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Cheapest return flight
£158
Typical prices: £190-£304
AJet
Fri 23/11Fri 30/11
ESB - BCN • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
£205
Typical prices: £96-£161
Pegasus Airlines
Sun 11/11
ESB - BCN • 1 stop
Direct flights
You can fly direct with AJet. Average duration is 4h 10m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 94% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 19 weeks in advance save around 43% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 42% price drop
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg £124 (return)
Shortest trip • 7h 41m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Ankara to Barcelona-El Prat (ESB-BCN)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Ankara to Barcelona-El Prat

Mon, 23 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov
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13:10 - 15:20ESB  Ankara Esenboga-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
4h 10mdirect
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18:35 - 11:20BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-ESB Ankara Esenboga
14h 45m1 stop Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
£158Multiple Airlines
Mon, 23 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov
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13:10 - 15:20ESB  Ankara Esenboga-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
4h 10mdirect
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07:55 - 22:20BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-ESB Ankara Esenboga
12h 25m2 stops Bergamo Orio Al Serio Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
£181Multiple Airlines
Mon, 23 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov
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13:10 - 15:20ESB  Ankara Esenboga-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
4h 10mdirect
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16:45 - 09:25BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-ESB Ankara Esenboga
14h 40m3 stops Turin Citta Di Torino Tirana Rinas Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
£196Multiple Airlines
Sun, 22 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov
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04:10 - 13:20ESB  Ankara Esenboga-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
11h 10m2 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Bergamo Orio Al Serio
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07:20 - 19:15BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-ESB Ankara Esenboga
9h 55m2 stops Venice Marco Polo Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
£222Multiple Airlines
Tue, 24 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov
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11:55 - 23:50ESB  Ankara Esenboga-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
13h 55m1 stop Istanbul
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12:20 - 09:10BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-ESB Ankara Esenboga
18h 50m1 stop Istanbul
£295Turkish Airlines
Sat, 12 Dec - Sun, 13 Dec
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11:55 - 17:05ESB  Ankara Esenboga-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
7h 10m1 stop Istanbul
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06:30 - 08:10BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-ESB Ankara Esenboga
23h 40m1 stop Istanbul
£359Turkish Airlines
Sat, 12 Dec - Sun, 13 Dec
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17:55 - 23:50ESB  Ankara Esenboga-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
7h 55m1 stop Istanbul
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06:30 - 03:10BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-ESB Ankara Esenboga
18h 40m1 stop Istanbul
£360Turkish Airlines
Tue, 26 Jan - Wed, 3 Feb
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10:40 - 17:05ESB  Ankara Esenboga-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
8h 25m1 stop Istanbul
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05:55 - 15:10BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-ESB Ankara Esenboga
7h 15m1 stop Istanbul
£368Turkish Airlines
Tue, 26 Jan - Tue, 2 Feb
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08:55 - 13:30ESB  Ankara Esenboga-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
6h 35m1 stop Istanbul
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06:30 - 15:10BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-ESB Ankara Esenboga
6h 40m1 stop Istanbul
£386Turkish Airlines
Tue, 26 Jan - Fri, 29 Jan
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17:55 - 23:50ESB  Ankara Esenboga-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
7h 55m1 stop Istanbul
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06:30 - 15:10BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-ESB Ankara Esenboga
6h 40m1 stop Istanbul
£390Turkish Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Ankara to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Ankara to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Ankara to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. It's 9% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 48% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Ankara to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Ankara to Barcelona-El Prat Airport at £131 return.
•July (£353) and August (£325) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 169% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Ankara to Barcelona-El Prat Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Ankara to Barcelona-El Prat Airport are cheapest 19 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 43% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Ankara to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

£158
Beat the crowds with an average 54% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 87% increase in traveller numbers.
Return flight from Ankara to Barcelona-El Prat Airport

When to book flights from Ankara to Barcelona-El Prat

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Ankara to Barcelona-El Prat based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Ankara to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Ankara to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Ankara to Barcelona-El Prat Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 11:35 and lands at 15:45
    • Latest: departs at 13:10 and lands at 17:20.

    The flight takes about 4h 10m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Ankara to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Ankara to Barcelona-El Prat Airport.

  • How long is a flight from Ankara to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    A direct flight from Ankara to Barcelona-El Prat Airport takes 4h 10m, covering 1,611 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Ankara to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Ankara to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight?

    Return flights from Ankara to Barcelona-El Prat Airport range from £190 to £304, with an average of £226 over the past 12 months. Anything below £190 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Ankara to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 0% above the £226 route average. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Ankara to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £124 return via Izmir Adnan Menderes Arpt (ADB), compared with £248 for direct.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Ankara to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £12–£75 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Ankara to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by AJet. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) variants.

  • How are flight departures from Ankara to Barcelona-El Prat Airport spread across the day?

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Ankara to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Ankara to Barcelona-El Prat Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £158 to £1,000. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Ankara to Barcelona-El Prat Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Ankara to Barcelona-El Prat Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £217, which is 79% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)?

    Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £22 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Record go
    • NIZACARS
    • Goldcar Rental SP
    • CLICK RENT
    • DRIVALIA

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Ankara to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    Flights from Ankara to Barcelona-El Prat Airport usually depart from Ankara Esenboga (ESB) and arrive at Barcelona-El Prat (BCN).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Ankara to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while morning departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Ankara to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Ankara to Barcelona-El Prat Airport route, 6% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 06m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Ankara to Barcelona-El Prat Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Ankara to Barcelona-El Prat Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW) – 56% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 28% of one-stop connections
    • Izmir Adnan Menderes Arpt (ADB) – 11% of one-stop connections
    • Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD) – 6% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Ankara to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 39% on flights from Ankara to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at £208 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £336, a difference of £128.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • Which airlines fly from Ankara to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    Only AJet operates flights between Ankara and Barcelona-El Prat Airport.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Ankara to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    Flying via Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 7h 41m, compared to 9h 03m via Istanbul (IST) and 11h 04m via Izmir Adnan Menderes Arpt (ADB).

  • What is the time difference between Ankara and Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    Barcelona-El Prat Airport is 2 hours behind Ankara (Central European Time vs Turkey Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Barcelona-El Prat Airport are La Rambla, Placa de Catalunya, and Sagrada Familia. These are among the most viewed places in Barcelona-El Prat Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Ankara to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • AJet: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Ankara to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average £208, about £128 less than Sunday fares (38% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 19 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 43% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Ankara to Barcelona-El Prat Airport trip for February. Fares historically average £131 return in that month – typically £222 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with AJet. Over the past three months, 94% of AJet flights from Ankara to Barcelona-El Prat Airport arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 94%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 1h 06m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Izmir Adnan Menderes Arpt Airport (ADB) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £124 return on this route – about £124 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Ankara to Barcelona?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Ankara Esenboga Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Ankara Esenboga to Barcelona-El Prat

Monday

AJet

AJet

Thursday

AJet

AJet

Saturday

AJet

AJet

Sunday

AJet

AJet

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Direct returns

Barcelona-El Prat to Ankara Esenboga

Monday

AJet

AJet

Thursday

AJet

AJet

Saturday

AJet

AJet

Sunday

AJet

AJet

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