Flying from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to New York: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 7 hours 39 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to New York.
New York is 5 hours behind Barcelona, where Barcelona-El Prat Airport is located. New York operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
The busiest route is from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). There are 25 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from BCN to JFK is the 08:55 Delta service. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 18:45 with Iberia.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from BCN to New York.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
You can catch a direct flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to New York that touches down at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).
You'll have your choice of airlines that operate direct flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to New York. Head off on your trip with any of these:
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and perhaps even tour another city. When searching for flights from BCN to New York, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
To enter United States for tourism purposes, you'll need an ETA if you hold a passport from Spain. However, visa rules are subject to change and you may need additional documents depending on the length and purpose of your stay. Always check the most up-to-date guidelines before reserving your cheap ticket from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to New York.
BCN is about 18 kilometres from central Barcelona. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 24 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 33 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to New York? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to BCN:
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to New York
$330 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to New York. A return flight starts from $466. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Book 9 months before you want to travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from BCN to New York.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to New York. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
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Airports in New York
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is around 24 kilometres from central New York. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 28 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour and 11 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to New York. Reserve one of these accommodation options near EWR instead:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is around 48 kilometres from central New York. Following your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to New York, it'll take you around 48 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Public transport will get you there in about 1 hour and 20 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel near JFK. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from BCN to New York:
Best time to go to New York
August is the most popular month for flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to New York. To escape the crowds, head for New York in February when it's quieter.
The warmest month in New York is July, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to New York in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from BCN to New York in January when temperatures average between -6ºC and 8ºC.
More about New York
After booking your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to New York, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring New York:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building are must-visits when exploring New York.
Complete your New York trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in New York and explore the city in your own time. Easily compare rates in one go to find the ideal ride once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to New York.