BCN
Barcelona
Spain
6,761 km
4,201 miles
DTW
Detroit
United States
Distance
6,761 km
4,201 mi / 3,651 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-6h
Europe/Madrid
Heading
302°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

BCN DTW
Airport Name Barcelona International Airport Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport
IATA Code BCN DTW
ICAO Code LEBL KDTW
City Barcelona Detroit
Country Spain United States
Timezone Europe/Madrid America/New_York
Elevation 12 ft 645 ft
Coordinates 41.300000, 2.080000 42.210000, -83.350000

Barcelona (BCN) to Detroit (DTW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Barcelona International Airport (BCN) in Barcelona, Spain to Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States is 6,761 kilometers (4,201 miles / 3,651 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying west northwest at a heading of 302°.

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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:44 in Barcelona, it's 04:44 in Detroit. With a 6-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 Detroit (DTW) to Barcelona (BCN) follows a heading of 59° (east northeast). 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 Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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