4.9
4.6Journey information
Overview: Basel to Barcelona flight
Switzerland
Spain
Flights from Basel to Barcelona depart on average 19 times per day, taking around 2h 0m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £51 but you can travel from only £45 by coach.
There are 3 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:50, the last at 22:45. The fastest flight covers the 809 km distance in 1h 40m. October is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 809 km |
Average flight duration 2h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £51 |
Flights per day 19 |
Direct flights 3 |
Fastest flight 1h 40m |
Cheapest month to travel October |
First flight 05:50 |
Last flight 22:45 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from Basel to Barcelona
Cheapest price
£93
Average price
£576
Fastest journey
1 h 40 m
Average duration
2 h 52 m
Flights per day
22
Distance
809 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Basel to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Barcelona will cost around £576 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £93.
Of the 22 flights that leave Basel for Barcelona every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 809 km distance in an average of 2 h 52 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
The slowest flights will take 4 h 50 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.
VY6279
U27102U27104
KL1942+
KL1517KL1942+KL1519VY6279U27102U27104KL1942+KL1511
AF1048+
AF1293
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Basel to Barcelona
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Basel to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £45. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £45, and a train costs an average of £184.
Distance: 809 km
Compare flight with
Most popular Flight | Train | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£137 Average Price | £187 Average Price | £91 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 0m Average total duration Fastest 2h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 42m Average total duration 8h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 57m Average total duration 15h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
2.4 - 4.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular airline |  Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Basel to Barcelona flight times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Barcelona flights for today, Thursday 20 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| U27102 | 08:50 EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 1h45 | 10:35 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| VY6279 | 15:35 EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 1h40 | 17:15 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| U27104 | 20:10 EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 1h45 | 21:55 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
How far in advance should I book flight tickets from Basel to Barcelona?
Compare prices and tickets Basel to Barcelona by train, coach or flight
Compare train, coach and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
21 Nov
22 Nov
23 Nov
24 Nov
25 Nov
26 Nov
27 Nov
28 Nov
29 Nov
30 Nov
01 Dec
02 Dec
03 Dec
04 Dec
05 Dec
06 Dec
07 Dec
08 Dec
09 Dec
10 Dec
11 Dec
Airlines: Vueling Airlines, easyJet, GetJet Airlines, Lufthansa, Stobart Air from Basel to BarcelonaFind the best flights between Basel to Barcelona with Omio's travel partners Vueling Airlines, easyJet, GetJet Airlines, Lufthansa, Stobart Air from £45. We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best trip.
Lufthansa
Vueling Airlines
Stobart Air
easyJet
GetJet Airlines
Basel to Barcelona Flights: An Overview
One of the great European cities, Barcelona is renowned for its artistic architecture, its famous football club and vibrant nightlife. It is also an important business city and has direct flight connections with Basel airport in the heart of Europe. Daily direct flights from Basel to Barcelona are provided by a choice of budget airlines, with journey times to Spain of around one hour and 40 minutes. Departures are available in the early morning, afternoon and evening. Indirect flights with a wide choice of airlines are available daily, requiring one stop en route.
Which airlines fly from Basel to Barcelona?
The UK budget airline easyJet provides daily direct flights from EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg to Barcelona seven days a week. Spanish budget carrier vueling also provides direct flights from Basel to Barcelona six days a week. Daily indirect connections to Barcelona with one change in transit include KLM flights from Basel via Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, Iberia connections via Madrid Barajas and Air France HOP services via Paris Charles De Gaulle.
How long is the flight from Basel to Barcelona?
Some vueling and easyJet direct flights from Basel to Barcelona take one hour and forty minutes to complete the 809-kilometer journey southwest to the Catalan capital. Other easyJet direct flights from the Swiss city take five minutes longer to reach Barcelona. The quickest indirect flights to Barcelona from Basel are KLM services via Amsterdam, taking a total journey time of four hours and 20 minutes. Other indirect flights take more than five hours to complete the journey from Switzerland.
How many flights are there from Basel to Barcelona?
The easyJet budget airline timetable offers three daily direct flights from Basel to Barcelona six days a week, with two direct services on Saturdays. Spanish budget operator vueling provides a direct flight six days a week, with no service on Saturdays. easyJet offers morning and evening flights to Barcelona, with vueling connections departing in the afternoon. There are also around ten indirect daily connections to Barcelona from Basel with a choice of airlines and routes, with take-off times from early morning to mid-evening.
What are the departure and arrival airports for flights from Basel to Barcelona?
Departure Airport: EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg is located in the French, Swiss and German border area, four kilometers north-west of Basel city center. Public transport transfers from downtown are available on bus route 50, taking 20 minutes to reach the airport. The airport has parking lots on the French and Swiss sides, and facilities at the terminal include designer fashion outlets, book stores, a business center, currency exchange bureaux, cafe-bars, restaurants and free WiFi.
Arrival Airport: Barcelona El Prat Airport is located 12 kilometers south-west of the city center, with connections available on metro line L9 Sud or Aerobus express shuttles, taking around 30 minutes to get downtown. Passenger facilities at the terminal include car rental desks, baggage storage, duty-free shopping malls, international restaurants, business lounges, ATMs, currency exchange bureaux, free WiFi and taxi stands.
FAQs: Basel to Barcelona flights
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Barcelona 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 Barcelona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Flights from Basel to Barcelona generally leave from EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg and arrive in Barcelona El Prat Airport.
EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg is 7.2 km away from Basel city centre and Barcelona El Prat Airport is 14.5 km from Barcelona city centre.
popular airports
Important Stations and Airports in Basel and Barcelona
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Shower
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops include duty-free and fashion stores, located in the main terminal.
- Parking available with short-term and long-term options, approximately 3€ per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance.
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
- Yes
- Lounges available, including the EuroAirport Skyview Lounge.
- Located in the arrivals area, near the information desk.
- Buses: 50, 11
- Train: SBB
WifiShoppingParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerLoungeLost and Found Office- 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
Most popular flights from Basel
More options for your journey from Basel to Barcelona
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
Most popular flights to and from Barcelona and Basel
The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy
We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.
