Airport Comparison
| MAD | WAL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Madrid Barajas International Airport | Wallops Flight Facility Airport |
| IATA Code | MAD | WAL |
| ICAO Code | LEMD | KWAL |
| City | Madrid | Wallops Island |
| Country | Spain | United States |
| Timezone | Europe/Madrid | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 2,001 ft | 40 ft |
| Coordinates | 40.490000, -3.570000 | 37.940000, -75.470000 |
Madrid (MAD) to Wallops Island (WAL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain to Wallops Flight Facility Airport (WAL) in Wallops Island, United States is 6,022 kilometers (3,742 miles / 3,252 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying west northwest at a heading of 292°.
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 United States. 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 14:59 in Madrid, it's 08:59 in Wallops Island. With a 6-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 1,961 feet between the two airports. Wallops Flight Facility Airport sits lower than Madrid Barajas International Airport.
The return flight from Wallops Island (WAL) to Madrid (MAD) follows a heading of 63° (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 Wallops Flight Facility Airport (WAL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.