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Museu Picasso
Barcelona’s leading art museum holds an outstanding collection of Picasso’s early works, offering insight into his formative years in the city.
Cheapest price on 04 Oct
£665
Average ticket price on 04 Oct
£713
Fastest journey on 04 Oct
18 h 35 m
Average journey duration on 04 Oct
23 h 22 m
Flights on 04 Oct
6
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 £713 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £665.
To travel from Basel to Barcelona you need to make at least one change.
KL1942 · KL1497
AF1393 · AF1148
AF1193 · AF1148
AF1393 · AF1648
AF1393 · AF1048
AF1393 · AF1148
AF1193 · AF1148
AF1393 · AF1648
AF1393 · AF1048
KL1942 · KL1497Flights from Basel to Barcelona depart on average 26 times per day, taking around 3h 43m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £4 by train.
There are 3 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:50, the last at 22:00. The fastest flight covers the 809 km distance in 1h 40m. September is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 809 km |
Average flight duration 3h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Flights per day 26 |
Direct flights 3 |
Fastest flight 1h 40m |
First flight 5:50 |
Last flight 22:00 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 70 days |
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Barcelona flights for tomorrow, Sunday 4 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
KL1942 · KL1497 | 6:30 EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 26h15 | 8:45 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
AF1193 · AF1148 | 10:35 EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 22h25 | 9:00 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
AF1393 · AF1148 | 14:25 EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 18h35 | 9:00 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
AF1393 · AF1648 | 14:25 EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 24h25 | 14:50 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
AF1393 · AF1048 | 14:25 EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 25h10 | 15:35 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
AF1393 · AF1548 | 14:25 EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg | 26h45 | 17:10 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
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Barcelona’s leading art museum holds an outstanding collection of Picasso’s early works, offering insight into his formative years in the city.
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A striking museum devoted to Joan Miró, with major paintings, sculptures and a bright hilltop setting on Montjuïc.
Barcelona’s famous boulevard links Plaça de Catalunya to the waterfront, lively with kiosks, architecture and constant people-watching.
The Gothic Quarter is a maze of medieval lanes, hidden squares and historic buildings that captures the atmosphere of old Barcelona.
This elegant avenue showcases luxury shops and several major modernista buildings, making it one of Barcelona’s best architectural walks.
A rustic Catalan salad of salt cod, tomatoes, onions and olives. It is a classic Barcelona starter linked to the region’s preserved fish traditions.
Toasted bread rubbed with tomato and olive oil, often finished with salt. This simple Catalan staple appears on tables across Barcelona.
Short pasta baked with pork, sausage, tomatoes and aioli. A beloved Catalan comfort dish strongly associated with family meals and local cuisine.
World-renowned fine dining restaurant by the sea, noted for creative seafood-focused tasting menus and polished service.
Long-standing tapas bar celebrated for bombas, vermouth and classic small plates in a busy, no-frills local atmosphere.
Historic market bar in La Boqueria, famous for fresh seafood, tapas and a lively counter dining atmosphere.
Moderate for Western Europe: hotels can be pricey in peak season, but dining and public transport are reasonable for tourists.
Tipping is optional. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; round up in taxis; small change is fine in cafés.
Official public transport app
Barcelona El Prat Airport Train Station -> Passeig de Gràcia, Barcelona
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.

Most Basel to Barcelona flights use the EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg to Barcelona El Prat Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Basel and Barcelona airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg is 2 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas, offering multiple currencies.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg: Elevators, ramps, assistance.
Barcelona El Prat Airport is 3 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona El Prat Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for an unlimited time. ATMs are located throughout both terminals, offering services from various banks.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Barcelona El Prat Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona El Prat Airport: Elevators, ramps.
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