Flying from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): what you need to know
Around 11 hours 55 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport.
The timezone in Barcelona is UTC+1, which is seven hours behind Beijing.
Flights from PEK to BCN start at 02:20 — the earliest with Air China. The last departure is at 02:30 with Air China. Overall, you can take your pick of ten weekly Beijing Capital International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to catch your PEK to BCN flight.
Flying during a peak month such as April? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Air China has direct flights from Beijing Capital International 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 travellers choose to travel with Air China on this route.
Air China is a leader in on-time performance for PEK to BCN flights, with 92.31% of services reaching their destination on schedule.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Beijing Capital International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. These are the top stopovers between PEK and BCN:
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
Manchester Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
R 5,717 is the lowest price for a one-way Beijing Capital International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight. Return flights start at R 9,419. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
Book six months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from PEK to BCN.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Beijing Capital International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from PEK to BCN by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Beijing Capital International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport.
Handy information about Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
PEK is located at Capital Airport Rd.
79.67% of flights that leave from Beijing Capital International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
To get to Beijing Capital International Airport from central Beijing, it takes around 40 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 31 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near PEK. Whether you have an early flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Consider staying in a hotel near BCN if you're taking a late Beijing Capital International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight. Choose one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Get your adventure underway 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.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Barcelona-El Prat Airport about four weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
Barcelona-El Prat Airport to central Barcelona has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Barcelona. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in January.
Book your flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport for August if you want to go to Barcelona during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Look for cheap tickets from PEK to BCN around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Spain
Barcelona has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Spain waiting to be explored. About 257 kilometres west of Barcelona, a visit to Zaragoza will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
If there's time to check out another corner of Spain, head for 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 the start of reasons to visit.
