BCN - STN

£19 Find Cheap Flights from Barcelona to London Stansted Airport – Compare and Save

1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Save 34% or more on flights. Compare deals from all over the web.

Never overpay with our price tracking tools.

Filter searches by price, airline and more to find your best flights.

Everything you should know

Cheapest return flight
£34
Typical prices: £42-£89
Ryanair
Wed 12/12Thu 13/12
BCN - STN • Direct
Cheapest direct flights
£34
Typical prices: £42-£88
Ryanair
Wed 28/11Fri 30/11
BCN - STN • Direct
Direct flights
Every day
You can fly direct with Ryanair. Average duration is 2h 25m
Direct flights
+1
Direct flights
+1
Avoid delays
Ryanair
Most punctual • 76% on-time
Morning
Best time • Fewest delays
Insights
Insights
When to book
7 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 7 weeks in advance save around 35% compared to booking last minute.
Insights
Insights
When to travel
February
Cheapest • 21% price drop
December
Most popular
Good to know
+1
Good to know
+1
Start a new search
KAYAK searches hundreds of sites at once to find you the best travel deals.
We hope you enjoy your trip to London Stansted Airport!
Flight Deals
Booking Insights
Expert advice
Flight Deals

Cheap Flights from Barcelona-El Prat to Stansted (BCN-STN)

 
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from Barcelona-El Prat to Stansted

Tue, 1 Dec - Sun, 6 Dec
Ryanair Logo
06:20 - 07:45BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-STN London Stansted
2h 25mdirect
Ryanair Logo
09:20 - 12:30STN  London Stansted-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
2h 10mdirect
£34Ryanair
Sat, 28 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
Ryanair Logo
19:55 - 21:20BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-STN London Stansted
2h 25mdirect
Ryanair Logo
08:20 - 11:30STN  London Stansted-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
2h 10mdirect
£34Ryanair
Wed, 2 Dec - Sat, 5 Dec
Ryanair Logo
08:15 - 09:40BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-STN London Stansted
2h 25mdirect
Ryanair Logo
21:00 - 00:10STN  London Stansted-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
2h 10mdirect
£34Ryanair
Sat, 12 Dec - Sat, 12 Dec
Ryanair Logo
12:20 - 13:45BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-STN London Stansted
2h 25mdirect
Ryanair Logo
16:55 - 20:05STN  London Stansted-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
2h 10mdirect
£34Ryanair
Sun, 6 Dec - Tue, 15 Dec
Ryanair Logo
07:30 - 08:55BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-STN London Stansted
2h 25mdirect
Ryanair Logo
08:10 - 11:20STN  London Stansted-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
2h 10mdirect
£34Ryanair
Sat, 12 Dec - Mon, 14 Dec
Ryanair Logo
12:20 - 13:45BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-STN London Stansted
2h 25mdirect
Ryanair Logo
09:20 - 12:30STN  London Stansted-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
2h 10mdirect
£34Ryanair
Sat, 28 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
Ryanair Logo
17:55 - 19:20BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-STN London Stansted
2h 25mdirect
Ryanair Logo
08:20 - 11:30STN  London Stansted-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
2h 10mdirect
£34Ryanair
Sat, 12 Dec - Sun, 13 Dec
Ryanair Logo
12:20 - 13:45BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-STN London Stansted
2h 25mdirect
Ryanair Logo
09:20 - 12:30STN  London Stansted-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
2h 10mdirect
£34Ryanair
Wed, 25 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:00 - 22:20BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-STN London Stansted
6h 20m1 stop Turin Citta Di Torino
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:05 - 13:15STN  London Stansted-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
2h 10mdirect
£47Multiple Airlines
Tue, 1 Dec - Sat, 5 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:15 - 22:55BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-STN London Stansted
10h 40m1 stop Turin Citta Di Torino
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:45 - 00:55STN  London Stansted-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
2h 10mdirect
£49Multiple Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Barcelona-El Prat Airport to London Stansted Airport flights

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

How much is a return flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to London Stansted Airport?

