Travelling from Philadelphia to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): What you need to know
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is Philadelphia's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Philadelphia to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) departing from here.
7 hours 35 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Philadelphia to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight.
The timezone in Barcelona is UTC+1, which is five hours ahead of Philadelphia. Barcelona-El Prat Airport is located in Barcelona.
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) is the busiest route, with 7 direct services every week. You can get from PHL to BCN on American Airlines's 7:15pm departure.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Philadelphia to BCN.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Philadelphia to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) operate out of this terminal.
American Airlines is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Philadelphia to Barcelona-El Prat Airport leaving from PHL.
The majority of passengers prefer to fly with American Airlines from PHL to BCN.
American Airlines is the most punctual carrier on this route, with 66.1% of its services arriving as planned.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing cheap flights from Philadelphia to BCN departing from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Travelling from central Philadelphia to PHL takes about 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Philadelphia International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Philadelphia to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to Philadelphia International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78.93% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
PHL is located at 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
You can get to TTN from central Philadelphia in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 45 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Philadelphia to BCN flight? Kick back in a hotel near Trenton-Mercer Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays are expecting you:
Flights from Trenton-Mercer Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 82.45% of them arriving as expected.
TTN is located at Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
About Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Have a late flight from Philadelphia to Barcelona-El Prat Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Check in to one of these hotels near BCN and give yourself a well-earned lights-out:
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Booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Philadelphia to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
Barcelona-El Prat Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Barcelona. The time it takes to get to the centre in a cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
₹ 25,908 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. A return flight starts at ₹ 48,804. These fares can change depending on demand.
Book three months before travelling. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Philadelphia to BCN.
August is when you're most likely to land a good deal on a Philadelphia to Barcelona-El Prat Airport ticket. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Philadelphia to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding your trip dates. February is the quietest month to go to Barcelona. July is when most people book flights from Philadelphia to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
When booking your Philadelphia to BCN flight ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Barcelona, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 31ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Philadelphia to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in January when temperatures are between 5ºC and 14ºC.
More about Barcelona
Start your Barcelona trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Philadelphia to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
You'll find loads of terrific things to do in Barcelona when you're ready to go sightseeing. Kick off your exploring at Sagrada Familia followed by Vinalium Sagrada Familia and Placa de la Sagrada Familia.
Explore more of Spain
Barcelona is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Spain waiting to be discovered. Around 241 kilometres west of Barcelona, a trip to Zaragoza will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Plaza España, Plaza del Pilar and La Seo del Salvador.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in Spain, head for Ibiza, roughly 274 kilometres south of Barcelona. Platja d'en Bossa, Blue Ocean Ibiza and Playa de Ses Salines are key reasons to visit.
