BCN
Barcelona
Spain
8,275 km
5,142 miles
LAY
Ladysmith
South Africa
Distance
8,275 km
5,142 mi / 4,468 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/Madrid
Heading
155°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

BCN LAY
Airport Name Barcelona International Airport Ladysmith Airport
IATA Code BCN LAY
ICAO Code LEBL FALY
City Barcelona Ladysmith
Country Spain South Africa
Timezone Europe/Madrid Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 12 ft 3,548 ft
Coordinates 41.300000, 2.080000 -28.580000, 29.750000

Barcelona (BCN) to Ladysmith (LAY) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Barcelona International Airport (BCN) in Barcelona, Spain to Ladysmith Airport (LAY) in Ladysmith, South Africa is 8,275 kilometers (5,142 miles / 4,468 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying south southeast at a heading of 155°.

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 13:32 in Barcelona, it's 14:32 in Ladysmith.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,536 feet between the two airports. Ladysmith Airport sits higher than Barcelona International Airport.

The return flight from Ladysmith (LAY) to Barcelona (BCN) follows a heading of 339° (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 Ladysmith Airport (LAY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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