Return flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to London Stansted Airport typically range from £42 to £89. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £34 on Ryanair.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to London Stansted Airport. It's 11% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 27% higher.

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

•February and November are the cheapest months to fly from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to London Stansted Airport at £46 return.
•December (£86) and August (£69) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 88% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to London Stansted Airport are cheapest 7 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 35% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Find deals
Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Barcelona-El Prat to Stansted

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on BCN

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specialising in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favourite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history.

Read more

Key details for Barcelona-El Prat Airport to London Stansted Airport flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

£19
Beat the crowds with an average 42% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 69% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to London Stansted Airport

When to book flights from Barcelona-El Prat to Stansted

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Barcelona-El Prat to Stansted based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price

Your Barcelona-El Prat Airport to London Stansted 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 Barcelona-El Prat Airport to London Stansted Airport?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 06:20 and lands at 08:45
    • Latest: departs at 21:55 and lands at 00:20.

    The flight takes about 2h 25m.

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

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

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

    A direct flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to London Stansted Airport takes 2h 25m, covering 736 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to London Stansted 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 Barcelona-El Prat Airport to London Stansted Airport flight?

    Return flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to London Stansted Airport range from £42 to £89, with an average of £58 over the past 12 months. Anything below £42 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 28% above the £58 route average. Book 7 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to London Stansted Airport?

    Ryanair is the only airline operating Barcelona-El Prat Airport to London Stansted Airport flights. 76% of its flights are on time.

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

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £16–£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 Barcelona-El Prat Airport to London Stansted Airport?

    The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Ryanair and Jet2. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320-100/200 variants.

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

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Barcelona-El Prat Airport to London Stansted Airport flights, with 34% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, Evening flights for 33%, and Night flights for 0%.

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

    One-way fares from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to London Stansted Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £21, which is 58% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at London Stansted Airport (STN)?

    London Stansted Airport (STN) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £29 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • DRIVALIA
    • Europcar
    • Alamo
    • U-Save

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

    Flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to London Stansted Airport usually depart from Barcelona-El Prat (BCN) and arrive at London Stansted (STN).

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

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to London Stansted 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 Barcelona-El Prat Airport to London Stansted Airport route, 24% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 12m.

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 30% on flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to London Stansted Airport. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at £52 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £73, a difference of £22.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

    Only Ryanair operates flights between Barcelona-El Prat Airport and London Stansted Airport.

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

    London Stansted Airport is 1 hour behind Barcelona-El Prat Airport (British Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in London Stansted Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in London Stansted Airport are Hyde Park, Tower Bridge, and Royal Albert Hall. These are among the most viewed places in London Stansted Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Barcelona-El Prat Airport to London Stansted Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Barcelona-El Prat Airport to London Stansted Airport flights:

    • Ryanair: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

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

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

    • Ryanair: 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 Barcelona-El Prat Airport to London Stansted 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average £52, about £22 less than Sunday fares (30% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 7 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 35% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Barcelona-El Prat Airport to London Stansted Airport trip for February. Fares historically average £46 return in that month – typically £40 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Barcelona-El Prat to London Stansted Airport?

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

Direct departures

Barcelona-El Prat to London Stansted

Monday

Ryanair

Ryanair

Tuesday

Ryanair

Ryanair

Wednesday

Ryanair

Ryanair

Thursday

Ryanair

Ryanair

Friday

Ryanair

Ryanair

Saturday

Ryanair

Ryanair

Sunday

Ryanair

Ryanair

See more direct flights

Direct returns

London Stansted to Barcelona-El Prat

Monday

Ryanair

Ryanair

Tuesday

Ryanair

Ryanair

Wednesday

Ryanair

Ryanair

Thursday

Ryanair

Ryanair

Friday

Ryanair

Ryanair

Saturday

Ryanair

Ryanair

Sunday

Ryanair

Ryanair

See more direct flights

More options for your flight from Barcelona-El Prat to Stansted

Complete your trip to Stansted with a hotel stay or car hire

Car hire in London
Hotels in London
Holidays in London