Travelling from Venice to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): What you need to know
Get your trip planning started by working out where you'll board your flight from Venice to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN). Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) and Treviso Airport (TSF) are the two main airports in Venice.
The average length of a direct Venice to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight is 2 hours.
Barcelona-El Prat Airport is located in Barcelona. The city's timezone is UTC+1 — the same as Venice.
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) is the most popular route. There are 31 direct weekly departures to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, take the last flight with Ryanair at 11:20pm. Opt for the first VCE to BCN departure with Ryanair at 5:45am if you want to get going earlier.
Your flight from Venice to BCN won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow some extra wiggle room. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Venice
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Venice to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) operate out of this terminal.
At VCE, you'll find a good selection of airlines that operate direct flights from Venice to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, such as:
The preferred choice for passengers flying between VCE and BCN is Ryanair.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrival rate on this route is Vueling.
VCE is about 14 kilometres from central Venice. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near Venice Marco Polo Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Venice to Barcelona-El Prat Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are just what you're after:
Of all flights departing from Venice Marco Polo Airport, 75.29% land on schedule at their destination.
Treviso Airport (TSF)
You can arrive at TSF from the centre of Venice in approximately 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to cover the 40 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Venice to BCN flight? Check in to a hotel near Treviso Airport before your holiday officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Treviso Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 70.17%.
About Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Have a late flight from Venice to Barcelona-El Prat Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Stay at one of these hotels near BCN and shut your eyes sooner:
Say yes to new adventures 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 usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride around four weeks ahead of your Venice to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight.
Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
Barcelona-El Prat Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Barcelona. How long it takes to get to the centre by cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Venice to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Right now, R 356 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 692. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Venice to BCN. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Venice to Barcelona-El Prat Airport tickets across every month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
You don't need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you when a better deal is available on plane tickets from Venice to BCN.
Discover the best deal on a flight from Venice to Barcelona-El Prat Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'
The best time to fly from Venice to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
February is the quietest month for flights from Venice to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN), while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Barcelona based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Venice to BCN plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Barcelona, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Venice to Barcelona-El Prat Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Barcelona
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Barcelona right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Venice to Barcelona-El Prat Airport:
There are loads of things to do in Barcelona when you're ready to sightsee. Make your way to Sagrada Familia followed by Vinalium Sagrada Familia and Placa de la Sagrada Familia.
Explore more of Spain
Barcelona is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Spain waiting to be discovered. Around 241 kilometres west of Barcelona, a visit to Zaragoza will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Plaza España, Plaza del Pilar and La Seo del Salvador.
Ibiza is another must-experience destination in Spain and is around 274 kilometres south of Barcelona. No trip is complete without seeing Platja d'en Bossa, Blue Ocean Ibiza and Playa de Ses Salines.
