Airport Comparison
| MAD | SPN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Madrid Barajas International Airport | Francisco C Ada/Saipan International Airport |
| IATA Code | MAD | SPN |
| ICAO Code | LEMD | PGSN |
| City | Madrid | Saipan Island |
| Country | Spain | MP |
| Timezone | Europe/Madrid | Pacific/Saipan |
| Elevation | 2,001 ft | 214 ft |
| Coordinates | 40.490000, -3.570000 | 15.120000, 145.730000 |
Madrid (MAD) to Saipan Island (SPN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain to Francisco C Ada/Saipan International Airport (SPN) in Saipan Island, MP is 13,067 kilometers (8,119 miles / 7,055 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northeast at a heading of 34°.
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 MP. 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 00:28 in Madrid, it's 09:28 in Saipan Island. With a 9-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 1,787 feet between the two airports. Francisco C Ada/Saipan International Airport sits lower than Madrid Barajas International Airport.
The return flight from Saipan Island (SPN) to Madrid (MAD) follows a heading of 334° (north 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 Francisco C Ada/Saipan International Airport (SPN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.