Travelling from Colombo to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): What you need to know
Colombo's main base, Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Colombo to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN).
Barcelona is four hours 30 minutes behind Colombo. Barcelona-El Prat Airport is located in Barcelona, which runs on the UTC+1 timezone.
Leave enough time to make your flight from Colombo to BCN. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
In peak travel periods, allow for extended wait times and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
RML is about 16 kilometres from central Colombo. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near Colombo Ratmalana Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Colombo to Barcelona-El Prat Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Break up your flight from Colombo to Barcelona-El Prat Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Some great stopovers between Bandaranaike International Airport and BCN include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
CMB is around 32 kilometres from central Colombo. It'll take you 40 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Colombo to BCN flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Bandaranaike International Airport:
Bandaranaike International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 75.71%. This figure shows how often flights that depart from this airport reach their destination on schedule.
About Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Consider staying in a hotel close to BCN if you're catching a late flight from Colombo to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Barcelona-El Prat Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Nizacars Rent A Car and experience more of Barcelona and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Colombo to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
Barcelona-El Prat Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Barcelona. How long it takes to get to the centre by cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Colombo to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is ₹ 23,628. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 56,340. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Colombo to BCN. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
Cheap Colombo to Barcelona-El Prat Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Colombo to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
February is the quietest month for flights from Colombo to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN), while July is the most popular. Work out the ideal time to go to Barcelona based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Colombo to BCN flight ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Barcelona to range from 20ºC to 31ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Colombo to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC and 14ºC.
More about Barcelona
Start your Barcelona trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Colombo to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Sagrada Familia, Vinalium Sagrada Familia and Placa de la Sagrada Familia are essential stops on your Barcelona itinerary.
Explore more of Spain
Barcelona has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Spain just waiting to be discovered. About 241 kilometres west of Barcelona, a visit to Zaragoza will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Plaza España, Plaza del Pilar and La Seo del Salvador.
Around 274 kilometres south of Barcelona, Ibiza is another essential stop in Spain. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Platja d'en Bossa, Blue Ocean Ibiza and Playa de Ses Salines.
