Journey information
Overview: Barcelona to Santander flight
Flights from Barcelona to Santander depart on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 20m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £32 if you book in advance.
There are 2 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:50, the last at 19:30. The fastest flight covers the 541 km distance in 1h 20m. January is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 541 km |
Average flight duration 3h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Flights per day 4 |
Direct flights 2 |
Fastest flight 1h 20m |
First flight 5:50 |
Last flight 19:30 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
The cheapest and fastest flights from Barcelona to Santander
Cheapest price
£117
Average price
£275
Fastest journey
1 h 25 m
Average duration
2 h 55 m
Flights per day
15
Distance
541 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Barcelona to Santander is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Santander will cost around £275 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £117.
Of the 15 flights that leave Barcelona for Santander 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 541 km distance in an average of 2 h 55 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
The slowest flights will take 4 h 45 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.
VY159615:401h25Barcelona El Prat Airport17:05Santander Airport£1171One-way0 changes
UX7710+
0419311:1012h18Barcelona El Prat Airport23:28Santander station£1741One-way1 change
IB406+
0419311:3011h58Barcelona El Prat Airport23:28Santander station£1811One-way1 change
IB535215:401h25Barcelona El Prat Airport17:05Santander Airport£1831One-way0 changes
IB404+
041939:1514h13Barcelona El Prat Airport23:28Santander station£2821One-way1 change
VY159615:401h25Barcelona El Prat Airport17:05Santander Airport£1171One-way0 changes
IB535215:401h25Barcelona El Prat Airport17:05Santander Airport£1831One-way0 changes
IB412 · IB49313:353h25Barcelona El Prat Airport17:00Santander Airport£5251One-way1 change
IB418 · IB106518:153h35Barcelona El Prat Airport21:50Santander Airport£3221One-way1 change
IB644 · IB106517:054h45Barcelona El Prat Airport21:50Santander Airport£3221One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Barcelona to Santander
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Santander among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £47. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £47, and a flight costs an average of £32.
Distance: 541 km
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Live departures
Barcelona to Santander flight times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Santander flights for tomorrow, Sunday 31 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IB426+ 04193 | 7:00 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 16h28 | 23:28 Santander station | 1 change | |
IB426+ 04143 | 7:00 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 11h04 | 18:04 Santander station | 1 change | |
IB404+ 04193 | 9:15 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 14h13 | 23:28 Santander station | 1 change | |
IB404+ 04143 | 9:15 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 8h49 | 18:04 Santander station | 1 change | |
IB408+ 04193 | 10:35 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 12h53 | 23:28 Santander station | 1 change | |
UX7710+ 04193 | 11:10 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 12h18 | 23:28 Santander station | 1 change | |
IB406+ 04193 | 11:30 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 11h58 | 23:28 Santander station | 1 change | |
UX7706+ 04193 | 11:50 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 11h38 | 23:28 Santander station | 1 change | |
IB412+ 04193 | 13:35 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 9h53 | 23:28 Santander station | 1 change | |
IB412 · IB493 | 13:35 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 3h25 | 17:00 Santander Airport | 1 change | |
IB414+ 04193 | 14:50 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 8h38 | 23:28 Santander station | 1 change | |
VY1596 | 15:40 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1h25 | 17:05 Santander Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
IB5352 | 15:40 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1h25 | 17:05 Santander Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
IB644 · IB1065 | 17:05 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 4h45 | 21:50 Santander Airport | 1 change | |
IB418 · IB1065 | 18:15 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 3h35 | 21:50 Santander Airport | 1 change | |
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Barcelona to Santander Flights: An Overview
Flights from Barcelona to Santander run on a regular basis during both the weekdays and weekends. They're serviced by a number of airlines, including national and international carriers such as Iberia and British Airways. Direct flights run for a total of one hour and 20 minutes but there are also a number of indirect flights with up to two changes.
Which airlines fly from Barcelona to Santander?
Flights from Barcelona to Santander are serviced by a choice selection of airlines. Airlines that service or partially service the route are British Airways, Iberia, vueling, and Ryanair. Partial service routes run mostly on the weekdays since flights from Barcelona to Santander are lower in volume on weekends.
How long is the flight from Barcelona to Santander?
The overall duration of the route is, on average, about an hour and 30 minutes. This is for direct flights and these are the fastest way to travel between the two cities. Some routes can run for a total of three to four hours and these are usually services that have a short stopover in cities like Madrid. It should be noted that indirect flights can take up to 10 hours in some cases. The longest available flight with two changes is 30 hours long.
How many flights are there from Barcelona to Santander?
Flights from Barcelona to Santander vary depending on the day of the week and time of year. During the weekdays, there can be anywhere from 10-15 flights from Barcelona to Santander. Weekends, however, see significantly fewer flights, ranging from about 4-7. There are only three direct flights on weekdays, and they run throughout the day. Indirect flights are far more frequent, making up a greater volume of the flights from Barcelona to Santander.
What are the departure and arrival airports for flights from Barcelona to Santander?
Departure airport: flights that depart from Barcelona leave the Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN). It is located roughly 12 kilometers from the city center and takes around 30 minutes to an hour to arrive from this central location. By bus, travelers can take the number 46 during the day, and the N16, N17, and N18 services during the night. By metro, travelers should take line L9S.
The airport itself is the largest of the three servicing Barcelona and sees around 44 million passengers every year. It has two major terminals, with Terminal two split into two parts. There are a variety of amenities including a children's play area, unlimited free WiFi, restaurants, concession stands, luggage storage and lockers, a pharmacy, mobile phone charging units, chapels and prayer rooms, duty-free shopping outlets, showers, spas, and even salon services.
Arrival airport: for arrivals, all flights from Barcelona to Santander land at the Santander Airport (SDR). It's located just six kilometers from the city's center and takes just 10 minutes by car to travel this distance. Travelers who are looking to take the bus can use the 'Transporte de Cantabria', which reaches the city center in 15 minutes.
Though there's only one terminal, Santandar Airport boasts many of the regular facilities and amenities expected in an airport, including free WiFi, regular shops and eateries, airport hotels, a children's play area, and mobile charging stations.
FAQs: Barcelona to Santander flights
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Santander 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 Santander, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Barcelona and Santander
- 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
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops available, including duty-free and convenience stores.
- Parking available near the terminal, approximately 1.2€ per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Lounge available, access with membership or fee.
- Located in the terminal, contact information desk.
- Bus: ALSA, 17
- Train: RENFE
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