The flight distance from Barcelona International Airport (BCN) in Barcelona, Spain to Cairns International Airport (CNS) in Cairns, Australia is 15,615 kilometers (9,703 miles / 8,432 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying east northeast at a heading of 63°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Spain with Australia. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 14:38 in Barcelona, it's 23:38 in Cairns. With a 9-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Cairns (CNS) to Barcelona (BCN) follows a heading of 316° (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 Cairns International Airport (CNS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.