Travelling from Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): what you need to know
Barcelona's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Barcelona five hours ahead of Jacksonville.
To ensure you catch your JAX to BCN flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Jacksonville International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between JAX and BCN:
Newark Liberty International Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
John F. Kennedy International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Jacksonville International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight is ₹ 36,283. A return fare is currently ₹ 41,972. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's a good idea to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from JAX to BCN. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when searching for your flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from JAX to BCN by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Jacksonville International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Jacksonville International Airport (JAX)
JAX's address is 2400 Yankee Clipper Drive.
Jacksonville International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 80.42% of flights that take off from JAX arrive at their destination without delay.
Jacksonville International Airport is about 23 kilometres from central Jacksonville. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport.
Need a convenient hotel near JAX? If you've booked an early flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
If you're coming in on a late Jacksonville International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these options near BCN:
Travel at your own pace with a Barcelona-El Prat Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Nizacars Rent A Car and find adventure across Barcelona and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Barcelona-El Prat Airport about four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
Barcelona-El Prat Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from central Barcelona. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
It takes around 35 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The quietest month for a flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Barcelona based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport for August if you'd like to visit Barcelona during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC and 31ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 5ºC and 14ºC. Search for cheap tickets from JAX to BCN sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Spain
You've seen Barcelona, now it's time to explore more of Spain. Travel around 257 kilometres west to Zaragoza to tick off its leading attractions. From Puente de Piedra to Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Logroño is another essential stop in Spain and is around 402 kilometres west of Barcelona. No trip is complete without dropping by Concatedral de Santa Maria de la Redonda, Museo de la Rioja and Iglesia de Santiago el Real.
