Travelling from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): what you need to know
A direct flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport takes on average 7 hours 39 minutes. The timezone in Barcelona is UTC+1, so it's 5 hours ahead of New York.
Flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport start at 11:00 — the first with United Airlines. The last departure is the 20:35 service with United Airlines. In total, you can choose from 10 weekly services between EWR and BCN.
Flying during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
United Airlines is your gateway to exploring Barcelona (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Spain!). Look through the direct flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport offered by this carrier.
If you want a stopover for your flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and look through your options. Here are the most popular stopovers between EWR and BCN:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Lisbon Portela Airport
Logan International Airport
To find out whether you need a visa to enter Spain, check with your airline and the local consulate or embassy. They'll provide you with all the necessary information, including other travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from EWR to BCN.
How to find the cheapest flights from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Newark Liberty International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is ₹ 19,138. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 37,190. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
To secure cheap flight tickets from EWR to BCN, book your trip 8 months before your planned departure.
Organise your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Newark Liberty International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across every month.
Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll get notified right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you the hassle of looking for cheap flight tickets from EWR to BCN every day.
Use filters to tailor your flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
Handy information about Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Located around 24 kilometres from central New York, Newark Liberty International Airport can be reached in about 28 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport is roughly 1 hour and 11 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to EWR:
Arriving at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BCN instead:
Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
Barcelona-El Prat Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from central Barcelona. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 24 minutes.
It'll take around 33 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
July is the most popular month for flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Barcelona in February.
The warmest month in Barcelona is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 31ºC. Lock in your flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from EWR to BCN in January. Temperatures average between 5ºC and 14ºC then.
More about Barcelona
As soon as you've booked your flights from EWR to BCN, you'll want to find a hotel in Barcelona. Make one of these options your base for exploring this popular destination:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Sagrada Familia, Park Guell and La Rambla de Canaletes are highlights which should be on every Barcelona itinerary.
Complete your Barcelona trip with hotels and a car rental
We've got more party tricks up our sleeve than just comparing flights. After booking your cheap ticket to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, check out our great car rental offers that'll give you the freedom and flexibility to travel around at your own pace. Then, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the perfect Barcelona stay.