The flight distance from Fangatau Airport (FGU) in Fangatau Airport, French Polynesia to Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain is 15,082 kilometers (9,372 miles / 8,144 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying northeast at a heading of 48°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 18:14 in Fangatau Airport, it's 05:14 in Madrid. With a 11-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 1,992 feet between the two airports. Madrid Barajas International Airport sits higher than Fangatau Airport.

The return flight from Madrid (MAD) to Fangatau Airport (FGU) follows a heading of 291° (west 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 Fangatau Airport (FGU) and Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.