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Overview: Barcelona to Donostia-San Sebastian flight
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Flights from Barcelona to Donostia-San Sebastian depart on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 17m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £33 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
There are 3 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 06:25, the last at 18:10. The fastest flight covers the 401 km distance in 1h 15m. April is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 401 km |
Average flight duration 4h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Flights per day 4 |
Direct flights 3 |
Fastest flight 1h 15m |
First flight 6:25 |
Last flight 18:10 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 77 days |
The cheapest and fastest flights from Barcelona to Donostia-San Sebastian
Cheapest price
£297
Average price
£429
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 15 m
Flights per day
2
Distance
401 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Barcelona to Donostia-San Sebastian is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Donostia-San Sebastian will cost around £429 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £297.
Of the 2 flights that leave Barcelona for Donostia-San Sebastian every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 401 km distance in an average of 1 h 15 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
The slowest flights will take 1 h 15 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.
VY248616:051h15Barcelona El Prat Airport17:20San Sebastián Airport£2971One-way0 changes- IB542916:051h15Barcelona El Prat Airport17:20San Sebastián Airport£5611One-way0 changes
- VY248616:051h15Barcelona El Prat Airport17:20San Sebastián Airport£2971One-way0 changes
- IB542916:051h15Barcelona El Prat Airport17:20San Sebastián Airport£5611One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Barcelona to Donostia-San Sebastian
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Donostia-San Sebastian among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a flight costs an average of £33.
Distance: 401 km
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| Flight | Most popular Coach | Train |
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£187 Average Price | £41 Average Price Cheapest | £64 Average Price |
7h 17m Average total duration Fastest 4h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 34m Average total duration 8h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 23m Average total duration 5h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Barcelona to Donostia-San Sebastian flight times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Donostia-San Sebastian flights for tomorrow, Thursday 16 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| VY2486 | 14:05 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1h15 | 15:20 San Sebastián Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| IB5429 | 14:05 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1h15 | 15:20 San Sebastián Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs Vueling?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Vueling, but also compare tickets for the likes of Iberia to find the best option for your trip from Barcelona to Donostia-San Sebastian.
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Why book with Omio over Edreams, Kayak or Skyscanner?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Iberia to find the best option for your trip from Barcelona to Donostia-San Sebastian.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Barcelona to Donostia-San Sebastian.
Airlines: Vueling, Iberia from Barcelona to Donostia-San SebastianFind the best flights between Barcelona to Donostia-San Sebastian with Omio's travel partners Vueling, Iberia from £13. We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best trip.
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Flights from Barcelona to San Sebastian
The internal flight from Barcelona across Aragon to the Basque resort of San Sebastian is one of the shorter domestic connections in Spain. Although there are some direct services from the Catalan city to San Sebastian's local airport with a budget airline, there are also frequent daily flights to Bilbao Airport, a little further west along the Bay of Biscay coast. Flight times to San Sebastian are around an hour and 15 minutes, with departures from Barcelona in the morning and late afternoon.
Which airlines fly from Barcelona to San Sebastian?
Spanish budget airline Vueling offers daily direct flights from Barcelona to San Sebastian's compact local airport, with some services operating in a codeshare agreement with Spanish national carrier Iberia. Vueling also operates daily direct services from Barcelona to Bilbao, San Sebastian 's closest major international airport.
How long is the flight from Barcelona to San Sebastian?
Vueling's direct flights from Barcelona take one hour and 15 minutes to cover the 250-mile route northwest to San Sebastian. Vueling flights to Bilbao take the same time.
How many flights are there from Barcelona to San Sebastian?
The Vueling timetable offers two direct flights to San Sebastian from Barcelona seven days a week. Departure times are in the early morning and late afternoon. The Vueling schedule to Bilbao includes five direct weekday flights, with one flight on Saturdays and three on Sundays. Weekday timetables include morning, afternoon, and late evening take-off times.
What are the departure and arrival airports for flights from Barcelona to San Sebastian?
Departure airport: Barcelona El Prat Airport is one of Europe's busiest airports, situated about nine miles south-west of central Barcelona. It is connected by frequent trains on Metro line L9 and Aerobus shuttle services, taking 20-30 minutes to reach the terminal. The airport has long and short-stay parking lots, a fashion mall, international restaurants and tapas bars, business facilities, and free WiFi.
Arrival airport: San Sebastian Airport is ten miles east of the city, by the French border, with local buses taking 30 minutes to get downtown. Bilbao Airport is about 55 miles west of San Sebastian, with express bus connections taking one hour to 90 minutes to reach the city. Both airports have coffee shops, gift stores, free WiFi, and taxi stands.
FAQs: Barcelona to Donostia-San Sebastian flights
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Donostia-San Sebastian by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Donostia-San Sebastian, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Barcelona and Donostia-San Sebastian
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- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for an unlimited time.
- Shops are available in both terminals, including duty-free and brands like Zara and Desigual.
- Parking available with several options including long-term and short-term parking, approximately 3€ per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
- Yes
- Lounges available, including the Sala VIP Pau Casals in Terminal 1.
- Located in both terminals, with offices located near the baggage claim areas.
- Buses: Aerobús A1, Aerobús A2, 46, N17
- Metro: L9 Sud
- Train: R2 Nord
WifiShoppingParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found Office- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- There are a few shops, including a duty-free shop, located in the main terminal area.
- Parking available near the terminal, approximately 1.2€ per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Lounge available for passengers.
- Located in the main terminal.
- Bus E21
- Bus E27
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