MAD
Madrid
Spain
1,253 km
779 miles
NHT
London
United Kingdom
Distance
1,253 km
779 mi / 677 nm
Est. Flight Time
2h
Short-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Europe/Madrid
Heading
10°
north

Airport Comparison

MAD NHT
Airport Name Madrid Barajas International Airport RAF Northolt
IATA Code MAD NHT
ICAO Code LEMD EGWU
City Madrid London
Country Spain United Kingdom
Timezone Europe/Madrid Europe/London
Elevation 2,001 ft 124 ft
Coordinates 40.490000, -3.570000 51.550000, -0.420000

Madrid (MAD) to London (NHT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain to RAF Northolt (NHT) in London, United Kingdom is 1,253 kilometers (779 miles / 677 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying north at a heading of 10°.

This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.

This is an international route connecting Spain with United Kingdom. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 01:22 in Madrid, it's 00:22 in London.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,877 feet between the two airports. RAF Northolt sits lower than Madrid Barajas International Airport.

The return flight from London (NHT) to Madrid (MAD) follows a heading of 192° (south southwest). 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 RAF Northolt (NHT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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