Distance from Madrid to Major Cities?
About Madrid: Location & Geography
Madrid
Spain · Europe
Villa y CorteCapital of SpainHeart of Spain
Population 3,255,944
Coordinates 40.4165°N,
3.7026°W
Timezone Europe/Madrid
UTC+1 / UTC+2 DST
UTC+1 / UTC+2 DST
Elevation 667 m (2188 ft)
Country Spain
Continent Europe
Main Airports MAD
Distance from Madrid to Major Cities
Calculate Distance from Madrid →| City | Distance | Miles | Direction | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 London | 1,264 km | 785 mi | N | |
 Paris | 1,052 km | 654 mi | NE | |
 Dubai | 5,667 km | 3,521 mi | E | |
 Shanghai | 10,255 km | 6,372 mi | NE | |
 Tokyo | 10,762 km | 6,687 mi | NE | |
 New York City | 5,768 km | 3,584 mi | NW | |
| Regional Cities | ||||
 Istanbul | 2,737 km | 1,701 mi | E | |
 Moscow | 3,440 km | 2,138 mi | NE | |
| Saint Petersburg | 3,190 km | 1,982 mi | NE | |
| Ankara | 3,084 km | 1,916 mi | E | |
 Berlin | 1,870 km | 1,162 mi | NE | |
| Bursa | 2,762 km | 1,716 mi | E | |
Closest Cities Near Madrid by Radius
Find Cities Within Radius →Within 50 km
| Móstoles | 17 km | SW |
| Fuenlabrada | 17 km | SW |
| Alcalá de Henares | 30 km | E |
| Torrejón de Ardoz | 20 km | E |
| Parla | 21 km | S |
Within 100 km
| Guadalajara | 51 km | NE |
| Toledo | 68 km | SW |
| Segovia | 69 km | NW |
| Ávila | 88 km | W |
Within 250 km
| Valladolid | 162 km | NW |
| Talavera de la Reina | 108 km | SW |
| Salamanca | 176 km | W |
| Burgos | 214 km | N |
| Albacete | 223 km | SE |
| Ciudad Real | 160 km | S |
| Cuenca | 139 km | E |
| Palencia | 190 km | N |
| Cáceres | 250 km | SW |
| Zamora | 210 km | NW |
Within 30 miles
| Móstoles | 11 mi | SW |
| Fuenlabrada | 10 mi | SW |
| Alcalá de Henares | 19 mi | E |
| Torrejón de Ardoz | 13 mi | E |
| Parla | 13 mi | S |
Within 60 miles
| Guadalajara | 32 mi | NE |
| Toledo | 42 mi | SW |
| Segovia | 43 mi | NW |
| Ávila | 55 mi | W |
Within 150 miles
| Valladolid | 101 mi | NW |
| Talavera de la Reina | 67 mi | SW |
| Salamanca | 110 mi | W |
| Burgos | 133 mi | N |
| Albacete | 139 mi | SE |
| Ciudad Real | 100 mi | S |
| Cuenca | 86 mi | E |
| Palencia | 118 mi | N |
| Zamora | 130 mi | NW |
| Puertollano | 121 mi | S |
Average Flight Times from Madrid
| Destination | Flight Time | Distance | Direction |
|---|---|---|---|
| London | ~2h 24min | 1,264 km | N |
| Paris | ~2h 10min | 1,052 km | NE |
| Dubai | ~7h 18min | 5,667 km | E |
| Shanghai | ~12h 24min | 10,255 km | NE |
| Tokyo | ~12h 57min | 10,762 km | NE |
| New York City | ~7h 25min | 5,768 km | NW |
* Estimated based on great-circle distance at 900 km/h cruising speed. Actual times vary by airline, winds, and routing.
Madrid Location & Key Facts
Madrid is the capital and largest city of Spain, situated near the geographic center of the Iberian Peninsula. It serves as the country's political, administrative, financial, and transport hub while also standing out as one of Europe's great cultural capitals. The city is known for grand boulevards, royal architecture, major art museums, and a strong urban identity built around plazas, nightlife, and public life.
- ✓Home to Spain's royal institutions, central government, and many of the country's largest corporate headquarters
- ✓The Prado, Reina Sofia, and Thyssen-Bornemisza museums make Madrid one of Europe's premier art destinations
- ✓A major high-speed rail and aviation hub connecting Spain internally and linking Europe with Latin America
- ✓Its elevation and inland location distinguish it climatically and geographically from Spain's coastal tourist centers
- ✓Known worldwide through football, with Real Madrid contributing heavily to the city's international profile
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Madrid from the North Pole?
Madrid is approximately 5,513 km (3,426 miles) from the North Pole (geographic north, 90°N). The straight-line great-circle distance places Madrid at 49.6° from the polar region.
How far is Madrid from the South Pole?
The distance from Madrid to the South Pole (90°S, Antarctica) is approximately 14,502 km (9,011 miles).
How far is Madrid from the equator?
Madrid lies at 40.4165° north latitude, approximately 4,499 km (2,796 miles) from the equator.
How far is Madrid from Rome?
The great-circle distance from Madrid to Rome, Italy is approximately 1,365 km (848 miles). Rome is located at 41.89°N, 12.51°E in central Italy.
How long is the flight from Madrid to Istanbul?
The estimated flight time from Madrid to Istanbul is approximately 4h 2min. This is based on great-circle distance and a typical cruising speed of 900 km/h. Actual flight times vary depending on airline, routing, and wind conditions.
How many cities are within 200 km of Madrid?
There are 132 cities within 200 km of Madrid in our dataset of 600+ major global cities, including Valladolid, Móstoles, Alcalá de Henares.