MAD
Madrid
Spain
6,645 km
4,129 miles
SBN
South Bend
United States
Distance
6,645 km
4,129 mi / 3,588 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-6h
Europe/Madrid
Heading
301°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

MAD SBN
Airport Name Madrid Barajas International Airport South Bend International Airport
IATA Code MAD SBN
ICAO Code LEMD KSBN
City Madrid South Bend
Country Spain United States
Timezone Europe/Madrid America/Indiana/Indianapolis
Elevation 2,001 ft 798 ft
Coordinates 40.490000, -3.570000 41.710000, -86.320000

Madrid (MAD) to South Bend (SBN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain to South Bend International Airport (SBN) in South Bend, United States is 6,645 kilometers (4,129 miles / 3,588 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying west northwest at a heading of 301°.

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 United States. 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 07:14 in Madrid, it's 01:14 in South Bend. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,203 feet between the two airports. South Bend International Airport sits lower than Madrid Barajas International Airport.

The return flight from South Bend (SBN) to Madrid (MAD) follows a heading of 61° (east 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 South Bend International Airport (SBN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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