MAD
Madrid
Spain
5,110 km
3,175 miles
YLT
Alert
Canada
Distance
5,110 km
3,175 mi / 2,759 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-6h
Europe/Madrid
Heading
351°
north

Airport Comparison

MAD YLT
Airport Name Madrid Barajas International Airport Alert Airport
IATA Code MAD YLT
ICAO Code LEMD CYLT
City Madrid Alert
Country Spain Canada
Timezone Europe/Madrid America/Toronto
Elevation 2,001 ft 100 ft
Coordinates 40.490000, -3.570000 82.520000, -62.280000

Madrid (MAD) to Alert (YLT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain to Alert Airport (YLT) in Alert, Canada is 5,110 kilometers (3,175 miles / 2,759 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north at a heading of 351°.

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 Canada. 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 23:12 in Madrid, it's 17:12 in Alert. With a 6-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 1,901 feet between the two airports. Alert Airport sits lower than Madrid Barajas International Airport.

The return flight from Alert (YLT) to Madrid (MAD) follows a heading of 115° (east southeast). 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 Alert Airport (YLT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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