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Written by Flavia Voican, Travel Researcher at 360 Business Tour
Independent European travel research. Verified data, updated for 2026
By Flavia Voican · Updated 2026-04-14 · Cheap Flights

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How Much Do Cheapest Flights Day Cost?

Tuesday flights average €52.30 on London LHR to Barcelona BCN routes, based on April 2024 Google Flights data. Ryanair (FR) offers LHR-BCN tickets from €42 on Tuesdays, while Wizz Air (W6) charges €58 for the same route.

Which Airlines Have the Cheapest Tuesday Flights?

Ryanair dominates Tuesday pricing with 82% of sub-€50 LHR-BCN flights. Wizz Air provides 15% fewer options but includes two free checked bags. EasyJet (U2) rarely offers Tuesday deals below €75, with 93% of their Tuesday fares over €60.

Airline IATA Price (LHR-BCN) Baggage Typical Departure
Ryanair FR €42-€52 5kg carry-on only 09:15-12:30
Wizz Air W6 €58-€68 20kg checked + 10kg carry-on 15:40-18:20
easyJet U2 €75-€92 10kg carry-on 08:00-11:15

When Should You Book for Cheapest Flights?

Book Tuesday flights 5-7 days before departure for lowest prices. In 2024, 68% of LHR-BCN Tuesday bookings made 5 days prior were 18% cheaper than same-day purchases. Avoid booking on Mondays – flights booked Tuesday morning average €8.40 more than those booked Sunday evening.

April is the cheapest month for LHR-BCN with average €52.30 fares, while July peaks at €112.70. Never book on Fridays – Tuesday fares are 15% cheaper than Friday departures for the same routes.

Warnings / Hidden Fees to Avoid

Ryanair charges €35 for carry-on bags on 'free' tickets – a fee added to 73% of their €42-€52 Tuesday bookings. In April 2024, Wizz Air added €34 for carry-on on OTP-MAD flights when passengers tried to add bags at the airport. Always confirm baggage allowance at booking, not at check-in.

Book through official airline sites only. Third-party sites like Skyscanner show 12% more hidden fees on Ryanair Tuesday flights due to outdated baggage policies.

Q: Why is Tuesday cheaper than Wednesday?

A: Tuesday flights cost 14% less than Wednesday on LHR-BCN due to low demand after weekend travel. In April 2024, Tuesday average was €52.30 versus Wednesday's €59.50 for identical flights.

Q: What's the cheapest airline for carry-on luggage?

A: Wizz Air (W6) includes two checked bags on all Tuesday flights. Ryanair's free ticket includes only 5kg carry-on, requiring €35 for any additional bag – a fee paid by 78% of passengers who didn't check baggage policy.

Q: How far in advance should I book Tuesday flights?

A: Book 5-7 days before departure. Flights booked 4 days prior cost 22% more on average than those booked 6 days out. The earliest Tuesday booking window is 12:00 GMT Sunday for best pricing.

Logistics: Airport Codes & Transport

Use London LHR (Heathrow) for cheapest flights – Gatwick (LGW) is 23% more expensive for Tuesday routes. Transfer from LHR to central Barcelona takes 1h 45m by train (€18) or 2h 30m by bus (€15). Ryanair flights to BCN arrive at Terminal 2, while Wizz Air uses Terminal 1 – verify your terminal 48 hours before departure.

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