The flight distance from Barcelona International Airport (BCN) in Barcelona, Spain to March Arb Airport (RIV) in Riverside, United States is 9,610 kilometers (5,972 miles / 5,189 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 314°.

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 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 17:59 in Barcelona, it's 08:59 in Riverside. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,524 feet between the two airports. March Arb Airport sits higher than Barcelona International Airport.

The return flight from Riverside (RIV) to Barcelona (BCN) follows a heading of 41° (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 March Arb Airport (RIV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.