Flying from Barcelona Airport (BCN) to Split Airport (SPU): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Barcelona Airport to Split Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 5 minutes.
Split's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Barcelona.
Every week, there are six Barcelona Airport to Split Airport flights. To get going as soon as possible, pick the 06:00 Vueling flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 22:05 with Vueling.
Leave plenty of time to catch your BCN to SPU flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Vueling is your ticket to exploring Split (and perhaps some other great parts of Croatia!). Check out the direct flights from Barcelona Airport to Split Airport offered by this popular airline.
Most passengers choose to travel with Vueling on this route.
Vueling is the most punctual carrier that operates BCN to SPU flights. An exceptional 83.33% of its services on this route arrive without delay.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Barcelona Airport to Split Airport. These are the top stopovers between BCN and SPU:
Rome Fiumicino Airport
Munich Airport
Vienna Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona Airport (BCN) to Split Airport (SPU)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Barcelona Airport to Split Airport flight is $54. A return ticket is currently $127. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Book five months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from BCN to SPU.
The cheapest month for flights from Barcelona Airport to Split Airport is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
Save time searching for cheap flights from BCN to SPU by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Barcelona Airport to Split Airport.
Handy information about Barcelona Airport (BCN)
Barcelona Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 80% of flights that take off from BCN reach their destination on time.
Central Barcelona to Barcelona Airport is around 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Barcelona Airport to Split Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to BCN:
Arriving at Split Airport (SPU)
If you're getting in on a late Barcelona Airport to Split Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these options near SPU:
Pick up a Split Airport rental car and explore Split and beyond with your own wheels. AVIA Rent, Carwiz and united rent a car are popular providers you can book with here.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Split Airport about one week before your departure date.
When to fly to Split Airport (SPU)
Before booking your flights from Barcelona Airport to Split Airport, think about which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Split offers a vibrant atmosphere and lots to do, while the low season brings better hotel rates and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Split is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 31ºC. Book your flights from Barcelona Airport to Split Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BCN to SPU in January. Average temperatures are between 1ºC and 12ºC then.
Explore more of Croatia
Split is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Croatia waiting to be explored. About 257 kilometres north of Split, a visit to Zagreb will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Park Maksimir, Basilica of The Sacred Heart of Jesus and Zagreb Cathedral.
If you want to check out another great destination in Croatia, head for Rijeka, roughly 257 kilometres north-west of Split. Teatro Fenice, The St. Vitus Cathedral and Church of St. Nicholas are key highlights.