BCN
Barcelona
Spain
8,111 km
5,040 miles
WEL
Welkom
South Africa
Distance
8,111 km
5,040 mi / 4,380 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/Madrid
Heading
157°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

BCN WEL
Airport Name Barcelona International Airport Welkom Airport
IATA Code BCN WEL
ICAO Code LEBL FAWM
City Barcelona Welkom
Country Spain South Africa
Timezone Europe/Madrid Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 12 ft 4,399 ft
Coordinates 41.300000, 2.080000 -28.000000, 26.670000

Barcelona (BCN) to Welkom (WEL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Barcelona International Airport (BCN) in Barcelona, Spain to Welkom Airport (WEL) in Welkom, South Africa is 8,111 kilometers (5,040 miles / 4,380 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying south southeast at a heading of 157°.

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 South Africa. 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 22:59 in Barcelona, it's 23:59 in Welkom.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,387 feet between the two airports. Welkom Airport sits higher than Barcelona International Airport.

The return flight from Welkom (WEL) to Barcelona (BCN) follows a heading of 341° (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 Welkom Airport (WEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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