Travelling from Frankfurt to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): what you need to know
Frankfurt is home to two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for booking a flight from Frankfurt to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) leaving from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
Take a direct flight from Frankfurt to Barcelona-El Prat Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 5 minutes.
Barcelona (where Barcelona-El Prat Airport is located) and Frankfurt share the UTC+1 timezone. With no time difference, coordinating plans between the cities is hassle-free.
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) is the most popular route. There are 71 direct weekly departures to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, hop on the last flight with Lufthansa at 21:00. Choose the first FRA to BCN departure operated by Ryanair at 05:45 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 catch your flight from Frankfurt to BCN.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and up to four hours for international flights. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Frankfurt to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) take off from this terminal.
You can travel on a direct flight from Frankfurt to Barcelona-El Prat Airport with Lufthansa. This popular carrier operates departures from FRA.
We make it a piece of cake to plan a flight from Frankfurt to BCN that includes a stopover. To see your options departing from Frankfurt Airport (FRA), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between FRA and BCN include:
EuroAirport Swiss Airport (BSL)
Geneve Airport (GVA)
Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
FRA is approximately 14 kilometres from central Frankfurt. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential travel app will give you the fastest route and your public transport options.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near Frankfurt Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Frankfurt to Barcelona-El Prat Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) has direct flights from Frankfurt to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN).
Lufthansa operates direct flights from Frankfurt to BCN departing from HHN. Book your preferred aisle seat and reach your destination in one go.
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to refresh yourself with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Frankfurt to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, browse these options when setting off from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport:
Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
HHN is around 121 kilometres from central Frankfurt. It'll take 1 hour and 32 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not spend an additional night away? Consider checking in to one of these hotels near Frankfurt - Hahn Airport the day before your flight from Frankfurt to BCN:
About Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Frankfurt to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BCN instead:
Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
From Barcelona-El Prat Airport, Barcelona is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 24 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 33 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is R 361. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 813. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 9 months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from Frankfurt to BCN.
You'll score the biggest savings on your tickets from Frankfurt to Barcelona-El Prat Airport if you travel in June. Go one step further and use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest day to fly.
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Make the most of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Frankfurt to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
The best time to fly from Frankfurt to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
July is the busiest month to board a flight from Frankfurt to Barcelona-El Prat Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Barcelona, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Barcelona is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 31ºC. Lock in your flights from Frankfurt to BCN in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between 5ºC and 14ºC. Search for cheap flights from Frankfurt to Barcelona-El Prat Airport sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Barcelona
Start your Barcelona trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Frankfurt to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Sagrada Familia, Park Guell and La Rambla de Canaletes are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Barcelona itinerary.
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