BCN
Barcelona
Spain
7,162 km
4,451 miles
RFD
Chicago/Rockford
United States
Distance
7,162 km
4,451 mi / 3,867 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-7h
Europe/Madrid
Heading
305°
northwest

Airport Comparison

BCN RFD
Airport Name Barcelona International Airport Chicago/Rockford International Airport
IATA Code BCN RFD
ICAO Code LEBL KRFD
City Barcelona Chicago/Rockford
Country Spain United States
Timezone Europe/Madrid America/Chicago
Elevation 12 ft 742 ft
Coordinates 41.300000, 2.080000 42.200000, -89.100000

Barcelona (BCN) to Chicago/Rockford (RFD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Barcelona International Airport (BCN) in Barcelona, Spain to Chicago/Rockford International Airport (RFD) in Chicago/Rockford, United States is 7,162 kilometers (4,451 miles / 3,867 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northwest at a heading of 305°.

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 16:47 in Barcelona, it's 09:47 in Chicago/Rockford. With a 7-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 Chicago/Rockford (RFD) to Barcelona (BCN) follows a heading of 56° (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 Chicago/Rockford International Airport (RFD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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