ERL
Erenhot
China
8,679 km
5,393 miles
MAD
Madrid
Spain
Distance
8,679 km
5,393 mi / 4,686 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-7h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
316°
northwest

Airport Comparison

ERL MAD
Airport Name Erenhot Saiwusu International Airport Madrid Barajas International Airport
IATA Code ERL MAD
ICAO Code ZBER LEMD
City Erenhot Madrid
Country China Spain
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Europe/Madrid
Elevation 3,301 ft 2,001 ft
Coordinates 43.420000, 112.100000 40.490000, -3.570000

Erenhot (ERL) to Madrid (MAD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Erenhot Saiwusu International Airport (ERL) in Erenhot, China to Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain is 8,679 kilometers (5,393 miles / 4,686 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northwest at a heading of 316°.

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 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 08:54 in Erenhot, it's 01:54 in Madrid. With a 7-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 1,300 feet between the two airports. Madrid Barajas International Airport sits lower than Erenhot Saiwusu International Airport.

The return flight from Madrid (MAD) to Erenhot (ERL) follows a heading of 42° (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 Erenhot Saiwusu International Airport (ERL) and Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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