Travelling from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): what you need to know
A direct flight from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport takes 1 hour 55 minutes, on average. Barcelona's timezone is UTC+1 — identical to Brussels.
For the earliest departure, jump on the 06:00 flight from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. If you prefer to go later, the latest flight departs at 20:40. With 14 flights each week from CRL to BCN, you can pick the one that works best for you.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as August and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
We make it easy to get a flight with a stopover. To look at your options for flights from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between CRL and BCN include:
Bordeaux Airport
Menorca Airport
Palma de Mallorca Airport
Remember, you may need a visa to enter Spain. Visa requirements vary and travel documentation requirements change often. Before locking in your cheap ticket from CRL to BCN, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for current information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is 15 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 31 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book 9 months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from CRL to BCN.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from CRL to BCN. You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped. We'll update you the moment the price changes.
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Handy information about Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport is around 56 kilometres from central Brussels. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 56 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 1 hour and 37 minutes.
After a handy hotel near CRL? If you're boarding an early flight from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
If you're on a late flight from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near BCN:
Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
Barcelona-El Prat Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from the centre of Barcelona. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 24 minutes.
It takes roughly 33 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Barcelona. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Barcelona, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 31ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from CRL to BCN in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC and 14ºC on average.
More about Barcelona
Start your Barcelona trip right by finding an amazing place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from CRL to BCN, browse our accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Sagrada Familia, Park Guell and La Rambla de Canaletes are top attractions which should feature on any good Barcelona itinerary.
Complete your Barcelona trip with hotels and a car rental
You've locked in your cheap ticket to Barcelona-El Prat Airport — next on the list is finding a great place to stay, and maybe even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Barcelona.