Travelling from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Seoul: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 14 hours 50 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Seoul.
Seoul is eight hours ahead of Barcelona, where Barcelona-El Prat Airport is located. Seoul runs on the UTC+9 timezone.
The busiest route is from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Incheon International Airport (ICN). Take your pick of eight weekly services between these two airports. Asiana Airlines offers a 08:00 departure between BCN and ICN.
To avoid missing your BCN to Seoul flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Taking off during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can book a direct Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Seoul ticket. Start your journey at BCN and touch down at Incheon International Airport (ICN).
You'll have your choice of carriers that operate direct flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Seoul. Get up and away with one of these:
We make it easy to book flight tickets from BCN to Seoul with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
BCN is around 13 kilometres from central Barcelona. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Searching for a hotel close to BCN? If you've booked an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Seoul, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
79.12% of flights that depart Barcelona-El Prat Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Seoul
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Seoul flight is R 6,644. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 10,021. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from BCN to Seoul, book your journey one month ahead of your planned departure.
The best month for picking up cheap Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Seoul tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Airports in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
From Incheon International Airport (ICN), central Seoul is roughly 48 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
Look into staying at a hotel close to ICN if you have a late flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Seoul. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Pick up an Incheon International Airport rental car and explore Seoul and beyond with your own wheels. WECAR, Hi Rent A Car and Alamo are top outlets to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Incheon International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from BCN to Seoul.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Central Seoul is around 16 kilometres from Gimpo International Airport (GMP). Step off your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Seoul and then be on the lookout for any airport signs that'll help you reach the city centre.
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so.
Following your BCN to Seoul flight, rest your head at a hotel close to GMP. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
GOGO Rent a Car, Gogo Rental Car Seoul and Hi Rent A Car make collecting a Gimpo International Airport rental car simple. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Don't pay more than you need to. Securing your ride one week before your arrival at GMP can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Seoul
Travel to Seoul during high season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Seoul in the low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Lock in a Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Seoul flight ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BCN to Seoul in January when temperatures average between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF).
More about Seoul
Once you've booked your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Seoul, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Seoul:
Bukchon Hanok Village and Gyeongbokgung Palace are just the start of the popular attractions to put on your Seoul must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at N Seoul Tower.
Explore more of South Korea
Busan is just one of the many places in South Korea waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Seoul. Around 322 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include Haeundae Beach, Gamcheon Culture Village and Beomeosa Temple.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in South Korea, head for Daegu, roughly 241 kilometres south-east of Seoul. Duryu Park People's Garden, E-World and Apsan Park are among the biggest draws.