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Carabanchel, Madrid, Spain – Spain Flag

Current Date And Time In Carabanchel, Spain

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
07:52:58 CEST
State: Madrid
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (CEST)
Population: 253,678
District: Provincia de Madrid

🗺 Map of Carabanchel, Madrid, Spain – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Carabanchel, a city in Madrid, Spain, located in Europe. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Carabanchel — all essential for geographic navigation, logistics planning, GIS integration and location intelligence workflows. View the live satellite map to explore terrain, streets and urban structure of Carabanchel.

Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into Europe • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for Spain operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Carabanchel, Madrid

📍 LATITUDE
40.391°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
3.724°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)40.3909° N3.7242° W
Signed Decimal Degrees40.3909-3.7242
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)40° 23' 27" N3° 43' 27" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)40° 23.4564' N3° 43.452' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Carabanchel Today

🔥 SUNRISE
07:21 AM
🌅 SUNSET
09:18 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
13h 56m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
02:19 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Carabanchel’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

🌐 Carabanchel’s Global Position — Equator, Prime Meridian & Antipode

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
4,496 km
(2,794 mi) • Carabanchel is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
316 km
(196 mi) • Carabanchel is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
40.391° S, 176.276° E
The point exactly opposite Carabanchel through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Carabanchel, you'd surface nearest to Dannevirke, New Zealand, about 25 km from the exact antipodal point — most of the Earth's surface opposite any given point is open ocean, so an exact land match is rare.

📊 Geographic Profile of Carabanchel

📍 Location Details

CityCarabanchel
StateMadrid
CountrySpain
ContinentEurope
DistrictProvincia de Madrid
Time Zone+00:00 to +01:00
Founded1948-06-08

📈 Area & Population

Population253,678
Area (km²)14.05 km²
Area (mi²)5.42 mi²
Pop. Density18,055.37 /km²
Elevation622 m / 2,041 ft
GPS (DD)40.3909, -3.7242

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Carabanchel

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Madrid
Parent Country: Spain

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 253,678
🏆 State Rank: #3 of 317 most populous in Madrid
📏 Built-Up Area: 14.05 km²
👥 Population Density: 18,055 people/km²

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Carabanchel to each nearby city, calculated using the Haversine formula. Estimated travel time is based on a standard drive speed of 60 km/h. Use this data for delivery routing, courier zoning and last-mile logistics planning around Madrid.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
OpañelMadridE0 km0 mi~0m🗺 View
San IsidroMadridNW1 km0 mi~1m🗺 View
ComillasMadridE1 km1 mi~1m🗺 View
AbrantesMadridS1 km1 mi~1m🗺 View
MoscardóMadridE1 km1 mi~1m🗺 View
ZofíoMadridSE1 km1 mi~1m🗺 View

Note: Distances are straight-line (great-circle) between city centers. Actual road distances and travel times will vary based on route and traffic conditions.
Some cities listed above (particularly those on islands or across large water bodies) may not be reachable by direct road — ferry or air travel may be required for those destinations.

🚗 Distance from Carabanchel to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Madrid
3 km (2 mi)
NE of Carabanchel • ~3m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Madrid
3 km (2 mi)
NE of Carabanchel • ~3m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Madrid

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in Madrid, the home state of Carabanchel, along with each city's aerial distance from Madrid, Madrid's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Madrid40.4165° N-3.7026° W665 m0 km🗺 View Map
Latina40.389° N-3.7457° W652 m5 km🗺 View Map
Puente de Vallecas40.3935° N-3.662° W633 m4 km🗺 View Map
Fuencarral40.5° N-3.6833° W723 m9 km🗺 View Map
Ciudad Lineal40.4451° N-3.6513° W710 m5 km🗺 View Map
Fuencarral-El Pardo40.4984° N-3.7314° W687 m9 km🗺 View Map
Móstoles40.3223° N-3.865° W667 m17 km🗺 View Map
Alcalá de Henares40.4821° N-3.36° W597 m30 km🗺 View Map
Fuenlabrada40.2842° N-3.7942° W671 m17 km🗺 View Map
Leganés40.3272° N-3.7635° W672 m11 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport
IATA: MAD
17 km (11 mi) from Carabanchel
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🌍 Carabanchel Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Carabanchel Matter

