Flying from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know
The timezone in Rio De Janeiro is UTC-3. The city is 4 hours behind Barcelona, where Barcelona-El Prat Airport is located.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from BCN to Rio De Janeiro. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
We make it a piece of cake to find a flight from BCN to Rio De Janeiro with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
You don't need a visa for Brazil if you have a passport from Spain and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can be subject to change. So before reserving your flight tickets from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Rio De Janeiro, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for up-to-date information.
BCN is around 18 kilometres from central Barcelona. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 24 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 33 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to BCN? If you're catching an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Rio De Janeiro, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Rio De Janeiro
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Rio De Janeiro is C$613. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,024. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from BCN to Rio De Janeiro. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the departure date.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Rio De Janeiro across the month. It's the best way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you from checking for cheap tickets from BCN to Rio De Janeiro every day.
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Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro is approximately 18 kilometres. It takes around 21 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 3 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
Book a hotel near GIG if you're catching a late flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Rio De Janeiro. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) is about 2 kilometres from the centre of Rio De Janeiro. Once you've disembarked your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Rio De Janeiro, it'll take you around 3 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can also travel using public transport, which typically takes 16 minutes.
After your flight from BCN to Rio De Janeiro, kick back at a hotel near SDU. These are some great options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Rio De Janeiro. July is the busiest month to visit Rio De Janeiro. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
Before you book a flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Rio De Janeiro, think about the type of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Rio De Janeiro, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC to 33ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from BCN to Rio De Janeiro in July when temperatures average between 17ºC and 27ºC.
More about Rio De Janeiro
Once you've booked your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Rio De Janeiro, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Rio De Janeiro:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain and Copacabana Beach are must-visits when exploring Rio De Janeiro.
Complete your Rio De Janeiro trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Rio De Janeiro and see the sights in your own time. Easily compare options in one place to find the perfect set of wheels once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Rio De Janeiro.