Travelling from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): what you need to know
The timezone in Barcelona is UTC+1, which is eight hours 30 minutes behind Darwin.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to board your DRW to BCN flight.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Darwin International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Many passengers pass through Changi International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
$1,279 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Darwin International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight. Return flights start at $1,932. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from DRW to BCN, book early. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Darwin International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from DRW to BCN by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Darwin International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Darwin International Airport (DRW)
When it comes to Darwin International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 73.13% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Darwin International Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Darwin. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near DRW. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Darwin International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
If you're coming in on a late Darwin International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these hotels near BCN:
Grab a Barcelona-El Prat Airport rental car and discover Barcelona and beyond with your own wheels. Record Go, Goldcar and Nizacars Rent A Car are popular outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Barcelona-El Prat Airport about four weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
Barcelona-El Prat Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from central Barcelona. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Darwin International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Barcelona. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
Lock in your flight from Darwin International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport for August if you'd like to explore Barcelona during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC and 31ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DRW to BCN in January. Temperatures average between 5ºC and 14ºC then.
Explore more of Spain
Zaragoza is just one of the many cities in Spain waiting to be explored after you've seen Barcelona. Around 257 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
Around 402 kilometres west of Barcelona, Logroño is another favourite stop in Spain. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Concatedral de Santa Maria de la Redonda, Museo de la Rioja and Iglesia de Santiago el Real.