IST
Istanbul
Turkey
2,703 km
1,679 miles
MAD
Madrid
Spain
Distance
2,703 km
1,679 mi / 1,459 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
279°
west

Airport Comparison

IST MAD
Airport Name Istanbul Airport Madrid Barajas International Airport
IATA Code IST MAD
ICAO Code LTFM LEMD
City Istanbul Madrid
Country Turkey Spain
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Europe/Madrid
Elevation 325 ft 2,001 ft
Coordinates 41.280000, 28.750000 40.490000, -3.570000

Istanbul (IST) to Madrid (MAD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain is 2,703 kilometers (1,679 miles / 1,459 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west at a heading of 279°.

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 Turkey with Spain. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:05 in Istanbul, it's 08:05 in Madrid.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,676 feet between the two airports. Madrid Barajas International Airport sits higher than Istanbul Airport.

The return flight from Madrid (MAD) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 77° (east 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 Istanbul Airport (IST) and Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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