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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 717
Typical prices: C$ 854-C$ 1,189
Lufthansa, Air Canada
Sun 18/11Fri 23/11
YOW - BCN • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 392
Typical prices: C$ 567-C$ 1,082
Multiple Airlines
Sat 13/10
YOW - BCN • 2 stops
Direct flights
There are currently no direct flights between Ottawa and Barcelona-El Prat Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 17 weeks in advance save around 31% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 8% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg C$ 1,063 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 11h 58m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Ottawa to Barcelona (YOW-BCN)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Ottawa to Barcelona

Sat, 21 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov
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5:40 p.m. - 9:35 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
9h 55m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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1:35 p.m. - 11:37 a.m.BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-YOW Ottawa
28h 02m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
C$ 714Multiple Airlines
Wed, 18 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
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5:40 p.m. - 9:35 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
9h 55m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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1:35 p.m. - 9:52 p.m.BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-YOW Ottawa
14h 17m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Toronto Island
C$ 717Multiple Airlines
Sat, 21 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov
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5:40 p.m. - 9:35 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
9h 55m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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1:35 p.m. - 9:52 p.m.BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-YOW Ottawa
14h 17m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Toronto Island
C$ 721Multiple Airlines
Sat, 21 Nov - Fri, 27 Nov
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12:05 p.m. - 9:35 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
15h 30m2 stops Toronto Island Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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1:35 p.m. - 10:32 p.m.BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-YOW Ottawa
14h 57m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
C$ 747Air Canada
Fri, 20 Nov - Fri, 27 Nov
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7:50 p.m. - 9:35 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
31h 45m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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1:35 p.m. - 7:47 p.m.BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-YOW Ottawa
12h 12m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
C$ 747Air Canada
Wed, 18 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
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2:00 p.m. - 9:35 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
13h 35m2 stops Toronto Island Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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1:35 p.m. - 9:52 p.m.BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-YOW Ottawa
14h 17m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Toronto Island
C$ 747Air Canada
Fri, 30 Oct - Fri, 6 Nov
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6:25 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
17h 35m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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10:05 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-YOW Ottawa
10h 55m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
C$ 787Air France
Mon, 19 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct
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5:10 p.m. - 9:00 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
9h 50m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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10:05 a.m. - 4:10 p.m.BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-YOW Ottawa
11h 05m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
C$ 789Air France
Sat, 3 Oct - Sat, 17 Oct
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9:40 p.m. - 8:00 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
28h 20m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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1:25 p.m. - 9:35 p.m.BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-YOW Ottawa
38h 10m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Chicago O'Hare Intl
C$ 923Lufthansa
Fri, 20 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
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9:00 a.m. - 9:35 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
18h 35m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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11:00 a.m. - 9:56 p.m.BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-YOW Ottawa
16h 56m1 stop Newark
C$ 958Lufthansa
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Ottawa to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Ottawa to Barcelona-El Prat Airport with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Ottawa to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Ottawa to Barcelona-El Prat Airport and is 7% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 3% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to Barcelona-El Prat Airport at C$ 897 round-trip.
•December (C$ 1,572) and February (C$ 1,301) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 75% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Ottawa to Barcelona-El Prat Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Ottawa to Barcelona-El Prat Airport are cheapest 17 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 31% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Ottawa to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

C$ 392
Best time to beat the crowds (7% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 8% lower on average.
Flights from Ottawa to Barcelona-El Prat Airport

When to book flights from Ottawa to Barcelona

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Your Ottawa to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Can I rent a car at Barcelona Airport?

    Yes, you can. There are car rental agencies in both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 of the Barcelona Airport. A few agencies with a car rental desk at this airport include Hertz, Avis, SIXT, and Europcar.

  • Where can I park my car when flying out of Ottawa International Airport (YOW)?

    If you drive yourself to Ottawa International Airport, parking is available in the covered garage or an uncovered parking lot. The garage is closest to the terminals, however, you cannot park here beyond seven days. There is a parking lot close by where you can park for an extended number of days. It too is within walking distance of the terminals.

  • Is there a VIP room or lounge at the Ottawa International Airport?

