GNF
Quincy
United States
9,057 km
5,628 miles
MAD
Madrid
Spain
Distance
9,057 km
5,628 mi / 4,890 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+9h
America/Los_Angeles
Heading
43°
northeast

Airport Comparison

GNF MAD
Airport Name Gansner Field Madrid Barajas International Airport
IATA Code GNF MAD
ICAO Code K2O1 LEMD
City Quincy Madrid
Country United States Spain
Timezone America/Los_Angeles Europe/Madrid
Elevation 3,419 ft 2,001 ft
Coordinates 39.940000, -120.950000 40.490000, -3.570000

Quincy (GNF) to Madrid (MAD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Gansner Field (GNF) in Quincy, United States to Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain is 9,057 kilometers (5,628 miles / 4,890 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 43°.

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 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 05:03 in Quincy, it's 14:03 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 1,418 feet between the two airports. Madrid Barajas International Airport sits lower than Gansner Field.

The return flight from Madrid (MAD) to Quincy (GNF) follows a heading of 316° (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 Gansner Field (GNF) and Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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