The flight distance from Wake Island Airfield (AWK) in Wake Island, UM to Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain is 13,292 kilometers (8,259 miles / 7,177 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north at a heading of 351°.

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 UM with Spain. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 04:03 in Wake Island, it's 17:03 in Madrid. With a 11-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 1,978 feet between the two airports. Madrid Barajas International Airport sits higher than Wake Island Airfield.

The return flight from Madrid (MAD) to Wake Island (AWK) follows a heading of 11° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Wake Island Airfield (AWK) and Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.