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Cheapest return flight
£91
Typical prices: £171-£324
Ryanair
Wed 31/10Tue 6/11
CWL - BCN • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£85
Typical prices: £100-£212
Ryanair
Sun 14/10
CWL - BCN • 2 stops
When to travel
November
Cheapest • 42% price drop
September
Most popular
Good to know
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Good to know
+1
Top stopover airports
Alicante (ALC)
Cheapest • Avg £159 (return)
Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS)
Shortest trip • 6h 05m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cardiff to Barcelona (CWL-BCN)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cardiff to Barcelona

Sat, 31 Oct - Fri, 6 Nov
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23:50 - 09:35CWL  Cardiff Wales-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
8h 45m1 stop Dublin
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22:15 - 07:50BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-CWL Cardiff Wales
10h 35m1 stop Dublin
£91Ryanair
Sat, 31 Oct - Fri, 6 Nov
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23:50 - 09:35CWL  Cardiff Wales-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
8h 45m1 stop Dublin
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11:35 - 07:50BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-CWL Cardiff Wales
21h 15m2 stops Manchester Dublin
£91Ryanair
Sat, 31 Oct - Fri, 6 Nov
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23:50 - 09:35CWL  Cardiff Wales-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
8h 45m1 stop Dublin
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11:35 - 07:50BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-CWL Cardiff Wales
21h 15m2 stops Manchester Dublin
£94Ryanair
Sat, 31 Oct - Fri, 6 Nov
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23:50 - 09:35CWL  Cardiff Wales-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
8h 45m1 stop Dublin
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19:05 - 07:50BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-CWL Cardiff Wales
13h 45m1 stop Dublin
£94Ryanair
Sat, 31 Oct - Fri, 6 Nov
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23:50 - 09:35CWL  Cardiff Wales-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
8h 45m1 stop Dublin
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13:45 - 07:50BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-CWL Cardiff Wales
19h 05m2 stops London Luton Dublin
£99Ryanair
Sat, 31 Oct - Fri, 6 Nov
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23:50 - 09:35CWL  Cardiff Wales-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
8h 45m1 stop Dublin
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13:45 - 07:50BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-CWL Cardiff Wales
19h 05m2 stops Manchester Dublin
£103Multiple Airlines
Sat, 31 Oct - Fri, 6 Nov
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10:20 - 23:05CWL  Cardiff Wales-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
11h 45m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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19:55 - 17:00BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-CWL Cardiff Wales
22h 05m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
£202KLM
Wed, 11 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
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10:20 - 19:00CWL  Cardiff Wales-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
7h 40m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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13:10 - 09:45BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-CWL Cardiff Wales
21h 35m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
£202KLM
Mon, 1 Feb - Tue, 9 Feb
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17:30 - 23:05CWL  Cardiff Wales-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
4h 35m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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11:15 - 09:50BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-CWL Cardiff Wales
23h 35m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
£242KLM
Mon, 1 Feb - Mon, 8 Feb
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10:20 - 23:05CWL  Cardiff Wales-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
11h 45m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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13:10 - 09:50BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-CWL Cardiff Wales
21h 40m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
£270KLM
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cardiff to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Cardiff to Barcelona-El Prat Airport with more confidence.

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

Return flights from Cardiff to Barcelona-El Prat Airport start at £91. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from £171 to £324. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £91 on Ryanair.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cardiff to Barcelona-El Prat Airport and is 31% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 32% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Cardiff to Barcelona-El Prat Airport at £137 return.
•May (£478) and March (£450) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 247% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Cardiff to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

£85
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 9% lower on average.
Flights from Cardiff to Barcelona-El Prat Airport

When to book flights from Cardiff to Barcelona

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

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Cardiff to Barcelona-El Prat Airport:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

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

    There are currently no direct flights available from Cardiff to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Flights with 1 stopover take between 6h 02m and 11h 31m in total, depending on the connection.

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

    Return flights from Cardiff to Barcelona-El Prat Airport range from £171 to £324, with an average of £236 over the past 12 months. Anything below £171 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Cardiff 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 £91 to £646. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Cardiff to Barcelona-El Prat Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £170, which is 44% 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 £1 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Record go
    • NIZACARS
    • Goldcar Rental SP
    • CLICK RENT
    • Ok Mobility

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

    Flights from Cardiff to Barcelona-El Prat Airport usually depart from Cardiff Wales (CWL) and arrive at Barcelona-El Prat (BCN).

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

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

    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 90% of one-stop connections
    • Dublin (DUB) – 6% of one-stop connections
    • Malaga (AGP) – 2% of one-stop connections
    • Alicante (ALC) – 2% of one-stop connections

    Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 48% on the Cardiff to Barcelona-El Prat Airport route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at £164 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at £313, a difference of £149. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

    Flying via Alicante (ALC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 6h 02m, compared to 6h 05m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and 6h 34m via Malaga (AGP).

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

    Barcelona-El Prat Airport is 1 hour ahead of Cardiff (Central European Time vs British 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.

Your guide to booking Cardiff 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 Tuesday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average £164 – about £149 less than Friday (48% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cardiff to Barcelona-El Prat Airport trip for November. Fares historically average £137 return in that month – typically £340 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).

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