Question 1

What is the flight distance between Barcelona (BCN) and Madrid (MAD)?

Accepted Answer

The shortest Great Circle flight distance between Barcelona International Airport (BCN) and Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) is 483 km (261 nautical miles / 300 statute miles).

Question 2

How long is the flight time from BCN to MAD?

Accepted Answer

The estimated commercial flight time from BCN to MAD is approximately 1h 7m at typical cruising speeds (900 km/h), factoring in prevailing winds and standard 30-minute runway buffers.

Question 3

What is the difference between the Great Circle and Rhumb line route from BCN to MAD?

Accepted Answer

The Great Circle geodesic path is the shortest spherical distance at 483 km. In contrast, the Rhumb line covers 483 km (+0 km (+0.0%) divergence).

Question 4

What is the initial flight heading from BCN to MAD?

Accepted Answer

The initial true forward bearing when departing from BCN toward MAD is 261° W.