The flight distance from Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain to Ryans Creek Aerodrome (SZS) in Oban, New Zealand is 19,038 kilometers (11,830 miles / 10,280 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 23h, flying southeast at a heading of 140°.

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 New Zealand. 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 06:51 in Madrid, it's 16:51 in Oban. With a 10-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 1,939 feet between the two airports. Ryans Creek Aerodrome sits lower than Madrid Barajas International Airport.

The return flight from Oban (SZS) to Madrid (MAD) follows a heading of 226° (southwest). 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 Ryans Creek Aerodrome (SZS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.