Travelling from Belfast to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): What you need to know
Belfast is home to a couple of airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for booking a flight from Belfast to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) flying out of Belfast International Airport (BFS) or George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD).
Take a direct Belfast to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight and you'll be travelling for around 2 hours 40 minutes.
Barcelona-El Prat Airport is located in Barcelona. The city follows the UTC+1 timezone and is one hour ahead of Belfast.
Choose from 2 direct flights each week between Belfast International Airport (BFS) and Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN). This is the most popular route, with easyJet offering a 6:10am departure from BFS to BCN.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from Belfast to BCN.
During high season, allow for longer queues and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Belfast International Airport (BFS) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Belfast to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) depart from this terminal.
You can travel on a direct flight from Belfast to Barcelona-El Prat Airport with easyJet. This popular carrier operates departures from BFS.
The majority of travellers prefer to book seats with easyJet from BFS to BCN.
Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Belfast, BFS can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 2 hours.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Belfast International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Belfast to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
67.55% of flights departing from Belfast International Airport make it to their destination on time.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Break up your flight from Belfast to Barcelona-El Prat Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick a new place off your list. Some popular stopovers between George Best Belfast City Airport and BCN include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
East Midlands Airport (EMA)
You can get to BHD from central Belfast in approximately 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport takes roughly 20 minutes to travel the 8 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Belfast to BCN flight? Unwind in a hotel near George Best Belfast City Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, George Best Belfast City Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 68.3%.
About Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Belfast to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near BCN instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Barcelona-El Prat Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Nizacars Rent A Car and chase adventure across Barcelona and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Belfast to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
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 cab will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
It typically takes 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Belfast to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is ر.ق. 140. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ر.ق. 384. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
To snag cheap flights from Belfast to BCN, book your ticket five months before your departure date.
October is when you're most likely to find a good deal on a Belfast to Barcelona-El Prat Airport ticket. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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The best time to fly from Belfast to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
July is the busiest month for flights from Belfast to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN). Plan your visit to Barcelona in February for a more low-key escape.
Before locking in your Belfast to BCN flight ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Barcelona, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 31ºC.
January has temperatures of between 5ºC and 14ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Belfast to Barcelona-El Prat Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Barcelona
After booking your flight from Belfast to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Barcelona:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to work out where to begin. Sagrada Familia, Vinalium Sagrada Familia and Placa de la Sagrada Familia are popular attractions which should be on every Barcelona itinerary.
Explore more of Spain
You've done Barcelona, now it's time to explore other corners of Spain. Travel about 241 kilometres west to Zaragoza to check off its must-visit sights. From Plaza España to Plaza del Pilar and La Seo del Salvador, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 274 kilometres south of Barcelona, Ibiza is another essential stop in Spain. Experience major highlights starting with Platja d'en Bossa, Blue Ocean Ibiza and Playa de Ses Salines.
