Travelling from Eelde Airport (GRQ) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): what you need to know
Groningen and Barcelona follow the same timezone, UTC+1.
Your GRQ to BCN flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you want to tour a new city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Eelde Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Palma de Mallorca Airport is a well-known stop between GRQ and BCN.
How to find the cheapest flights from Eelde Airport (GRQ) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
At the moment, R 3,501 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Eelde Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 7,253. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from GRQ to BCN. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Eelde Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across every month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Eelde Airport (GRQ)
Eelde Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 83.33% of flights that depart GRQ reach their destination on time.
Central Groningen to Eelde Airport is around 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Eelde Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to GRQ:
Arriving at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Eelde Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BCN instead:
Pick up 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 top outlets you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Barcelona-El Prat Airport about four weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
Barcelona-El Prat Airport to the centre of Barcelona has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
It'll take around 35 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Eelde Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Barcelona. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
Lock in your flight from Eelde Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport for August if you want to visit Barcelona during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from GRQ to BCN in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
Explore more of Spain
Zaragoza is just one of the many cities in Spain waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Barcelona. Around 257 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
Around 402 kilometres west of Barcelona, Logroño is another favourite stop in Spain. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Concatedral de Santa Maria de la Redonda, Museo de la Rioja and Iglesia de Santiago el Real.
