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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul to Barcelona? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Barcelona

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Istanbul to Barcelona flights are currently cheapest in June.

Direct flights from Istanbul to Barcelona

Istanbul to Barcelona: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Istanbul to Barcelona below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Barcelona.

Istanbul to Barcelona: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,416
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time3 hrs, 44 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week104

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Barcelona: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Barcelona is R 3,479. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 44 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Barcelona.
Turkish Airlines, Uzbekistan Airways and Thai Airways fly direct from Istanbul to Barcelona.
As of April 2025, there are 104 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Barcelona.
The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Barcelona is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul Airport to Barcelona Airport on Thursday, 23 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 44 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Barcelona but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Barcelona is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Vueling Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Barcelona.

Travelling from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is 3 hours 42 minutes. Barcelona's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Barcelona 2 hours behind Istanbul.

  • Choose from 35 weekly flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. The 07:30 departure with Turkish Airlines is the earliest flight available from IST to BCN. Turkish Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 22:00 if you're not into early starts.

  • Travelling over a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Turkish Airlines has direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Book with this popular airline, and get ready to discover the sights in Barcelona — and maybe even more of Spain if you have time.

  • If you'd like to break up your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, consider adding a stopover. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to find a city that interests you. The most popular stopovers on the IST - BCN route are:

    • Venice Marco Polo Airport

    • Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport

    • Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport

  • Before reserving your cheap ticket from IST to BCN, check if you need a visa to enter Spain. Visa and travel document requirements may differ and are updated often. To get the latest information, get in touch with the nearest consulate or embassy of the country you're flying to.

How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)

  • The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is R 1,416. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 3,479. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.

  • To score cheap tickets from IST to BCN, reserve your journey 9 months ahead of your planned departure.

  • The cheapest month for tickets from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.

  • Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from IST to BCN. There's no need to search every day to see if airfares have fallen. We'll let you know as soon as the price changes.

  • Use filters to find the best trip for you. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport is about 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour and 45 minutes.

  • Want an easy way to start to your travels? Stay near IST. Whether you're taking an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:

Arriving at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)

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 get to the centre driving.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 33 minutes.

When to fly to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)

  • It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Barcelona. If you want a quieter vibe, go in February.

  • When reserving your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Barcelona, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 31ºC.

  • Look for cheap tickets from IST to BCN in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 5ºC and 14ºC on average.

More about Barcelona

  • Start your Barcelona trip right by finding the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from IST to BCN, check out our range of hotel options including:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Sagrada Familia, Park Guell and La Rambla de Canaletes are major attractions which should feature on every Barcelona itinerary.

Complete your Barcelona trip with hotels and a car rental

  • We've got more party tricks than just comparing flights. After booking your cheap ticket to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, explore our great car rental deals that'll give you the flexibility to travel around at your own pace. Next, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the ideal Barcelona stay.

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