Flying from Venice to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): What you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with working out where you'll fly out of in Venice. Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Venice to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) leaving from here.
Expect to be travelling for 2 hours. On average, that's the duration of a direct Venice to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight.
Venice and Barcelona (where Barcelona-El Prat Airport is located) share the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch once you land.
With 40 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) is the busiest route. Ryanair operates the earliest flight at 5:45am. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest departure from VCE to BCN is with Ryanair at 11:20pm.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to catch your flight from Venice to BCN.
During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Airports in Venice
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
You can hop on a direct flight from Venice to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) departing from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE).
Popular carriers that operate direct flights from Venice to Barcelona-El Prat Airport departing VCE include:
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Vuelings from VCE to BCN.
Among carriers operating on this route, Vuelings is the most consistent for on-time landings.
Located around 13 kilometres from the centre of Venice, VCE can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 25 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Venice Marco Polo Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Venice to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, these accommodation options will put you a quick hop from check-in:
Of the flights that depart from Venice Marco Polo Airport, 78% arrive on time at their destination.
Venice Treviso Airport (TSF)
With public transport, you can travel from central Venice to TSF in around 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 32 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 40 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before your Venice to BCN flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Venice Treviso Airport:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Venice Treviso Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 73%.
About Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Venice to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near BCN instead:
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Venice to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight.
Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
Barcelona-El Prat Airport is roughly 13 kilometres from central Barcelona. How long it takes to get to the centre in a car hire or taxi will depend on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Venice to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Right now, R 272 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Venice to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 593. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Venice to BCN. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Venice to Barcelona-El Prat Airport tickets across the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
There's no need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Venice to BCN.
Filters make it easier to dig up a deal for your flight from Venice to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Pick the airlines, flight times and stops that line up with your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the lowest price right away.
The best time to fly from Venice to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
January is the quietest month for flights from Venice to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN), while June is the most popular. Figure out the best time to visit Barcelona based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Venice to BCN plane ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Barcelona to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Venice to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in January when temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF).
More about Barcelona
Once you've booked your flight from Venice to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Barcelona:
Sagrada Familia and Museum of the Church of the Sagrada Familia are just two of the top attractions to add to your Barcelona travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Park Guell.
Explore more of Spain
You've done Barcelona, now it's time to discover other parts of Spain. Travel around 241 kilometres west to Zaragoza to tick off its leading sights. From Plaza del Pilar to La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another major destination in Spain, consider Ibiza, about 274 kilometres south of Barcelona. Bossa Beach, Playa de Ses Salines and Eden Ibiza are the start of reasons to visit.
