MAD
Madrid
Spain
9,168 km
5,697 miles
QCN
Canela
Brazil
Distance
9,168 km
5,697 mi / 4,950 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-4h
Europe/Madrid
Heading
220°
southwest

Airport Comparison

MAD QCN
Airport Name Madrid Barajas International Airport Canela Airport
IATA Code MAD QCN
ICAO Code LEMD SSCN
City Madrid Canela
Country Spain Brazil
Timezone Europe/Madrid America/Sao_Paulo
Elevation 2,001 ft 2,723 ft
Coordinates 40.490000, -3.570000 -29.370000, -50.830000

Madrid (MAD) to Canela (QCN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain to Canela Airport (QCN) in Canela, Brazil is 9,168 kilometers (5,697 miles / 4,950 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, 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 Brazil. 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 02:10 in Madrid, it's 22:10 in Canela. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Canela (QCN) to Madrid (MAD) follows a heading of 34° (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 Canela Airport (QCN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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