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Three cabin classes are available on flights from Riyadh to Barcelona-El Prat Airport:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Riyadh to Barcelona-El Prat Airport takes 00m, covering 7,196 km.

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.

Round-trip flights from Riyadh to Barcelona-El Prat Airport range from 1,696 ﷼ to 2,650 ﷼, with an average of 2,008 ﷼ over the past 12 months. Anything below 1,696 ﷼ counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 50% above the 2,008 ﷼ route average. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average 1,472 ﷼ round-trip via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC), compared to 3,278 ﷼ for direct flights.

SAUDIA is the only airline operating Riyadh to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights. 92% of its flights are on time.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge 370 ﷼–370 ﷼ for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by SAUDIA. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 787 Dreamliner variants.

One-way fares from Riyadh to Barcelona-El Prat Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about 866 ﷼, which is 37% below the typical average for this route.

Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around 6 ﷼ for economy cars. Top options include:

• Record go
• NIZACARS
• Goldcar Rental SP
• CLICK RENT
• DRIVALIA

Flights from Riyadh to Barcelona-El Prat Airport usually depart from Riyadh King Khaled Intl (RUH) and arrive at Barcelona-El Prat (BCN).

Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route, while morning departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Riyadh to Barcelona-El Prat Airport route, 8% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 41m.

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

• Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) - 30% of one-stop connections
• Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 25% of one-stop connections
• Rome Fiumicino (FCO) - 13% of one-stop connections
• Istanbul (IST) - 9% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 23% on flights from Riyadh to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at 1,781 ﷼ round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at 2,284 ﷼, a difference of 503 ﷼.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Flying via Rome Fiumicino (FCO) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 10h 24m, compared with 10h 27m via Istanbul (IST) and 10h 35m via Dubai Intl (DXB).

Barcelona-El Prat Airport is 1 hour behind Riyadh (Central European Time vs Arabian Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Barcelona-El Prat Airport are La Rambla, Barcelona International Convention Centre and Passeig de Gracia. These are among the most viewed places in Barcelona-El Prat Airport on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Riyadh to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights:

• SAUDIA: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• SAUDIA: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

King Khalid International Airport is a hub for Flynas and Saudia, serving many airlines operating to local and international destinations. At the same time, Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) is a hub for Level and Vueling. This airport links many global cities, serving millions of passengers each year.

Upon arriving at BCN airport, you can go to several cities. Some nearby cities to visit include Gava to the west, El Prat de Llobregat to the northeast, Cornella to the north, Castelldefels to the southwest, and Sant Just Desvern to the northwest. There are several public transportation options at BCN airport to connect you to these cities. You can rent a car at the airport if you need a flexible journey.

Most airlines, including Pegasus Airlines, Aegean Airlines, Wizz Air, and Etihad Airways, have one or more stops on the Riyadh to Barcelona route. However, the layover city and duration depend on the airline and flight route. Major layover cities include Cairo, Amman, Athens, Beirut, Naples, Mykonos, Catania, Milan, Nice, Heraklion, Rome, Venice, Bucharest, Sofia, Jeddah, Tirana, Istanbul, Izmir, Larnaca, and Budapest.

You can get an email from your airline alerting you of available first class seats and the services to expect. The advantage of upgrading over originally booking a first class ticket is that you pay less and save a few pennies. The amount you pay depends on your airline and class fare. However, you need to upgrade at least 24 hours before departure to avoid inconveniences.