How long is the MU4971 flight?

The timetable allows 1 h 10 min. Malaga to Madrid is 432 km (269 mi).

Which terminal does MU4971 use?

It usually arrives at Terminal 2 at Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.

What other flight numbers does MU4971 have?

Also listed as CES4971 (China Eastern Airlines' ICAO code) and MU 4971.

Can I get compensation if MU4971 is delayed or cancelled?

Up to €250 per passenger may be due under EU261 when it arrives 3 or more hours late or is cancelled, unless the cause was outside the airline's control. Departing the EU, this flight is covered by EU261.

MU4971 Flight Status China Eastern Airlines: Malaga to Madrid (CES4971)

China Eastern Airlines MU 4971

Scheduled in 4h34'

AGP Malaga

Scheduled: 17:05
Estimated: 17:05

Gate: D46

Departure: Mon, Nov 9, 2026 · local time CET

Malaga Costa Del Sol Airport (AGP)

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MAD Madrid

Scheduled: 18:15
Estimated
Delay

Terminal: 2

Arrival: Mon, Nov 9, 2026 · local time CET

Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD)

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Departs in 4h 34m 0%

AGP 17:05 MAD 18:15

432 km (269 mi) to fly

Estimated position based on departure and arrival times, not live tracking. Times are local at each airport.

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Distance: 432 km / 269 miles · Scheduled Duration: 01:10 · Typical Duration: 00:45

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MU 4971 Flight Status & Schedule China Eastern Airlines Malaga to Madrid

Date	From	To	Departure	Arrival	Status	Details
Nov 09	AGP	MAD	17:05	18:15	Scheduled	Track >
Nov 08	AGP	MAD	17:17	18:01	Landed	Track >
Nov 07	AGP	MAD	17:33	18:20	Landed	Track >
Nov 06	AGP	MAD	17:45	18:33	Landed Late	Track >
Nov 05	AGP	MAD	17:43	18:31	Landed Late	Track >
Nov 04	AGP	MAD	17:37	18:22	Landed	Track >
Nov 03	AGP	MAD	17:35	18:21	Landed	Track >
Nov 02	AGP	MAD	17:27	18:12	Landed	Track >
Nov 01	AGP	MAD	17:35	18:21	Landed	Track >
Oct 31	AGP	MAD	17:36	18:19	Landed	Track >

China Eastern Airlines flight MU 4971 links Malaga and Madrid, 432 km (269 mi) apart, and flies daily. The timetable allows 1 h 10 min, but the flight usually takes about 45 min, so it often makes up time. Today's flight is scheduled to leave at 17:05 and arrive at 18:15 local time.

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About MU 4971

Route: Malaga Costa Del Sol Airport AGP to Madrid Barajas Airport MAD
Distance: 432 km (269 mi)
Typical flight time: 45 min
Flies: Daily
On time: 7 of the last 9
Average delay when late: 17 min

Departing the EU, this flight is covered by EU261. Compensation of up to €250 per passenger can apply when it arrives 3 or more hours late or is cancelled.

MU 4971 FAQ

How long is the MU4971 flight?: The timetable allows 1 h 10 min. Malaga to Madrid is 432 km (269 mi).
How often is MU4971 late?: 2 of the last 9 flights arrived 15 or more minutes late; when late, by 17 minutes on average.
Which days does MU4971 fly?: Daily: it was scheduled on each of the last 7 days.
Which terminal does MU4971 use?: It usually arrives at Terminal 2 at Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.
What other flight numbers does MU4971 have?: Also listed as CES4971 (China Eastern Airlines' ICAO code) and MU 4971.
Can I get compensation if MU4971 is delayed or cancelled?: Up to €250 per passenger may be due under EU261 when it arrives 3 or more hours late or is cancelled, unless the cause was outside the airline's control. Departing the EU, this flight is covered by EU261.

MU4971 and Malaga AGP to Madrid MAD Flights

Flight MU4971 is a code-share China Eastern Airlines flight of the Air Europa operated UX5050.

Other flights departing from Malaga AGP: UX5050, FR4085

Other flights arriving at Madrid MAD: UX5050, UX1140

All flights connecting Malaga AGP to Madrid MAD.