Distance from Boston to Madrid

The distance between Boston, United States and Madrid, Spain is 5,485 kilometers (3,408 miles).

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Madrid, Spain

Boston is located in the northeastern United States, while Madrid is situated in the central part of Spain, both cities are separated by the vast Atlantic Ocean, requiring transatlantic travel. The straight-line distance between them is 5,485 kilometers, heading east.

Boston is at 38 meters above sea level, while Madrid is at 665 meters.

Travel information

Summary

The journey from Boston to Madrid crosses the Atlantic Ocean, connecting New England with the Iberian Peninsula, highlighting the cultural shift from North America to Europe.

Best time to travel

Travel in spring or fall for fewer crowds and pleasant temperatures in Madrid, avoiding the peak summer tourist season.

Climate

Madrid generally has a warmer and drier climate compared to Boston, with hot summers and mild winters, contrasting Boston's colder winters and humid summers.

Accessibility

Madrid offers extensive public transportation and accessible facilities, which may differ from Boston's infrastructure, providing varied options for visitors.

Travel time

Mode Estimated time
Airplane 8-10 hours
Jet fighter 6-8 hours
Speed Time
300 km/h
Boston, United States

Local time:

Time Zone: America/New_York

Coordinates: 42.3584° N 71.0598° W

Elevation: 38 m (125 ft)


Nearby airports:
  • Logan International Airport (BOS)
  • Norwood Memorial Airport (OWD)
  • Laurence G Hanscom Field (BED)
  • Beverly Municipal Airport (BVY)
  • Lawrence Municipal Airport (LWM)
Madrid, Spain

Local time:

Time Zone: Europe/Madrid

Coordinates: 40.4165° N 3.7026° W

Elevation: 665 m (2,182 ft)


Nearby airports:
  • Cuatro Vientos Airport (ECV)
  • Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD)
  • Torrejón Airport (TOJ)
  • Salamanca Airport (SLM)
  • Valladolid Airport (VLL)

Other distances from Boston

Distance between cities Kilometers
From Boston to New York City 306 km
From Boston to Los Angeles 4,179 km
From Boston to Chicago 1,371 km
From Boston to Houston 2,583 km
From Boston to Phoenix 3,701 km

Other distances from Madrid

Distances between cities Kilometers
From Madrid to Barcelona 505 km
From Madrid to Valencia 303 km
From Madrid to Zaragoza 275 km
From Madrid to Málaga 415 km
From Madrid to Murcia 349 km

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