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These are the earliest and latest flight times currently scheduled from London Stansted Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport:

• Earliest: departs at 6:35 am and lands at 8:45 am
• Latest: departs at 9:45 pm and lands at 11:55 pm.

The flight takes about 2h 10m.

Only Economy Class is available on flights from London Stansted Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport.

A nonstop flight from London Stansted Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport takes about 2h 10m, covering 736 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 London Stansted Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport range from $62 to $137, with an average of $87 over the past 12 months. Anything below $62 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 22% above the $87 route average. Book 5 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $86 round-trip, compared to $136 via a layover through Palma de Mallorca Son Sant Joan (PMI).

Ryanair is the only airline operating London Stansted Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights. 77% of its flights are on time.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $18–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by easyJet and Vueling. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) variants.

Morning is most often the busiest departure period on London Stansted Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights, with 34% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, and evening flights for 33%.

One-way fares from London Stansted Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $40, which is 38% below the typical average for this route.

Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $29 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Record go
• NIZACARS
• Goldcar Rental SP
• CLICK RENT
• DRIVALIA

Flights from London Stansted Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport usually depart from London Stansted (STN) and arrive at Barcelona-El Prat (BCN).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening 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 London Stansted Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport route, 23% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 11m.

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

• Palma de Mallorca Son Sant Joan (PMI) - 25% of one-stop connections
• Turin Citta Di Torino (TRN) - 25% of one-stop connections
• Ibiza (IBZ) - 17% of one-stop connections
• Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) - 17% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 25% on flights from London Stansted Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $77 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $102, a difference of $25.

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

Only Ryanair currently operates flights between London Stansted Airport and Barcelona-El Prat Airport on a regular basis.

Flying via Menorca/Mahon (MAH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 04m, compared with 5h 19m via Bergamo Orio Al Serio (BGY) and 5h 29m via Turin Citta Di Torino (TRN).

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

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

Only Ryanair currently offers free seat selection on this route. Availability depends on fare class.

None of the airlines on this route currently offer extra legroom.

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

• Ryanair: 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.

With flights to Barcelona from London Stansted you will arrive at Josep Tarradellas Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN). It is based in the centre of the city and classified as the second busiest and largest airport in the country after Barcelona El Prat de Llobregat. If you are being collected by a friend or shuttle in Barcelona, account for about 1h 30min to clear customs and baggage claim when arriving.

You can request assistance 48h before you fly and find that everything, from mobility assistance through the airport, service animal requirements, visually-impaired assistance, intellectually disability assistance, profoundly deaf assistance and in-flight therapeutic oxygen assistance can all be taken care of.

When you arrive at El Prat Airport you will find the economical Aerobus leaving from T1 and T2 regularly until midnight. There is also a train that leaves from T2 all day until 23:00. These routes make stops and average 30min. Taxis are available outside Arrivals and will take about 15min to get you into town.

There are several hotels located at the airport that will suit both your lifestyle and budget. Consider the Barcelona Airport Hotel or the Alberg Centre Esplai. You will be able to reach them on foot, however, if you need further assistance they can always provide a shuttle for your bags through notification.