The flight distance from Takaka Airport (KTF) in Takaka Airport, New Zealand to Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain is 19,704 kilometers (12,244 miles / 10,639 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 24h, flying west at a heading of 265°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 14:08 in Takaka Airport, it's 02:08 in Madrid. With a 12-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 1,899 feet between the two airports. Madrid Barajas International Airport sits higher than Takaka Airport.

The return flight from Madrid (MAD) to Takaka Airport (KTF) follows a heading of 98° (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 Takaka Airport (KTF) and Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.