Madrid, Spain → New York, United States · ✈ 7h 43min · 🚗 93h 44min
3,114 nautical miles · Time difference: -5h behind · Direction: west
The distance from Madrid to New York is 5,768 km (3,584 miles). The fastest way to travel is by flight. A direct flight takes approximately 7h 43min.
The straight-line distance from Madrid, Spain to New York, United States is approximately 5,768 kilometers (3,584 miles or 3,114 nautical miles). This measurement uses the Haversine formula, computing the great-circle distance — the shortest path between two points on Earth's surface.
New York is located west of Madrid. Madrid is in Europe, in the Community of Madrid region of Spain, while New York is in North America, in Northeast, United States. This intercontinental route spans from Europe to North America.
| Mode | Distance | Est. Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| ✈️ Flight | 5,768 km | ~7h 43min | Best option for speed |
Our recommendation: flight is typically the best way to travel from Madrid to New York. For 5,768 km, flying saves significant time and is usually the most practical choice.
Madrid is a major city in Spain with a population of approximately 3,223,334. Located in the Community of Madrid region, it is an important hub in Europe. Madrid is a significant metropolitan area in Spain with good domestic and international transport connections.
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New York is a notable city in United States with a population of approximately 8,336,817. Situated in the Northeast region, it serves as a key destination in North America. New York is one of United States's largest cities, offering major airport hubs, extensive public transport, and a wide range of accommodation options.
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At 5,768 km, this is one of the longer routes on the globe, spanning from Europe to North America. For comparison, London to Sydney is about 17,000 km — roughly half the circumference of the Earth.
At 5,768 km, Madrid to New York is one of the world's longer routes, covering 14.4% of Earth's circumference (40,075 km).
Combined, Madrid and New York have a population of over 11,560,151 people, making this a major urban corridor.
This route crosses from Europe to North America, spanning 5 timezones.
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The straight-line distance from Madrid to New York is approximately 5,768 kilometers (3,584 miles, 3,114 nautical miles).
A direct flight takes approximately 7h 43min, based on 800 km/h cruising speed plus 30 minutes for takeoff and landing.
Estimated driving time is approximately 93h 44min, based on 80 km/h average speed and roads being ~30% longer than straight-line distance.
New York is approximately -5h behind compared to Madrid.
The estimated road distance is approximately 7,498 km, which is about 30% longer than the 5,768 km straight-line distance.
📍 Data: Coordinates from OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances calculated using the Haversine formula. Travel times are estimates only. Last verified: April 7, 2026.