Travelling from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for around 2 hours 23 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Vienna International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Vienna and Barcelona share the same timezone (UTC+1).
Every week, there are 111 flights from Vienna International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. The first flight from VIE to BCN is at 06:05 and the last is at 23:15.
Travelling during a popular month such as June? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Austrian is your gateway to exploring Barcelona (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Spain!). Browse the direct flights from Vienna International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport offered by this popular airline.
Before organising your cheap ticket from VIE to BCN, check whether you need a visa to enter Spain. Visa and travel document requirements may differ and are updated often. For the latest information, get in touch with the nearest consulate or embassy of your destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Vienna International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is $41. The cheapest price for a return flight is $100. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Book 10 months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap flight tickets from VIE to BCN.
Organise your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Vienna International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
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Handy information about Vienna International Airport (VIE)
The journey from central Vienna to Vienna International Airport takes around 58 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 31 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
After a stress-free start to your break? Stay near VIE. Whether you're on an early flight from Vienna International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Vienna International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options 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 taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 33 minutes.
When to fly to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
July is the busiest month for flights from Vienna International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Barcelona in February.
The warmest month in Barcelona is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 31ºC. Book your flights from Vienna International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap flight tickets from VIE to BCN in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC and 14ºC on average.
More about Barcelona
After booking your flights from VIE to BCN, you'll need to find a place to stay in Barcelona. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this exciting city:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Sagrada Familia, Park Guell and La Rambla de Canaletes are must-have experiences during your Barcelona visit.
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 somewhere to stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Barcelona.