Flying from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Washington DC: what you need to know
Barcelona-El Prat Airport is located in Barcelona. Operating on the UTC-4 timezone, Washington DC is 5 hours behind Barcelona.
With 9 weekly flights between the two airports, Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is the busiest route. United operates the earliest flight at 11:15. If you prefer to make the most of your day before taking off, the last departure from BCN to IAD is with United at 11:45.
To ensure you catch your flight from BCN to Washington DC, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Nonstop flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Washington DC are available for booking. Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is where you'll be landing.
Take to the skies with United. This well-known airline operates direct flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Washington DC.
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from BCN to Washington DC. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
You will need an ETA for United States if you have a passport from Spain and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can change. So before booking your cheap ticket from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Washington DC, check with your airline as well as the destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest updates.
BCN is around 18 kilometres from central Barcelona. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 24 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 33 minutes.
Have an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Washington DC? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near BCN:
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Washington DC
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Washington DC is C$465. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$753. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 9 months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from BCN to Washington DC.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Washington DC. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
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Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to the centre of Washington DC is around 16 minutes by car. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 43 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Washington DC, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near DCA:
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
The centre of Washington DC is around 56 kilometres from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). As soon as your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Washington DC has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 51 minutes.
You can also travel by public transport, which will take approximately 3 hours and 26 minutes.
After your flight from BCN to Washington DC, unwind at a hotel near IAD. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Washington DC
July is the busiest month to catch a flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Washington DC while May is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Washington DC, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
Before booking a flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Washington DC, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Washington DC, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 33ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC and 10ºC. Search for cheap flights from BCN to Washington DC around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Washington DC
Start your Washington DC trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Washington DC, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. White House Historical Association, The White House and National Mall are top attractions which should feature on any good Washington DC itinerary.
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