Travelling from Bucharest to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): what you need to know
Planning your vacation begins with figuring out where you'll leave from in Bucharest. Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Bucharest to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) departing from here.
Around 3 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Bucharest to Barcelona-El Prat Airport.
Barcelona is 1 hour behind Bucharest. Barcelona-El Prat Airport is located in Barcelona, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
With 32 direct flights a week between the two airports, Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) is the most popular route. Wizz Air Malta operates the earliest flight at 06:05. If you'd like to get more out of your day before taking off, the latest departure from OTP to BCN is with Wizz Air Malta at 18:15.
Your flight from Bucharest to BCN won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and as much as four hours for international flights. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
You can find a direct flight from Bucharest to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) departing from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP).
Wizz Air Malta is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Bucharest to Barcelona-El Prat Airport jetting out of OTP.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from Bucharest to BCN. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
OTP is about 21 kilometres from central Bucharest. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 34 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour and 36 minutes.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Bucharest to Barcelona-El Prat Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
About Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Consider staying in a hotel close to BCN if you have a late flight from Bucharest to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
Barcelona-El Prat Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from the centre of Barcelona. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 24 minutes.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 33 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
For a one-way ticket from Bucharest to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, C$53 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip starting from C$111. These are the lowest fares right now and may vary based on availability.
Get flight tickets from Bucharest to BCN by booking 8 months ahead. According to flight price data, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Bucharest to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices across every month.
Create a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll be the first to know when fares go down. Timing is key when finding flight tickets from Bucharest to BCN.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Bucharest to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
The best time to fly from Bucharest to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
February is the quietest time of year to fly to Barcelona. Alternatively, join the crowds and take off in July. This is the most popular month for flights from Bucharest to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for Barcelona. August is known as the warmest month. Book your flights from Bucharest to BCN during then and you can expect temperatures of between 20ºC and 31ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Bucharest to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in January when temperatures average between 5ºC and 14ºC.
More about Barcelona
Once you've booked your flight from Bucharest to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Barcelona:
Sagrada Familia and Park Guell are just the start of the leading attractions to put on your Barcelona must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at La Rambla de Canaletes.
Complete your Barcelona trip with a car rental
After you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Bucharest to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, your next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Barcelona. Check out the exclusive deals and instantly compare options on price, fuel policies, and more.