Flying from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Frederic Chopin Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport.
Warsaw and Barcelona are in the same timezone, UTC+1.
Flights from WAW to BCN start from 06:10 — the earliest with Wizz Air. The latest departure is at 15:50 with Wizz Air. In total, you can take your pick of 53 weekly Frederic Chopin Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your WAW to BCN flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
LOT - Polish Airlines has direct flights from Frederic Chopin Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Barcelona — and maybe even more of Spain if time allows.
Most passengers choose to fly with LOT - Polish Airlines on this route.
With a dependable 90.57% of services arriving on schedule, LOT - Polish Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering WAW to BCN flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
C$66 is the best price for a one-way Frederic Chopin Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight. Return flights start at C$141. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
To secure cheap tickets from WAW to BCN, book your journey six months before your departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Frederic Chopin Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. If you're looking to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Handy information about Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
When it comes to Frederic Chopin Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77.68% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Frederic Chopin Airport from central Warsaw, it takes around 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of around 1 hour 10 minutes when using public transport.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near WAW. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Frederic Chopin Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Frederic Chopin Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BCN instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Barcelona-El Prat Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Nizacars Rent A Car and find adventure across Barcelona and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Barcelona-El Prat Airport around four weeks ahead.
Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
Barcelona-El Prat Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from the centre of Barcelona. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
It'll take around 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The quietest month for a flight from Frederic Chopin Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Barcelona based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Barcelona is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your flights from Frederic Chopin Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from WAW to BCN in January. Average temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.
Explore more of Spain
You've done Barcelona, now it's time to discover other corners of Spain. Travel about 257 kilometres west to Zaragoza to check off its leading sights. From Puente de Piedra to Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 402 kilometres west of Barcelona, Logroño is another favourite stop in Spain. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Concatedral de Santa Maria de la Redonda, Museo de la Rioja and Iglesia de Santiago el Real.