Flying from Tenerife to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): What you need to know
Begin planning your trip by looking up the best place to catch your flight from Tenerife to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN). Explore the options for taking off from Tenerife North Airport (TFN) or Tenerife South Airport (TFS), two of the city's main airports.
Jump on a direct Tenerife to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 20 minutes.
Barcelona-El Prat Airport is located in Barcelona. The city operates on the UTC+1 timezone and is one hour ahead of Tenerife.
Tenerife North Airport (TFN) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) is the most popular route. There are 35 direct weekly flights to pick from. If you prefer to head out later, hop on the last flight with Vueling at 10pm. Opt for the first TFN to BCN departure with Vueling at 7am if you're aiming for an earlier start.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Tenerife to BCN. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Airports in Tenerife
Tenerife North Airport (TFN)
You can find a direct flight from Tenerife to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) leaving from Tenerife North Airport (TFN).
You'll find a direct flight from Tenerife to Barcelona-El Prat Airport with Vueling. This top carrier offers services from TFN.
Most travellers prefer to book seats with Vuelings from TFN to BCN.
Vuelings is the most punctual carrier on this route, with 78.37% of its services arriving as planned.
Travelling from central Tenerife to TFN takes about 35 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Tenerife to Barcelona-El Prat Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near Tenerife North Airport:
71% of flights that depart Tenerife North Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
Think about kicking off your trip from Tenerife South Airport (TFS). You can book a direct Tenerife to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) plane ticket from this popular hub.
Ryanair has direct flights from Tenerife to BCN leaving from TFS. Book your favourite window seat and arrive at your destination without any detours.
On the TFS to BCN route, Ryanair is the top airline in terms of bookings.
Among the carriers operating flights between Tenerife South Airport and Barcelona-El Prat Airport, Ryanair has the best track record for timeliness.
You can reach TFS from central Tenerife in approximately 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Got an early start? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Tenerife South Airport the day before your Tenerife to BCN flight:
75% of flights out of Tenerife South Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
About Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Consider staying in a hotel near BCN if you have a late flight from Tenerife to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Choose one of these options and be in bed sooner:
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Tenerife to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight.
Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
Barcelona-El Prat Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Barcelona. The time it takes to get there by taxi or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tenerife to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tenerife to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is ج.م. 1,721. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ج.م. 3,892. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
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The best time to fly from Tenerife to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Tenerife to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN). June is when most people visit Barcelona. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, go in January.
The warmest month in Barcelona is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 31ºC. Book your Tenerife to BCN plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Look for cheap tickets from Tenerife 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
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Barcelona right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from Tenerife to Barcelona-El Prat Airport:
There are loads of things to do in Barcelona when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Make your way to Sagrada Familia followed by Museum of the Church of the Sagrada Familia and Park Guell.
Explore more of Spain
Barcelona will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Spain just waiting to be discovered. About 241 kilometres west of Barcelona, a trip to Zaragoza will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Plaza del Pilar, La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar.
If you're ready to explore another corner of Spain, head for Ibiza, about 274 kilometres south of Barcelona. Bossa Beach, Playa de Ses Salines and Eden Ibiza are key reasons to visit.
