Flying from Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (KEF) to Barcelona Airport (BCN): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Reykjavik Keflavik Airport to Barcelona Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 25 minutes.
Barcelona is one hour ahead of Reykjavik and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
There are nine Reykjavik Keflavik Airport to Barcelona Airport flights each week.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to board your KEF to BCN flight.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
A number of airlines operate direct flights from Reykjavik Keflavik Airport to Barcelona Airport, so getting to Barcelona (and then exploring more of Spain!) is easy. Leading carriers that fly nonstop include:
Flugfélag Íslands has the highest passenger demand on this route.
With an impressive 89.29% of services landing on schedule, Flugfélag Íslands is the most punctual carrier offering KEF to BCN flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Reykjavik Keflavik Airport to Barcelona Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between KEF and BCN:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Dublin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (KEF) to Barcelona Airport (BCN)
Currently, R 1,134 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Reykjavik Keflavik Airport to Barcelona Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 1,962. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from KEF to BCN, reserve your journey one month ahead of your planned departure.
Organise your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Reykjavik Keflavik Airport to Barcelona Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.
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Handy information about Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (KEF)
78% of flights that leave from Reykjavik Keflavik Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Reykjavik Keflavik Airport is around 48 kilometres from central Reykjavik. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Reykjavik Keflavik Airport to Barcelona Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near KEF:
Arriving at Barcelona Airport (BCN)
If you have a late Reykjavik Keflavik Airport to Barcelona Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these accommodation options near BCN:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Barcelona Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Nizacars Rent A Car to explore Barcelona and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Barcelona Airport about four weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
When to fly to Barcelona Airport (BCN)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Reykjavik Keflavik Airport to Barcelona Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Barcelona. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Barcelona is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your flights from Reykjavik Keflavik Airport to Barcelona Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from KEF to BCN in January. Temperatures average 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 waiting to be discovered. About 257 kilometres west of Barcelona, a visit to Zaragoza will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Plaza del Pilar, La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar.
Around 402 kilometres west of Barcelona, Logroño is another favourite stop in Spain. Start your sightseeing at Bodegas Faustino, Bodegas Campo Viejo and Bodegas Valoria.




