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Cheapest round-trip
$171
Typical prices: $165-$285
Wizz Air, Vueling
Sat 9/15Sun 9/16
ATH - BCN • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$173
Typical prices: $165-$291
Sky Express, Vueling
Thu 10/25Wed 10/31
ATH - BCN • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Aegean Airlines, Vueling and Sky Express. Average duration is 3h 15m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 85% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 21 weeks in advance save around 38% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 17% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $170 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 40m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Athens to Barcelona (ATH-BCN)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Athens to Barcelona

Tue, Sep 15 - Wed, Sep 16
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8:45 am - 6:10 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
10h 25m1 stop Larnaca
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6:30 am - 10:30 amBCN  Barcelona-El Prat-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
3h 00mnonstop
$171Multiple Airlines
Sun, Dec 6 - Mon, Dec 7
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4:30 am - 12:25 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
8h 55m2 stops Belgrade Nikola Tesla Milan Malpensa
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10:45 pm - 2:40 amBCN  Barcelona-El Prat-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
2h 55mnonstop
$172Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Fri, Oct 30
easyJet Logo
11:00 am - 5:10 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
7h 10m1 stop Milan Malpensa
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6:40 pm - 10:25 amBCN  Barcelona-El Prat-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
14h 45m1 stop Milan Malpensa
$172easyJet
Tue, Nov 10 - Sun, Nov 15
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11:55 am - 2:05 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
3h 10mnonstop
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7:10 am - 11:10 amBCN  Barcelona-El Prat-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
3h 00mnonstop
$181Vueling
Tue, Nov 10 - Sun, Nov 15
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11:55 am - 2:05 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
3h 10mnonstop
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7:10 am - 11:10 amBCN  Barcelona-El Prat-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
3h 00mnonstop
$182Vueling
Tue, Nov 10 - Sun, Nov 15
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11:55 am - 2:05 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
3h 10mnonstop
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7:10 am - 11:10 amBCN  Barcelona-El Prat-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
3h 00mnonstop
$183Vueling
Wed, Nov 18 - Sun, Nov 22
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4:30 am - 9:10 amATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
5h 40m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
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8:35 pm - 3:05 pmBCN  Barcelona-El Prat-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
17h 30m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
$191Air Serbia
Fri, Jan 15 - Fri, Jan 22
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3:50 pm - 9:10 amATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
18h 20m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
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8:35 pm - 3:25 amBCN  Barcelona-El Prat-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
5h 50m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
$191Air Serbia
Fri, Jan 15 - Wed, Jan 20
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4:40 pm - 6:50 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
3h 10mnonstop
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11:20 am - 3:10 pmBCN  Barcelona-El Prat-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
2h 50mnonstop
$204Aegean Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Thu, Nov 12
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8:10 am - 10:25 amATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
3h 15mnonstop
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11:20 am - 3:10 pmBCN  Barcelona-El Prat-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
2h 50mnonstop
$226Aegean Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Athens to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Athens to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Athens to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, it is 11% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 9% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Athens to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Athens to Barcelona-El Prat Airport at $179 round-trip.
  • August ($281) and September ($240) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 56% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Athens to Barcelona-El Prat Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Athens to Barcelona-El Prat Airport are cheapest 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 38% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Athens to Barcelona

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Victoria M. Walker

Victoria M. Walker

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Victoria M. Walker is an award-winning travel reporter who writes the “Carrying On” newsletter. Victoria writes about airlines and hotels and fell in love with travel after her first flight in 2014. She was raised in Virginia and is based in Brooklyn, NY. She is interested in finding the best pizza and coffee in every city she visits.

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Duncan Madden

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Duncan is a freelance travel writer, copywriter and book author in constant search of travel stories and the perpetual sensation of being on holiday. He’s never happier than when on a dusty trail in search of empty waves or ducking under the piste tape in search of snowbound solitude. British born, living in Germany, but happiest heading for the horizon. His first book, Found in Translation, explores the etymologies and stories of country names around the world and is out now.

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Yulia Denisyuk

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Blane Bachelor

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Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

Key details for Athens to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$88
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 31% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 7% lower on average.
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Your Athens to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Does Aegean Airlines offer special meals for those with dietary restrictions?

    Passengers can request a special meal up to 24 hours before departure. Some of the meals passengers can request include diabetic meals, gluten-intolerant meals, kosher, vegetarian, and low-calorie meals, to name a few.

  • What is a good choice for a sustainable airline when flying from Athens to Barcelona?

    Vueling makes a fine choice for those looking to lessen their environmental footprint when traveling. This airline is part of the International Airline Group, and as a member, they have committed to being net-zero in carbon emissions by 2050. They plan to do this through the use of sustainable aviation fuel, more efficient operations, and by offering no plastic onboard aircraft.

  • Can my child fly alone on Aegean Airlines?

    This airline offers an Unaccompanied Child service allowing kids from 5 to 12 to fly alone. With this service, the airline will provide dedicated staff at both departure and arrival airports as well as on board the aircraft. Parents must reserve this service in advance for an additional fee.

  • What are some of the ticket tier options when flying on Vueling?

