ACT
Waco
United States
8,073 km
5,016 miles
MAD
Madrid
Spain
Distance
8,073 km
5,016 mi / 4,359 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+7h
America/Chicago
Heading
53°
northeast

Airport Comparison

ACT MAD
Airport Name Waco Regional Airport Madrid Barajas International Airport
IATA Code ACT MAD
ICAO Code KACT LEMD
City Waco Madrid
Country United States Spain
Timezone America/Chicago Europe/Madrid
Elevation 516 ft 2,001 ft
Coordinates 31.610000, -97.230000 40.490000, -3.570000

Waco (ACT) to Madrid (MAD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Waco Regional Airport (ACT) in Waco, United States to Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain is 8,073 kilometers (5,016 miles / 4,359 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northeast at a heading of 53°.

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 United States with Spain. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 03:52 in Waco, it's 10:52 in Madrid. With a 7-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 1,485 feet between the two airports. Madrid Barajas International Airport sits higher than Waco Regional Airport.

The return flight from Madrid (MAD) to Waco (ACT) follows a heading of 297° (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 Waco Regional Airport (ACT) and Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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