The flight distance from Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain to Visalia Municipal Airport (VIS) in Visalia, United States is 9,258 kilometers (5,753 miles / 4,999 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 313°.

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 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 22:09 in Madrid, it's 13:09 in Visalia. With a 9-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 1,709 feet between the two airports. Visalia Municipal Airport sits lower than Madrid Barajas International Airport.

The return flight from Visalia (VIS) to Madrid (MAD) follows a heading of 44° (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 Visalia Municipal Airport (VIS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.