Travelling from Leon Airport (LEN) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 25 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Leon Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Barcelona and Leon are in the same timezone (UTC+1).
Flights from Leon Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport start at 09:15 — the first with Iberia. The last departure is the 20:45 service with Iberia. Overall, there are 50 services every week between LEN and BCN.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
Iberia offers direct flights from Leon Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to take in the sights in Barcelona — plus maybe even more of Spain if you have time.
If you'd like to break up your flight from Leon Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, consider adding a stopover. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to find a destination that catches your eye. Popular stopovers on the LEN - BCN route are:
Menorca Airport
Malaga Airport
Ibiza Airport
For a flight within Spain, you won't need a visa or passport. However, you'll have to bring another form of identity document, such as an ID card or driver's license. Once you've found your cheap ticket from LEN to BCN, check your ID is up to date before you fly.
How to find the cheapest flights from Leon Airport (LEN) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Leon Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is 55 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 121 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To get cheap tickets from LEN to BCN, book your trip 11 months before your departure date.
July is the cheapest month for tickets from Leon Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll be notified straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you time searching for cheap tickets from LEN to BCN every day.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Leon Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport.
Handy information about Leon Airport (LEN)
Located around 10 kilometres from central Leon, Leon Airport can be reached in about 16 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey by public transport is roughly 44 minutes.
After an easy start to your break? Stay near LEN. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Leon Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Leon Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing 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 cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 24 minutes.
It takes roughly 33 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
July is the busiest month for flights from Leon Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Barcelona in February.
Book your flight from Leon Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport for August if you want to visit Barcelona during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC and 31ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LEN to BCN in January. Average temperatures are between 5ºC and 14ºC then.
More about Barcelona
Start your Barcelona trip right by finding an amazing stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from LEN to BCN, browse our range of hotel options including:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Sagrada Familia, Park Guell and La Rambla de Canaletes are attractions you won't want to skip in Barcelona.
Complete your Barcelona trip with hotels and a car rental
We don't just compare flights. Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, browse our great car rental offers that'll give you the flexibility to travel around at your own pace. Next, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the perfect Barcelona stay.
