Flying from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Barcelona Airport (BCN): what you need to know
Barcelona's timezone is UTC+1, making Barcelona one hour ahead of Aberdeen.
Leave enough time to make your ABZ to BCN flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like September? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Aberdeen Airport to Barcelona Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some great stopovers between ABZ and BCN include:
London Heathrow Airport
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
London Gatwick Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Barcelona Airport (BCN)
ج.م. 3,163 is currently the best price for a one-way Aberdeen Airport to Barcelona Airport flight. A return flight starts from ج.م. 6,331. These fares can change depending on demand.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from ABZ to BCN. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when looking for a flight from Aberdeen Airport to Barcelona Airport.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from ABZ to BCN by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Aberdeen Airport to Barcelona Airport.
Handy information about Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)
Aberdeen Airport maintains a strong on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from ABZ make it to their destination as scheduled 81% of the time.
Aberdeen Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Aberdeen. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes when using public transport.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near ABZ. Whether you're catching an early flight from Aberdeen Airport to Barcelona Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Barcelona Airport (BCN)
Consider staying in a hotel close to BCN if you're catching a late Aberdeen Airport to Barcelona Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Go where the road takes you with a Barcelona Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Nizacars Rent A Car and experience more of Barcelona and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Barcelona Airport around four weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Barcelona Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
Barcelona Airport to the centre of Barcelona has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
It typically takes 30 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Barcelona Airport (BCN)
The quietest month for a flight from Aberdeen Airport to Barcelona Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Barcelona based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Aberdeen Airport to Barcelona Airport for August if you'd like to visit Barcelona during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC and 31ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from ABZ to BCN in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC and 14ºC on average.
Explore more of Spain
You've done Barcelona, now it's time to explore more of Spain. Travel around 257 kilometres west to Zaragoza to check off its leading sights. From Plaza del Pilar to La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Logroño is another standout destination in Spain and is around 402 kilometres west of Barcelona. No trip is complete without experiencing Bodegas Faustino, Bodegas Campo Viejo and Bodegas Valoria.