Flying from Atlanta to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): what you need to know
Atlanta's main base, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore your departure choices from here for your flight from Atlanta to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN).
The average duration of a direct flight from Atlanta to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is 8 hours 43 minutes.
The timezone in Barcelona is UTC+1, which is 5 hours ahead of Atlanta. Barcelona-El Prat Airport is located in Barcelona.
With 9 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) is the most popular route. Delta operates the earliest flight at 17:20. If you'd like to get more out of your day before you fly, the latest flight from ATL to BCN is with Delta at 18:40.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Atlanta to BCN.
Peak months like July or holiday periods such as Christmas and New Year will mean longer waits at check-in and security. If you're travelling then, play it safe and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a smart idea.
Airports in Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Get to your destination in one go from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). Nonstop flights from Atlanta to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) operate from here.
When jetting out of ATL, you can take a direct flight from Atlanta to Barcelona-El Prat Airport with Delta.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even tour another city. When searching for flights from Atlanta to BCN departing from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
From central Atlanta, ATL is around 18 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Atlanta to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
About Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Atlanta to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near BCN:
Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
Barcelona-El Prat Airport to central Barcelona takes about 24 minutes in a car. It's approximately 18 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 33 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Atlanta to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Atlanta to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is Rs65,857. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs140,762. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
You're more likely to find cheap tickets from Atlanta to BCN when you book 9 months before your departure date. We crunched the flight price data and found that's when fares for this journey are usually at their lowest.
To snag the best price on your tickets from Atlanta to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, book your trip for June (it has the cheapest flights). Flexible with your dates? Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the most affordable day to fly.
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Use the filters to tailor your flights from Atlanta to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
The best time to fly from Atlanta to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
July is the most popular month for flights from Atlanta to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. To escape the crowds, plan your trip to Barcelona in February when it's quieter.
Think about the kind of weather that'll suit your plans for Barcelona. The warmest month is August. Book your flights from Atlanta to BCN during then and you can expect temperatures of between 20ºC and 31ºC.
Travel in January for cooler conditions. Temperatures average between 5ºC and 14ºC. However, this city delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Atlanta to Barcelona-El Prat Airport.
More about Barcelona
After booking your flight from Atlanta to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Barcelona:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Sagrada Familia, Park Guell and La Rambla de Canaletes are must-do's during your Barcelona adventure.
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