The flight distance from Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain to Sorong (Jefman) Airport (SOQ) in Sorong-Papua Island, Indonesia is 13,682 kilometers (8,502 miles / 7,388 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying east northeast at a heading of 58°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 15:10 in Madrid, it's 23:10 in Sorong-Papua Island. With a 8-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 1,991 feet between the two airports. Sorong (Jefman) Airport sits lower than Madrid Barajas International Airport.

The return flight from Sorong-Papua Island (SOQ) to Madrid (MAD) follows a heading of 320° (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 Sorong (Jefman) Airport (SOQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.