MAD
Madrid
Spain
6,252 km
3,885 miles
OAI
Bagram
Afghanistan
Distance
6,252 km
3,885 mi / 3,376 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3.5h
Europe/Madrid
Heading
70°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

MAD OAI
Airport Name Madrid Barajas International Airport Bagram Air Base
IATA Code MAD OAI
ICAO Code LEMD OAIX
City Madrid Bagram
Country Spain Afghanistan
Timezone Europe/Madrid Asia/Kabul
Elevation 2,001 ft 4,895 ft
Coordinates 40.490000, -3.570000 34.950000, 69.270000

Madrid (MAD) to Bagram (OAI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain to Bagram Air Base (OAI) in Bagram, Afghanistan is 6,252 kilometers (3,885 miles / 3,376 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying east northeast at a heading of 70°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 21:44 in Madrid, it's 01:14 in Bagram. The 3.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,894 feet between the two airports. Bagram Air Base sits higher than Madrid Barajas International Airport.

The return flight from Bagram (OAI) to Madrid (MAD) follows a heading of 299° (west 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 Bagram Air Base (OAI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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