MAD
Madrid
Spain
8,113 km
5,041 miles
SBU
Springbok
South Africa
Distance
8,113 km
5,041 mi / 4,381 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/Madrid
Heading
161°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

MAD SBU
Airport Name Madrid Barajas International Airport Springbok Airport
IATA Code MAD SBU
ICAO Code LEMD FASB
City Madrid Springbok
Country Spain South Africa
Timezone Europe/Madrid Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 2,001 ft 2,690 ft
Coordinates 40.490000, -3.570000 -29.690000, 17.940000

Madrid (MAD) to Springbok (SBU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain to Springbok Airport (SBU) in Springbok, South Africa is 8,113 kilometers (5,041 miles / 4,381 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying south southeast at a heading of 161°.

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 South Africa. 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 05:23 in Madrid, it's 06:23 in Springbok.

The return flight from Springbok (SBU) to Madrid (MAD) follows a heading of 343° (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 Springbok Airport (SBU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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