The flight distance from Zhoushuizi Airport (DLC) in Dalian, China to Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain is 9,572 kilometers (5,948 miles / 5,169 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 321°.

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 China 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 20:12 in Dalian, it's 14:12 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 1,894 feet between the two airports. Madrid Barajas International Airport sits higher than Zhoushuizi Airport.

The return flight from Madrid (MAD) to Dalian (DLC) follows a heading of 40° (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 Zhoushuizi Airport (DLC) and Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.