Flying from Almeria Airport (LEI) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): what you need to know
On average, direct flights from Almeria Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport take 1 hour 25 minutes. Barcelona and Almeria are in the same timezone (UTC+1), so you won't have to adjust your watch once you arrive.
Flights from Almeria Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport start at 06:15 — the first with Vueling. The latest flight is the 18:20 service with Vueling. In total, you can take your pick of 7 services every week between LEI and BCN.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Vueling runs direct flights from Almeria 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 your schedule allows.
If you'd like a stopover for your flight from Almeria Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, just deselect 'Direct flights only' and look at all your options. These are the most popular stopovers between LEI and BCN:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Seville Airport
Palma de Mallorca Airport
No need to bring your passport or a visa for travel within Spain. You will need a valid proof of identity however, like an ID card or driver's license. Make sure they're on your packing list once you've booked your cheap ticket from LEI to BCN.
How to find the cheapest flights from Almeria Airport (LEI) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Almeria Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is C$54. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$109. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Score cheap flight tickets from LEI to BCN by booking at least 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
July is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Almeria Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Play around with filters to find the best trip for you. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Almeria Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Almeria Airport (LEI)
Located around 11 kilometres from central Almeria, Almeria Airport can be reached in approximately 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport is roughly 52 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near LEI? If you're catching an early flight from Almeria Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Consider staying in a hotel close to BCN if you're catching a late flight from Almeria Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
Barcelona-El Prat Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from the center of Barcelona. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 24 minutes.
It takes around 33 minutes if you're traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
July is the most popular month for flights from Almeria Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Barcelona in February.
Lock in your flight from Almeria Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport for August if you want to visit Barcelona during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC and 31ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LEI to BCN in January. Temperatures average between 5ºC and 14ºC then.
More about Barcelona
Start your Barcelona trip right by finding the perfect stay. Once you've booked your flight from LEI to BCN, browse our selection of hotel options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. 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
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, explore our low prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one place to find the best car rental price for your Barcelona getaway.