The flight distance from Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain to Smithton Airport (SIO) in Smithton Airport, Australia is 17,385 kilometers (10,802 miles / 9,387 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying east at a heading of 101°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 17:00 in Madrid, it's 03:00 in Smithton Airport. With a 10-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 1,970 feet between the two airports. Smithton Airport sits lower than Madrid Barajas International Airport.

The return flight from Smithton Airport (SIO) to Madrid (MAD) follows a heading of 280° (west). 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 Smithton Airport (SIO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.