The exact GPS location of Carabanchel gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Madrid. These coordinates power satellite-based navigation, geofencing for local delivery fleets, sales territory boundaries and proximity checks for a new store or branch opening. All three coordinate formats — DD, DMS and DDM — are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare Madrid state-level map data

📈 Coordinate Formats for Carabanchel Mapping

Decimal Degrees (DD) is the standard format used across web mapping APIs and dispatch software. DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) shows up in surveying records, printed maps and older GPS hardware still used by field crews. DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) is the go-to format for marine and aviation navigation. All three formats for Carabanchel are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Carabanchel

The satellite view of Carabanchel lets you check street layout, building density, land use and access roads before committing to a decision. Real estate teams use it to scout plots and assess neighborhood growth. Field service and utility crews use it to plan site visits, coverage zones and installation routes ahead of time. › View the full Spain map

🌎 Regional Position of Carabanchel in Madrid

Carabanchel sits within Madrid, Spain, in the Europe region. Its position relative to other cities shapes trade flow, transport access and local market reach. Location intelligence from this mapping data supports territory planning, competitor proximity analysis and coverage-gap research. › Explore nearby cities

🚚 Logistics & Route Planning with Carabanchel Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Carabanchel for last-mile delivery routing, warehouse placement analysis and freight corridor optimization. The city center provides a reliable starting point for distance calculations, zone pricing models and delivery time estimates across Madrid. › Browse every city in Madrid

💻 Using Carabanchel Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Carabanchel in WGS84 decimal format are compatible with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap, Mapbox, ESRI ArcGIS and all major mapping platforms. Use them for geofencing, distance-based search, map overlays and location-based dashboards. Also useful for CRM territory assignment, field service scheduling and emergency response coordination in Spain. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Carabanchel Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of Carabanchel directly in Google Maps, navigation apps, mapping software or API integrations. Three coordinate formats are listed for maximum compatibility across tools.
🚛 Explore Nearby CitiesUse the nearby cities tool to find every town and city close to Carabanchel. Ideal for coverage planning, cross-town logistics and regional market research.
🏝 Compare Madrid CitiesAccess the full city directory for Madrid ranked by population, area and density for precise site comparisons and territory planning.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Carabanchel Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Carabanchel?

The GPS coordinates of Carabanchel are latitude 40.3909° and longitude -3.7242°. In directional format: 40.3909° N, 3.7242° W. These coordinates mark the center of Carabanchel in Madrid and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Carabanchel located?

Carabanchel is a city in Madrid, Spain, on the continent of Europe. It falls within Provincia de Madrid. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Carabanchel?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Carabanchel sits at: Latitude 40° 23' 27" N and Longitude 3° 43' 27" W. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

👥 What is the population of Carabanchel?

Carabanchel has a population of approximately 253,678 people. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Madrid.

🗺 How can I view Carabanchel on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Carabanchel is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 40.3909, -3.7242 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Carabanchel in Madrid. For broader context, explore the Madrid state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Carabanchel?

The nearest airport to Carabanchel is Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD), roughly 17 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Carabanchel from Madrid?

Carabanchel is approximately 3 km (2 mi) from Madrid, the capital of Madrid, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Madrid.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Carabanchel?

Carabanchel sits at an elevation of approximately 622 meters (2,041 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Madrid.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Carabanchel?

The closest cities to Carabanchel include Opañel, San Isidro, Comillas. See the Geographic Intelligence panel above for the full list with distances, or the nearby cities tool for a complete breakdown.

☀️ What time does the sun rise and set in Carabanchel today?

Today in Carabanchel, sunrise is at 07:21 AM and sunset is at 09:18 PM, giving a day length of 13h 56m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Carabanchel's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Carabanchel from the Equator?

Carabanchel is approximately 4,496 km (2,794 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 316 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.

🌐 What is on the exact opposite side of the Earth from Carabanchel?

The antipodal point of Carabanchel — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Dannevirke, New Zealand, roughly 25 km from the true antipode. Since about 71% of the Earth's surface is ocean, most antipodal points land in open water rather than on a named city.

🚗 How far is Carabanchel from Madrid, the capital of Spain?

Carabanchel is approximately 3 km (2 mi) NE of Madrid, the national capital of Spain, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.