MAD
Madrid
Spain
7,053 km
4,382 miles
SWX
Shakawe
Botswana
Distance
7,053 km
4,382 mi / 3,808 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/Madrid
Heading
153°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

MAD SWX
Airport Name Madrid Barajas International Airport Shakawe Airport
IATA Code MAD SWX
ICAO Code LEMD FBSW
City Madrid Shakawe
Country Spain Botswana
Timezone Europe/Madrid Africa/Gaborone
Elevation 2,001 ft 3,379 ft
Coordinates 40.490000, -3.570000 -18.370000, 21.830000

Madrid (MAD) to Shakawe (SWX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain to Shakawe Airport (SWX) in Shakawe, Botswana is 7,053 kilometers (4,382 miles / 3,808 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying south southeast at a heading of 153°.

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 Botswana. 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 10:25 in Madrid, it's 11:25 in Shakawe.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,378 feet between the two airports. Shakawe Airport sits higher than Madrid Barajas International Airport.

The return flight from Shakawe (SWX) to Madrid (MAD) follows a heading of 339° (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 Shakawe Airport (SWX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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