Flights from London to Barcelona
Flights from London to Barcelona take about 2h nonstop, and the two cities are about 1,150 km apart. Compare live prices for your dates below.
Cheapest recent fare
£25
Round trip · 3 Dec – 10 Dec · Nonstop
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- Approx. flying time
- About 2h
- Best time to visit Barcelona
- May to June and September
Flight tip: Dinner starts late here; restaurants often fill up after 9pm. Read our Barcelona guide
London to Barcelona flights: quick answers
How long is the flight from London to Barcelona?
It’s about 2h nonstop. That’s a rough guide worked out from the 1,150 km between Heathrow and BCN; scheduled times vary by airline and direction, because winds can make one way slower, and a flight with a connection takes longer.
How long is the flight back from Barcelona to London?
About the same time in the air, roughly 2h, because the distance is the same. High-altitude winds usually make one direction faster than the other, so check the scheduled times in your search results.
How far is Barcelona from London?
About 1,150 km (710 miles) between Heathrow and BCN, in a straight line. The path a plane flies is usually a little longer.
What is the time difference between London and Barcelona?
Barcelona is 1 hour ahead of London.
Which airports can I fly from in London?
Heathrow and Gatwick handle most long-haul flights; Stansted, Luton, London City and Southend serve mainly European routes.
Which airport do I fly into in Barcelona?
El Prat (BCN) is Barcelona’s main airport. Other airports and when to go: our Barcelona guide
When is the best time to visit Barcelona?
May to June and September.
What are my rights if my London to Barcelona flight is cancelled?
Flights leaving a UK airport are covered by UK rules on any airline. If your flight is cancelled you can choose a refund or another flight, and you may be able to claim compensation if you were told less than 14 days before departure. Compensation depends on the flight’s distance. This route is in the under 1,500km band. UK Civil Aviation Authority: Cancellations (opens in a new tab)
What do I need to enter the country when I fly to Barcelona?
Rules change, so check them again shortly before you travel. GOV.UK: Spain entry requirements (opens in a new tab)
Before you fly
Cheapest month to fly from London
- Nov 2026£19
- Dec 2026£15Cheapest month
- Jan 2027£17
- Feb 2027£26
- Apr 2027£27
- Jul 2027£67
- Aug 2027£37
- Sept 2027£28
- Oct 2027£26
Lowest round-trip fare per person found recently for departures in each month, from London. Months with no recent fare aren’t shown.
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