Traveling from James M. Cox Dayton International Airport (DAY) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): what you need to know
The timezone in Barcelona is UTC+1, which is five hours ahead of Dayton.
Your DAY to BCN flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from James M. Cox Dayton International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between DAY and BCN:
Washington Dulles International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from James M. Cox Dayton International Airport (DAY) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Right now, $236 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way James M. Cox Dayton International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $480. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from DAY to BCN if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across the month when searching for a flight from James M. Cox Dayton International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from DAY to BCN.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from James M. Cox Dayton International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport.
Handy information about James M. Cox Dayton International Airport (DAY)
DAY's address is Terminal Building.
Of all flights leaving James M. Cox Dayton International Airport, 77.52% land on time at their destination.
Central Dayton to James M. Cox Dayton International Airport is around 13 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
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Arriving at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Consider staying in a hotel near BCN if you're on a late James M. Cox Dayton International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a Barcelona-El Prat Airport rental car and discover Barcelona and beyond with your own set of wheels. Record Go, Goldcar and Nizacars Rent A Car are top outlets to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Barcelona-El Prat Airport around four weeks before you travel.
Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
From Barcelona-El Prat Airport, Barcelona is approximately 11 miles away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the center.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The quietest month for a flight from James M. Cox Dayton International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Barcelona based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When reserving your flight from James M. Cox Dayton International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Barcelona, with the temperature ranging from 68ºF to 88ºF.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DAY to BCN in January. Average temperatures are between 41ºF and 57ºF then.
Explore more of Spain
You've seen Barcelona, now it's time to explore other corners of Spain. Travel about 160 miles west to Zaragoza to tick off its leading attractions. From Puente de Piedra to Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 250 miles west of Barcelona, Logroño is another essential stop in Spain. Experience major highlights starting with Concatedral de Santa Maria de la Redonda, Museo de la Rioja and Iglesia de Santiago el Real.
