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LGW to BCN Turbulence Forecast

Is the London Gatwick to Barcelona flight turbulent? Live forecast & historical patterns.

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London Gatwick · Barcelona · 2h 10m
4.8
Turb Score
2h 10m
Duration
711 nm
Distance
33,000 ft
Cruise Alt.
light
Typical
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Typical turbulence along the route

Historical average pattern for LGW–BCN

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About the LGW–BCN route

The London Gatwick to Barcelona route is a short European hop covering just 818 miles — one of the smoothest types of flights available. At cruising altitude of around 33,000 feet, the aircraft rarely encounters significant turbulence. Rough weather in northern Europe during winter can occasionally cause bumps during climb or descent.

The route is served by easyJet, Ryanair, Vueling on Boeing 737 · Airbus A320 aircraft, with flights typically cruising at 33,000 feet over a distance of 818 miles (711 nautical miles).

💡 Tip: Very short and smooth. Any turbulence is brief during climb/descent.

Turbulence levels on LGW–BCN

What to expect at each phase of the flight

SmoothDeparture & arrival — climb and descent phases are generally calm
LightMinor bumps — drink stays in your cup, walking feels slightly unsteady
ModerateNoticeable bumps — stay seated with seatbelt on, service may pause
HeavyStrong jolts — unsecured items move, crew seated. Rare but possible

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Best time to fly LGW–BCN

Turbulence by month

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Best seat on LGW–BCN

Boeing 737

Front
Rows 1–14
Light
✓ Wing
Rows 15-22
Smoothest
Rear
Rows 23+
Rougher
Wing seats are over the center of gravity — least affected by turbulence.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the London Gatwick to Barcelona flight turbulent?
The LGW–BCN route typically experiences light turbulence. The turbulence score for this route is 4.8/100.
When is turbulence worst on LGW to BCN?
Very short and smooth. Any turbulence is brief during climb/descent. Check the turbulence chart above for the typical pattern along this specific route.
Which seat is smoothest on LGW to BCN?
Wing seats are always the smoothest. On a Boeing 737 (the most common aircraft on this route), that's rows 15-22. Avoid the very rear of the aircraft — it amplifies turbulence motion.
How long is the flight from LGW to BCN?
The LGW to BCN flight takes approximately 2h 10m, covering 818 miles (711 nautical miles).
Which airlines fly LGW to BCN?
The main airlines operating this route are easyJet, Ryanair, Vueling, flying Boeing 737 · Airbus A320 aircraft.