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Airport Comparison
| HER | MAD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport | Madrid Barajas International Airport |
| IATA Code | HER | MAD |
| ICAO Code | LGIR | LEMD |
| City | Heraklion | Madrid |
| Country | Greece | Spain |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens | Europe/Madrid |
| Elevation | 115 ft | 2,001 ft |
| Coordinates | 35.340000, 25.180000 | 40.490000, -3.570000 |
Heraklion (HER) to Madrid (MAD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) in Heraklion, Greece to Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain is 2,574 kilometers (1,599 miles / 1,390 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west northwest at a heading of 291°.
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 Greece with Spain. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 22:51 in Heraklion, it's 21:51 in Madrid.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,886 feet between the two airports. Madrid Barajas International Airport sits higher than Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport.
The return flight from Madrid (MAD) to Heraklion (HER) follows a heading of 94° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) and Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.
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