GRQ
Groningen
Netherlands
1,599 km
994 miles
MAD
Madrid
Spain
Distance
1,599 km
994 mi / 864 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Europe/Amsterdam
Heading
213°
south southwest

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GRQ MAD
Airport Name Eelde Airport Madrid Barajas International Airport
IATA Code GRQ MAD
ICAO Code EHGG LEMD
City Groningen Madrid
Country Netherlands Spain
Timezone Europe/Amsterdam Europe/Madrid
Elevation 17 ft 2,001 ft
Coordinates 53.120000, 6.580000 40.490000, -3.570000

Groningen (GRQ) to Madrid (MAD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Eelde Airport (GRQ) in Groningen, Netherlands to Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain is 1,599 kilometers (994 miles / 864 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying south southwest at a heading of 213°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Netherlands with Spain. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 12:13 in Groningen, it's 12:13 in Madrid.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,984 feet between the two airports. Madrid Barajas International Airport sits higher than Eelde Airport.

The return flight from Madrid (MAD) to Groningen (GRQ) follows a heading of 25° (north 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 Eelde Airport (GRQ) and Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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