Flying from Nanaimo Airport (YCD) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): what you need to know
Barcelona's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Barcelona eight hours ahead of Nanaimo.
Leave enough time to make your YCD to BCN flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nanaimo Airport (YCD) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Nanaimo Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight is $545. A return ticket right now is $1,981. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from YCD to BCN, book in advance. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Nanaimo Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Discover the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Nanaimo Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Nanaimo Airport (YCD)
Of all flights leaving Nanaimo Airport, 74.87% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To reach Nanaimo Airport from central Nanaimo, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of about 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport.
Need a handy place to stay before your flight from Nanaimo Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport? Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ladysmith Oyster Bay and Kiwi Cove Lodge are close to YCD. They're an especially great choice if you have an early departure.
Arriving at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Consider booking a hotel close to BCN if you have a late Nanaimo Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Hit the road running by picking up a Barcelona-El Prat Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Nizacars Rent A Car and explore beyond Barcelona's main sights.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Barcelona-El Prat Airport around four weeks before you travel.
Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
Barcelona-El Prat Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from central Barcelona. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
It takes roughly 35 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Nanaimo Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Barcelona. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Barcelona is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your flights from Nanaimo Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from YCD to BCN in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
Explore more of Spain
Barcelona has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Spain just waiting to be explored. About 257 kilometres west of Barcelona, a visit to Zaragoza will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
Around 402 kilometres west of Barcelona, Logroño is another essential stop in Spain. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Concatedral de Santa Maria de la Redonda, Museo de la Rioja and Iglesia de Santiago el Real.
