Flying from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Barcelona Airport (BCN): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Bristol Airport to Barcelona Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 10 minutes.
Barcelona's timezone is UTC+1, making Barcelona one hour ahead of Bristol.
Flights from BRS to BCN start from 06:00 — the first with easyJet. The latest departure is at 21:55 with Ryanair. Overall, there are 16 weekly Bristol Airport to Barcelona Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your BRS to BCN flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like September, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
EasyJet is your ticket to exploring Barcelona (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Spain!). Check out the direct flights from Bristol Airport to Barcelona Airport offered by this popular airline.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with easyJet on this route.
EasyJet tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for BRS to BCN flights, with 88.0% of services reaching their destination on schedule.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Bristol Airport to Barcelona Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between BRS and BCN:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Paris Orly Airport
Palma - Majorca Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Barcelona Airport (BCN)
At the moment, $40 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Bristol Airport to Barcelona Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $80. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 11 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 tickets from BRS to BCN.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Bristol Airport to Barcelona Airport. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from BRS to BCN by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Bristol Airport to Barcelona Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Bristol Airport (BRS)
Bristol Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from BRS make it to their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
Central Bristol to Bristol Airport is around 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
You can expect a trip time of around 35 minutes on public transport.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near BRS. Whether you're catching an early flight from Bristol Airport to Barcelona Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Barcelona Airport (BCN)
Book a hotel close to BCN if you're taking a late Bristol Airport to Barcelona Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Barcelona Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Nizacars Rent A Car and explore beyond Barcelona's main sights.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Barcelona Airport about four weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Barcelona Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
Barcelona Airport to central Barcelona has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Barcelona Airport (BCN)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Bristol Airport to Barcelona Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Barcelona. If you like a quieter vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Bristol Airport to Barcelona Airport for August if you want to visit Barcelona during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC and 31ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from BRS to BCN in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 5ºC and 14ºC on average.
Explore more of Spain
Barcelona has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Spain just waiting to be explored. About 257 kilometres west of Barcelona, a visit to Zaragoza will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Plaza del Pilar, La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar.
Logroño is another standout destination in Spain and is around 402 kilometres west of Barcelona. No trip is complete without experiencing Bodegas Faustino, Bodegas Campo Viejo and Bodegas Valoria.