Barcelona to Edinburgh (BCN–EDI) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
BCN–EDI is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Ryanair, easyJet and Vueling lead the route. The flight covers 1,042 miles in approximately 2h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 74 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FR Ryanair | 13 | 73H | 2h55 | – | – | – |
| U2 easyJet | 2 | 319 | 3h05 | – | – | – |
| VY Vueling | 2 | 32A | 2h55 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Edinburgh from Barcelona
| Metric | BCN→EDI | PMI→EDI |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from BCN | – | 126 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 17 | 13 |
| Flight time | 2h 55m | 3h |
Travel Essentials
BCN: CET · EDI: GMT
When it's 6:00 PM in Barcelona, it's 5:00 PM in Edinburgh.
Spanish passport holders enter the UK visa-free for up to 6 months as tourists or business visitors. Since Brexit, you must use a passport. Spanish national ID cards are no longer accepted for entry. Your passport must be valid for the duration of your stay. No minimum validity period beyond that is required.
You will pass through UK Border Force on arrival. Have your return ticket and accommodation details ready. The officer may ask about your purpose and funds. For visits under 6 months, no advance application is needed. You cannot work on a tourist entry, even unpaid volunteering in most cases.
The UK is rolling out an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) system. As of 2025, EU nationals including Spanish citizens do not yet need an ETA, but this is expected to change. Check gov.uk before booking. If you had pre-settled or settled status from living in the UK before Brexit, you enter under those rights instead of as a visitor.
Aerobus express coaches run every 5 minutes from Plaça de Catalunya to both T1 and T2 (35 min, €6.75 one-way / €11.60 return). Departures from 5:00am to 1:00am.
RENFE R2 Nord train connects Passeig de Gràcia and Sants station to the airport (20 min from Sants, €4.60). Taxis from the city centre are metered and typically cost €25–35. Ride-shares (Uber, Cabify) are available and cost similarly.
BCN–EDI Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BCN to EDI
Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) and Edinburgh Airport (EDI) are connected by nonstop service from Ryanair, easyJet and Vueling. With 17 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
BCN to EDI Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BCN to EDI ranges from 2 hours 55 minutes to 3 hours 5 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,042 miles (1,677 km). There are approximately 17 weekly flights outbound and 21 return, totaling 38 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
74 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via SDR. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Palma de Mallorca (PMI).