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Find the cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick to Barcelona

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London Gatwick to Barcelona flights are currently cheapest in June.

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Compare routes from London Gatwick to Barcelona below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Barcelona.

London to Barcelona: Flight information

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Cheapest flight foundC$66
Cheapest month to flyFebruary
Average flight time2 hrs, 11 mins
Most popular airlineIberia
Average flights per week169

Finding cheap flights from London Gatwick to Barcelona: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from London Gatwick to Barcelona is C$66. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 11 minutes is the average flight time from London Gatwick to Barcelona.
Iberia, Vueling Airlines and British Airways fly direct from London Gatwick to Barcelona.
There are 172 flights per week flying from London Gatwick to Barcelona, as of May 2024.
The cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick to Barcelona is usually February.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Barcelona Airport on Wednesday, February 5, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 11 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Barcelona but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Barcelona is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Vueling Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Barcelona.

Choosing a Flight from London Gatwick to Barcelona

Many airlines fly direct from London Gatwick (LGW) to Barcelona (BCN). This is one of the most popular routes for European holidaymakers, which means fares are competitive and schedules are convenient. Major airlines like British Airways and Vueling serve this route, along with budget airlines such as easyJet. Skyscanner's month search tool can help you find the most affordable airfares from London Gatwick to Barcelona during any thirty day period.

Departures from London Gatwick Airport

London Gatwick Airport is about fifty kilometers south of London's city centre. Travelers can reach the airport by Gatwick Express train from Victoria Station, airport shuttle bus, taxi or car. Travelers should check in for their flight to Barcelona three hours before the scheduled departure, and will need to show a valid passport to board the flight. Flights to Barcelona depart from both of the airports terminals (North and South), so check the information boards to find your gate.

Arrivals in Barcelona

Barcelona's airport is officially known as Barcelona El Prat Airport. It is situated about fifteen kilometers southwest of the city center. Travelers arriving from London Gatwick will need to pass through Spanish immigration and customs before claiming their baggage in the arrivals hall. From here, it is recommended that you use one of the ATMs or currency exchange offices to obtain some euro, as Canadian dollars and British pounds are not widely accepted in Spain.

To reach the city center by train, the R2 Nord line is a more convenient option than the new metro link. It's also possible to take a dedicated airport shuttle bus or a regular city bus. For travelers hoping to explore Catalonia by car, there are several rental car offices at the Barcelona airport.

Destination Comparison

  • Barcelona is one hour ahead of London. When it is noon in Barcelona, it is 11:00 am in London.
  • The weather in Barcelona is warmer, sunnier and drier than the weather in London. While it never hurts to pack a small umbrella (especially during September and October), travelers don't need to bring heavy coats or warm boots.
  • Food, accommodation, transportation and entertainment are all much less expensive in Barcelona. For example, a one-zone trip on London's underground can cost as much as £5 ($8.75 CAD), a single trip on Barcelona's metro system is only €2 ($3 CAD).
  • Unlike the United Kingdom, Spain is a member of the Schengen Area. After arriving in Barcelona, travelers can continue on to twenty-six nearby countries without needing to pass through customs, immigration or other border controls.

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