Distance from Madrid to Shanghai
The straight-line distance from Madrid, Spain to Shanghai, China is 10,255 km (6,372 miles).Shanghai is NE of Madrid.
Distance (km)
10,255
straight line
Distance (miles)
6,372
straight line
Flight Time
13 hr 18 min
estimated direct
Direction
NE
44° bearing
Transport Comparison: Madrid to Shanghai
| Mode | Estimated Time | Distance | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | 13 hr 18 min | 10,255 km | Direct flight at 800 km/h avg cruise speed |
All times are estimates based on straight-line distance. Actual travel times vary by route, stops, and conditions.
Madrid to Shanghai: Key Details
| From | Madrid, Spain |
| To | Shanghai, China |
| Straight-line Distance | 10,255 km (6,372 miles) |
| Bearing | 44° (NE) |
| Coordinates (Madrid) | 40.4168°, -3.7038° |
| Coordinates (Shanghai) | 31.2304°, 121.4737° |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Madrid from Shanghai?
The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Madrid to Shanghai is 10,255 km (6,372 miles). Shanghai is NE of Madrid.
How long is the flight from Madrid to Shanghai?
A direct flight from Madrid to Shanghai takes approximately 13 hr 18 min, based on an average cruising speed of 800 km/h plus time for takeoff and landing.
What direction is Shanghai from Madrid?
Shanghai is NE (44 degrees) from Madrid.
What is the distance from Shanghai to Madrid?
The distance from Shanghai to Madrid is the same: 10,255 km (6,372 miles). Distance between two points is the same in either direction.
Other Distance Calculations
Distances calculated using the Haversine formula (great-circle distance). Travel time estimates are approximate.
Coordinates sourced from public geographic databases.