JAN
Jackson
United States
7,481 km
4,649 miles
MAD
Madrid
Spain
Distance
7,481 km
4,649 mi / 4,040 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+7h
America/Chicago
Heading
55°
northeast

Airport Comparison

JAN MAD
Airport Name Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport Madrid Barajas International Airport
IATA Code JAN MAD
ICAO Code KJAN LEMD
City Jackson Madrid
Country United States Spain
Timezone America/Chicago Europe/Madrid
Elevation 346 ft 2,001 ft
Coordinates 32.310000, -90.080000 40.490000, -3.570000

Jackson (JAN) to Madrid (MAD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport (JAN) in Jackson, United States to Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain is 7,481 kilometers (4,649 miles / 4,040 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northeast at a heading of 55°.

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 00:08 in Jackson, it's 07:08 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 1,655 feet between the two airports. Madrid Barajas International Airport sits higher than Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport.

The return flight from Madrid (MAD) to Jackson (JAN) 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 Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport (JAN) and Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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