Valencia to Alcalá de Henares flights
Alcalá de Henares lies 278 km (172 mi) north-west of Valencia, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 6 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
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| Valencia | Alcalá de Henares | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Spain | Spain |
| Population | 824,340 | 193,751 |
| Elevation | 10 m (33 ft) | 597 m (1,959 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Madrid) | UTC+2 (Europe/Madrid) |
| Nearest large airport | VLC, 9 km out | MAD, 18 km out |
| Postal codes | 46001–46080 | 28800–28870 |
Airports at each end
Leaving Valencia
Valencia is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Valencia Airport (VLC), 9 km (6 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 8,858 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Castellón-Costa Azahar Airport (CDT, 91 km).
Arriving in Alcalá de Henares
Alcalá de Henares is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD), 18 km (11 mi) from the centre, whose 14,271-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport | MAD | 18 km (11 mi) | 14,271 ft | 1,998 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Alcalá de Henares from Valencia?
278 km (172 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Valencia.
How long does it take to get from Valencia to Alcalá de Henares by air?
About 1 h 6 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Valencia and Alcalá de Henares?
No, both are on Europe/Madrid at the moment.
Which airports are used for Valencia to Alcalá de Henares flights?
Typically Valencia Airport (VLC) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.