Santander to Barcelona (SDR–BCN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
SDR–BCN is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Vueling and LATAM Chile lead the route. The flight covers 335 miles in approximately 1h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VY Vueling Also: LL, QR | 11 | 320, 32A | 1h07-1h15 | – | – | LL, QR |
| LA LATAM Chile | 1 | 32A | 1h15 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Barcelona from Santander
| Metric | SDR→BCN | BIO→BCN | VIT→BCN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from SDR | – | 47 mi | 67 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 6 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 33 | 156 | 4 |
| Flight time | 1h 15m | 1h 7m | 1h 5m |
Travel Essentials
SDR: CEST · BCN: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Santander, it's 6:00 PM in Barcelona.
Aerobus coaches depart T1 and T2 every 5 minutes to Plaça de Catalunya (35 min, €6.75). Running from 5:00am to 1:00am, they serve the widest range of city-centre destinations. RENFE R2 Nord commuter trains serve T2 only (T1 requires a free inter-terminal bus); trains to Sants take 19 minutes (€4.60).Taxis use a fixed rate: €39 to the city centre (all zones, flat rate). Ride-shares vary. Car rental desks are in T1 arrivals. T1 and T2 are separate buildings; confirm your terminal before booking transport.
Mediterranean climate. Summers are hot and sunny (28–32°C) with low humidity and rare disruptions. July and August are peak travel season with reliable flying weather. Winters are mild (8–15°C) with occasional rain, rarely cold enough for frost or snow.
Spring and fall bring the highest rainfall risk. October can see heavy downpours. Sea fog in early morning occasionally reduces visibility at the airport but clears quickly.
SDR–BCN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SDR to BCN
Seve Ballesteros-Santander Airport (SDR) and Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) are connected by nonstop service from Vueling and LATAM Chile. With 33 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
SDR to BCN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SDR to BCN is about 1 hours 15 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 335 miles (539 km). There are approximately 33 weekly flights outbound and 38 return, totaling 71 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas, Palma de Mallorca and Menorca. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Bilbao (BIO), Alava (VIT) and Hondarribia (EAS).