MAD
Madrid
Spain
8,337 km
5,180 miles
VRE
Vredendal
South Africa
Distance
8,337 km
5,180 mi / 4,502 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/Madrid
Heading
161°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

MAD VRE
Airport Name Madrid Barajas International Airport Vredendal Airport
IATA Code MAD VRE
ICAO Code LEMD FAVR
City Madrid Vredendal
Country Spain South Africa
Timezone Europe/Madrid Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 2,001 ft 330 ft
Coordinates 40.490000, -3.570000 -31.640000, 18.540000

Madrid (MAD) to Vredendal (VRE) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain to Vredendal Airport (VRE) in Vredendal, South Africa is 8,337 kilometers (5,180 miles / 4,502 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying south southeast at a heading of 161°.

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 South Africa. 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 11:43 in Madrid, it's 12:43 in Vredendal.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,671 feet between the two airports. Vredendal Airport sits lower than Madrid Barajas International Airport.

The return flight from Vredendal (VRE) to Madrid (MAD) follows a heading of 343° (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 Vredendal Airport (VRE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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