MAD
Madrid
Spain
8,701 km
5,406 miles
QAC
Castro
Brazil
Distance
8,701 km
5,406 mi / 4,698 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-4h
Europe/Madrid
Heading
222°
southwest

Airport Comparison

MAD QAC
Airport Name Madrid Barajas International Airport Castro Airport
IATA Code MAD QAC
ICAO Code LEMD SSQT
City Madrid Castro
Country Spain Brazil
Timezone Europe/Madrid America/Sao_Paulo
Elevation 2,001 ft 3,314 ft
Coordinates 40.490000, -3.570000 -24.810000, -49.960000

Madrid (MAD) to Castro (QAC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain to Castro Airport (QAC) in Castro, Brazil is 8,701 kilometers (5,406 miles / 4,698 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying southwest at a heading of 222°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 11:22 in Madrid, it's 07:22 in Castro. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,313 feet between the two airports. Castro Airport sits higher than Madrid Barajas International Airport.

The return flight from Castro (QAC) to Madrid (MAD) follows a heading of 34° (northeast). 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 Castro Airport (QAC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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