BCN
Barcelona
Spain
5,136 km
3,191 miles
RUA
Arua
Uganda
Distance
5,136 km
3,191 mi / 2,773 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/Madrid
Heading
138°
southeast

Airport Comparison

BCN RUA
Airport Name Barcelona International Airport Arua Airport
IATA Code BCN RUA
ICAO Code LEBL HUAR
City Barcelona Arua
Country Spain Uganda
Timezone Europe/Madrid Africa/Kampala
Elevation 12 ft 3,951 ft
Coordinates 41.300000, 2.080000 3.050000, 30.920000

Barcelona (BCN) to Arua (RUA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Barcelona International Airport (BCN) in Barcelona, Spain to Arua Airport (RUA) in Arua, Uganda is 5,136 kilometers (3,191 miles / 2,773 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying southeast at a heading of 138°.

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 Uganda. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:45 in Barcelona, it's 12:45 in Arua.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,939 feet between the two airports. Arua Airport sits higher than Barcelona International Airport.

The return flight from Arua (RUA) to Barcelona (BCN) follows a heading of 330° (north 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 Arua Airport (RUA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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