MAD
Madrid
Spain
8,052 km
5,003 miles
VRU
Vyrburg
South Africa
Distance
8,052 km
5,003 mi / 4,348 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/Madrid
Heading
154°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

MAD VRU
Airport Name Madrid Barajas International Airport Vryburg Airport
IATA Code MAD VRU
ICAO Code LEMD FAVB
City Madrid Vyrburg
Country Spain South Africa
Timezone Europe/Madrid Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 2,001 ft 3,920 ft
Coordinates 40.490000, -3.570000 -26.980000, 24.730000

Madrid (MAD) to Vyrburg (VRU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain to Vryburg Airport (VRU) in Vyrburg, South Africa is 8,052 kilometers (5,003 miles / 4,348 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying south southeast at a heading of 154°.

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 05:42 in Madrid, it's 06:42 in Vyrburg.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,919 feet between the two airports. Vryburg Airport sits higher than Madrid Barajas International Airport.

The return flight from Vyrburg (VRU) to Madrid (MAD) follows a heading of 338° (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 Vryburg Airport (VRU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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