Travelling from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is 3 hours 20 minutes.
Barcelona's timezone is UTC+1, making Barcelona one hour behind Bucharest.
Every week, there are 32 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights. If you'd like to take off as early as possible, go for the 06:05 Wizz Air Malta flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 18:15 with Wizz Air Malta.
To ensure you get on your OTP to BCN flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Flying into Barcelona (and then seeing more of Spain!) is a cinch with Wizz Air Malta. This popular carrier has direct flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Wizz Air Malta.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between OTP and BCN include:
Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport
Vienna International Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
At the moment, ج.م. 2,231 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is ج.م. 4,124. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Book six months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from OTP to BCN.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from OTP to BCN by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport.
Handy information about Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Of the flights that depart from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, 71.27% touch down on time at their destination.
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is around 21 kilometres from central Bucharest. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 35 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near OTP:
Arriving at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Consider staying in a hotel near BCN if you're catching a late Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Barcelona-El Prat Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Nizacars Rent A Car and discover more of Barcelona and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Barcelona-El Prat Airport around four weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
Barcelona-El Prat Airport to the centre of Barcelona has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Barcelona. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in January.
Book your flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport for August if you want to explore Barcelona during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC and 31ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from OTP to BCN in January. Average temperatures are between 5ºC and 14ºC then.
Explore more of Spain
Zaragoza is just one of the many cities in Spain waiting to be discovered once you've seen Barcelona. Around 257 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
Around 402 kilometres west of Barcelona, Logroño is another essential 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.
