Travelling from Barcelona Airport (BCN) to Granada Airport (GRX): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Barcelona Airport to Granada Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 35 minutes.
Granada's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Barcelona.
Flights from BCN to GRX start at 07:05 — the first with Vueling. The last service of the day is at 20:35 with Vueling. Overall, you can choose from 30 weekly Barcelona Airport to Granada Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your BCN to GRX flight.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Vueling has direct flights from Barcelona Airport to Granada Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Granada — and maybe even more of Spain if your schedule allows.
Most passengers choose to fly with Vueling on this route.
Vueling is the most punctual carrier that operates BCN to GRX flights. A reliable 87.35% of its departures on this route land on time.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Barcelona Airport to Granada Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between BCN and GRX:
Madrid Airport
Palma - Majorca Airport
Santander Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona Airport (BCN) to Granada Airport (GRX)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Barcelona Airport to Granada Airport flight is ج.م. 1,267. A round-trip fare is currently ج.م. 2,813. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To secure cheap tickets from BCN to GRX, reserve your trip one month before your planned departure.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Barcelona Airport to Granada Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from BCN to GRX.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Barcelona Airport to Granada Airport.
Handy information about Barcelona Airport (BCN)
Barcelona Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 80% of flights that take off from BCN reach their destination without delay.
Central Barcelona to Barcelona Airport is approximately 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a journey time of about 30 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel close to BCN? If you're catching an early flight from Barcelona Airport to Granada Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Granada Airport (GRX)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Barcelona Airport to Granada Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near GRX instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Granada Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Goldcar, Alamo or OK Mobility and chase adventure across Granada and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Granada Airport about one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from Granada Airport (GRX) to central Granada
From Granada Airport, Granada is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It takes roughly 40 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Granada Airport (GRX)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Barcelona Airport to Granada Airport. December is the most popular month to head to Granada. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in August.
Before locking in your flight from Barcelona Airport to Granada Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Granada, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC to 30ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from BCN to GRX in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC and 11ºC on average.
Explore more of Spain
You've visited Granada, now it's time to explore other parts of Spain. Travel about 451 kilometres north to Salamanca to check off its top attractions. From Catedral de Salamanca to Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in Spain, consider Ceuta, about 209 kilometres south-west of Granada. Banos Arabes, Royal Walls and Fortaleza del Monte Hac are among its highlights.
