Travelling from Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Joao Paulo II Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is 3 hours 25 minutes.
Barcelona's timezone is UTC+1, making Barcelona two hours ahead of Ponta Delgada.
You can choose from four weekly Joao Paulo II Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights. The 07:50 departure with Azores Airlines is the earliest flight available. Azores Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 07:50.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your PDL to BCN flight.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Azores Airlines offers direct flights from Joao Paulo II Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Barcelona — and maybe even more of Spain if your schedule allows.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Azores Airlines on this route.
The most punctual carrier that offers PDL to BCN flights is Azores Airlines. Its services arrive as planned 76.92% of the time.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Joao Paulo II Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between PDL and BCN include:
Lisbon Portela Airport
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Bilbao Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
R 1,728 is currently the best price for a one-way Joao Paulo II Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight. Return flights start at R 3,181. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
Get cheap tickets from PDL to BCN by booking two months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
January is the cheapest month for flights from Joao Paulo II Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from PDL to BCN.
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Handy information about Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
68.76% of flights departing from Joao Paulo II Airport land at their destination on schedule.
To reach Joao Paulo II Airport from central Ponta Delgada, it takes around 10 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near PDL. Whether you have an early flight from Joao Paulo II Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
If you're arriving on a late Joao Paulo II Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these options near BCN:
Travel at your own speed with a Barcelona-El Prat Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Nizacars Rent A Car and experience more of Barcelona and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Barcelona-El Prat Airport about four weeks in advance of your trip.
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 around 25 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The quietest month for a flight from Joao Paulo II Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Barcelona based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Joao Paulo II Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport for August if you want to explore Barcelona during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Search for cheap tickets from PDL to BCN around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Spain
Zaragoza is just one of the many cities in Spain waiting to be discovered once you've seen Barcelona. Around 257 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
Logroño is another well-known destination in Spain and is around 402 kilometres west of Barcelona. No journey is complete without dropping by Concatedral de Santa Maria de la Redonda, Museo de la Rioja and Iglesia de Santiago el Real.