MAD
Madrid
Spain
8,420 km
5,232 miles
MZQ
Mkuze
South Africa
Distance
8,420 km
5,232 mi / 4,546 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/Madrid
Heading
148°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

MAD MZQ
Airport Name Madrid Barajas International Airport Mkuze Airport
IATA Code MAD MZQ
ICAO Code LEMD FAMU
City Madrid Mkuze
Country Spain South Africa
Timezone Europe/Madrid Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 2,001 ft 400 ft
Coordinates 40.490000, -3.570000 -27.630000, 32.040000

Madrid (MAD) to Mkuze (MZQ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain to Mkuze Airport (MZQ) in Mkuze, South Africa is 8,420 kilometers (5,232 miles / 4,546 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying south southeast at a heading of 148°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Spain with South Africa. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 22:17 in Madrid, it's 23:17 in Mkuze.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,601 feet between the two airports. Mkuze Airport sits lower than Madrid Barajas International Airport.

The return flight from Mkuze (MZQ) to Madrid (MAD) follows a heading of 333° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) and Mkuze Airport (MZQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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