Flying from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): what you need to know
3 hours 40 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Barcelona is 2 hours behind Istanbul and operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
Choose from 8 weekly flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. The 10:05 departure with Pegasus is the earliest you can take from SAW to BCN. Pegasus operates the last service of the day at 16:10 if early mornings aren't your thing.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Visiting Barcelona (and then exploring more of Spain!) is easy with Pegasus. This popular carrier has direct flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To look at the options for flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between SAW and BCN include:
Franjo Tudman Airport
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport
Stuttgart Airport
Don't forget, you might need a visa to enter Spain. Visa requirements can differ and travel documentation requirements change frequently. Before organising your cheap ticket from SAW 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 Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
70 € is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. A return flight starts at 151 €. These prices may change based on demand.
Get cheap tickets from SAW to BCN by booking at least 11 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for tickets from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll be notified straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you from searching for cheap tickets from SAW to BCN every day.
Play around with filters to find the best trip for you. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Travelling from central Istanbul to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 57 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near SAW. Whether you're catching an early flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Book a hotel close to BCN if you're on a late flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
Barcelona-El Prat Airport to central Barcelona takes about 24 minutes by car. It's approximately 18 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 33 minutes.
When to fly to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The quietest month for a flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Barcelona based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Barcelona is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 31ºC. Book your flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC and 14ºC. Search for cheap tickets from SAW to BCN sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Barcelona
Start your Barcelona trip right by finding the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from SAW to BCN, have a look at our accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Sagrada Familia, Park Guell and La Rambla de Canaletes are popular attractions which should be on any good Barcelona itinerary.
Complete your Barcelona trip with hotels and a car rental
You've got your cheap ticket to Barcelona-El Prat Airport — next on the list is finding a place to stay, and maybe even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Barcelona.