Distance from London to Madrid
1,263 km (785 miles) — straight-line distance as the crow flies
1,263 km
Kilometers
785 miles
Miles
~1h 59m
Est. Flight
1h
Time Difference
London
UKMadrid
SpainThe distance between London and Madrid is roughly equivalent to 3 hours of driving, though the straight-line distance as the crow flies is significantly shorter than any road route.
London is known for Big Ben and Tower of London, while Madrid is famous for Prado Museum and Royal Palace.
In terms of city area, London is 2.6x larger than Madrid. You can compare their sizes visually on our side-by-side map comparison.
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Open Map ComparisonFrequently Asked Questions
How far is London from Madrid?
The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from London to Madrid is 1,263 km (785 miles).
How long is the flight from London to Madrid?
A direct flight would take approximately 1h 59m, based on an average commercial jet speed of 850 km/h.
Is London bigger than Madrid?
London is larger at 1,572 km², compared to 604 km².