MAD
Madrid
Spain
5,055 km
3,141 miles
NAQ
Qaanaaq
Greenland
Distance
5,055 km
3,141 mi / 2,730 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Europe/Madrid
Heading
344°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

MAD NAQ
Airport Name Madrid Barajas International Airport Qaanaaq Airport
IATA Code MAD NAQ
ICAO Code LEMD BGQQ
City Madrid Qaanaaq
Country Spain Greenland
Timezone Europe/Madrid America/Thule
Elevation 2,001 ft 51 ft
Coordinates 40.490000, -3.570000 77.490000, -69.390000

Madrid (MAD) to Qaanaaq (NAQ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain to Qaanaaq Airport (NAQ) in Qaanaaq, Greenland is 5,055 kilometers (3,141 miles / 2,730 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north northwest at a heading of 344°.

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 Greenland. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 17:06 in Madrid, it's 12:06 in Qaanaaq. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,950 feet between the two airports. Qaanaaq Airport sits lower than Madrid Barajas International Airport.

The return flight from Qaanaaq (NAQ) to Madrid (MAD) follows a heading of 103° (east southeast). 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 Qaanaaq Airport (NAQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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