MAD
Madrid
Spain
5,411 km
3,362 miles
RUA
Arua
Uganda
Distance
5,411 km
3,362 mi / 2,922 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/Madrid
Heading
131°
southeast

Airport Comparison

MAD RUA
Airport Name Madrid Barajas International Airport Arua Airport
IATA Code MAD RUA
ICAO Code LEMD HUAR
City Madrid Arua
Country Spain Uganda
Timezone Europe/Madrid Africa/Kampala
Elevation 2,001 ft 3,951 ft
Coordinates 40.490000, -3.570000 3.050000, 30.920000

Madrid (MAD) to Arua (RUA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain to Arua Airport (RUA) in Arua, Uganda is 5,411 kilometers (3,362 miles / 2,922 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying southeast at a heading of 131°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Spain with Uganda. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:50 in Madrid, it's 12:50 in Arua.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,950 feet between the two airports. Arua Airport sits higher than Madrid Barajas International Airport.

The return flight from Arua (RUA) to Madrid (MAD) follows a heading of 325° (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 Arua Airport (RUA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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