New York, United States → Madrid, Spain · ✈ 7h 43min · 🚗 93h 44min
3,114 nautical miles · Time difference: +5h ahead · Direction: east
The distance from New York to Madrid 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 New York, United States to Madrid, Spain 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.
Madrid is located east of New York. New York is in North America, in the Northeast region of United States, while Madrid is in Europe, in Community of Madrid, Spain. This intercontinental route spans from North America to Europe.
| 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 New York to Madrid. For 5,768 km, flying saves significant time and is usually the most practical choice.
New York is a major city in United States with a population of approximately 8,336,817. Located in the Northeast region, it is an important hub in North America. As one of the largest cities in United States, New York is a major international gateway with extensive air connections and multiple airports.
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Madrid is a notable city in Spain with a population of approximately 3,223,334. Situated in the Community of Madrid region, it serves as a key destination in Europe. Madrid offers solid transport connections and a variety of arrival options as a major city in Spain.
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At 5,768 km, this is one of the longer routes on the globe, spanning from North America to Europe. For comparison, London to Sydney is about 17,000 km — roughly half the circumference of the Earth.
At 5,768 km, New York to Madrid is one of the world's longer routes, covering 14.4% of Earth's circumference (40,075 km).
Combined, New York and Madrid have a population of over 11,560,151 people, making this a major urban corridor.
This route crosses from North America to Europe, spanning 5 timezones.
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The straight-line distance from New York to Madrid 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.
Madrid is approximately +5h ahead compared to New York.
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.