Flying from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): what you need to know
On average, direct flights from Frankfurt Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport take 2 hours 5 minutes. Barcelona and Frankfurt are in the same timezone (UTC+1), meaning you won't have to adjust your watch after you arrive.
Every week, there are 71 flights from Frankfurt Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. To be on board early, jump on the 05:50 Lufthansa flight. If you're keen to make the most of your day before flying, the last flight from FRA to BCN is 21:00 with Lufthansa.
Travelling during a popular month such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Lufthansa is your ticket to exploring Barcelona (and perhaps some other great parts of Spain!). Browse the direct flights from Frankfurt Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport offered by this popular airline.
If you'd like to break up your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, think about adding a stopover. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to find a city that catches your eye. Popular stopovers on the FRA - BCN route are:
EuroAirport Swiss
Geneve Airport
Palma de Mallorca Airport
Don't forget, you might need a visa to enter Spain. Visa regulations can vary and travel documentation requirements change often. Before reserving your cheap ticket from FRA to BCN, check with your carrier and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is Rs20,296. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs34,773. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap flights from FRA to BCN, reserve your trip 10 months before the departure date.
June is the cheapest month for tickets from Frankfurt Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. If you want to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
Getting a cheap ticket from FRA to BCN is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when the price has dropped.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Frankfurt Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport.
Handy information about Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Travelling from central Frankfurt to Frankfurt Airport takes around 37 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or hail a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 21 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Need a convenient hotel close to FRA? If you're catching an early flight from Frankfurt Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
If you have a late flight from Frankfurt Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near BCN:
Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
Barcelona-El Prat Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from central Barcelona. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 24 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 33 minutes.
When to fly to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The quietest month for a flight from Frankfurt Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Barcelona based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Barcelona is August, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC and 31ºC. Book your flights from Frankfurt Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from FRA to BCN in January. Average temperatures are between 5ºC and 14ºC then.
More about Barcelona
After booking your flights from FRA to BCN, you'll want to find a place to stay in Barcelona. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this city:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Sagrada Familia, Park Guell and La Rambla de Canaletes are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned Barcelona itinerary.
Complete your Barcelona trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked your cheap ticket to Barcelona-El Prat Airport — next up is finding a great stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Barcelona.