    You'll find a cozy spot to wait for your plane to leave in one of the lounges at YOW. Air Canada has a lounge called the Maple Leaf Lounge for their passengers past the security area and close to Gate 18. If you're not flying with Air Canada, you can pay to enter the Aspire Lounge which is right by the Maple Leaf Lounge.

  • Is there a hotel at Barcelona Airport?

    Yes, there is. If your flight lands late you can head over to the Barcelona Airport Hotel for some rest. It is just minutes from the airport and offers 24 hours transportation to and from the terminals. The hotel's shuttle bus picks up passengers outside of the parking garage in Terminal 1 and on the covered bridge in Terminal 2.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Ottawa to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    Flights from Ottawa to Barcelona-El Prat Airport usually depart from Ottawa (YOW) and arrive at Barcelona-El Prat (BCN).

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Ottawa to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

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

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Ottawa to Barcelona-El Prat Airport pass through?

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

    • Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) – 56% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) – 26% of one-stop connections
    • Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) – 15% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) – 2% of one-stop connections

    Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Ottawa to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    On the Ottawa to Barcelona-El Prat Airport route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 10%. Saturday is the cheapest day at C$ 912 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at C$ 1,012 – a C$ 100 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • Which popular places can I visit in Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Barcelona-El Prat Airport are La Rambla, Sagrada Familia, and Placa de Catalunya. These are among the most viewed places in Barcelona-El Prat Airport on KAYAK.

  • How expensive are last-minute Ottawa to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 24% above the route average of C$ 980. Book 17 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long does a flight from Ottawa to Barcelona-El Prat Airport take?

    A direct flight from Ottawa to Barcelona-El Prat Airport takes 0h 00m, covering 9,738 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Ottawa to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    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.

  • Have flight prices from Ottawa to Barcelona-El Prat Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 717 to C$ 3,802. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Ottawa to Barcelona-El Prat Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Ottawa to Barcelona-El Prat Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 610, which is 9% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Ottawa to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    Flying via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 11h 58m, compared with 12h 11m via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) and 12h 56m via Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL).

  • What is the time difference between Ottawa and Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    Barcelona-El Prat Airport is 6 hours ahead of Ottawa (Central European Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)?

    Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 2 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Record go
    • NIZACARS
    • Goldcar Rental SP
    • CLICK RENT
    • Ok Mobility

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Ottawa to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Ottawa to Barcelona-El Prat Airport range from C$ 854 to C$ 1,189, with an average of C$ 980 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 854 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Ottawa to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average C$ 912 – about C$ 100 less than Monday (10% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 17 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 31% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Ottawa to Barcelona-El Prat Airport trip for September. Fares historically average C$ 897 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 675 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • Book a flight from Ottawa to Barcelona. Your departure airport will be Ottawa International Airport (YOW) which is just 20 minutes from downtown Ottawa. You'll arrive at Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) which is within close proximity of the Spanish cities of Barcelona, Badalona, and Terrassa.
  • Hop on board the shuttle at Barcelona Airport to go from one terminal to another. The shuttle runs often so if you miss it, you'll wait less than 5 minutes for it to come around again. Simply follow the signs posted around the airport to find the next shuttle stop. This is a free service that will save you lots of walking and it can be a true blessing if you're in a hurry.
  • While you're at the Ottawa International Airport, you can sit down for a meal at one of its many restaurants. Some of your dining options include Booster Juice, D'Arcy McGee's Restaurant and Pub, Subway, and Vino Volo Restaurant (offering fine dining).
  • You can take public transportation from the Barcelona Airport to your hotel or other destination. You can catch the rail, the subway, the city bus, or a taxi into town. All can be easily accessed from the airport. Depending on the mode of transportation you choose, it could take from 20 to 40 minutes to get to the city center of Barcelona.
  • The flight route from Ottawa to Barcelona will include one or two plane changes. If you are interested in a flight with just one layover, you should look at either Air Canada or United Airlines. With this flight route, your layover will be in Newark (New Jersey, United States) and will last, on average, for about 8 hours.

More options for your flight from Ottawa to Barcelona

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