Traveling from Seattle to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports where your trip can begin in Seattle. Explore your options departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) or Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE) when booking your flight from Seattle to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN).
Barcelona is eight hours ahead of Seattle. Barcelona-El Prat Airport is located in Barcelona, which follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Your flight from Seattle to BCN won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
If you're taking off during a public holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from traveling and possibly even explore another city. When searching for cheap flights from Seattle to BCN leaving from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Popular options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
SEA is around 14 miles from central Seattle. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 55 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Seattle to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 81.27% of flights that take off from SEA arrive at their destination on time.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
You can reach LKE from central Seattle in about 10 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 25 minutes to cover the 2 miles or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Seattle to BCN flight? Check in to a hotel near Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
About Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Seattle to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near BCN instead:
Grab a Barcelona-El Prat Airport rental car and explore Barcelona and beyond with your own set of wheels. Record Go, Goldcar and Nizacars Rent A Car are popular outlets to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Seattle to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
Barcelona-El Prat Airport to the center of Barcelona is about 8 miles. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, plan in advance to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
It typically takes 35 minutes when traveling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
At the moment, $238 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $382. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Seattle to BCN if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Seattle to Barcelona-El Prat Airport tickets across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Seattle to BCN.
Filters make it easier to save some cash on your flight from Seattle to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Pick the flight times, carriers and stops that check all your boxes. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to zero in on the cheapest fare fast.
The best time to fly from Seattle to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Seattle to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN). July is the peak month for travel to Barcelona. If you like things a bit more low-key, think about going in February.
The warmest month in Barcelona is August, with temperatures ranging between 68ºF and 88ºF. Lock in your Seattle to BCN plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Seattle to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in January when temperatures are between 41ºF and 57ºF.
More about Barcelona
Once you've booked your flight from Seattle to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Barcelona:
Your Barcelona visit should come with a side of sightseeing. Major attractions that should be on your list include Sagrada Familia, Vinalium Sagrada Familia and Placa de la Sagrada Familia.
Explore more of Spain
Barcelona has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Spain just waiting to be discovered. Around 150 miles west of Barcelona, a visit to Zaragoza will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Plaza España, Plaza del Pilar and La Seo del Salvador.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Spain, consider Ibiza, roughly 170 miles south of Barcelona. Platja d'en Bossa, Blue Ocean Ibiza and Playa de Ses Salines are among its highlights.
