GAB
Gabbs
United States
8,961 km
5,568 miles
MAD
Madrid
Spain
Distance
8,961 km
5,568 mi / 4,838 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+9h
America/Los_Angeles
Heading
45°
northeast

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GAB MAD
Airport Name Gabbs Airport Madrid Barajas International Airport
IATA Code GAB MAD
ICAO Code KGAB LEMD
City Gabbs Madrid
Country United States Spain
Timezone America/Los_Angeles Europe/Madrid
Elevation 4,699 ft 2,001 ft
Coordinates 38.920000, -117.960000 40.490000, -3.570000

Gabbs (GAB) to Madrid (MAD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Gabbs Airport (GAB) in Gabbs, United States to Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain is 8,961 kilometers (5,568 miles / 4,838 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 45°.

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 04:00 in Gabbs, it's 13:00 in Madrid. With a 9-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 2,698 feet between the two airports. Madrid Barajas International Airport sits lower than Gabbs Airport.

The return flight from Madrid (MAD) to Gabbs (GAB) follows a heading of 314° (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 Gabbs Airport (GAB) and Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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