Flying from Brussels to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): What you need to know
Brussels is home to a couple of airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Brussels to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) taking off from Brussels Airport (BRU) or Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL).
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 5 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct Brussels to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight.
Barcelona (where Barcelona-El Prat Airport is located) and Brussels share the UTC+1 timezone. With no time difference, coordinating plans between the cities is hassle-free.
Brussels Airport (BRU) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) is the most popular route. There are 58 direct departures a week to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, take the last flight with Vueling at 10:25pm. Choose the first BRU to BCN departure operated by Brussels Airlines at 7am if you want to get going earlier.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from Brussels to BCN.
In peak travel periods, allow for longer wait times and get there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Brussels Airport (BRU) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Brussels to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) take off from this terminal.
Choose from a variety of carriers that operate direct flights from Brussels to Barcelona-El Prat Airport leaving from BRU. Head off on your trip with any of these:
The preferred airline for passengers flying between BRU and BCN is Vueling.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrival rate on this route is Brussels Airlines.
The journey from central Brussels to BRU takes about 40 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near Brussels Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Brussels to Barcelona-El Prat Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
71.97% of flights departing from Brussels Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
You can book a direct Brussels to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) flight ticket out of Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL). Work out whether leaving from CRL works best for your plans.
Ryanair has direct flights from Brussels to BCN out of CRL. Book your favourite window seat and arrive at your destination without any detours.
Ryanair is the top choice for passengers flying from CRL to BCN.
Ryanair is rated the most punctual carrier operating flights between Brussels S. Charleroi Airport and Barcelona-El Prat Airport.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Brussels to CRL in about 1 hour 35 minutes. The terminal is roughly 56 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 55 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Brussels to BCN flight? Check in to a hotel near Brussels S. Charleroi Airport before your break officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Brussels S. Charleroi Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 71.71%.
About Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Book a hotel near BCN if you have a late flight from Brussels to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Barcelona-El Prat Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Nizacars Rent A Car and find adventure across Barcelona and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Brussels to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight.
Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
Barcelona-El Prat Airport to central Barcelona is about 13 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, plan in advance to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary based on traffic and the time of day.
It takes roughly 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
ج.م. 878 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Brussels to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Return flights start at ج.م. 1,990. These fares may change based on demand.
To find cheap flights from Brussels to BCN, book early. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
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The best time to fly from Brussels to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
July is the most popular month for flights from Brussels to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN). Plan your visit to Barcelona in February if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
Before locking in your Brussels to BCN flight ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Barcelona, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 31ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Brussels to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC and 14ºC.
More about Barcelona
After booking your flight from Brussels to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Barcelona:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to work out where to begin. Sagrada Familia, Vinalium Sagrada Familia and Placa de la Sagrada Familia are highlights which should be on every Barcelona itinerary.
Explore more of Spain
Zaragoza is just one of the many cities in Spain waiting to be explored once you've seen Barcelona. Around 241 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include Plaza España, Plaza del Pilar and La Seo del Salvador.
If there's time to check out another side of Spain, consider Ibiza, roughly 274 kilometres south of Barcelona. Platja d'en Bossa, Blue Ocean Ibiza and Playa de Ses Salines are among its highlights.
