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Overview: Barcelona to Athens flight

Spain

Greece

Flights from Barcelona to Athens depart on average 67 times per day, taking around 5h 48m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £42 if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

1879 km

Average flight duration

5h 48m

Cheapest ticket price

£42

Flights per day

Direct flights

Airlines

Fastest flight

2h 50m

Cheapest month to travel

September

First flight

05:15

Last flight

21:15

Price information

The cheapest and fastest flights from Barcelona to Athens

Showing times and prices for 15 May

Cheapest price

£99

Average price

£547

Fastest journey

2 h 50 m

Average duration

2 h 53 m

Flights per day

112

Distance

1879 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Barcelona to Athens is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Barcelona to Athens will cost around £547 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £99.

Fast flights

Of the 112 flights that leave Barcelona for Athens every day 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct flights cover the 1879 km distance in an average of 2 h 53 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .

The slowest flights will take 2 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

A3743

22:002h50

Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)

01:50Athens International Airport (ATH)

£991One-way

0 changes

az79 · az720

16:5017h20

Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)

11:10Athens International Airport (ATH)

£1141One-way

1 change

az75 · az722

06:2017h25

Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)

00:45Athens International Airport (ATH)

£1141One-way

1 change

az79 · az722

16:506h55

Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)

00:45Athens International Airport (ATH)

£1141One-way

1 change

az79 · az716

16:5018h40

Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)

12:30Athens International Airport (ATH)

