MAD
Madrid
Spain
5,520 km
3,430 miles
ULU
Gulu
Uganda
Distance
5,520 km
3,430 mi / 2,980 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/Madrid
Heading
130°
southeast

Airport Comparison

MAD ULU
Airport Name Madrid Barajas International Airport Gulu Airport
IATA Code MAD ULU
ICAO Code LEMD HUGU
City Madrid Gulu
Country Spain Uganda
Timezone Europe/Madrid Africa/Kampala
Elevation 2,001 ft 3,510 ft
Coordinates 40.490000, -3.570000 2.810000, 32.270000

Madrid (MAD) to Gulu (ULU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain to Gulu Airport (ULU) in Gulu, Uganda is 5,520 kilometers (3,430 miles / 2,980 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying southeast at a heading of 130°.

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 Uganda. 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 10:33 in Madrid, it's 12:33 in Gulu.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,509 feet between the two airports. Gulu Airport sits higher than Madrid Barajas International Airport.

The return flight from Gulu (ULU) to Madrid (MAD) follows a heading of 324° (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 Gulu Airport (ULU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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