Travelling from Dresden International Airport (DRS) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): what you need to know
Dresden and Barcelona are both in the UTC+1 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your DRS to BCN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months such as April, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Dresden International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between DRS and BCN include:
Palma de Mallorca Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dresden International Airport (DRS) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Right now, R 954 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Dresden International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 4,061. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from DRS to BCN if you book early. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird discounts.
Getting cheap flights from Dresden International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across the month and score a great deal.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from DRS to BCN is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when there's a better deal.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Dresden International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport.
Handy information about Dresden International Airport (DRS)
Dresden International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 84.36% of flights that depart DRS reach their destination without delay.
Dresden International Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Dresden. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel near DRS? If you're boarding an early flight from Dresden International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Reserve a hotel near BCN if you have a late Dresden International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Barcelona-El Prat Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Nizacars Rent A Car and explore beyond Barcelona's main sights.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Barcelona-El Prat Airport around four weeks in advance of your trip.
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 reach the centre by car.
Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
When to fly to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
July is the busiest month for flights from Dresden International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Barcelona in January.
Book your flight from Dresden International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport for August if you'd like to visit Barcelona during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DRS to BCN in January. Temperatures average between 5ºC (41ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.
Explore more of Spain
Zaragoza is just one of the many cities in Spain waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Barcelona. Around 257 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
If you're looking to explore another major stop 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.