The flight distance from Barcelona International Airport (BCN) in Barcelona, Spain to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia is 11,521 kilometers (7,159 miles / 6,221 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying east northeast at a heading of 69°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Spain with Malaysia. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 22:41 in Barcelona, it's 05:41 in Kota Kinabalu. With a 7-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Kota Kinabalu (BKI) to Barcelona (BCN) follows a heading of 315° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Barcelona International Airport (BCN) and Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.