MAD
Madrid
Spain
6,453 km
4,010 miles
THE
Teresina
Brazil
Distance
6,453 km
4,010 mi / 3,485 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-4h
Europe/Madrid
Heading
228°
southwest

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MAD THE
Airport Name Madrid Barajas International Airport Senador Petronio Portela Airport
IATA Code MAD THE
ICAO Code LEMD SBTE
City Madrid Teresina
Country Spain Brazil
Timezone Europe/Madrid America/Fortaleza
Elevation 2,001 ft 219 ft
Coordinates 40.490000, -3.570000 -5.060000, -42.820000

Madrid (MAD) to Teresina (THE) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain to Senador Petronio Portela Airport (THE) in Teresina, Brazil is 6,453 kilometers (4,010 miles / 3,485 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying southwest at a heading of 228°.

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 Brazil. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 12:52 in Madrid, it's 08:52 in Teresina. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,782 feet between the two airports. Senador Petronio Portela Airport sits lower than Madrid Barajas International Airport.

The return flight from Teresina (THE) to Madrid (MAD) follows a heading of 35° (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 Senador Petronio Portela Airport (THE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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