GLS
Galveston
United States
8,049 km
5,002 miles
MAD
Madrid
Spain
Distance
8,049 km
5,002 mi / 4,346 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+7h
America/Chicago
Heading
53°
northeast

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GLS MAD
Airport Name Scholes International At Galveston Airport Madrid Barajas International Airport
IATA Code GLS MAD
ICAO Code KGLS LEMD
City Galveston Madrid
Country United States Spain
Timezone America/Chicago Europe/Madrid
Elevation 6 ft 2,001 ft
Coordinates 29.270000, -94.860000 40.490000, -3.570000

Galveston (GLS) to Madrid (MAD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Scholes International At Galveston Airport (GLS) in Galveston, United States to Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain is 8,049 kilometers (5,002 miles / 4,346 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northeast at a heading of 53°.

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 18:47 in Galveston, it's 01:47 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 1,995 feet between the two airports. Madrid Barajas International Airport sits higher than Scholes International At Galveston Airport.

The return flight from Madrid (MAD) to Galveston (GLS) follows a heading of 294° (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 Scholes International At Galveston Airport (GLS) and Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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