MAD
Madrid
Spain
6,668 km
4,144 miles
TCG
Tacheng
China
Distance
6,668 km
4,144 mi / 3,601 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+7h
Europe/Madrid
Heading
52°
northeast

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MAD TCG
Airport Name Madrid Barajas International Airport Tacheng Airport
IATA Code MAD TCG
ICAO Code LEMD ZWTC
City Madrid Tacheng
Country Spain China
Timezone Europe/Madrid Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 2,001 ft 0 ft
Coordinates 40.490000, -3.570000 46.670000, 83.340000

Madrid (MAD) to Tacheng (TCG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain to Tacheng Airport (TCG) in Tacheng, China is 6,668 kilometers (4,144 miles / 3,601 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northeast at a heading of 52°.

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 China. 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 21:31 in Madrid, it's 04:31 in Tacheng. With a 7-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 2,001 feet between the two airports. Tacheng Airport sits lower than Madrid Barajas International Airport.

The return flight from Tacheng (TCG) to Madrid (MAD) follows a heading of 299° (west 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 Tacheng Airport (TCG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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