Flights Barcelona → Leipzig
BCN → LEJ
Route overview
The flight route operates between Barcelona and Leipzig, using Airbus A319 and A320 aircraft. The origin airport in Barcelona has been open since 1916, while the destination airport in Leipzig opened its doors to travelers in 1927 and currently serves over 1,558,602 passengers annually.
The Barcelona (BCN) → Leipzig (LEJ) route is operated by Iberia Airlines, Vueling Airlines. FlightGuard's average computed risk is 16.7/100 (medium), updated in real time from weather, ATC delays, strikes, NOTAMs, fuel and flight history. At Leipzig the average ATFM delay is 6.0 minutes (main cause: ATC pre-departure). Departing from Barcelona the average ATFM delay is 1.5 minutes.
Heading to Leipzig: what to expect in this direction
Flying from Barcelona (BCN) to Leipzig (LEJ) heads north-east for about 1,366 km, a flight time of roughly 2h 8m.
Air-traffic congestion: departing Barcelona the average ATFM delay is 1.5 min (atfm); arriving into Leipzig it is 6.0 min (ATC pre-departure).
Route facts
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Airline punctuality on this route
| Airline | On-time | Average delay | Cancellations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vueling Airlines (VY) | 89% | 19 min | 0.0% |
| Iberia Airlines (IB) | 86% | 17 min | 4.8% |
Airlines operating BCN-LEJ
Airports
Frequently asked questions about BCN-LEJ
Route-specific punctuality data isn't available yet. Check your flight on FlightGuard for a real-time analysis.
The cancellation rate varies by airline and season. Check your flight risk for an up-to-date estimate.
The route is operated by 2 airlines: Iberia Airlines, Vueling Airlines.
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The Barcelona-Leipzig route is about 1,366 km: for a cancellation (with less than 14 days' notice), a delay over 3 hours, or denied boarding, EU261 compensation is €250, barring extraordinary circumstances.
