Flying from Buenos Aires to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your trip from in Buenos Aires. Explore your options leaving from Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) or Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE) when planning your flight from Buenos Aires to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN).
Barcelona is 4 hours ahead of Buenos Aires. Barcelona-El Prat Airport is located in Barcelona, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
The most popular route is from Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN), with 43 direct weekly services. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from AEP to BCN is the 11:45 Iberia service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 23:00 with Iberia.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from Buenos Aires to BCN. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Popular months like August or other peak seasons mean longer lines and potential delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
Finding a stopover on your flight from Buenos Aires to BCN is easy. Whether you want to potentially save money on your fare or explore a new city, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to view your options. A popular stop when leaving from Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) is Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL).
Travelling from central Buenos Aires to AEP takes about 38 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Buenos Aires to Barcelona-El Prat Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near Jorge Newbery Airport:
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Looking for more options for a direct flight from Buenos Aires to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)? Browse the fares jetting out of Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE).
Iberia operates direct flights from Buenos Aires to BCN departing from EZE. Book your preferred aisle seat and arrive at your destination in a single stretch.
Split up your flight from Buenos Aires to Barcelona-El Prat Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross a new place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Ministro Pistarini Airport and BCN are:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
With public transport, you can travel from central Buenos Aires to EZE in about 2 hours and 8 minutes. The terminal is roughly 32 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 36 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from Buenos Aires to BCN? Unwind in a hotel near Ministro Pistarini Airport before your break officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
About Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Buenos Aires to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near BCN:
Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
From Barcelona-El Prat Airport, Barcelona is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 24 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 33 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Buenos Aires to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
$815 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Buenos Aires to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Return flights start from $1,312. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're hoping to get flight tickets from Buenos Aires to BCN. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the departure date.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Buenos Aires to Barcelona-El Prat Airport across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Set up a Price Alert and keep an eye on changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll be the first to know when prices fall. Timing is key when finding flight tickets from Buenos Aires to BCN.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Buenos Aires to Barcelona-El Prat Airport.
The best time to fly from Buenos Aires to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
July is the most popular month for flights from Buenos Aires to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Barcelona in February when it's quieter.
Schedule your flight from Buenos Aires to BCN for August if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Barcelona to range from 20ºC to 31ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Buenos Aires to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC and 14ºC on average.
More about Barcelona
After locking in your flight from Buenos Aires to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Barcelona:
One of the best ways to get a feel for Barcelona is to visit its top attractions. Highlights include Sagrada Familia, Park Guell and La Rambla de Canaletes.
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