The flight distance from Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain to South Galway Airport (ZGL) in South Galway Airport, Australia is 16,450 kilometers (10,221 miles / 8,882 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying east northeast at a heading of 73°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Spain with Australia. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 13:13 in Madrid, it's 22:13 in South Galway Airport. With a 9-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 1,885 feet between the two airports. South Galway Airport sits lower than Madrid Barajas International Airport.

The return flight from South Galway Airport (ZGL) to Madrid (MAD) follows a heading of 306° (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 South Galway Airport (ZGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.