£1141One-way

1 change

Live departures

Barcelona to Athens flight times

Showing flights for today, Wednesday 14 May

Last updated at 11:32

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
QR8004+QR150 · QR211	11:35 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	16h25	04:00 Athens International Airport (ATH)	2 changes
LH1129 · LH1284	11:50 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	6h20	18:10 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
QR6557+QR152 · QR203	12:50 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	20h35	09:25 Athens International Airport (ATH)	2 changes
LX1955+LX4322	12:55 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	6h40	19:35 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
SN3704+SN6523	13:10 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	7h49	20:59 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
AF1649 · AF1532	13:50 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	21h20	11:10 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
AF1649 · AF1032	13:50 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	6h25	20:15 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
PC1094 · PC1191	14:10 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	16h15	06:25 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
QR146 · QR203	14:35 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	18h50	09:25 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
QR146 · QR207	14:35 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	24h55	15:30 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
QR146 · QR211	14:35 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	13h25	04:00 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
AF1049 · AF1532	14:35 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	20h35	11:10 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
VY8102	14:55 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	2h55	17:50 Athens International Airport (ATH)	0 changesdirect
IB5624	14:55 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	2h55	17:50 Athens International Airport (ATH)	0 changesdirect
KL1518 · KL1953	15:20 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	18h25	09:45 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
KL1518 · KL1957	15:20 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	7h00	22:20 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
AF1549 · AF1832	16:05 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	22h00	14:05 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
AF1549 · AF1532	16:05 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	19h05	11:10 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
QR6562+QR152 · QR203	16:10 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	17h15	09:25 Athens International Airport (ATH)	2 changes
TK1856 · TK1843	16:30 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	13h25	05:55 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
TK1856 · TK1841	16:30 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	7h35	00:05 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
TK1856+TK9195	16:30 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	26h50	19:20 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
TK1856 · TK1849	16:30 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	19h20	11:50 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
TK1856 · TK1845	16:30 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	25h00	17:30 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
TK1856+TK9191	16:30 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	16h40	09:10 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
QR6895+QR152 · QR203	16:55 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	16h30	09:25 Athens International Airport (ATH)	2 changes
KL1520 · KL1955	17:40 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	20h00	13:40 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
KL1520 · KL1953	17:40 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	16h05	09:45 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
JU585+A37611	18:35 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	20h00	14:35 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
JU585 · JU532	18:35 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	18h00	12:35 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
JU585 · JU536	18:35 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	5h50	00:25 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
AF1249 · AF1832	19:35 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	18h30	14:05 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
AF1249 · AF1532	19:35 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	15h35	11:10 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
QR142 · QR203	20:50 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	12h35	09:25 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
QR142 · QR207	20:50 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	18h40	15:30 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
LX1951+LX4320	04:00 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	7h50	11:50 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
LX1951 · LX1838	04:00 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	8h45	12:45 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
LX1951 · LX1830	04:00 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	6h10	10:10 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
AF1449 · AF1032	04:10 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	16h05	20:15 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
AF1449 · AF1832	04:10 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	9h55	14:05 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
AF1449 · AF1532	04:10 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	7h00	11:10 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
AF1449 · AF1132	04:10 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	19h00	23:10 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
KL1510 · KL1955	04:20 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	9h20	13:40 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
az75 · az722	04:20 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	17h25	21:45 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
az75 · az716	04:20 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	5h10	09:30 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
KL1510 · KL1957	04:20 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	18h00	22:20 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
az75 · az718	04:20 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	11h15	15:35 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
IB5622	04:50 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	2h55	07:45 Athens International Airport (ATH)	0 changesdirect
LH1139+LH5921	04:50 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	7h05	11:55 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
VY8100	04:50 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	2h55	07:45 Athens International Airport (ATH)	0 changesdirect
IB426 · IB833	05:00 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	7h10	12:10 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
TK1852 · TK1841	05:50 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	18h15	00:05 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
LH1819 · LH1752	05:50 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	6h45	12:35 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
TK1852 · TK1845	05:50 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	11h40	17:30 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
TK1852+TK9195	05:50 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	13h30	19:20 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
A31475 · A31805	05:50 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	9h45	15:35 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
TK1852+TK9191	05:50 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	27h20	09:10 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
A31475+A3803	05:50 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	5h55	11:45 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
LH1819+LH5916	05:50 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	5h55	11:45 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
TK1852+TK9193	05:50 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	8h30	14:20 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
TK1852 · TK1843	05:50 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	24h05	05:55 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
A31475 · A31800	05:50 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	6h45	12:35 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
IB428 · IB833	06:00 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	6h10	12:10 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
LH1137 · LH1282	06:00 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	8h40	14:40 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
LH1137+LH5921	06:00 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	5h55	11:55 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
LH1809 · LH1752	07:05 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	5h30	12:35 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
QR138 · QR203	07:15 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	26h10	09:25 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
QR138 · QR207	07:15 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	32h15	15:30 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
KL1498+KL1957	07:20 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	15h00	22:20 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
KL1498+KL1955	07:20 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	6h20	13:40 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
JU581+A37611	07:55 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	6h40	14:35 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
JU581 · JU536	07:55 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	16h30	00:25 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
AF1132+AF1149	07:55 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	15h15	23:10 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
AF1032+AF1149	07:55 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	12h20	20:15 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
AF1832+AF1149	07:55 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	6h10	14:05 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
LH1125 · LH1282	08:15 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	6h25	14:40 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
IB408 · IB835	08:35 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	8h00	16:35 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
KL1512 · KL1957	09:05 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	13h15	22:20 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
az77 · az718	09:40 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	5h55	15:35 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
TK1854 · TK1843	10:00 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	19h55	05:55 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
LH1811 · LH1754	10:00 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	5h35	15:35 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
TK1854+TK9195	10:00 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	9h20	19:20 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
TK1854 · TK1841	10:00 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	14h05	00:05 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
TK1854 · TK1845	10:00 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	7h30	17:30 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
A3711	10:00 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	2h50	12:50 Athens International Airport (ATH)	0 changesdirect
TK1854+TK9191	10:00 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	23h10	09:10 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
QR3561+QR132 · QR203	10:15 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	23h10	09:25 Athens International Airport (ATH)	2 changes
QR3561+QR114 · QR203	10:15 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	23h10	09:25 Athens International Airport (ATH)	2 changes
AF1349 · AF1032	10:20 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	9h55	20:15 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
AF1349 · AF1132	10:20 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	12h50	23:10 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
IB410 · IB835	10:30 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	6h05	16:35 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
QR5376+QR150 · QR203	10:30 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	22h55	09:25 Athens International Airport (ATH)	2 changes
QR5376+QR152 · QR203	10:30 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	22h55	09:25 Athens International Airport (ATH)	2 changes
VY8106	10:50 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	2h55	13:45 Athens International Airport (ATH)	0 changesdirect
IB5684	10:50 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	2h55	13:45 Athens International Airport (ATH)	0 changesdirect
LH1127 · LH1284	10:50 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	7h20	18:10 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
KL1514 · KL1957	11:20 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	11h00	22:20 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
A31432 · A31808	11:30 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	8h30	20:00 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
A31432+A3807	11:30 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	7h25	18:55 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change
LH1813+LH5910	11:30 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)	7h25	18:55 Athens International Airport (ATH)	1 change

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How far in advance should I book flight tickets from Barcelona to Athens?

