Travelling from Vigo Airport (VGO) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Vigo Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 40 minutes.
Barcelona's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Vigo.
Every week, there are 34 Vigo Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights. If you prefer to take off early, go for the 08:30 Ryanair flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 23:30 with Ryanair.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your VGO to BCN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Flying into Barcelona (and then exploring more of Spain!) is a breeze with Ryanair. This popular carrier has direct flights from Vigo Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport.
Most passengers choose to travel with Ryanair on this route.
With an impressive 83.12% of services arriving as planned, Vueling is the most punctual carrier for VGO to BCN flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vigo Airport (VGO) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
At the moment, 20 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Vigo Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 48 €. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book five months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from VGO to BCN.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Vigo Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.
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Handy information about Vigo Airport (VGO)
84.74% of flights departing from Vigo Airport land at their destination according to schedule. Given its solid on-time performance, delays are unlikely when setting off from VGO.
Vigo Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Vigo. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Have an early flight from Vigo Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to VGO:
Arriving at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Vigo Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near BCN instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Barcelona-El Prat Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Nizacars Rent A Car and explore beyond Barcelona's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your vehicle from Barcelona-El Prat Airport around four weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
Barcelona-El Prat Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from the centre of Barcelona. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
It takes around 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Vigo Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Barcelona. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
Book your flight from Vigo Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport for August if you'd like to visit Barcelona during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from VGO to BCN in January. Temperatures average between 5ºC (41ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.
Explore more of Spain
Barcelona has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Spain you should also see. Around 257 kilometres west of Barcelona, a visit to Zaragoza will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
Around 402 kilometres west of Barcelona, Logroño is another favourite stop in Spain. Start your sightseeing at Concatedral de Santa Maria de la Redonda, Museo de la Rioja and Iglesia de Santiago el Real.