Travelling from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Atlanta: what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Atlanta and you'll be in the air for an average of 8 hours 50 minutes.
The timezone in Atlanta is UTC-4. The city is five hours behind Barcelona, where Barcelona-El Prat Airport is located.
With seven flights a week between the two airports, Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is the most popular route. Hop on Delta Air Lines's 09:30 flight to get your trip from BCN to ATL underway.
Allow plenty of time to make your BCN to Atlanta flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading away during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can book a direct Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Atlanta ticket. Begin your journey at BCN and touch down at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL).
Check out the promotions from Delta Air Lines. This carrier has direct flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Atlanta.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your plane ticket from BCN to Atlanta. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connection hubs:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
The journey from central Barcelona to BCN takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Atlanta? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to BCN:
79.12% of flights that depart Barcelona-El Prat Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Atlanta
$596 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Atlanta flight. A return plane ticket right now is $839. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from BCN to Atlanta, reserve your trip one month ahead of your departure.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the best month for landing a bargain on Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Atlanta tickets. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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Airports in Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is around 18 kilometres from the centre of Atlanta. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes about 15 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour 10 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
If you have a late flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Atlanta, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near ATL:
Grab a Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport rental car and explore Atlanta and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Dollar and Europcar are leading providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from BCN to Atlanta.
The address for ATL is 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
Best time to go to Atlanta
Plan your trip to Atlanta during high season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Atlanta in the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
The warmest month in Atlanta is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Atlanta plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
Look for cheap tickets from BCN to Atlanta in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC (27ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
More about Atlanta
Start your Atlanta 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 Atlanta, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Centennial Olympic Park, Georgia Aquarium and Piedmont Park are popular attractions which should feature on every Atlanta itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Jacksonville is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Atlanta. Around 467 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
Around 370 kilometres north-east of Atlanta, Charlotte is another favourite stop in United States. No visit is complete without checking out NASCAR Hall of Fame, Freedom Park and Carolinas Aviation Museum.
