MAD
Madrid
Spain
8,251 km
5,127 miles
WAQ
Antsalova
Madagascar
Distance
8,251 km
5,127 mi / 4,455 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/Madrid
Heading
133°
southeast

Airport Comparison

MAD WAQ
Airport Name Madrid Barajas International Airport Antsalova Airport
IATA Code MAD WAQ
ICAO Code LEMD FMMG
City Madrid Antsalova
Country Spain Madagascar
Timezone Europe/Madrid Indian/Antananarivo
Elevation 2,001 ft 551 ft
Coordinates 40.490000, -3.570000 -18.700000, 44.610000

Madrid (MAD) to Antsalova (WAQ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain to Antsalova Airport (WAQ) in Antsalova, Madagascar is 8,251 kilometers (5,127 miles / 4,455 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying southeast at a heading of 133°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 18:28 in Madrid, it's 20:28 in Antsalova.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,450 feet between the two airports. Antsalova Airport sits lower than Madrid Barajas International Airport.

The return flight from Antsalova (WAQ) to Madrid (MAD) follows a heading of 324° (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 Antsalova Airport (WAQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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