Flying from Tenerife to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): What you need to know
Start your travels at one of Tenerife's main airports, Tenerife North Airport (TFN) or Tenerife South Airport (TFS). Check out your options for booking a flight from Tenerife to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) taking off from either of these.
The average length of a direct Tenerife to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight is 3 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in Barcelona is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Tenerife. Barcelona-El Prat Airport is located in Barcelona.
With 40 direct flights a week between the two airports, Tenerife North Airport (TFN) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) is the busiest route. Vueling operates the earliest flight at 7am. If you're eager to get more out of your day before taking off, the latest departure from TFN to BCN is with Vueling at 10pm.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from Tenerife to BCN. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Tenerife
Tenerife North Airport (TFN)
You can book a direct flight from Tenerife to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) out of Tenerife North Airport (TFN).
Vueling is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Tenerife to Barcelona-El Prat Airport jetting out of TFN.
Vueling sees the most traveller bookings for flights from TFN to BCN.
Vueling is the most consistent performer for punctuality on this route.
Travelling from central Tenerife to TFN takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Tenerife to Barcelona-El Prat Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by staying at one of these hotels close to Tenerife North Airport:
Of all flights departing from Tenerife North Airport, 75.81% touch down on time at their destination.
Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
You can book a direct Tenerife to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) plane ticket with departures from Tenerife South Airport (TFS). Decide if leaving from TFS is a better fit for your trip.
Catch your direct flight from Tenerife to BCN with Ryanair. This is one of the leading carriers flying this route out of TFS.
Ryanair is the most popular choice for passengers flying from TFS to BCN.
Among the carriers operating flights between Tenerife South Airport and Barcelona-El Prat Airport, Ryanair has the best record for on-time arrivals.
You can reach TFS from central Tenerife in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to travel the 64 kilometres or so.
Flying off with the first light? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Tenerife South Airport the day before your Tenerife to BCN flight:
64.91% of flights leaving Tenerife South Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
About Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Have a late flight from Tenerife to Barcelona-El Prat Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Stay at one of these hotels near BCN and turn out the lights sooner:
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Booking your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Tenerife to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
Barcelona-El Prat Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Barcelona. How long it'll take to get to the centre by cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
It typically takes 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tenerife to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
R 414 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Tenerife to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. A return flight starts from R 995. These fares can change depending on demand.
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The best time to fly from Tenerife to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Tenerife to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN). July is the most popular month to visit Barcelona. If you like things a bit more low-key, think about going in February.
Lock in a Tenerife to BCN plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Barcelona to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Tenerife to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF).
More about Barcelona
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Barcelona right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Tenerife to Barcelona-El Prat Airport:
Your trip to Barcelona wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Leading attractions that should be on your list include Sagrada Familia, Vinalium Sagrada Familia and Placa de la Sagrada Familia.
Explore more of Spain
Zaragoza is just one of the many cities in Spain waiting to be explored after you've experienced Barcelona. Around 241 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Plaza España, Plaza del Pilar and La Seo del Salvador.
If you want to check out another major destination in Spain, head for Ibiza, roughly 274 kilometres south of Barcelona. Platja d'en Bossa, Blue Ocean Ibiza and Playa de Ses Salines are key highlights.
