Travelling from Paderborn Lippstadt Airport (PAD) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): what you need to know
Paderborn and Barcelona are both in the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't need to account for any time differences.
To ensure you get on your PAD to BCN flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Paderborn Lippstadt Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between PAD and BCN include:
Palma de Mallorca Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Malaga Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Paderborn Lippstadt Airport (PAD) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Paderborn Lippstadt Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight is 68 €. A return fare is currently 180 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from PAD to BCN, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price in each month when looking for your flight from Paderborn Lippstadt Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from PAD to BCN.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Paderborn Lippstadt Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport.
Handy information about Paderborn Lippstadt Airport (PAD)
Paderborn Lippstadt Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 82.86% of flights that take off from PAD arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Central Paderborn to Paderborn Lippstadt Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
You can expect a trip time of about 35 minutes when using public transport.
Got an early flight from Paderborn Lippstadt Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport? Stay somewhere close to PAD, such as AiREA Hotel. Airport Hotel Paderborn will also put you moments from the terminal.
Arriving at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Paderborn Lippstadt Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BCN instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Barcelona-El Prat Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Nizacars Rent A Car and see more of Barcelona and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Barcelona-El Prat Airport around four weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
From Barcelona-El Prat Airport, Barcelona is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
July is the most popular month for flights from Paderborn Lippstadt Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Barcelona in January.
When booking your flight from Paderborn Lippstadt Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Barcelona, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Search for cheap tickets from PAD to BCN around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Spain
Zaragoza is just one of the many cities in Spain waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Barcelona. Around 257 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
Around 402 kilometres west of Barcelona, Logroño is another favourite stop in Spain. No visit is complete without checking out Concatedral de Santa Maria de la Redonda, Museo de la Rioja and Iglesia de Santiago el Real.