Barcelona from Edinburgh, 30 Oct – 1 Nov: £603 for two, all in
The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, because
- Nonstop on Vueling, 5h 55m
- Occidental Atenea Mar - Adults Only, rated 8.5 by 2,520 guests
- Typical highs around 71°F, lows near 56°F this time of year
The catch: £1 per person above the typical fare on this route.
Worth it if you want to walk, eat and see things; skip it if you want to switch off.
Barcelona is 2 nights from Edinburgh, 30 Oct – 1 Nov 2026. The cheapest round trip we found is £133 per person (VY, nonstop, 5h 55m). Hotels start at £142 a night; Typical highs around 71°F, lows near 56°F this time of year.
The total, before you go
£603 for two · 2 nights · flights, hotel, taxes, fees & the resort fee
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, return | £265 |
| Occidental Atenea Mar - Adults Only, 2 nights, two guests, taxes in | £284 |
| Resort fee, collected at the desk | £54 |
| The total, before you go | £603 |
| Hold luggage each, return (not in the total) | about £121 |
Not in it: seat selection on basic fares and hold luggage (about £30 each way per bag on Vueling, £121 for two return); the resort fee is counted above. Prices are what we found at the time shown; the booking site’s checkout is the binding one.
The flight
£133 per person, return
£265 for two, taxes and fees included · Vueling · nonstop · 5h 55m
Out Fri, Oct 30, 8:30 PM – Sat, Oct 31, 12:20 AM · back Sun, Nov 1, 6:55 AM – Sun, Nov 1, 9:00 AM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vueling | £133 | nonstop | 5h 55m |
| RK + W9 | £171 | 1 stop | 10h 45m |
| Vueling | £143 | 1 stop | 8h 35m |
Prices checked 16 Oct 2026, 10:20 BST. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why Barcelona
Why we picked it: Barcelona is the best value we priced for the weekend: $176 round trip, nonstop.
Gaudí's architecture, a city beach, late dinners and Mediterranean light give Barcelona a holiday feel that most big cities lack.
Weather in Barcelona, 30 Oct – 1 Nov
Typical highs around 71°F, lows near 56°F this time of year
| Day | Typical high | Typical low | Typical weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri 30 Oct | 71 °F | 59 °F | Drizzle |
| Sat 31 Oct | 71 °F | 55 °F | Overcast |
| Sun 1 Nov | 71 °F | 53 °F | Overcast |
Weather data by Open-Meteo.com · averages, not a forecast
Where to stay in Barcelona
Occidental Atenea Mar - Adults Only
£284 for 2 nights, two guests · £142 a night
See roomsHotel Brick Barcelona
£300 for 2 nights, two guests · £150 a night
See roomsHotel Indigo Barcelona Plaza Espana by IHG
£322 for 2 nights, two guests · £161 a night
See roomsAll hotels in Barcelona for these dates
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Where in Barcelona
- Eixample: Gaudí facades, grid streets and most of the boutique hotels.
- Gothic Quarter / El Born: Medieval lanes, tapas bars and the cathedral.
- Gràcia: Village-like squares and local life, near Park Güell.
- Barceloneta: Right on the city beach with seafood on the boardwalk.
- Poblenou: Quieter beaches and converted-warehouse cool.
What to do in Barcelona
Signature experiences
- Go inside the Sagrada Família (timed ticket)
- Walk Park Güell and Casa Batlló
- Tapas crawl through El Born
- Spend a morning at La Boqueria market
- Watch the sunset from the Bunkers del Carmel
- Day trip to Montserrat's mountain monastery
Tours and tickets in Barcelona
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Getting there and around
| Airports in Edinburgh | Edinburgh (EDI) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Barcelona | Barcelona El Prat (BCN) |
| Flight time | 5h 55m nonstop |
| Distance | 1,035 miles each way |
| Time difference | +1 hour |
What 2 nights in Barcelona costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | £266 |
| Hotel, 2 nights (Occidental Atenea Mar - Adults Only) | £284 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 2 days for two | £393 |
| Total for two | £942 |
Flights and hotel are the prices we found; spending is a planning estimate for an upscale destination, per person per day times two.
Price history: Edinburgh to Barcelona
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | £133 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | £130 (16 Oct 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | £132 |
| Price checks | 5 |
Good to know
- Passport: passport needed: travellers from the United Kingdom need a valid passport for Barcelona; check the expiry rule of the country before you book.
- Currency: euro (EUR).
Questions readers ask
How much does 2 nights in Barcelona from Edinburgh cost?
About £942 for two: £266 in flights, £284 for the hotel and £393 for food, getting around and tickets.
What is the weather like in Barcelona 30 Oct – 1 Nov?
Typical highs around 71°F, lows near 56°F this time of year
Do I need a passport for Barcelona?
Yes. Passport needed: travellers from the United Kingdom need a valid passport for Barcelona; check the expiry rule of the country before you book.
How long is the flight from Edinburgh to Barcelona?
5h 55m nonstop on VY, on the fare we found.
Is £133 a good price for Edinburgh to Barcelona?
It is close to the typical £132 per person on this route; the dates and the weather made it a pick.
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