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Cheap flights from Istanbul Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport from £73

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — BCN
9 Mar — 16 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from Istanbul to Barcelona-El Prat are usually found in October or May, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Istanbul to Barcelona-El Prat

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Istanbul (IST) to Barcelona-El Prat (BCN). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 4 March 2025.

Round-trip from

£141

One-way from

£73

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

October

Average price

£157

Good round-trip deal

£135 or less

Good one-way deal

£66 or less
6/5-13/5
  • 6/5-13/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 40h 30m total
  • Istanbul to Barcelona
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  • Vueling
  • 2/4
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 40m total
  • Istanbul to Barcelona
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 44% potential increase in price (£122 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 11% potential price decrease (£17 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Istanbul to Barcelona-El Prat
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Istanbul to Barcelona-El Prat. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 4 March 2025.

Tue 6/504:35IST - BCN
1 stop21h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 13/507:40BCN - IST
1 stop19h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/3£141
Tue 1/416:35IST - BCN
1 stop28h 10mAir Serbia
Mon 7/420:35BCN - IST
1 stop18h 15mAir Serbia
Deal found 3/3£161
Mon 14/418:20IST - BCN
Nonstop3h 40mVueling
Tue 29/412:50BCN - IST
Nonstop3h 40mVueling
Deal found 3/3£175
Sat 22/318:55IST - BCN
1 stop6h 10mLufthansa
Sat 29/305:50BCN - IST
1 stop14h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 3/3£198
Thu 20/317:55IST - BCN
1 stop7h 10mKLM
Thu 27/306:00BCN - IST
1 stop8h 55mKLM
Deal found 2/3£209
Sun 13/403:35IST - BCN
1 stop15h 05mTransavia France
Wed 23/406:10BCN - IST
1 stop16h 55mTransavia France
Deal found 3/3£262
Thu 9/1010:40IST - BCN
1 stop11h 30mAegean Airlines
Sun 12/1001:55BCN - IST
1 stop6h 55mAegean Airlines
Deal found 3/3£268
Fri 26/1222:00IST - BCN
Nonstop3h 55mTurkish Airlines
Wed 7/112:25BCN - IST
Nonstop3h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 2/3£271

Find flights from Istanbul to Barcelona-El Prat within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Istanbul to Barcelona-El Prat that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 4 March 2025.

Fly from

Istanbul

Fly to

Barcelona-El Prat

Route

Depart

Return

Price

IstanbulBarcelona

IST - BCN

ISTBCN

Istanbul

Tue 6/5

04:35-00:55

1 stop21h 20m

Barcelona-El Prat

Tue 13/5

07:40-03:50

1 stop19h 10m

£141

IstanbulBarcelona

IST - BCN

ISTBCN

Istanbul

Tue 1/4

16:35-19:45

1 stop28h 10m

Barcelona-El Prat

Mon 7/4

20:35-15:50

1 stop18h 15m

£161

IstanbulBarcelona

IST - BCN

ISTBCN

Istanbul

Mon 14/4

18:20-21:00

Nonstop3h 40m

Barcelona-El Prat

Tue 29/4

12:50-17:30

Nonstop3h 40m

£175

IstanbulBarcelona

IST - BCN

ISTBCN

Istanbul

Sat 22/3

18:55-23:05

1 stop6h 10m

Barcelona-El Prat

Sat 29/3

05:50-22:45

1 stop14h 55m

£198

IstanbulBarcelona

IST - BCN

ISTBCN

Istanbul

Thu 20/3

17:55-23:05

1 stop7h 10m

Barcelona-El Prat

Thu 27/3

06:00-16:55

1 stop8h 55m

£209

IstanbulBarcelona

IST - BCN

ISTBCN

Istanbul

Sun 13/4

03:35-17:40

1 stop15h 05m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 23/4

06:10-00:05

1 stop16h 55m

£262

IstanbulBarcelona

IST - BCN

ISTBCN

Istanbul

Thu 29/5

20:15-23:10

Nonstop3h 55m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 4/6

07:30-12:10

Nonstop3h 40m

£284

IstanbulBarcelona

IST - BCN

ISTBCN

Istanbul

Sun 8/6

18:55-01:00

1 stop7h 05m

Barcelona-El Prat

Sat 14/6

01:55-09:50

1 stop6h 55m

£367

IstanbulBarcelona

IST - BCN

ISTBCN

Istanbul

Wed 2/4

18:20-21:00

Nonstop3h 40m

£73

IstanbulBarcelona

IST - BCN

ISTBCN

Istanbul

Thu 15/5

17:05-22:45

1 stop6h 40m

£89

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Best time to book a flight from Istanbul to Barcelona-El Prat

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Travel insights for flights from Istanbul to Barcelona-El Prat

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Istanbul to Barcelona-El Prat including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Istanbul to Barcelona-El Prat. Price data was last updated on 28 February 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Istanbul Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 84 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (average of £52). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £196). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from IST to BCN?

Find hourly flight availability from Istanbul to Barcelona-El Prat. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 4 March 2025.

When flying from Istanbul Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 36% versus a flight at midday.

Weekly flight availability from Istanbul Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Istanbul to Barcelona-El Prat. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 4 March 2025.

The most flights from IST to BCN are scheduled on a Saturday (15 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

Rainfall in Barcelona-El Prat by month

Plan your trip to Barcelona-El Prat by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Barcelona-El Prat Airport ranges from 20.0 - 91.0 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 91.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Barcelona-El Prat Airport when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

Temperature in Barcelona-El Prat by month

Plan your trip to Barcelona-El Prat by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 24.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 9.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Barcelona-El Prat

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Barcelona-El Prat. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Barcelona-El Prat. Reviews last updated 4 March 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Istanbul to Barcelona, see what other customers have to say about Emirates, Aegean Airlines and KLM. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,234 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,234 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,234 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
730 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,234 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,322 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,234 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

SAUDIA
7.4
Good
623 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,234 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,795 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,234 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Istanbul to Barcelona-El Prat. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Istanbul Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at £161, Air Serbia will fly you from Istanbul Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport and back. In addition to Air Serbia, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Vueling and Lufthansa - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £175 and £198, respectively. Air Serbia is currently priced 16% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Istanbul Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Istanbul Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport are Vueling (£73), KLM (£89), and Transavia France (£93).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Istanbul Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    Consider Vueling (89%), Uzbekistan Airways (86%) or Turkish Airlines (85%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Istanbul Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Istanbul Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    The cheapest flight price from Istanbul Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is £64. On average you can expect to pay £130. The most popular route, (Istanbul - Barcelona-El Prat), can usually be booked for £141.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Istanbul to Barcelona-El Prat that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Istanbul to Barcelona-El Prat flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Istanbul to Barcelona-El Prat?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Istanbul to Barcelona-El Prat.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Istanbul to Barcelona-El Prat?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Istanbul to Barcelona-El Prat by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (average of £52). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £196). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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