Travelling from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): what you need to know
A direct flight from Brussels Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport takes 2 hours 3 minutes, on average. Barcelona's timezone is UTC+1 — the same as Brussels.
There are 72 flights from Brussels Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport weekly. Choose the 05:45 flight if you want to leave as soon as possible. If you're keen to get the most out of your day, the latest flight from BRU to BCN is 22:25.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Getting to Barcelona (and exploring more of Spain!) is a breeze with Brussels Airlines. This popular carrier runs direct flights from Brussels Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport.
We make it a piece of cake to get a flight with a stopover. To look at your options for flights from Brussels Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between BRU and BCN are:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Geneve Airport
Zurich Airport
Remember, you might need a visa to enter Spain. Visa regulations can differ and travel documentation requirements often change. Before reserving your cheap ticket from BRU to BCN, be sure to check with your carrier and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for current information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Brussels Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is $38. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $76. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book 9 months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap flight tickets from BRU to BCN.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Brussels Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from BRU to BCN. There's no need to check back in every day to see if airfares have dropped. We'll update you as soon as there's a change in price.
Use filters to tailor your flights from Brussels Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Simply enter your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
Handy information about Brussels Airport (BRU)
Brussels Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Brussels. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 21 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 39 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near BRU? If you're on an early flight from Brussels Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
If you have a late flight from Brussels Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near BCN:
Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
From Barcelona-El Prat Airport, Barcelona is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 24 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 33 minutes.
When to fly to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
July is the busiest month for flights from Brussels Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Barcelona in February.
When booking your flight from Brussels Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Barcelona, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 31ºC.
Look for cheap flight tickets from BRU 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
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Barcelona right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from BRU to BCN:
Sagrada Familia and Park Guell are just a couple of the big attractions to put on your Barcelona to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at La Rambla de Canaletes.
Complete your Barcelona trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked your cheap ticket to Barcelona-El Prat Airport — now it's time to find a great place to stay, and maybe even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Barcelona.