Travelling from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Vancouver: what you need to know
Barcelona-El Prat Airport is located in Barcelona. Based in the UTC-7 timezone, Vancouver is eight hours behind Barcelona.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your BCN to Vancouver flight.
Travelling during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from BCN to Vancouver with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Calgary International Airport (YYC)
Located around 13 kilometres from central Barcelona, BCN can be reached in about 25 minutes by car. The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near BCN. Whether you're catching an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Vancouver or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels put convenience first:
When it comes to Barcelona-El Prat Airport's on-time performance, data shows 79.12% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Vancouver
195 € is currently the best price for a one-way Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Vancouver flight. Return plane tickets start at 420 €. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
To find cheap flights from BCN to Vancouver, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
Scoring cheap tickets from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Vancouver is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to access the lowest fares across every month and bag a fantastic deal.
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Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to the centre of Vancouver takes around 25 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
It takes around 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Vancouver, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near YVR:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Vancouver International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and explore beyond Vancouver's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle from Vancouver International Airport about one week ahead of your flight from BCN to Vancouver can help you get the lowest rate.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) is roughly 2 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver. Following your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Vancouver, it'll take you around 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 15 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near CXH. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your BCN to Vancouver flight:
Get the vehicle you actually want, not just what's left, by reserving your ride from CXH ahead of your arrival. You can also avoid last-minute price hikes, especially when the airport is busy.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
Abbotsford Airport (YXX) is about 64 kilometres from central Vancouver. It takes about 1 hour to get to the city centre by car after your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Vancouver.
Public transport will get you there in roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Find a hotel close to YXX and go from landing to lounging in your room in a flash. Whether you have a late BCN to Vancouver flight or just want to simplify your travel plans, these stays will have you settling in quickly:
Begin your journey without stressing over how to get to your next stop with an Abbotsford Airport rental car. Book your wheels with reliable names here like Hertz, Thrifty and Enterprise.
Around one week ahead of your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Vancouver is a good time to secure your ride from YXX. You're more likely to land a better deal or even snap up an early bird discount.
Best time to go to Vancouver
Before locking in your flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Vancouver, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Vancouver offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of activities, while low season means you'll get cheaper hotel deals and fewer crowds.
Book a Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Vancouver plane ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from BCN to Vancouver in December if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
More about Vancouver
Once you've booked your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Vancouver, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Vancouver:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Granville Island, Stanley Park and Science World are must-visits when exploring Vancouver.
Explore more of Canada
Vancouver is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Canada waiting to be explored. About 274 kilometres east of Vancouver, a visit to Kelowna will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Kasugai Japanese Garden, Waterfront Park and Mary Ann Collinson Memorial Park.
Around 257 kilometres north-east of Vancouver, Kamloops is another essential stop in Canada. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Riverside Park, Kamloops Art Gallery and BIG Little Science Centre.