MAD to LHR Route Guide
Madrid, Spain → London, United Kingdom
Quick answer
LEMD (Madrid, Spain) to EGLL (London, United Kingdom) is a 673 NM (1,246 km / 774 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 10° (N). Typical cruise altitude FL240, expected flight time 2h 44m, common aircraft: Embraer E175, CRJ-700, Bombardier Q400.
Distance
673 NM
1,246 km / 774 mi
Initial Bearing
10° (N)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL240
24,000 ft
Block Time
2h 44m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
3,519 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
2,000 ft
LEMD
Arrival Elevation
83 ft
EGLL
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 673 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Embraer E175
- CRJ-700
- Bombardier Q400
- Cessna Citation CJ3
Weather considerations
Pilots flying MAD-LHR should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between MAD and LHR?
673 nautical miles (1,246 km / 774 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Madrid to London?
Approximately 2h 44m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly MAD-LHR?
Common types include Embraer E175, CRJ-700, Bombardier Q400, Cessna Citation CJ3 depending on operator and demand.
What altitude do flights cruise at?
Most flights at this distance cruise around FL240 (24,000 ft), though winds and traffic affect filed altitude.
What initial heading is the route?
10° true (N). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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