Travelling from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): what you need to know
The timezone in Barcelona is UTC+1, which is eight hours ahead of Vancouver.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to board your YVR to BCN flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Vancouver International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight is 141 €. A return fare is currently 408 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap tickets from YVR to BCN, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Finding cheap flights from YVR to BCN is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Vancouver International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport.
Handy information about Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
71.77% of flights that leave from Vancouver International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Vancouver International Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to YVR? If you're boarding an early flight from Vancouver International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
If you have a late Vancouver International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near BCN:
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 main sights.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Barcelona-El Prat Airport around four weeks ahead.
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.
It takes around 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Barcelona. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
When booking your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Barcelona, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from YVR to BCN in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
Explore more of Spain
Barcelona is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Spain just waiting to be explored. About 257 kilometres west of Barcelona, a trip to Zaragoza will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Spain, head for 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 reasons to visit.