Travelling from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is 14 hours 25 minutes.
Barcelona's timezone is UTC+1, making Barcelona seven hours behind Shenzhen.
You can choose from three weekly Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights. The 00:45 departure with Shenzhen Airlines is the earliest you can take. Shenzhen Airlines operates the last service of the day at 01:00.
To ensure you catch your SZX to BCN flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Shenzhen Airlines is your ticket to exploring Barcelona (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Spain!). Check out the direct flights from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Shenzhen Airlines.
Shenzhen Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering SZX to BCN flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
235 € is the best price for a one-way Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight. Return flights start from 539 €. These prices may change depending on availability.
To secure cheap tickets from SZX to BCN, book your trip eight months before your departure date.
Schedule your trip for July. That's the cheapest month for flights from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across each month.
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Handy information about Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
SZX's address is Airport 9th Rd.
Of all flights departing from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport, 79.49% arrive on time at their destination.
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport is about 40 kilometres from central Shenzhen. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to SZX? If you're boarding an early flight from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Book a hotel near BCN if you're on a late Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Barcelona-El Prat Airport rental car and discover Barcelona and beyond with your own set of wheels. Record Go, Goldcar and Nizacars Rent A Car are leading providers to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Barcelona-El Prat Airport about four weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
Barcelona-El Prat Airport to the centre of Barcelona has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
It takes around 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The quietest month for a flight from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Barcelona based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport for August if you'd like to explore Barcelona during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SZX to BCN sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Spain
You've visited Barcelona, now it's time to explore other corners of Spain. Travel about 257 kilometres west to Zaragoza to tick off its popular sights. From Puente de Piedra to Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo, your itinerary will be busy.
Logroño is another must-experience destination in Spain and is around 402 kilometres west of Barcelona. No trip is complete without visiting Concatedral de Santa Maria de la Redonda, Museo de la Rioja and Iglesia de Santiago el Real.
