Travelling from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Orlando: what you need to know
The timezone in Orlando is UTC-5. The city is six hours behind Barcelona, where Barcelona-El Prat Airport is located.
Allow plenty of time to catch your BCN to Orlando flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a popular month such as June? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even visit a new city. When searching for plane tickets from BCN to Orlando, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Located around 13 kilometres from central Barcelona, BCN can be reached in about 25 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near BCN. Whether you're taking an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Orlando or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels put convenience first:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from BCN arrive on schedule 80% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Orlando
$412 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Orlando flight. A return ticket right now is $786. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from BCN to Orlando, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when searching for your Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Orlando ticket.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from BCN to Orlando by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Orlando by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
Airports in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Orlando International Airport (MCO) to the centre of Orlando takes around 25 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Orlando. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MCO instead:
Reserving your ride from Orlando International Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from BCN to Orlando can help you get the lowest rate.
The address for MCO is One Airport Boulevard.
Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB)
After your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Orlando has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in about 35 minutes by car. Central Orlando is roughly 40 kilometres from Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 1 hour.
You'll find some great places to drop your things at near SFB. Unwind and get cosy after your BCN to Orlando flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Lock in the best price by reserving your ride from SFB one week in advance. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Orlando
March is the busiest month for flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Orlando. To avoid the crowds, plan your trip to Orlando in December.
The warmest month in Orlando is July, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Orlando plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Look for cheap tickets from BCN to Orlando in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
More about Orlando
After booking your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Orlando, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Orlando:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Universal's Islands of Adventure, Hogwarts and Jurassic world are attractions you won't want to skip in Orlando.
Explore more of the United States
Jacksonville is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Orlando. Around 209 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include St. John's Cathedral, Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville and The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in the United States, head for Miami, roughly 338 kilometres south of Orlando. Beach, Ocean Drive and Port of Miami are among the biggest draws.