Flying from Craiova Airport (CRA) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): what you need to know
Barcelona's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Barcelona one hour behind Craiova.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your CRA to BCN flight.
During popular months such as April, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Craiova Airport (CRA) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
R 1,331 is the lowest price for a one-way Craiova Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight. Return flights start at R 3,127. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from CRA to BCN if you book in advance. Airlines often have some terrific early bird discounts.
Finding cheap flights from Craiova Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across the month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Craiova Airport (CRA)
Craiova Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Craiova. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to CRA? If you're boarding an early flight from Craiova Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Craiova Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near BCN instead:
Grab a Barcelona-El Prat Airport rental car and explore Barcelona and beyond with your own wheels. Record Go, Goldcar and Nizacars Rent A Car are well-known companies to choose from here.
For the best deal, book your ride from Barcelona-El Prat Airport about four weeks ahead.
Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
From Barcelona-El Prat Airport, Barcelona is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 35 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
July is the most popular month for flights from Craiova Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Barcelona in January.
When booking your flight from Craiova Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Barcelona, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CRA to BCN in January. Average temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.
Explore more of Spain
Zaragoza is just one of the many cities in Spain waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Barcelona. Around 257 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Spain, consider Logroño, about 402 kilometres west of Barcelona. Concatedral de Santa Maria de la Redonda, Museo de la Rioja and Iglesia de Santiago el Real are among the biggest draws.
