Travelling from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): what you need to know
A direct flight from Birmingham International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport takes an average of 2 hours 12 minutes. The timezone in Barcelona is UTC+1, which is 1 hour ahead of Birmingham.
There are 23 flights from Birmingham International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport every week. Catch the 06:00 flight if you want to set off as early as possible. If you'd like to make the most of your day before heading off, the last flight from BHX to BCN departs at 22:00.
Travelling during a peak time like June? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
A variety of airlines offer direct flights from Birmingham International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, so jetting to Barcelona (and then exploring more of Spain!) is easy. Popular carriers that travel between BHX and BCN include:
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for flights from Birmingham International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between BHX and BCN include:
Dusseldorf International Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
To see whether you need a visa to enter Spain, check with your carrier and the local consulate or embassy. They'll provide you with the latest information, including additional travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from BHX to BCN.
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is ₹ 2,314. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 4,075. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To get cheap flight tickets from BHX to BCN, book your journey 8 months ahead of the departure date.
April is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Birmingham International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. If you prefer to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Handy information about Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
Travelling from central Birmingham to Birmingham International Airport takes about 48 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 23 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a convenient hotel near BHX? If you've booked an early flight from Birmingham International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
If you have a late flight from Birmingham International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near BCN:
Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
Barcelona-El Prat Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from the centre of Barcelona. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 24 minutes.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 33 minutes.
When to fly to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Barcelona. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport for August if you want to visit Barcelona during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC and 31ºC.
Search for cheap flight tickets from BHX to BCN in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC and 14ºC on average.
More about Barcelona
If you're looking for somewhere to rest your head, you can find the best stays in Barcelona right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from BHX to BCN:
Sagrada Familia and Park Guell are just two of the leading attractions to add to your Barcelona itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to La Rambla de Canaletes.
Complete your Barcelona trip with hotels and a car rental
You've got your cheap ticket to Barcelona-El Prat Airport — next up is finding a great stay, and maybe even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Barcelona.