BCN
Barcelona
Spain
6,940 km
4,313 miles
SWX
Shakawe
Botswana
Distance
6,940 km
4,313 mi / 3,748 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/Madrid
Heading
159°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

BCN SWX
Airport Name Barcelona International Airport Shakawe Airport
IATA Code BCN SWX
ICAO Code LEBL FBSW
City Barcelona Shakawe
Country Spain Botswana
Timezone Europe/Madrid Africa/Gaborone
Elevation 12 ft 3,379 ft
Coordinates 41.300000, 2.080000 -18.370000, 21.830000

Barcelona (BCN) to Shakawe (SWX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Barcelona International Airport (BCN) in Barcelona, Spain to Shakawe Airport (SWX) in Shakawe, Botswana is 6,940 kilometers (4,313 miles / 3,748 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying south southeast at a heading of 159°.

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 Botswana. 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 05:18 in Barcelona, it's 06:18 in Shakawe.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,367 feet between the two airports. Shakawe Airport sits higher than Barcelona International Airport.

The return flight from Shakawe (SWX) to Barcelona (BCN) follows a heading of 343° (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 Shakawe Airport (SWX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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