MAD
Madrid
Spain
5,000 km
3,107 miles
SHC
Shire
Ethiopia
Distance
5,000 km
3,107 mi / 2,700 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/Madrid
Heading
114°
east southeast

Airport Comparison

MAD SHC
Airport Name Madrid Barajas International Airport Shire Airport
IATA Code MAD SHC
ICAO Code LEMD HASR
City Madrid Shire
Country Spain Ethiopia
Timezone Europe/Madrid Africa/Addis_Ababa
Elevation 2,001 ft 6,207 ft
Coordinates 40.490000, -3.570000 14.080000, 38.270000

Madrid (MAD) to Shire (SHC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain to Shire Airport (SHC) in Shire, Ethiopia is 5,000 kilometers (3,107 miles / 2,700 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying east southeast at a heading of 114°.

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 Ethiopia. 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 23:22 in Madrid, it's 01:22 in Shire.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,206 feet between the two airports. Shire Airport sits higher than Madrid Barajas International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Shire (SHC) to Madrid (MAD) follows a heading of 314° (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 Shire Airport (SHC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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