MAD
Madrid
Spain
5,867 km
3,645 miles
ZAJ
Zaranj
Afghanistan
Distance
5,867 km
3,645 mi / 3,168 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3.5h
Europe/Madrid
Heading
78°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

MAD ZAJ
Airport Name Madrid Barajas International Airport Zaranj Airport
IATA Code MAD ZAJ
ICAO Code LEMD OAZJ
City Madrid Zaranj
Country Spain Afghanistan
Timezone Europe/Madrid Asia/Kabul
Elevation 2,001 ft 1,572 ft
Coordinates 40.490000, -3.570000 30.970000, 61.870000

Madrid (MAD) to Zaranj (ZAJ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain to Zaranj Airport (ZAJ) in Zaranj, Afghanistan is 5,867 kilometers (3,645 miles / 3,168 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying east northeast at a heading of 78°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 04:06 in Madrid, it's 07:36 in Zaranj. The 3.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Zaranj (ZAJ) to Madrid (MAD) follows a heading of 300° (west 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 Zaranj Airport (ZAJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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