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Cheapest round-trip
$539
Typical prices: $612-$853
Air Canada
Mon 11/5Sun 11/18
YOW - BCN • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$293
Typical prices: $407-$776
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/2
YOW - BCN • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Ottawa and Barcelona-El Prat Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 17 weeks in advance save around 31% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 8% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $762 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 11h 58m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Ottawa to Barcelona-El Prat (YOW-BCN)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Ottawa to Barcelona-El Prat

Thu, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 18
Air Canada Logo
5:40 pm - 9:35 amYOW  Ottawa-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
9h 55m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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1:35 pm - 10:32 pmBCN  Barcelona-El Prat-YOW Ottawa
14h 57m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
$539Air Canada
Thu, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 18
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12:30 pm - 9:35 amYOW  Ottawa-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
15h 05m2 stops Québec City Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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1:35 pm - 9:47 amBCN  Barcelona-El Prat-YOW Ottawa
26h 12m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
$539Air Canada
Thu, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 18
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12:30 pm - 9:35 amYOW  Ottawa-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
15h 05m2 stops Québec City Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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1:35 pm - 9:50 pmBCN  Barcelona-El Prat-YOW Ottawa
14h 15m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Toronto Pearson Intl
$547Air Canada
Tue, Nov 24 - Sun, Nov 29
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12:30 pm - 9:35 amYOW  Ottawa-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
15h 05m2 stops Québec City Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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5:55 am - 2:07 pmBCN  Barcelona-El Prat-YOW Ottawa
14h 12m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
$567Air Canada
Tue, Oct 6 - Wed, Oct 21
Air France Logo
5:25 pm - 3:35 pmYOW  Ottawa-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
16h 10m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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6:10 am - 3:00 pmBCN  Barcelona-El Prat-YOW Ottawa
14h 50m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
$568Air France
Sun, Nov 22 - Fri, Nov 27
United Airlines Logo
10:30 am - 8:20 amYOW  Ottawa-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
15h 50m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Newark
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10:30 am - 2:09 pmBCN  Barcelona-El Prat-YOW Ottawa
33h 39m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$575United Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Sat, Nov 21
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6:15 am - 9:00 amYOW  Ottawa-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
20h 45m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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10:30 am - 2:09 pmBCN  Barcelona-El Prat-YOW Ottawa
33h 39m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$575United Airlines
Sun, Nov 22 - Thu, Nov 26
United Airlines Logo
10:30 am - 8:20 amYOW  Ottawa-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
15h 50m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Newark
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10:30 am - 2:09 pmBCN  Barcelona-El Prat-YOW Ottawa
33h 39m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$575United Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Thu, Nov 5
Air France Logo
6:10 pm - 9:00 amYOW  Ottawa-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
9h 50m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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6:00 am - 3:00 pmBCN  Barcelona-El Prat-YOW Ottawa
15h 00m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
$594Air France
Tue, Oct 6 - Wed, Oct 21
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5:25 pm - 3:35 pmYOW  Ottawa-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
16h 10m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
Air France Logo
6:10 am - 3:00 pmBCN  Barcelona-El Prat-YOW Ottawa
14h 50m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
$614Air France
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Price, demand and travel trends for Ottawa to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Ottawa to Barcelona-El Prat Airport with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Ottawa to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

Round-trip flights from Ottawa to Barcelona-El Prat Airport start at $539. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $612 to $853. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $539 on Air Canada.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Ottawa to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, it is 7% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 3% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to Barcelona-El Prat Airport at $643 round-trip.
•December ($1,127) and February ($933) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 75% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from Ottawa to Barcelona-El Prat Airport are cheapest 17 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 31% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Ottawa to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$293
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 7% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 8% lower on average.
Flight from Ottawa to Barcelona-El Prat Airport

When to book flights from Ottawa to Barcelona-El Prat

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Ottawa to Barcelona-El Prat based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Ottawa to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight questions, answered

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

  • Can I rent a car at Barcelona Airport?