The best time to book your flight from Barcelona to Athens is 63 days before departure. See how prices for flights change on the Barcelona to Athens route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Barcelona to Athens per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your flight from Barcelona to Athens.

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Airlines: Vueling Airlines, Aegean Airlines and Air Serbia Barcelona to Athens

Travel from Barcelona to Athens from £42 with Omio’s flight partners Vueling Airlines, Aegean Airlines and Air Serbia! You can find the best timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the most affordable trip for you.

Vueling is one of Spain’s leading low-cost airlines where you can choose between Basic, Optima or Time Flex tickets for your next flight from Barcelona to Athens.

Flight information from Barcelona to Athens with Vueling Airlines:

Average Duration: 2 h 50 min
Cheapest Price: £42

Iberia is Spain’s leading airline, headquartered in Adolfo Suárez-Madrid Barajas in Madrid, offering flights around Europe and across the world. It offers different fares for your next flight from Barcelona to Athens including: Basic Fare, Classic Fare, Flexible Fare and Business Club.

Barcelona to Athens flight information with Iberia:

Average Duration: 7 h 15 min
Cheapest Price: £102

FAQs: Barcelona to Athens flights

FAQs: Take a flight from Barcelona to Athens hassle-free. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Barcelona to Athens.

Cheap plane tickets from Barcelona to Athens can start from as little as £42 when you book in advance. The average flight ticket price for Barcelona to Athens is £123; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The flight time between Barcelona and Athens is on average 2 h 50 min for the 1165 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go between Barcelona and Athens by flight can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The earliest flight from Barcelona to Athens leaves at 05: 15. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The latest flight from Barcelona to Athens leaves at 21: 15.

Yes, there are 4 direct flights a day from Barcelona to Athens with Vueling Airlines. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct flights.

For the best Barcelona to Athens flight to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with Vueling Airlines, Aegean Airlines, Air Serbia, Lufthansa, ITA, GetJet Airlines, SWISS, Ryanair, Air France, Turkish Airlines, KM Malta Airlines, Stobart Air, Iberia, KLM, TUIfly, Eurowings, Austrian Airlines, LOT Polish Airlines, Pegasus Airlines or Air Baltic. However, it's always good to check all possible airlines with services between Barcelona and Athens to compare what amenities they may offer.

Flights from Barcelona to Athens generally leave from Barcelona El Prat Airport and arrive in Athens International Airport.

Barcelona El Prat Airport is 14.5 km away from Barcelona city centre and Athens International Airport is 37.2 km from Athens city centre.

The cheapest month for a flight from Barcelona to Athens is September.

Yes, you can take a flight to Athens from Barcelona.

Since both Barcelona and Athens are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.

There is a time difference of 1 h between Barcelona and Athens all year round.

For international flights we recommend to arrive 2.5 to 3 hours before departure. Please check the website of your departure airport if in doubt. Some airports may offer booking time slots for security checks or offer additional information on when to get there based on time of day.

Most airlines permit carry-on bags that fit within specific dimensions (e. G. 22 x 14 x 9 inches or 56 x 36 x 23 cm), including handles and wheels. Bags must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you.

Many airlines impose weight limits, commonly ranging between 7 kg (15 lbs) and 12 kg (26 lbs).
Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you.
Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.

The list of items prohibited on an airplane varies by country and airline, but in general, the following items are not allowed in carry-on or checked baggage: Weapons and self-defence items, sharp objects, flammable materials, explosives, toxic substances, or liquids over 100ml (except for medications and baby essentials). In checked baggage, firearms (without authorization), explosives, large lithium batteries, and hazardous chemicals are prohibited. Electronic cigarettes must be in carry-on bags, while alcohol and dry ice have restrictions. Always check with your airline for specific regulations.

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Important Stations and Airports in Barcelona and Athens

Barcelona

Athens

The major airport for departures in Barcelona is Barcelona El Prat Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Barcelona El Prat Airport for your trip from Barcelona to Athens.

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