MAD
Madrid
Spain
6,552 km
4,071 miles
MMQ
Mbala
Zambia
Distance
6,552 km
4,071 mi / 3,538 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Europe/Madrid
Heading
139°
southeast

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Airport Comparison

MAD MMQ
Airport Name Madrid Barajas International Airport Mbala Airport
IATA Code MAD MMQ
ICAO Code LEMD FLBA
City Madrid Mbala
Country Spain Zambia
Timezone Europe/Madrid Africa/Lusaka
Elevation 2,001 ft 5,454 ft
Coordinates 40.490000, -3.570000 -8.860000, 31.340000

Madrid (MAD) to Mbala (MMQ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain to Mbala Airport (MMQ) in Mbala, Zambia is 6,552 kilometers (4,071 miles / 3,538 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying southeast at a heading of 139°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 09:45 in Madrid, it's 09:45 in Mbala.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,453 feet between the two airports. Mbala Airport sits higher than Madrid Barajas International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Mbala (MMQ) to Madrid (MAD) follows a heading of 329° (north 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 Mbala Airport (MMQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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