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Find the cheapest month to fly from Rio de Janeiro Internacional to Barcelona

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Rio de Janeiro Internacional to Barcelona flights are currently cheapest in October.

Rio de Janeiro Internacional to Barcelona: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Rio de Janeiro Internacional to Barcelona below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Barcelona.

Rio de Janeiro to Barcelona: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 7,032
Cheapest month to flyOctober

Finding cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro Internacional to Barcelona: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Rio de Janeiro Internacional to Barcelona is R 10,673. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Rio de Janeiro Internacional to Barcelona. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 10,673.
As of June 2025, there are no flights flying from Rio de Janeiro Internacional to Barcelona.
The cheapest month to fly from Rio de Janeiro Internacional to Barcelona is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to Barcelona Airport on Friday, 20 March 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport and Barcelona Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Barcelona but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Barcelona is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, TAP Air Portugal offers the cheapest flight tickets to Barcelona.

Travelling from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): what you need to know

  • Barcelona is four hours ahead of Rio De Janeiro and follows the UTC+1 timezone.

  • For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your GIG to BCN flight.

  • During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.

  • If you want to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. These are the top stopovers between GIG and BCN:

    • Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport

    • London Heathrow Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)

  • Currently, R 7,032 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 10,673. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To get your hands on cheap tickets from GIG to BCN, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.

  • If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when searching for your flight from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport.

  • There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from GIG to BCN.

  • Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport.

Handy information about Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)

  • 79.57% of flights that depart Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport land at their destination on time.

  • To reach Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport from central Rio De Janeiro, it takes about 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The trip on public transport usually takes 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near GIG. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:

Arriving at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)

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.

  • Getting there by public transport will take you roughly 35 minutes.

When to fly to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Barcelona in January.

  • When reserving your flight from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Barcelona, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from GIG to BCN in January. Average temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.

Explore more of Spain

  • You've done Barcelona, now it's time to explore more of Spain. Journey about 257 kilometres west to Zaragoza to check off its popular sights. From Puente de Piedra to Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • Around 402 kilometres west of Barcelona, Logroño is another essential stop in Spain. No visit is complete without checking out Concatedral de Santa Maria de la Redonda, Museo de la Rioja and Iglesia de Santiago el Real.

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