Flying from Barcelona Airport (BCN) to Rabat Airport (RBA): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Barcelona Airport to Rabat Airport is 2 hours 5 minutes.
Barcelona and Rabat share the UTC+1 timezone. This means you won't need to account for any time differences.
Flights from BCN to RBA start from 06:05 — the earliest with Ryanair. The last departure is at 23:10 with Air Arabia Maroc. In total, you can take your pick of four weekly Barcelona Airport to Rabat Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your BCN to RBA flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Air Arabia Maroc is your ticket to exploring Rabat (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Morocco!). Browse the direct flights from Barcelona Airport to Rabat Airport offered by this airline.
Air Arabia Maroc has the highest passenger demand on this route.
Ryanair stands out as the most punctual carrier for BCN to RBA flights, with 88.0% of its services arriving on schedule.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Barcelona Airport to Rabat Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between BCN and RBA:
Madrid Airport
Lyon Airport
Seville Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona Airport (BCN) to Rabat Airport (RBA)
$26 is the lowest price for a one-way Barcelona Airport to Rabat Airport flight. A return flight starts from $67. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Book 11 months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from BCN to RBA.
The cheapest month for flights from Barcelona Airport to Rabat Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from BCN to RBA by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Barcelona Airport to Rabat Airport.
Handy information about Barcelona Airport (BCN)
Barcelona Airport has an excellent on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from BCN make it to their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
To get to Barcelona Airport from central Barcelona, it takes about 25 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near BCN. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Barcelona Airport to Rabat Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Rabat Airport (RBA)
If you have a late Barcelona Airport to Rabat Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near RBA:
Pick up a Rabat Airport rental car and explore Rabat and beyond with your own set of wheels. AddCar, united rent a car and MOVIS are well-known companies to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Rabat Airport about two weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
When to fly to Rabat Airport (RBA)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Barcelona Airport to Rabat Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Rabat. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Rabat is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your flights from Barcelona Airport to Rabat Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from BCN to RBA in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of Morocco
You've visited Rabat, now it's time to discover more of Morocco. Journey around 80 kilometres south-west to Casablanca to tick off its top sights. From Mosquée to Hassan II Mosque and Hassan II Mosque Museum, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 177 kilometres east of Rabat, Fes is another essential stop in Morocco. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Fes Médina, Royal Palace of Fez and Musée.