How long is the MU4978 flight?

The timetable allows 11 hours. Madrid to Havana is 7,461 km (4,636 mi).

Which terminal does MU4978 use?

It usually leaves from Terminal 1 at Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) and arrives at Terminal 3 at Havana Jose Marti International Airport (HAV). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.

What other flight numbers does MU4978 have?

Also listed as CES4978 (China Eastern Airlines' ICAO code) and MU 4978.

Can I get compensation if MU4978 is delayed or cancelled?

Up to €600 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.

MU4978 Flight Status China Eastern Airlines: Madrid to Havana (CES4978)

China Eastern Airlines MU 4978

Delayed

MAD Madrid

Scheduled: 15:05
Actual: 15:53

Terminal: 1 | Gate: B19

Departure: Sun, Nov 8, 2026 · local time CET

Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD)

All MAD Departures >

HAV Havana

Scheduled: 20:05
Estimated: 20:20
Delay: 15'

Terminal: 3

Arrival: Sun, Nov 8, 2026 · local time UTC-5

Havana Jose Marti International Airport (HAV)

All HAV Arrivals >

Departed 22h 35m ago · was due to land 12h 08m ago, awaiting update 100%

MAD 15:53 HAV 20:20

7,461 km (4,636 mi) flown · 0 km (0 mi) to go

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

Add to calendar

Distance: 7461 km / 4636 miles · Scheduled Duration: 11:00

Flight issues? Claim up to €600 >

MU 4978 Flight Status & Schedule China Eastern Airlines Madrid to Havana

Date	From	To	Departure	Arrival	Status	Details
Nov 08	MAD	HAV	15:53	20:20	Delayed	Track >
Nov 05	MAD	HAV	16:11	20:02	Unknown	Track >
Nov 04	MAD	HAV	16:02	20:22	Landed Late	Track >
Nov 02	MAD	HAV	16:00	20:33	Delayed	Track >
Nov 01	MAD	HAV	16:18	20:23	Delayed	Track >
Oct 31	MAD	HAV	16:35	20:59	Delayed	Track >
Oct 29	MAD	HAV	16:14	20:32	Landed Late	Track >
Oct 28	MAD	HAV	16:33	20:53	Delayed	Track >
Oct 26	MAD	HAV	16:34	20:46	Diverted	Claim >
Jan 31	MAD	HAV	16:30	21:02	Delayed	Track >

China Eastern Airlines operates MU 4978 from Madrid to Havana, a 7,461 km (4,636 mi) trip, three times a week (Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday). The timetable allows 11 hours; there is not enough recent history yet to say how long it usually takes. Yesterday it left at 15:53, 48 minutes late, and is due in Havana at 20:20, 15 minutes late.

< All Madrid MAD Departures All Havana HAV Arrivals >

About MU 4978

Route: Madrid Barajas Airport MAD to Havana Jose Marti International Airport HAV
Distance: 7,461 km (4,636 mi)
Scheduled flight time: 11 h
Flies: Wed, Thu, Sun
Usually departs from: Terminal 1

Departing the EU, this flight is covered by EU261. Compensation of up to €600 per passenger can apply when it arrives 3 or more hours late or is cancelled.

MU 4978 FAQ

How long is the MU4978 flight?: The timetable allows 11 hours. Madrid to Havana is 7,461 km (4,636 mi).
Which days does MU4978 fly?: Three times a week: Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday, based on the schedule of the last 7 days.
Which terminal does MU4978 use?: It usually leaves from Terminal 1 at Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) and arrives at Terminal 3 at Havana Jose Marti International Airport (HAV). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.
What other flight numbers does MU4978 have?: Also listed as CES4978 (China Eastern Airlines' ICAO code) and MU 4978.
Can I get compensation if MU4978 is delayed or cancelled?: Up to €600 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.

MU4978 and Madrid MAD to Havana HAV Flights

Flight MU4978 is a code-share China Eastern Airlines flight of the Air Europa operated UX51.

Other flights departing from Madrid MAD: RJ110, UX9164, UX1093, UX1517

Other flights arriving at Havana HAV: UX51, CU887, R7701

All flights connecting Madrid MAD to Havana HAV.