MAD
Madrid
Spain
4,965 km
3,085 miles
MSW
Massawa
Eritrea
Distance
4,965 km
3,085 mi / 2,681 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/Madrid
Heading
111°
east southeast

Airport Comparison

MAD MSW
Airport Name Madrid Barajas International Airport Massawa International Airport
IATA Code MAD MSW
ICAO Code LEMD HHMS
City Madrid Massawa
Country Spain Eritrea
Timezone Europe/Madrid Africa/Asmara
Elevation 2,001 ft 194 ft
Coordinates 40.490000, -3.570000 15.670000, 39.370000

Madrid (MAD) to Massawa (MSW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain to Massawa International Airport (MSW) in Massawa, Eritrea is 4,965 kilometers (3,085 miles / 2,681 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying east southeast at a heading of 111°.

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 Eritrea. 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 20:46 in Madrid, it's 22:46 in Massawa.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,807 feet between the two airports. Massawa International Airport sits lower than Madrid Barajas International Airport.

The return flight from Massawa (MSW) to Madrid (MAD) follows a heading of 313° (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 Massawa International Airport (MSW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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