    Most travelers will choose the Basic fare that includes an under-seat cabin bag. If you want to be able to choose your own seat and get a free checked bag, the Optima fare is a good idea. The airline also offers a Family fare that offers priority boarding and exclusive check-in for families. One final option is their Time Flex fare which offers plenty of free perks for changing your itinerary at the last minute.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Athens to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Athens to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights:

    • Aegean Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • What airlines are available from Athens to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    3 airlines operate flights between Athens and Barcelona-El Prat Airport. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:
    • Aegean Airlines
    • Vueling
    • Sky Express

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Athens to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    Flights from Athens to Barcelona-El Prat Airport usually depart from Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH) and arrive at Barcelona-El Prat (BCN).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Athens to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Vueling: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Aegean Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Iberia: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Athens to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Athens to Barcelona-El Prat Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Athens to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $170 round-trip via Tirana Rinas (TIA), compared to $217 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Athens to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $24–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Athens to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    The Airbus A321neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Aegean Airlines and Volotea. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321-100/200 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Athens to Barcelona-El Prat Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Athens to Barcelona-El Prat Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Rome Fiumicino (FCO) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Belgrade Nikola Tesla (BEG) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Milan Malpensa (MXP) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Tirana Rinas (TIA) - 12% of one-stop connections

    Rome Fiumicino (FCO) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Athens to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 19% on the Athens to Barcelona-El Prat Airport route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $192 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $235, a difference of $43. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Athens to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Athens to Barcelona-El Prat Airport route, 20% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1 hour 14 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Athens to Barcelona-El Prat Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Athens to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Night departures account for 50%, afternoon flights for 0%, and evening flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Barcelona-El Prat Airport are La Rambla, Barcelona City Centre and Sagrada Familia. These are among the most viewed places in Barcelona-El Prat Airport on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Athens to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Athens to Barcelona-El Prat Airport takes 3h 15m, covering 1,182 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Athens to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Athens to Barcelona-El Prat Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 4:10 am and lands at 7:25 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:50 pm and lands at 2:05 am.

    The flight takes about 3h 15m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Athens to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 33% above the route average of $215. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Athens to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How are flight prices from Athens to Barcelona-El Prat Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Athens to Barcelona-El Prat Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $94, which is 37% below the typical average for this route.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Athens to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Athens to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    Flying via Rome Fiumicino (FCO) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 40m, compared with 6h 09m via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) and 6h 24m via Belgrade Nikola Tesla (BEG).

  • What is the time difference between Athens and Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    Barcelona-El Prat Airport is 1 hour behind Athens (Central European Time vs Eastern European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)?

    Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $2 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Record go
    · NIZACARS
    · Goldcar Rental SP
    · CLICK RENT
    · Ok Mobility

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Athens to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Athens to Barcelona-El Prat Airport range from $165 to $285, with an average of $215 over the past 12 months. Anything below $165 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Athens to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Thursday flights average $192 - about $43 less than Saturday (18% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 21 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 38% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Athens to Barcelona-El Prat Airport trip for January. Fares historically average $179 round-trip in that month - typically $102 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, Aegean Airlines is the strongest pick on this route. 85% of Aegean Airlines flights from Athens to Barcelona-El Prat Airport arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 80%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 1 hour 14 minutes, so choosing a carrier with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Tirana Rinas Airport (TIA) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $170 round-trip on this route - about $47 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • One of the best ways to get to Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH) from the center of Athens is to take the OASA Line M3 subway, which makes the trip in around 42 minutes. This same company also offers their Line X95 bus that can make this trip in around 1h 6min, with buses running every 20 minutes or so.
  • A great reason to travel aboard Lufthansa on this route is that many of their tickets afford you access to their lounge in Terminal B at Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos. Once onboard when traveling in First Class, you can enjoy lie-flat seats, fine dining, and a huge assortment of personal entertainment options.
  • When traveling on one and two-stop flights on this route, some of the layover airports you may use include Munich International Airport (MUC), Leonardo da Vinci International Airport (FCO), Thessaloniki Airport Makedonia (SKG), and Zurich Airport (ZRH).
  • If you plan on traveling on the nonstop flight offered by Volotea, a Standard ticket allows you to bring a handbag aboard the plane, and in the Megavolotea and Megavolotea Plus tiers, you can bring a handbag and a carry-on bag for free, but this is subject to space available in the Megavolotea tier.
  • Some benefits of flying from Athens to Barcelona (BCN) in business class, aboard Aegean Aegean Airlines, is that you get a leather seat with a middle seat that is always vacant, plus your dining menu will include a total gastronomic experience that includes an indulgent menu of Greek flavors.

Prefer to fly direct from Athens to Barcelona?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Athens Eleftherios V. Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Athens Eleftherios V. to Barcelona-El Prat

Monday

Aegean Airlines,Vueling,Sky Express

Aegean Airlines,Vueling, +1 more

Tuesday

Aegean Airlines,Vueling

Aegean Airlines,Vueling

Wednesday

Aegean Airlines,Vueling,Sky Express

Aegean Airlines,Vueling, +1 more

Thursday

Aegean Airlines,Vueling,Sky Express

Aegean Airlines,Vueling, +1 more

Friday

Aegean Airlines,Vueling,Sky Express

Aegean Airlines,Vueling, +1 more

Saturday

Aegean Airlines,Vueling

Aegean Airlines,Vueling

Sunday

Aegean Airlines,Vueling,Sky Express

Aegean Airlines,Vueling, +1 more

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Direct returns

Barcelona-El Prat to Athens Eleftherios V.

Monday

Aegean Airlines,Vueling,Sky Express

Aegean Airlines,Vueling, +1 more

Tuesday

Aegean Airlines,Vueling

Aegean Airlines,Vueling

Wednesday

Aegean Airlines,Vueling,Sky Express

Aegean Airlines,Vueling, +1 more

Thursday

Aegean Airlines,Vueling,Sky Express

Aegean Airlines,Vueling, +1 more

Friday

Aegean Airlines,Vueling,Sky Express

Aegean Airlines,Vueling, +1 more

Saturday

Aegean Airlines,Vueling

Aegean Airlines,Vueling

Sunday

Aegean Airlines,Vueling,Sky Express

Aegean Airlines,Vueling, +1 more

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