The flight distance from Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain to Port Hedland International Airport (PHE) in Port Hedland, Australia is 14,155 kilometers (8,796 miles / 7,643 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying east at a heading of 86°.

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 Australia. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 02:39 in Madrid, it's 09:39 in Port Hedland. With a 7-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,968 feet between the two airports. Port Hedland International Airport sits lower than Madrid Barajas International Airport.

The return flight from Port Hedland (PHE) to Madrid (MAD) follows a heading of 306° (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 Port Hedland International Airport (PHE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.