MAD
Madrid
Spain
2,018 km
1,254 miles
TER
Lajes
Portugal
Distance
2,018 km
1,254 mi / 1,089 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Europe/Madrid
Heading
272°
west

Airport Comparison

MAD TER
Airport Name Madrid Barajas International Airport Lajes Field
IATA Code MAD TER
ICAO Code LEMD LPLA
City Madrid Lajes
Country Spain Portugal
Timezone Europe/Madrid Atlantic/Azores
Elevation 2,001 ft 180 ft
Coordinates 40.490000, -3.570000 38.760000, -27.090000

Madrid (MAD) to Lajes (TER) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain to Lajes Field (TER) in Lajes, Portugal is 2,018 kilometers (1,254 miles / 1,089 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying west at a heading of 272°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

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

Time zone information: When it's 13:46 in Madrid, it's 11:46 in Lajes.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,821 feet between the two airports. Lajes Field sits lower than Madrid Barajas International Airport.

The return flight from Lajes (TER) to Madrid (MAD) follows a heading of 77° (east 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 Lajes Field (TER) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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