BCN
Barcelona
Spain
8,287 km
5,149 miles
ERL
Erenhot
China
Distance
8,287 km
5,149 mi / 4,474 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+7h
Europe/Madrid
Heading
45°
northeast

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BCN ERL
Airport Name Barcelona International Airport Erenhot Saiwusu International Airport
IATA Code BCN ERL
ICAO Code LEBL ZBER
City Barcelona Erenhot
Country Spain China
Timezone Europe/Madrid Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 12 ft 3,301 ft
Coordinates 41.300000, 2.080000 43.420000, 112.100000

Barcelona (BCN) to Erenhot (ERL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Barcelona International Airport (BCN) in Barcelona, Spain to Erenhot Saiwusu International Airport (ERL) in Erenhot, China is 8,287 kilometers (5,149 miles / 4,474 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 45°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Spain with China. 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 06:35 in Barcelona, it's 13:35 in Erenhot. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,289 feet between the two airports. Erenhot Saiwusu International Airport sits higher than Barcelona International Airport.

The return flight from Erenhot (ERL) to Barcelona (BCN) follows a heading of 313° (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 Erenhot Saiwusu International Airport (ERL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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