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

• Earliest: departs at 6:30 am and lands at 9:24 am
• Latest: departs at 11:05 pm and lands at 1:59 am.

The flight takes about 2h 54m.

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

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class

A nonstop flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Athens takes 2h 54m, covering 1,182 miles.

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.

Round-trip flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Athens range from $183 to $317, with an average of $239 over the past 12 months. Anything below $183 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 14% above the $239 route average. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $113 round-trip via Geneva Geneve-Cointrin (GVA), compared to $243 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $34–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

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.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Athens flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 25%, night flights for 25%, and afternoon flights for 0%.

One-way fares from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Athens are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $87, which is 38% below the typical average for this route.

Athens Eleftherios V. Airport (ATH) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $2 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Record go
• Centauro
• Europcar
• SURPRICE CAR RENTAL
• Alamo

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

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

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 Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Athens route, 24% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 41m.

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

• Rome Fiumicino (FCO) - 53% of one-stop connections
• Belgrade Nikola Tesla (BEG) - 12% of one-stop connections
• Zurich (ZRH) - 11% of one-stop connections
• Tirana Rinas (TIA) - 6% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 15% on flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Athens. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $225 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $263, a difference of $38.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

3 airlines operate flights between Barcelona-El Prat Airport and Athens. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• Aegean Airlines
• Vueling
• Sky Express

Flying via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 01m, compared with 6h 06m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) and 6h 44m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

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

Some of the most popular sights in Athens are Acropolis, Syntagma Square and Parthenon. These are among the most viewed places in Athens on KAYAK.

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

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

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

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 always check the fare details before booking.

Most airlines operating from Barcelona to Athens offer connecting flight services. Airlines that offer connecting flights on this route include Aegean Airlines, Vueling Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Lufthansa, Air France, KLM, British Airways, and Ryanair. Common layover options include Istanbul Airport (IST), Frankfurt Airport (FRA), Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS), London Heathrow Airport (LHR), and Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO).

Are you flying with the kids from Barcelona to Athens? Aegean Airlines allow Infants under the age of 2 (up to 23 months) to travel on the lap of an adult passenger, usually at a discounted fare. They do not have their own seat and must be secured with an infant seat belt during takeoff, landing, and turbulence. Children aged 2 to 11 years must have their own seat and are typically required to pay the full fare.

Athens International Airport (ATH) features art exhibitions and has a small museum within the terminal building. The airport has a dedicated space called the "Art & Culture Program" where rotating art exhibitions and displays are showcased, featuring the works of Greek and international artists. Additionally, there is the "The Athens Airport Museum," which exhibits archaeological artifacts discovered during the construction of the airport. These cultural offerings provide passengers with opportunities to experience art and learn about Greece's rich history and culture while at the airport.

To get to Josep Tarradellas Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN) from Barcelona, you have several transportation options. You can take the Aerobus, a direct bus service that operates between the city center and the airport. Another option is to use the metro (L9 Sud line) or a local train (R2 Nord line) that connects the airport with various locations in Barcelona. Taxis and ride-sharing services are also available for convenience.