Travelling from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): what you need to know
Barcelona's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Barcelona one hour behind Durban.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your DUR to BCN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Choose a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see the options for tickets from King Shaka International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Dubai Airport is a top stopover on the DUR to BCN route.
How to find the cheapest flights from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
At the moment, R 5,981 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way King Shaka International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 9,189. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from DUR to BCN if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for your flight from King Shaka International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from DUR to BCN.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from King Shaka International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport.
Handy information about King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
King Shaka International Airport has a strong on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from DUR make it to their destination as scheduled 86.29% of the time.
Central Durban to King Shaka International Airport is around 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Searching for a handy hotel near DUR? If you've booked an early flight from King Shaka International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Consider booking a hotel near BCN if you have a late King Shaka International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Fast-track your adventure 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.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Barcelona-El Prat Airport about four weeks before travelling.
Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
Barcelona-El Prat Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from the centre of Barcelona. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The quietest month for a flight from King Shaka International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Barcelona based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Barcelona is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your flights from King Shaka International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DUR to BCN in January. Average temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.
Explore more of Spain
Barcelona is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Spain you should also see. Around 257 kilometres west of Barcelona, a trip to Zaragoza will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
If you're ready to explore another major stop 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.
