Flying from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 4 hours 19 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Reykjavik.
Reykjavik is 1 hour behind Barcelona, where Barcelona-El Prat Airport is located. Reykjavik operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
With 6 flights a week between the two airports, Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is the most popular route. Icelandair operates the earliest flight at 11:45. If you prefer to make the most of your day before leaving, the latest flight from BCN to KEF is with Fly Play at 22:40.
To ensure you get on your flight from BCN to Reykjavik, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You can catch a direct flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Reykjavik that arrives at Keflavik International Airport (KEF).
You'll have your choice of airlines that operate direct flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Reykjavik. Book your ticket with one of these:
We make it a piece of cake to plan a flight from BCN to Reykjavik with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
You won't need a visa for Iceland if you have a passport from Spain and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements are subject to change. So before booking your cheap tickets from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Reykjavik, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.
BCN is around 18 kilometres from central Barcelona. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 24 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 33 minutes.
Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near BCN. Whether you have an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Reykjavik or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Reykjavik
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Reykjavik is $89. The cheapest price for a return flight is $250. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from BCN to Reykjavik, reserve your trip 9 months before your departure.
The cheapest month for tickets from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Reykjavik is May. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the best deal.
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Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik is approximately 48 kilometres. It takes about 49 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour and 13 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Reykjavik. Stay at one of these accommodation options near KEF instead:
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
Once your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Reykjavik has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in around 6 minutes by car. Central Reykjavik is roughly 2 kilometres from Reykjavik International Airport (RKV).
Travelling by public transport will take approximately 23 minutes.
After your flight from BCN to Reykjavik, settle in at a hotel close to RKV. These are some great options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Reykjavik
July is the busiest month for flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Reykjavik. To escape the crowds, head to Reykjavik in February when things are quieter.
Book your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Reykjavik for July to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 8ºC to 15ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from BCN to Reykjavik in December when temperatures average between -6ºC and 4ºC.
More about Reykjavik
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Reykjavik right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Reykjavik:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Hallgrimskirkja silhouette, Perlan and National Museum of Iceland are attractions you won't want to skip in Reykjavik.
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