MAD
Madrid
Spain
5,014 km
3,116 miles
THU
Thule
Greenland
Distance
5,014 km
3,116 mi / 2,707 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Europe/Madrid
Heading
343°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

MAD THU
Airport Name Madrid Barajas International Airport Thule Air Base
IATA Code MAD THU
ICAO Code LEMD BGTL
City Madrid Thule
Country Spain Greenland
Timezone Europe/Madrid America/Thule
Elevation 2,001 ft 251 ft
Coordinates 40.490000, -3.570000 76.530000, -68.700000

Madrid (MAD) to Thule (THU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain to Thule Air Base (THU) in Thule, Greenland is 5,014 kilometers (3,116 miles / 2,707 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north northwest at a heading of 343°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 12:28 in Madrid, it's 07:28 in Thule. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,750 feet between the two airports. Thule Air Base sits lower than Madrid Barajas International Airport.

The return flight from Thule (THU) to Madrid (MAD) follows a heading of 103° (east southeast). 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 Thule Air Base (THU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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