Barcelona to Venice Flights

Flights from Barcelona

For travelers scheduling a flight from Barcelona to a location anywhere in the world, Orbitz.com can make planning simple. Orbitz searches many airlines at once, which makes it easy to locate low-fare flights from Barcelona. Travelers looking to find last-minute deals can use this search function to find the best options to fit their needs.

Barcelona Airport Facts

The Barcelona International Airport is the major airport that serves Barcelona and the surrounding area. It is located approximately six miles from the downtown area on the Prat de Llobregat. A variety of airlines serve Barcelona International, including Continental, US Airways, Delta, and Iberia. Flights from Barcelona can be booked at Orbitz.com for the best air discounts.

Transportation from Barcelona International

Many hotels offer shuttle services to and from the airport at a low cost or for free. Orbitz.com can also assist in locating a rental car service. Fees vary depending on the type of vehicle you rent. Other ground travel options include taxi services, bus services and the train. Fees vary from two to five dollars and travel time can be up to 15 minutes, depending on the method chosen.

Barcelona Airport Parking

Barcelona International Airport has two airline terminals. Each terminal has its own parking lot for travelers. For travelers leaving their cars for more than 24 hours, the airport provides a long-stay car park located between the two terminals. Parking fees are based on the number of hours or the number of days parked. The airport provides a free shuttle bus that runs from the terminals to the long-stay car park.

Restaurants at Barcelona International

For travelers who have time for a quick meal or snack before their flights from Barcelona, there are a variety of dining options including McDonald's, Caffe di Fiore and Caffe di Roma.

Venice Marco Polo Airport

Whether you are Carnival-bound or planning to explore the vast canal network during the off-season, Orbitz.com has the cheap flights to Venice you need to make your romantic Italian dreams a reality. Flying into the Venice Marco Polo Airport will land you approximately 4.9 kilometers, or 8 miles, from the city center. This airport handles flights from over 40 airlines, including United Airlines, Delta Airlines, Finnair, British Airways, Alitalia, and Lufthansa.

Transportation From the Airport to Venice

After arriving at Venice Marco Polo Airport on your Orbitz.com-booked flight, you can take a water taxi, which costs 108 Euros for up to four passengers and drops you directly at your hotel. Another option is to take a water shuttle with scheduled stops at various destinations within Venice. Bus service is also available and drops passengers off at the bus terminal of Piazzale Roma. Alternately, the railway station of Venice Mestre, which connects Venice to other nearby cities and towns, is a short bus ride away.

Weather in Venice

Spring and fall are popular times to visit Venice because the weather during these seasons is mild and the skies generally clear and blue. Winters can be damp, cold, and windy, although the fog that often settles over the city makes for a magical atmosphere just in time for the mid-winter Carnival season. Late summers are hot and humid. Rainfall is prevalent year-round, so bring an umbrella.

Touring Venice All Year Long

Many visitors brave the winter weather in Venice to experience Carnival, the masked pre-Lenten festival. Carnival occurs on a different date each year, always culminating on a Tuesday in February or March. If you book your Orbitz.com Venetian vacation during spring or early summer, you'll be better able to enjoy long hours touring the city on a gondola or walking over the more than 400 bridges spanning the city's famous canals. No matter what time of year you choose to visit, check out the latest sales and cheap flights to Venice on Orbitz.com so you can get the most out of your vacation budget.