Travelling from Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): what you need to know
Barcelona's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Leipzig.
Leave plenty of time to catch your LEJ to BCN flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you want to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between LEJ and BCN:
Frankfurt Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Palma de Mallorca Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
$227 is currently the best price for a one-way Leipzig/Halle Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight. Return flights start at $496. These prices may change based on availability.
To score cheap tickets from LEJ to BCN, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across every month and snap up a great deal.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from LEJ to BCN by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport.
Handy information about Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ)
When it comes to Leipzig/Halle Airport's on-time performance, 77.68% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Leipzig to Leipzig/Halle Airport is approximately 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near LEJ? If you've booked an early flight from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
If you're coming in on a late Leipzig/Halle Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these hotels near BCN:
Go where the road takes you with a Barcelona-El Prat Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Nizacars Rent A Car and see more of Barcelona and beyond.
Booking your ride from Barcelona-El Prat Airport around four weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
Barcelona-El Prat Airport to the centre of Barcelona has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
It takes around 35 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The quietest month for a flight from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Barcelona based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport for August if you'd like to visit Barcelona during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC and 31ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC and 14ºC. Search for cheap tickets from LEJ to BCN around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Spain
Barcelona is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Spain you'll want to see. Around 257 kilometres west of Barcelona, a trip to Zaragoza will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in Spain, consider Logroño, about 402 kilometres west of Barcelona. Concatedral de Santa Maria de la Redonda, Museo de la Rioja and Iglesia de Santiago el Real are highlights.