Flying from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): what you need to know
Barcelona is four hours 30 minutes behind Kolkata and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Your CCU to BCN flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between CCU and BCN:
Hamad International Airport
Dubai Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Currently, Rs78,941 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs180,342. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from CCU to BCN. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport across every month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Save time looking for cheap flights from CCU to BCN by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport.
Handy information about Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
When it comes to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport's on-time performance, data shows 75.9% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is about 16 kilometres from central Kolkata. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport will take about 55 minutes.
Have an early flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to CCU:
Arriving at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Consider staying in a hotel close to BCN if you're catching a late Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Barcelona-El Prat Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Nizacars Rent A Car and explore beyond Barcelona's main sights.
Booking your vehicle from Barcelona-El Prat Airport about four weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
From Barcelona-El Prat Airport, Barcelona is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It'll take around 35 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
July is the most popular month for flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Barcelona in January.
When booking your flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Barcelona, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC to 31ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 5ºC and 14ºC. Search for cheap tickets from CCU to BCN around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Spain
Zaragoza is just one of the many cities in Spain waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Barcelona. Around 257 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
Around 402 kilometres west of Barcelona, Logroño is another essential stop in Spain. Start your sightseeing at Concatedral de Santa Maria de la Redonda, Museo de la Rioja and Iglesia de Santiago el Real.
