Travelling from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Phoenix: what you need to know
Phoenix is eight hours behind Barcelona, where Barcelona-El Prat Airport is located. Phoenix runs on the UTC-7 timezone.
To avoid missing your BCN to Phoenix flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from BCN to Phoenix with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The journey from central Barcelona to BCN takes about 30 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 13 kilometers in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a hotel close to BCN? If you're catching an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Phoenix, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
80% of flights departing from Barcelona-El Prat Airport land at their destination on time. With its reliable on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when taking off from BCN.
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Phoenix
The best price we've found for a one-way Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Phoenix flight is P30,939. The cheapest price for a return flight is P45,310. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from BCN to Phoenix. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
Finding cheap tickets from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Phoenix is easier if you're flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to get the best prices throughout the month and walk away with an incredible deal.
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Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) is around 5 kilometers from the centre of Phoenix. If you're opting for a ride-share or a taxi, the drive will take roughly 10 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Book a hotel close to PHX if you're coming in on a late flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Phoenix. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make arrival day easier:
Booking your vehicle from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport about one week ahead of your flight from BCN to Phoenix can help you get the best possible rate.
You'll find PHX at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
The centre of Phoenix is around 32 kilometers from Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA). Once your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Phoenix has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 30 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 15 minutes or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to AZA. Here are a few options where you can check in after your BCN to Phoenix flight:
Avoid paying extra. Reserving your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at AZA will help you stay within budget.
You'll find Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport at 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
Best time to go to Phoenix
March is the most popular month for flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Phoenix. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Phoenix in October.
When booking your Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Phoenix plane ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Phoenix, with temperatures ranging from 27ºC (81ºF) to 45ºC (113ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BCN to Phoenix in January when temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF).
More about Phoenix
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Phoenix right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Phoenix:
Yayoi Kusama Fireflies Infinity Mirror Room and Camelback Mountain are just the start of the leading attractions to put on your Phoenix to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Heard Museum.
Explore more of the United States
San Diego is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Phoenix. Around 483 kilometers away to the west, well-known attractions include San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
Around 418 kilometers northwest of Phoenix, Las Vegas is another favourite stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at Ciudad del Pecado o Las Vegas, Las Vegas Strip and Fountains of Bellagio.