Flying from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Valencia Airport (VLC): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Valencia Airport is 1 hour.
Valencia's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Barcelona.
Flights from BCN to VLC start at 15:30 — the first with Iberia. The latest departure is at 22:40 with Iberia. In total, you can choose from 27 weekly Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Valencia Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your BCN to VLC flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Travelling to Valencia (and then seeing more of Spain!) is easy with Iberia. This popular airline offers direct flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Valencia Airport.
Iberia is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
Among carriers operating BCN to VLC flights, Iberia has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Valencia Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between BCN and VLC:
Palma de Mallorca Airport
Ibiza Airport
Menorca Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Valencia Airport (VLC)
Right now, $45 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Valencia Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $100. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To get cheap tickets from BCN to VLC, book your trip seven months ahead of your departure date.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Valencia Airport. If you prefer to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Handy information about Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Barcelona-El Prat Airport, data shows 79.12% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To get to Barcelona-El Prat Airport from central Barcelona, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Valencia Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near BCN:
Arriving at Valencia Airport (VLC)
If you're landing on a late Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Valencia Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these options near VLC:
Pick up a Valencia Airport rental car and explore Valencia and beyond with your own set of wheels. Goldcar, Record Go and Click and Rent are leading providers you can book with here.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Valencia Airport about three weeks before you travel.
Getting from Valencia Airport (VLC) to central Valencia
From Valencia Airport, Valencia is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour 35 minutes.
When to fly to Valencia Airport (VLC)
The quietest month for a flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Valencia Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Valencia based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Valencia Airport for July if you want to go to Valencia during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC and 33ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BCN to VLC in January. Average temperatures are between 5ºC and 17ºC then.
Explore more of Spain
Zaragoza is just one of the many cities in Spain waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Valencia. Around 241 kilometres away to the north, its best attractions include Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
Salamanca is another essential stop in Spain and is around 483 kilometres west of Valencia. No trip is complete without a visit to Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca.