MAD
Madrid
Spain
5,746 km
3,570 miles
SWF
New York
United States
Distance
5,746 km
3,570 mi / 3,103 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-6h
Europe/Madrid
Heading
296°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

MAD SWF
Airport Name Madrid Barajas International Airport New York Stewart International Airport
IATA Code MAD SWF
ICAO Code LEMD KSWF
City Madrid New York
Country Spain United States
Timezone Europe/Madrid America/New_York
Elevation 2,001 ft 491 ft
Coordinates 40.490000, -3.570000 41.500000, -74.100000

Madrid (MAD) to New York (SWF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain to New York Stewart International Airport (SWF) in New York, United States is 5,746 kilometers (3,570 miles / 3,103 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying west northwest at a heading of 296°.

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 United States. 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 22:29 in Madrid, it's 16:29 in New York. 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 1,510 feet between the two airports. New York Stewart International Airport sits lower than Madrid Barajas International Airport.

The return flight from New York (SWF) to Madrid (MAD) follows a heading of 66° (east 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 New York Stewart International Airport (SWF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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