CAO
Clayton
United States
8,173 km
5,079 miles
MAD
Madrid
Spain
Distance
8,173 km
5,079 mi / 4,413 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/Denver
Heading
51°
northeast

Airport Comparison

CAO MAD
Airport Name Clayton Municipal Airpark Madrid Barajas International Airport
IATA Code CAO MAD
ICAO Code KCAO LEMD
City Clayton Madrid
Country United States Spain
Timezone America/Denver Europe/Madrid
Elevation 4,970 ft 2,001 ft
Coordinates 36.450000, -103.150000 40.490000, -3.570000

Clayton (CAO) to Madrid (MAD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Clayton Municipal Airpark (CAO) in Clayton, United States to Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain is 8,173 kilometers (5,079 miles / 4,413 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, 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 16:00 in Clayton, it's 00:00 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 2,969 feet between the two airports. Madrid Barajas International Airport sits lower than Clayton Municipal Airpark.

The return flight from Madrid (MAD) to Clayton (CAO) follows a heading of 304° (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 Clayton Municipal Airpark (CAO) and Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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