Madrid to Rio de Janeiro Flights
Flights from Madrid (MAD) to Rio de Janeiro (RIO) connect Spain and Brazil. The great-circle distance is approximately 8,148 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 11 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include MAD and RIO, GIG, SDU. The reverse route is Rio de Janeiro to Madrid. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- Madrid, Spain
- Destination
- Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
- Distance
- 8,148 km
- Typical duration
- about 11 hours
- Origin codes
- MAD
- Destination codes
- RIO, GIG, SDU
- Primary keyword
- flights from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro
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Route overview
Madrid to Rio de Janeiro is a city-pair air route between Spain and Brazil. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are MAD and RIO. Related codes: MAD → RIO, GIG, SDU.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 8,148 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 11 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Madrid airports and metro codes: MAD.
Rio de Janeiro airports and metro codes: RIO, GIG, SDU.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Rio de Janeiro to Madrid, other destinations from Madrid, and other origins into Rio de Janeiro.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro?
Direct flights from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro typically take about 11 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro?
The great-circle distance between Madrid and Rio de Janeiro is approximately 8,148 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro?
Madrid is commonly searched with code MAD (related: MAD). Rio de Janeiro is commonly searched with code RIO (related: RIO, GIG, SDU).
Are there direct flights from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from Rio de Janeiro to Madrid?
The reverse city pair is Rio de Janeiro to Madrid. Distance is the same great-circle measure (8,148 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Madrid to Rio de Janeiro route connect?
This route connects Spain (Madrid) with Brazil (Rio de Janeiro).
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