The flight distance from Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain to Wollongong Airport (WOL) in Wollongong Airport, Australia is 17,669 kilometers (10,979 miles / 9,541 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying east at a heading of 82°.

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 Australia. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:51 in Madrid, it's 10:51 in Wollongong Airport. With a 10-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 1,970 feet between the two airports. Wollongong Airport sits lower than Madrid Barajas International Airport.

The return flight from Wollongong Airport (WOL) to Madrid (MAD) follows a heading of 294° (west 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 Wollongong Airport (WOL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.