Search Flights from Barcelona to Vitoria (Spain)

Capital of the autonomous community of Catalonia in Spain, Barcelona is one of Europe’s most important cities in terms of tourism and commerce. Barcelona is the 7^th most populated city in the European Union and is home to Spain’s second busiest airport. Serving 40 million passengers annually, Barcelona Airport is one of the major factors that contributes to the city’s tourism economy. The airport is easily accessible from the city, which has undergone significant transformations since the 1900’s.  

Rail

You can easily get to the airport using the rail system from the Old City, Barceloneta, or Sagrada Familia, which is one of the city’s most important monuments. By transferring to the Barcelona Sants Station, which is 7 stops from Catalunya Square, and 5 stops from Sagrada Familia, you can get on the 30-minute long train to the airport. Barcelona has been using metro and railway networks for urban transportation since the 1920’s. There is a transfer point located between each rail line. Thus, you can get from locations outside of the city and within the city to the airport without having to deal with above ground traffic.

Airport Buses

Catalunya Square, a few minutes walking distance from the districts of Ciutat Vella, Barceloneta and El Raval, is the departure point for the Aerobus buses that provide transportation to the airport. The bus lines A1 and A2 provide transportation to the airport during the day; the trip takes between 30 minutes and 1 hour. At night the N16 and N17 bus lines provide transportation to the airport.

These buses operate between 5 am and 12:30 am. During peak hours these buses run every 5 minutes. The fare for these buses is cheaper than taking a taxi.

Taxi

Another convenient mode of transportation to the get to Barcelona Airport, which is located 12 km from central Barcelona, is by taxi.

However, transportation from central locations in the city, especially if you’re traveling alone, can be quite expensive.

Personal Car

Driving from the city center or coastal areas to Barcelona Airport takes around 20 minutes. To get to the airport all you have to do is follow the wide and long avenue Gran Via De Les Corts Catalanes. Once you pass the bridge over Llobregat River you will enter the Castelldefels area and the road will continue to the airport access road. The airport is divided into 2 buildings; Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. The airport stands out for its passenger capacity and parking capacity. The airport contains indoor and outdoor parking lots and has a total car park capacity of 19,000 vehicles.

Airport Information

Barcelona is a popular tourist destination, particularly for those coming from Northern Europe. Barcelona Airport, also known as Barcelona-El Prat Airport, offers a total of 42 restaurants, cafes, and pubs to ensure passengers have a pleasant time while at the airport.

Barcelona Airport also offers tax-free shopping services at the Duty Free shops. The airport also features free wireless internet connection and has an area dedicated to exhibitions and performances.

After arriving at Vitoria Airport, which is located about 10.5 km away from Vitoria-Gasteiz city center, you can take one of the airport taxis waiting just outside the arrival terminal. You can also take advantage of other private transportation vehicles and car rental services.

Bus

Public buses, which is one of the most preferred public transportation vehicles that provide direct transportation from Vitoria Airport to Vitoria-Gastiez city center, offer service every day of the week. You can easily reach the city center from the airport by paying only 3 euros. Airport buses that carry you to Cadena y Eleta street located in front of the María Inmaculada Cathedral also pass through Cadena and Eleta streets and leave the airport half an hour after the landing time of every plane. It is possible to reach Vitoria-Gastiez city center in about 15-20 minutes by using these buses.

Taxi

Radio Taxi Gastiez (+945 273 500) offers direct transportation service from Vitoria Airport to Vitoria-Gastiez city center. It is possible to reach the city center from Vitoria Airport in about 10-15 minutes. You can also consider taking advantage of the more affordable Towncar service as an alternative to the airport taxis.

Car Rental

There are many local and foreign car rental companies offering service at Vitoria Airport that is located 10.5 km away from Vitoria-Gastiez city center. If you do not want to lose time, you can make an online search before your flight and make a reservation for a convenient car.