Travelling from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Dresden International Airport (DRS): what you need to know
Dresden's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Barcelona.
To ensure you get on your BCN to DRS flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Dresden International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between BCN and DRS:
Frankfurt Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Palma de Mallorca Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Dresden International Airport (DRS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Dresden International Airport flight is Rs28,473. A return plane ticket is currently Rs56,362. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's a good idea to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from BCN to DRS. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Dresden International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from BCN to DRS by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
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Handy information about Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Of the flights that depart from Barcelona-El Prat Airport, 79.12% arrive on time at their destination.
Barcelona-El Prat Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Barcelona. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport usually takes 35 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near BCN? If you've booked an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Dresden International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Dresden International Airport (DRS)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Dresden International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near DRS instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Dresden International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Sixt and chase adventure across Dresden and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Dresden International Airport around three weeks ahead.
Getting from Dresden International Airport (DRS) to central Dresden
From Dresden International Airport, Dresden is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes around 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Dresden International Airport (DRS)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Dresden International Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Dresden. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in December.
The warmest month in Dresden is August, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC and 26ºC. Lock in your flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Dresden International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from BCN to DRS in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -9ºC and 5ºC on average.
Explore more of Germany
Dresden has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Germany waiting to be explored. Around 161 kilometres north of Dresden, a trip to Berlin will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Hamburg is another sought-after destination in Germany and is around 370 kilometres north-west of Dresden. No journey is complete without visiting Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.