MAD
Madrid
Spain
11,576 km
7,193 miles
WAP
Alto Palena
Chile
Distance
11,576 km
7,193 mi / 6,251 nm
Est. Flight Time
15h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-4h
Europe/Madrid
Heading
224°
southwest

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MAD WAP
Airport Name Madrid Barajas International Airport Alto Palena Airport
IATA Code MAD WAP
ICAO Code LEMD SCAP
City Madrid Alto Palena
Country Spain Chile
Timezone Europe/Madrid America/Santiago
Elevation 2,001 ft 794 ft
Coordinates 40.490000, -3.570000 -43.610000, -71.810000

Madrid (MAD) to Alto Palena (WAP) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain to Alto Palena Airport (WAP) in Alto Palena, Chile is 11,576 kilometers (7,193 miles / 6,251 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying southwest at a heading of 224°.

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 Chile. 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 22:40 in Madrid, it's 18:40 in Alto Palena. 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 1,207 feet between the two airports. Alto Palena Airport sits lower than Madrid Barajas International Airport.

The return flight from Alto Palena (WAP) to Madrid (MAD) follows a heading of 47° (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 Alto Palena Airport (WAP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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