BJC
Denver
United States
8,068 km
5,013 miles
MAD
Madrid
Spain
Distance
8,068 km
5,013 mi / 4,356 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/Denver
Heading
51°
northeast

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BJC MAD
Airport Name Rocky Mountain Metro Airport Madrid Barajas International Airport
IATA Code BJC MAD
ICAO Code KBJC LEMD
City Denver Madrid
Country United States Spain
Timezone America/Denver Europe/Madrid
Elevation 5,673 ft 2,001 ft
Coordinates 39.910000, -105.120000 40.490000, -3.570000

Denver (BJC) to Madrid (MAD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Rocky Mountain Metro Airport (BJC) in Denver, United States to Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain is 8,068 kilometers (5,013 miles / 4,356 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northeast at a heading of 51°.

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 15:00 in Denver, it's 23:00 in Madrid. With a 8-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 3,672 feet between the two airports. Madrid Barajas International Airport sits lower than Rocky Mountain Metro Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Madrid (MAD) to Denver (BJC) follows a heading of 308° (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 Rocky Mountain Metro Airport (BJC) and Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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