Flying from Reus Airport (REU) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): what you need to know
Barcelona's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Reus.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your REU to BCN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Flying during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Reus Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between REU and BCN include:
Palma de Mallorca Airport
Paris Orly Airport
London Luton Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Reus Airport (REU) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
52 € is the lowest price for a one-way Reus Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight. Return flights start from 136 €. These prices may change based on availability.
It's a good idea to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from REU to BCN. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when searching for a flight from Reus Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport.
Finding cheap flights from REU to BCN is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Reus Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport.
Handy information about Reus Airport (REU)
Central Reus to Reus Airport is approximately 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The trip on public transport usually takes 1 hour 5 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Reus Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near REU:
Arriving at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Reus Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BCN instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Barcelona-El Prat Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Nizacars Rent A Car and experience the lesser-explored corners of Barcelona and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Barcelona-El Prat Airport about four weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
Barcelona-El Prat Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from central Barcelona. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
July is the busiest month for flights from Reus Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Barcelona in January.
The warmest month in Barcelona is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your flights from Reus Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from REU to BCN in January. Temperatures average between 5ºC (41ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.
Explore more of Spain
You've seen Barcelona, now it's time to explore other corners of Spain. Journey about 257 kilometres west to Zaragoza to tick off its top attractions. From Puente de Piedra to Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Spain, consider Logroño, roughly 402 kilometres west of Barcelona. Concatedral de Santa Maria de la Redonda, Museo de la Rioja and Iglesia de Santiago el Real are key highlights.