Flying from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Samarkand Airport (SKD): what you need to know
Samarkand is four hours ahead of Barcelona and follows the UTC+5 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your BCN to SKD flight.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Break up your flight or explore another city along the way with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Samarkand Airport. Many travellers pass through Istanbul Ataturk Airport when flying between BCN and SKD.
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Samarkand Airport (SKD)
At the moment, 225 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Samarkand Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 459 €. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BCN to SKD if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Samarkand Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from BCN to SKD by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Samarkand Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Of all flights leaving Barcelona-El Prat Airport, 79.12% land on schedule at their destination.
Barcelona-El Prat Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Barcelona. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of roughly 35 minutes on public transport.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near BCN. Whether you've booked an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Samarkand Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Samarkand Airport (SKD)
If you have a late Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Samarkand Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these options near SKD:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Samarkand Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Sixt or Keddy By Europcar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Samarkand and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Samarkand Airport around one week in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Samarkand Airport (SKD) to central Samarkand
From Samarkand Airport, Samarkand is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Samarkand Airport (SKD)
The quietest month for a flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Samarkand Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Samarkand based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Samarkand Airport for July if you want to go to Samarkand during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from BCN to SKD in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -11ºC (12ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
Explore more of Uzbekistan
You've visited Samarkand, now it's time to explore other corners of Uzbekistan. Travel around 274 kilometres north-east to Tashkent to tick off its top attractions. From Chorsu Bazaar to Amir Timur Museum and Tashkent TV tower, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Namangan is another well-known destination in Uzbekistan and is around 418 kilometres east of Samarkand. No journey is complete without seeing Hamza kalsavoy, Afsonalar vodiysi and Ola Buka.