MAD
Madrid
Spain
1,656 km
1,029 miles
MLA
Luqa
Malta
Distance
1,656 km
1,029 mi / 894 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Europe/Madrid
Heading
102°
east southeast

Airport Comparison

MAD MLA
Airport Name Madrid Barajas International Airport Luqa Airport
IATA Code MAD MLA
ICAO Code LEMD LMML
City Madrid Luqa
Country Spain Malta
Timezone Europe/Madrid Europe/Malta
Elevation 2,001 ft 300 ft
Coordinates 40.490000, -3.570000 35.860000, 14.480000

Madrid (MAD) to Luqa (MLA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain to Luqa Airport (MLA) in Luqa, Malta is 1,656 kilometers (1,029 miles / 894 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying east southeast at a heading of 102°.

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 Spain with Malta. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 13:39 in Madrid, it's 13:39 in Luqa.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,701 feet between the two airports. Luqa Airport sits lower than Madrid Barajas International Airport.

The return flight from Luqa (MLA) to Madrid (MAD) 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 Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) and Luqa Airport (MLA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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