MAD
Madrid
Spain
1,603 km
996 miles
ZAD
Zadar
Croatia
Distance
1,603 km
996 mi / 866 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Europe/Madrid
Heading
69°
east northeast

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MAD ZAD
Airport Name Madrid Barajas International Airport Zemunik Airport
IATA Code MAD ZAD
ICAO Code LEMD LDZD
City Madrid Zadar
Country Spain Croatia
Timezone Europe/Madrid Europe/Zagreb
Elevation 2,001 ft 289 ft
Coordinates 40.490000, -3.570000 44.110000, 15.350000

Madrid (MAD) to Zadar (ZAD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain to Zemunik Airport (ZAD) in Zadar, Croatia is 1,603 kilometers (996 miles / 866 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying east northeast at a heading of 69°.

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 Croatia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 09:14 in Madrid, it's 09:14 in Zadar.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,712 feet between the two airports. Zemunik Airport sits lower than Madrid Barajas International Airport.

The return flight from Zadar (ZAD) to Madrid (MAD) follows a heading of 262° (west). 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 Zemunik Airport (ZAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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