Route
Madrid (MAD) to Istanbul (IST) flights
The Madrid → Istanbul route covers about 2,704 km. A typical non-stop flight from MAD to IST takes around 3h 53m, depending on aircraft and winds.
Distance
2,704 km
1,680 mi
Flight time
3h 53m
Non-stop estimate
From
MAD · Madrid
Spain
To
IST · Istanbul
Türkiye
Time zone & jet lag
Istanbul is 1 hour ahead of Madrid: you're flying east, expect a few days of adjustment.
EU261 protects this route on departure
Madrid is in the EU/EEA, so EU Regulation 261/2004 applies regardless of the operating carrier. If the flight is cancelled or arrives 3+ hours late, you may be entitled to up to €600.
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