MAD
Madrid
Spain
9,386 km
5,832 miles
SFH
San Felipe International Airport
Mexico
Distance
9,386 km
5,832 mi / 5,068 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-9h
Europe/Madrid
Heading
307°
northwest

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MAD SFH
Airport Name Madrid Barajas International Airport San Felipe International Airport
IATA Code MAD SFH
ICAO Code LEMD MMSF
City Madrid N/A
Country Spain Mexico
Timezone Europe/Madrid America/Tijuana
Elevation 2,001 ft 148 ft
Coordinates 40.490000, -3.570000 30.930000, -114.810000

Madrid (MAD) to San Felipe International Airport (SFH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain to San Felipe International Airport (SFH) in San Felipe International Airport, Mexico is 9,386 kilometers (5,832 miles / 5,068 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 307°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Spain with Mexico. 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 17:55 in Madrid, it's 08:55 in San Felipe International Airport. With a 9-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 1,853 feet between the two airports. San Felipe International Airport sits lower than Madrid Barajas International Airport.

The return flight from San Felipe International Airport (SFH) to Madrid (MAD) follows a heading of 45° (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 San Felipe International Airport (SFH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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