    Yes, you can. There are car rental agencies in both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 of the Barcelona Airport. A few agencies with a car rental desk at this airport include Hertz, Avis, SIXT, and Europcar.

  • Where can I park my car when flying out of Ottawa International Airport (YOW)?

    If you drive yourself to Ottawa International Airport, parking is available in the covered garage or an uncovered parking lot. The garage is closest to the terminals, however, you cannot park here beyond seven days. There is a parking lot close by where you can park for an extended number of days. It too is within walking distance of the terminals.

  • Is there a VIP room or lounge at the Ottawa International Airport?

    You'll find a cozy spot to wait for your plane to leave in one of the lounges at YOW. Air Canada has a lounge called the Maple Leaf Lounge for their passengers past the security area and close to Gate 18. If you're not flying with Air Canada, you can pay to enter the Aspire Lounge which is right by the Maple Leaf Lounge.

  • Is there a hotel at Barcelona Airport?

    Yes, there is. If your flight lands late you can head over to the Barcelona Airport Hotel for some rest. It is just minutes from the airport and offers 24 hours transportation to and from the terminals. The hotel's shuttle bus picks up passengers outside of the parking garage in Terminal 1 and on the covered bridge in Terminal 2.

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

    Flights from Ottawa to Barcelona-El Prat Airport usually depart from Ottawa (YOW) and arrive at Barcelona-El Prat (BCN).

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

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Ottawa to Barcelona-El Prat Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

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

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

    • Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) - 56% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) - 26% of one-stop connections
    • Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 2% of one-stop connections

    Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Ottawa to Barcelona-El Prat Airport route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 10%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $654 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $726: a $72 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • 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, Sagrada Familia and Placa de Catalunya. These are among the most viewed places in Barcelona-El Prat Airport on KAYAK.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 24% above the route average of $703. Book 17 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A nonstop flight from Ottawa to Barcelona-El Prat Airport takes 0h 00m, covering 3,760 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Ottawa 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.

  • Have flight prices from Ottawa to Barcelona-El Prat Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $539 to $1,933. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Ottawa to Barcelona-El Prat Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $711, which is 48% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 11h 58m, compared with 12h 11m via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) and 12h 56m via Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL).

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

    Barcelona-El Prat Airport is 6 hours ahead of Ottawa (Central European Time vs Eastern 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 Ottawa to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Ottawa to Barcelona-El Prat Airport range from $612 to $853, with an average of $703 over the past 12 months. Anything below $612 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Ottawa 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 Saturday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $654 - about $72 less than Monday (10% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 17 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 31% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Ottawa to Barcelona-El Prat Airport trip for September. Fares historically average $643 round-trip in that month - typically $484 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • Book a flight from Ottawa to Barcelona. Your departure airport will be Ottawa International Airport (YOW) which is just 20 minutes from downtown Ottawa. You'll arrive at Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) which is within close proximity of the Spanish cities of Barcelona, Badalona, and Terrassa.
  • Hop on board the shuttle at Barcelona Airport to go from one terminal to another. The shuttle runs often so if you miss it, you'll wait less than 5 minutes for it to come around again. Simply follow the signs posted around the airport to find the next shuttle stop. This is a free service that will save you lots of walking and it can be a true blessing if you're in a hurry.
  • While you're at the Ottawa International Airport, you can sit down for a meal at one of its many restaurants. Some of your dining options include Booster Juice, D'Arcy McGee's Restaurant and Pub, Subway, and Vino Volo Restaurant (offering fine dining).
  • You can take public transportation from the Barcelona Airport to your hotel or other destination. You can catch the rail, the subway, the city bus, or a taxi into town. All can be easily accessed from the airport. Depending on the mode of transportation you choose, it could take from 20 to 40 minutes to get to the city center of Barcelona.
  • The flight route from Ottawa to Barcelona will include one or two plane changes. If you are interested in a flight with just one layover, you should look at either Air Canada or United Airlines. With this flight route, your layover will be in Newark (New Jersey, United States) and will last, on average, for about 8 hours.

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