Flying from Bangkok to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports where your trip can begin in Bangkok. Explore your options departing from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) when planning your flight from Bangkok to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN).
The timezone in Barcelona is UTC+1, which is six hours behind Bangkok. Barcelona-El Prat Airport is located in Barcelona.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Bangkok to BCN. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
If you're flying during a major holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
We make it easy to find cheap flights from Bangkok to BCN that include a stopover. To explore all the options departing from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between BKK and BCN include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
The journey from central Bangkok to BKK takes around 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near Suvarnabhumi Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Bangkok to Barcelona-El Prat Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to Suvarnabhumi Airport's on-time performance, data shows 67.87% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Think about building a stopover into your journey at Changi International Airport (SIN). It's a key transfer point for flights from Bangkok to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) leaving Don Mueang International Airport.
DMK is about 27 kilometres from central Bangkok. It'll take 30 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Got an early start? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Don Mueang International Airport the day before your Bangkok to BCN flight:
Don Mueang International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 66.48%. This figure gives an insight into how frequently flights that leave from this airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
About Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Book a hotel close to BCN if you have a late flight from Bangkok to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and say goodnight sooner:
Follow your own route with a Barcelona-El Prat Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Nizacars Rent A Car and chase adventure across Barcelona and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Bangkok to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight.
Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
The centre of Barcelona is roughly 13 kilometres from Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary depending on traffic conditions, so do a little research before your trip.
Travelling by public transport takes around 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Currently, P9,250 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is P30,030. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Bangkok to BCN. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your Bangkok to Barcelona-El Prat Airport ticket.
Locking in a cheap plane ticket from Bangkok to BCN is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as the price has dropped.
Find a cheap flight from Bangkok to Barcelona-El Prat Airport by using the search filters. Select your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Bangkok to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Think about your travel style when planning the timing of your trip. February is the quietest month to visit Barcelona. July is when most people book flights from Bangkok to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Lock in a Bangkok to BCN plane ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Barcelona to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Bangkok to Barcelona-El Prat Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Barcelona
Start your Barcelona trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Bangkok to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Sagrada Familia and Vinalium Sagrada Familia are just the start of the top-rated attractions to put on your Barcelona itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Placa de la Sagrada Familia.
Explore more of Spain
Zaragoza is just one of the many cities in Spain waiting to be discovered once you've seen Barcelona. Around 241 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Plaza España, Plaza del Pilar and La Seo del Salvador.
Around 274 kilometres south of Barcelona, Ibiza is another essential stop in Spain. Experience major highlights starting with Platja d'en Bossa, Blue Ocean Ibiza and Playa de Ses Salines.