Airport Comparison
| MAD | PPE | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Madrid Barajas International Airport | Puerto Penasco International Airport |
| IATA Code | MAD | PPE |
| ICAO Code | LEMD | MMPE |
| City | Madrid | Puerto Penasco |
| Country | Spain | Mexico |
| Timezone | Europe/Madrid | America/Hermosillo |
| Elevation | 2,001 ft | 30 ft |
| Coordinates | 40.490000, -3.570000 | 31.360000, -113.530000 |
Madrid (MAD) to Puerto Penasco (PPE) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain to Puerto Penasco International Airport (PPE) in Puerto Penasco, Mexico is 9,265 kilometers (5,757 miles / 5,003 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 306°.
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 Mexico. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 10:11 in Madrid, it's 02:11 in Puerto Penasco. With a 8-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 1,971 feet between the two airports. Puerto Penasco International Airport sits lower than Madrid Barajas International Airport.
The return flight from Puerto Penasco (PPE) to Madrid (MAD) follows a heading of 46° (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 Puerto Penasco International Airport (PPE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.