Airport Comparison
| MAD | PDP | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Madrid Barajas International Airport | Capitan Corbeta CA Curbelo International Airport |
| IATA Code | MAD | PDP |
| ICAO Code | LEMD | SULS |
| City | Madrid | Punta del Este |
| Country | Spain | Uruguay |
| Timezone | Europe/Madrid | America/Montevideo |
| Elevation | 2,001 ft | 95 ft |
| Coordinates | 40.490000, -3.570000 | -34.860000, -55.090000 |
Madrid (MAD) to Punta del Este (PDP) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain to Capitan Corbeta CA Curbelo International Airport (PDP) in Punta del Este, Uruguay is 9,898 kilometers (6,150 miles / 5,345 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying southwest at a heading of 220°.
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 Spain with Uruguay. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 21:50 in Madrid, it's 17:50 in Punta del Este. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,906 feet between the two airports. Capitan Corbeta CA Curbelo International Airport sits lower than Madrid Barajas International Airport.
The return flight from Punta del Este (PDP) to Madrid (MAD) follows a heading of 37° (northeast). 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 Capitan Corbeta CA Curbelo International Airport (PDP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.