Travelling from Sao Paulo to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll board your flight from Sao Paulo to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN). Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) and Viracopos Airport (VCP) are the main airports in Sao Paulo.
The average duration of a direct flight from Sao Paulo to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is 10 hours 24 minutes.
Barcelona is 4 hours ahead of Sao Paulo. Barcelona-El Prat Airport is located in Barcelona, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) is the most popular route. There are 4 direct departures a week to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, take the last flight with LATAM Airlines at 18:05. Go for the first GRU to BCN departure with LATAM Airlines at 18:00 if you want to get going earlier.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to board your flight from Sao Paulo to BCN.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or find something to eat.
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Take off and land with no stops from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU). Nonstop flights from Sao Paulo to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) operate from here.
You'll find a direct flight from Sao Paulo to Barcelona-El Prat Airport with LATAM Airlines. This popular airline offers services from GRU.
We make it a cinch to find a flight from Sao Paulo to BCN that includes a stopover. To see all your options departing from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Major stopovers between GRU and BCN include:
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
The distance from central Sao Paulo to GRU is roughly 26 kilometres. Use travel apps like Google Maps for the best way to get there, whether that's in your own car or with public transport.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Sao Paulo to Barcelona-El Prat Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Want more options for a direct flight from Sao Paulo to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)? Browse the fares leaving from Viracopos Airport (VCP).
From VCP, direct flights from Sao Paulo to BCN can be booked with LATAM Airlines.
Split up your flight from Sao Paulo to Barcelona-El Prat Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick a new place off your list. Some top stopovers between Viracopos Airport and BCN include:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
VCP is about 97 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. It'll take you 1 hour and 16 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 3 hours and 25 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Sao Paulo to BCN, take it easy in one of these hotels close to Viracopos Airport:
About Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Sao Paulo to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting 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 the centre of Barcelona. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 24 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 33 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is 284 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 550 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 2 months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from Sao Paulo to BCN.
You'll snag the biggest savings on your tickets from Sao Paulo to Barcelona-El Prat Airport if you travel in November. Go one step further and use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest day to fly out.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified straight away if the price has dropped. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you from looking for a cheap ticket from Sao Paulo to BCN every day.
Make the most of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sao Paulo to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
The best time to fly from Sao Paulo to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
February is the quietest time to fly to Barcelona. Alternatively, follow the crowds and visit in July. This is the busiest month for flights from Sao Paulo to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
The warmest month in Barcelona is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 31ºC. Lock in your flights from Sao Paulo to BCN in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Visit in January if you want cooler conditions. Temperatures average between 5ºC and 14ºC. However, this city promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Sao Paulo to Barcelona-El Prat Airport.
More about Barcelona
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Barcelona right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Sao Paulo to Barcelona-El Prat Airport:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Sagrada Familia, Park Guell and La Rambla de Canaletes are essential stops on your Barcelona itinerary.
Complete your Barcelona trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Sao Paulo to Barcelona-El Prat Airport to track down your perfect ride. Check out our car rentals in Barcelona and easily compare your options. Plus you'll find all the info you need to know, from the most popular car type to the average daily price.