MAD
Madrid
Spain
8,416 km
5,229 miles
SSZ
Guaruja
Brazil
Distance
8,416 km
5,229 mi / 4,544 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-4h
Europe/Madrid
Heading
220°
southwest

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MAD SSZ
Airport Name Madrid Barajas International Airport Base Aerea de Santos Airport
IATA Code MAD SSZ
ICAO Code LEMD SBST
City Madrid Guaruja
Country Spain Brazil
Timezone Europe/Madrid America/Sao_Paulo
Elevation 2,001 ft 10 ft
Coordinates 40.490000, -3.570000 -23.930000, -46.300000

Madrid (MAD) to Guaruja (SSZ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain to Base Aerea de Santos Airport (SSZ) in Guaruja, Brazil is 8,416 kilometers (5,229 miles / 4,544 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying southwest at a heading of 220°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 15:51 in Madrid, it's 11:51 in Guaruja. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,991 feet between the two airports. Base Aerea de Santos Airport sits lower than Madrid Barajas International Airport.

The return flight from Guaruja (SSZ) to Madrid (MAD) follows a heading of 32° (north 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 Base Aerea de Santos Airport (SSZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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