Flying from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): what you need to know
Around 6 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from King Khaled International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport.
Barcelona's timezone is UTC+1, making Barcelona two hours behind Riyadh.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your RUH to BCN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Saudia has direct flights from King Khaled International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Barcelona — and maybe even more of Spain if time allows.
Most travellers choose to travel with Saudia on this route.
If you want to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from King Khaled International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. These are the top stopovers between RUH and BCN:
Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport
Cote D'Azur Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
At the moment, £97 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £216. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Get cheap tickets from RUH to BCN by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from King Khaled International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
Finding cheap flights from RUH to BCN is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as fares go down.
Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from King Khaled International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
86.76% of flights departing from King Khaled International Airport reach their destination on time. Given its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when jetting out of RUH.
To get to King Khaled International Airport from central Riyadh, it takes about 35 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 25 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near RUH. Whether you've booked an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
If you're landing on a late King Khaled International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near BCN:
Pick up a Barcelona-El Prat Airport rental car and discover Barcelona and beyond with your own wheels. Record Go, Goldcar and Nizacars Rent A Car are top providers to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Barcelona-El Prat Airport about four weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
From Barcelona-El Prat Airport, Barcelona is approximately 11 miles away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 35 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
July is the busiest month for flights from King Khaled International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. For smaller crowds, go to Barcelona in January.
Before locking in your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Barcelona, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from RUH to BCN in January. Average temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.
Explore more of Spain
Zaragoza is just one of the many places in Spain waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Barcelona. Around 160 miles away to the west, its top attractions include Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in Spain, head for Logroño, about 250 miles west of Barcelona. Concatedral de Santa Maria de la Redonda, Museo de la Rioja and Iglesia de Santiago el Real are among its highlights.
