Travelling from Bournemouth Airport (BOH) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): what you need to know
Barcelona's timezone is UTC+1, making Barcelona one hour ahead of Bournemouth.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to board your BOH to BCN flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as May? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Bournemouth Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Here are the top stopovers between BOH and BCN:
Menorca Airport
Geneve Airport
Alicante-Elche Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bournemouth Airport (BOH) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Bournemouth Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight is ج.م. 2,503. A round-trip fare right now is ج.م. 5,546. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from BOH to BCN. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Bournemouth Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport across every month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from BOH to BCN.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Bournemouth Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Bournemouth Airport (BOH)
When it comes to Bournemouth Airport's on-time performance, 76.27% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Bournemouth Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Bournemouth. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of about 45 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Bournemouth Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to BOH:
Arriving at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
If you're coming in on a late Bournemouth Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these options near BCN:
Explore without limits with a Barcelona-El Prat Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Nizacars Rent A Car and experience more of Barcelona and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Barcelona-El Prat Airport about four weeks in advance.
Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
Barcelona-El Prat Airport to central Barcelona has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
It takes around 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Bournemouth Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Barcelona. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
When booking your flight from Bournemouth Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Barcelona, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 31ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BOH 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 explored after you've experienced 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.
