COS
Colorado Springs
United States
8,116 km
5,043 miles
MAD
Madrid
Spain
Distance
8,116 km
5,043 mi / 4,382 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/Denver
Heading
51°
northeast

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Airport Comparison

COS MAD
Airport Name City Of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport Madrid Barajas International Airport
IATA Code COS MAD
ICAO Code KCOS LEMD
City Colorado Springs Madrid
Country United States Spain
Timezone America/Denver Europe/Madrid
Elevation 6,187 ft 2,001 ft
Coordinates 38.810000, -104.700000 40.490000, -3.570000

Colorado Springs (COS) to Madrid (MAD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from City Of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS) in Colorado Springs, United States to Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain is 8,116 kilometers (5,043 miles / 4,382 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 17:58 in Colorado Springs, it's 01:58 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 4,186 feet between the two airports. Madrid Barajas International Airport sits lower than City Of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Madrid (MAD) to Colorado Springs (COS) follows a heading of 307° (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 City Of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS) and Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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