MAD
Madrid
Spain
1,300 km
808 miles
STN
London
United Kingdom
Distance
1,300 km
808 mi / 702 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Short-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Europe/Madrid
Heading
12°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

MAD STN
Airport Name Madrid Barajas International Airport London Stansted Airport
IATA Code MAD STN
ICAO Code LEMD EGSS
City Madrid London
Country Spain United Kingdom
Timezone Europe/Madrid Europe/London
Elevation 2,001 ft 348 ft
Coordinates 40.490000, -3.570000 51.880000, 0.240000

Madrid (MAD) to London (STN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain to London Stansted Airport (STN) in London, United Kingdom is 1,300 kilometers (808 miles / 702 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying north northeast at a heading of 12°.

This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.

This is an international route connecting Spain with United Kingdom. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 06:57 in Madrid, it's 05:57 in London.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,653 feet between the two airports. London Stansted Airport sits lower than Madrid Barajas International Airport.

The return flight from London (STN) to Madrid (MAD) follows a heading of 194° (south southwest). 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 London Stansted Airport (STN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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