KIW
Kitwe
Zambia
6,777 km
4,211 miles
MAD
Madrid
Spain
Distance
6,777 km
4,211 mi / 3,659 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Lusaka
Heading
333°
north northwest

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KIW MAD
Airport Name Southdowns Airport Madrid Barajas International Airport
IATA Code KIW MAD
ICAO Code FLSO LEMD
City Kitwe Madrid
Country Zambia Spain
Timezone Africa/Lusaka Europe/Madrid
Elevation 4,145 ft 2,001 ft
Coordinates -12.900000, 28.150000 40.490000, -3.570000

Kitwe (KIW) to Madrid (MAD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Southdowns Airport (KIW) in Kitwe, Zambia to Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain is 6,777 kilometers (4,211 miles / 3,659 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying north northwest at a heading of 333°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 12:46 in Kitwe, it's 11:46 in Madrid.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,144 feet between the two airports. Madrid Barajas International Airport sits lower than Southdowns Airport.

The return flight from Madrid (MAD) to Kitwe (KIW) follows a heading of 144° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Southdowns Airport (KIW) and Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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