Istanbul (IST) to Madrid (MAD)
Flight Distance & Air Miles
💳 Frequent Flyer Miles You'll Earn
| Airline | Base Miles | Elite Total |
|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 American Airlines AAdvantage | 1,679 | 2,686 Platinum |
| 🔺 Delta Air Lines SkyMiles | 1,679 | 2,686 Gold Medallion |
| ⭐ United Airlines MileagePlus | 1,679 | 2,519 Premier Gold |
| ❤️ Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards | 1,679 | 2,519 A-List Preferred |
| 🏔️ Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan | 1,679 | 3,358 MVP Gold |
| 🔵 JetBlue Airways TrueBlue | 1,679 | 2,519 Mosaic |
* Elite bonus miles shown for mid-tier status. Actual miles earned depend on your fare class and elite status level.
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💡 Did You Know?
Flights between Istanbul and Madrid follow a "great circle" route that curves over the Earth's surface - this is actually shorter than flying in a straight line on a flat map!
✈️ Flight Details
The IST to MAD route connects Istanbul, Turkey with Madrid, Spain. This long-haul flight covers 1,679 miles and typically uses narrow-body aircraft like Boeing 737 or Airbus A320.
This international flight crosses from Turkey to Spain. Remember to check passport and visa requirements. The flight follows a W bearing of 279° from Istanbul. There is a 2 hour time difference between the airports.
🛫 About IST
Istanbul Airport
Istanbul Airport (IST) serves Istanbul, Turkey.
🛬 About MAD
Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport
Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) serves Madrid, Spain.