Travelling from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Paris: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 48 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Paris.
Barcelona (the location of Barcelona-El Prat Airport) and Paris are in the same timezone — UTC+1.
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Paris Orly Airport (ORY) is the most traveled route, with 783 flights a week to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from BCN to ORY is with Air France at 21:10. Choose the first departure operated by LEVEL at 05:50 if you want to get going early.
To ensure you get on your flight from BCN to Paris, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
You can book a nonstop journey to Paris departing from BCN. Land at any of these hubs following your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Paris:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
These are some of the well-known airlines offering direct flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Paris:
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and maybe even tour another city. When browsing flights from BCN to Paris, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)
Bilbao Airport (BIO)
Menorca Airport (MAH)
You won't need a visa for France if you have a passport from Spain and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements are subject to changes. So before locking in your cheap tickets from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Paris, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.
BCN is about 18 kilometres from central Barcelona. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 24 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 33 minutes.
Have an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Paris? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near BCN:
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Paris
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Paris is 22 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 42 €. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from BCN to Paris, book your trip 9 months ahead of your departure.
The cheapest month for tickets from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Paris is May. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the dates with the lowest fares.
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Airports in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris is about 44 minutes by car. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour and 15 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Paris. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CDG instead:
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Paris Orly Airport (ORY) is roughly 19 kilometres from central Paris. Once you've hopped off your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Paris, it'll take you around 34 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the trip to take approximately 57 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places where you can rest ahead of your adventure near ORY. Kick back and get cosy after your flight from BCN to Paris at any of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Paris
June is the most popular month for flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Paris. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Paris in February when it's quieter.
Before you book a flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Paris, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Paris, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 29ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -2ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap flights from BCN to Paris sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Paris
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Paris right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Paris:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned Paris itinerary.
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