The women's 800 metres at the 2016 European Athletics Championships took place at the Olympic Stadium on 6, 7, and 9 July.

[1] All times are local times (UTC+2) First 4 in each heat (Q) and the next fastest 4 (q) advance to the Semifinals.

[2] First 2 (Q) and next 2 fastest (q) qualify for the final.

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