BCN
Barcelona
Spain
5,432 km
3,375 miles
CIT
Shymkent
Kazakhstan
Distance
5,432 km
3,375 mi / 2,933 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+4h
Europe/Madrid
Heading
65°
east northeast

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BCN CIT
Airport Name Barcelona International Airport Shymkent Airport
IATA Code BCN CIT
ICAO Code LEBL UAII
City Barcelona Shymkent
Country Spain Kazakhstan
Timezone Europe/Madrid Asia/Almaty
Elevation 12 ft 1,387 ft
Coordinates 41.300000, 2.080000 42.360000, 69.480000

Barcelona (BCN) to Shymkent (CIT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Barcelona International Airport (BCN) in Barcelona, Spain to Shymkent Airport (CIT) in Shymkent, Kazakhstan is 5,432 kilometers (3,375 miles / 2,933 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying east northeast at a heading of 65°.

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 Kazakhstan. 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 17:37 in Barcelona, it's 21:37 in Shymkent. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,375 feet between the two airports. Shymkent Airport sits higher than Barcelona International Airport.

The return flight from Shymkent (CIT) to Barcelona (BCN) follows a heading of 293° (west 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 Shymkent Airport (CIT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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