BCN
Barcelona
Spain
7,775 km
4,831 miles
PTG
Potgietersrus
South Africa
Distance
7,775 km
4,831 mi / 4,198 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/Madrid
Heading
153°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

BCN PTG
Airport Name Barcelona International Airport Polokwane International Airport
IATA Code BCN PTG
ICAO Code LEBL FAPP
City Barcelona Potgietersrus
Country Spain South Africa
Timezone Europe/Madrid Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 12 ft 4,076 ft
Coordinates 41.300000, 2.080000 -23.850000, 29.460000

Barcelona (BCN) to Potgietersrus (PTG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Barcelona International Airport (BCN) in Barcelona, Spain to Polokwane International Airport (PTG) in Potgietersrus, South Africa is 7,775 kilometers (4,831 miles / 4,198 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying south southeast at a heading of 153°.

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 13:36 in Barcelona, it's 14:36 in Potgietersrus.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,064 feet between the two airports. Polokwane International Airport sits higher than Barcelona International Airport.

The return flight from Potgietersrus (PTG) to Barcelona (BCN) follows a heading of 338° (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 Polokwane International Airport (PTG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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