The flight distance from Kitakyushu Airport (KKJ) in Kitakyushu, Japan to Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain is 10,529 kilometers (6,543 miles / 5,685 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying north northwest at a heading of 327°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Japan 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 23:18 in Kitakyushu, it's 16:18 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 1,980 feet between the two airports. Madrid Barajas International Airport sits higher than Kitakyushu Airport.

The return flight from Madrid (MAD) to Kitakyushu (KKJ) follows a heading of 36° (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 Kitakyushu Airport (KKJ) and Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.