Flying from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Bristol Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport.
Barcelona's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Barcelona one hour ahead of Bristol.
Every week, there are 28 Bristol Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights. If you want to get going as soon as possible, go for the 06:00 easyJet flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 20:05 with easyJet.
Your BRS to BCN flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a peak month like August? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Ryanair has direct flights from Bristol Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Barcelona — and maybe even more of Spain if your schedule allows.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Ryanair.
Among carriers operating BRS to BCN flights, Ryanair has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Bristol Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. These are the top stopovers between BRS and BCN:
Palma de Mallorca Airport
EuroAirport Swiss
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
At the moment, R 391 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Bristol Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 827. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To get cheap tickets from BRS to BCN, reserve your trip five months before your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from Bristol Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
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Discover the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Bristol Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Bristol Airport (BRS)
When it comes to Bristol Airport's on-time performance, data shows 69.8% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Bristol Airport from central Bristol, it takes about 25 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Bristol Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to BRS:
Arriving at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
If you're getting in on a late Bristol Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these hotels near BCN:
Hit the road running by picking up a Barcelona-El Prat Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Nizacars Rent A Car and explore beyond Barcelona's main sights.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Barcelona-El Prat Airport about four weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
Barcelona-El Prat Airport to central Barcelona has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
It takes around 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Bristol Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Barcelona. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
When reserving your flight from Bristol Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Barcelona, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BRS to BCN sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Spain
You've visited Barcelona, now it's time to discover more of Spain. Travel about 257 kilometres west to Zaragoza to tick off its top sights. From Puente de Piedra to Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in Spain, consider Logroño, roughly 402 kilometres west of Barcelona. Concatedral de Santa Maria de la Redonda, Museo de la Rioja and Iglesia de Santiago el Real are key highlights.
