The flight distance from Sepinggan International Airport (BPN) in Balikpapan-Borneo Island, Indonesia to Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain is 12,628 kilometers (7,847 miles / 6,819 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northwest at a heading of 314°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 15:27 in Balikpapan-Borneo Island, it's 09:27 in Madrid. With a 6-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 1,989 feet between the two airports. Madrid Barajas International Airport sits higher than Sepinggan International Airport.

The return flight from Madrid (MAD) to Balikpapan-Borneo Island (BPN) follows a heading of 70° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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