MAD
Madrid
Spain
7,061 km
4,387 miles
SJQ
Sesheke
Zambia
Distance
7,061 km
4,387 mi / 3,812 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/Madrid
Heading
150°
south southeast

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MAD SJQ
Airport Name Madrid Barajas International Airport Sesheke Airport
IATA Code MAD SJQ
ICAO Code LEMD FLSS
City Madrid Sesheke
Country Spain Zambia
Timezone Europe/Madrid Africa/Lusaka
Elevation 2,001 ft 3,100 ft
Coordinates 40.490000, -3.570000 -17.480000, 24.300000

Madrid (MAD) to Sesheke (SJQ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain to Sesheke Airport (SJQ) in Sesheke, Zambia is 7,061 kilometers (4,387 miles / 3,812 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying south southeast at a heading of 150°.

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 Zambia. 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 22:01 in Madrid, it's 23:01 in Sesheke.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,099 feet between the two airports. Sesheke Airport sits higher than Madrid Barajas International Airport.

The return flight from Sesheke (SJQ) to Madrid (MAD) follows a heading of 337° (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 Sesheke Airport (SJQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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