MAD
Madrid
Spain
6,812 km
4,233 miles
NLA
Ndola
Zambia
Distance
6,812 km
4,233 mi / 3,678 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/Madrid
Heading
144°
southeast

Airport Comparison

MAD NLA
Airport Name Madrid Barajas International Airport Ndola Airport
IATA Code MAD NLA
ICAO Code LEMD FLND
City Madrid Ndola
Country Spain Zambia
Timezone Europe/Madrid Africa/Lusaka
Elevation 2,001 ft 4,167 ft
Coordinates 40.490000, -3.570000 -13.000000, 28.660000

Madrid (MAD) to Ndola (NLA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain to Ndola Airport (NLA) in Ndola, Zambia is 6,812 kilometers (4,233 miles / 3,678 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying southeast at a heading of 144°.

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 Zambia. 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 14:14 in Madrid, it's 15:14 in Ndola.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,166 feet between the two airports. Ndola Airport sits higher than Madrid Barajas International Airport.

The return flight from Ndola (NLA) to Madrid (MAD) follows a heading of 332° (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 Ndola Airport (NLA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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