Airport Comparison
| MAD | SGN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Madrid Barajas International Airport | Tan Son Nhat International Airport |
| IATA Code | MAD | SGN |
| ICAO Code | LEMD | VVTS |
| City | Madrid | Ho Chi Minh City |
| Country | Spain | Vietnam |
| Timezone | Europe/Madrid | Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh |
| Elevation | 2,001 ft | 33 ft |
| Coordinates | 40.490000, -3.570000 | 10.820000, 106.650000 |
Madrid (MAD) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam is 10,879 kilometers (6,760 miles / 5,874 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying east northeast at a heading of 68°.
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 Vietnam. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 09:28 in Madrid, it's 15:28 in Ho Chi Minh City. With a 6-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. Tan Son Nhat International Airport sits lower than Madrid Barajas International Airport.
The return flight from Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) to Madrid (MAD) follows a heading of 314° (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 Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.