Flying from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Paris: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Paris is 1 hour 50 minutes.
Barcelona (the location of Barcelona-El Prat Airport) and Paris follow the same timezone — UTC+1.
The most popular route is from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Paris Orly Airport (ORY). You can choose from 75 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from BCN to ORY is the 06:00 Air France option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 21:15 with Air France.
Leave enough time to make your BCN to Paris flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
You can fly nonstop from BCN to Paris. Pick from these arrival points when booking your Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Paris ticket:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
These are some of the popular airlines operating direct flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Paris:
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even tick a new city off your list. When browsing for flight tickets from BCN to Paris, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
Geneve Airport (GVA)
Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
Located around 13 kilometres from central Barcelona, BCN can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Paris? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to BCN:
79.12% of flights that depart Barcelona-El Prat Airport reach their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Paris
Rs4,798 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Paris flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is Rs11,260. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book one month before you want to travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from BCN to Paris.
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Airports in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The distance from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris is roughly 27 kilometres. It takes around 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 1 hour 15 minutes to get there using public transport.
Book a hotel close to CDG if you have a late flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Paris. Pick one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Charles de Gaulle Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Europcar to explore Paris and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Charles de Gaulle Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from BCN to Paris.
CDG is located at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
After your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Paris has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in around 35 minutes by car. Central Paris is roughly 19 kilometres from Paris Orly Airport (ORY).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 55 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near ORY. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your BCN to Paris flight:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Paris Orly Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Keddy By Europcar and set off in the blink of an eye.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride one week ahead of your arrival at ORY can help you lock in a better rate.
Paris Orly Airport is located at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Step off your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Paris and head straight for your hotel or jump right into exploring. Central Paris is around 88 kilometres from Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) and usually takes 1 hour 30 minutes to drive there.
Public transport can take you there in around 2 hours 20 minutes.
If you don't want to make the journey to the centre, head for a hotel close to BVA. Get comfortable at one of these options after your BCN to Paris flight:
Whether you're searching for a mini for a solo trip or a full-size SUV to fit the family, you'll find the right Beauvais-Tille Airport rental car for your needs. Check out the types of wheels available here from companies such as Loca Malin, Budget and Europcar.
If you're searching for a specific make or model, book your ride from BVA around three weeks ahead of your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Paris. This improves your chances of getting the car you want, on top of a better deal.
The address for Beauvais-Tille Airport is Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Best time to go to Paris
Before securing your flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Paris, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Paris offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season brings better hotel deals and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Paris is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Paris flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BCN to Paris in January when temperatures average between -2ºC and 9ºC.
More about Paris
Start your Paris trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Paris, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Louvre Museum, Eiffel Tower and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris are leading attractions which should be on every Paris itinerary.
Explore more of France
You've done Paris, now it's time to explore other parts of France. Travel about 386 kilometres south-east to Lyon to check off its leading sights. From Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere to Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 338 kilometres south-west of Paris, Nantes is another essential stop in France. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne, Les Machines de L'ile and Jardin des Plantes.