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Four cabin classes are available on flights from San Francisco to Barcelona-El Prat Airport:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

Prices vary by airline.

A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Barcelona-El Prat Airport takes 00m, covering 5,952 miles.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Barcelona-El Prat Airport range from $662 to $1,092, with an average of $853 over the past 12 months. Anything below $662 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 4% above the $853 route average. Book 13 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $425 round-trip via New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK), compared to $945 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $75–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 777 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines and Lufthansa. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner variants.

One-way fares from San Francisco to Barcelona-El Prat Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $389, which is 25% below the typical average for this route.

Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $29 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Record go
• NIZACARS
• Goldcar Rental SP
• CLICK RENT
• DRIVALIA

Flights from San Francisco to Barcelona-El Prat Airport usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Barcelona-El Prat (BCN).

Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the San Francisco to Barcelona-El Prat Airport route, 15% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 28m.

One-stop flights from San Francisco to Barcelona-El Prat Airport most commonly connect through:

• Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 29% of one-stop connections
• Lisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS) - 22% of one-stop connections
• London Heathrow (LHR) - 11% of one-stop connections
• Zurich (ZRH) - 9% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 13% on flights from San Francisco to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $787 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $896, a difference of $109.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Flying via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 14h 18m, compared with 15h 12m via Calgary (YYC) and 15h 29m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

Barcelona-El Prat Airport is 8 hours ahead of San Francisco (Central European Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Barcelona-El Prat Airport are La Rambla, Sagrada Familia and Placa de Catalunya. These are among the most viewed places in Barcelona-El Prat Airport on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating San Francisco to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights:

• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Lufthansa: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Lufthansa: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• TAP AIR PORTUGAL: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Premium Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Yes, travelers can take either the local bus or the metro from BCN to the city center. Aerobus leaves from Terminals 1 and 2 and can take travelers to the city center in approximately 35 minutes.

Yes. BCN has onsite car rental services, with counters in Terminals 1 and 2. A range of vehicles can be rented from the providers there.

Aeroport Station provides access to Terminal 1 at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN). The Aerobus connects Barcelona city center with terminals T1 and T2. Barcelona-Sants Station offers regional and international train service.

Yes, Air Rooms in Terminal 1 at Barcelona–El Prat Airport offer a one-hour shower service and a shower kit.

Travelers can spend time in the Berman Reflection Room in the International Terminal. Several kids' play areas are also located in Terminals 1, 2 and 3.

Yes. SFO offers wheelchair assistance through airline representatives, along with TTY telephones in the International Terminal, Terminal 1, Terminal 2 and Terminal 3. Accessible parking is available at all SFO public parking facilities. The airport also provides elevators, lifts and stair-free access for wheelchair passengers.

San Francisco International Airport (SFO) has both indoor and outdoor pet relief areas. Outdoor pet relief stations are located around Terminals 1 and 3. Indoor pet relief areas are located at the B Gates and near Gate C5 in Terminal 1, at the D Gates in Terminal 2 and at the entrance to Gates F11–F22 in Terminal 3.

At SFO, parking is available in four garages: Domestic Garage, International Garage A, International Garage G and Long Term Garage. Daily and hourly parking are available in the Domestic Garage and International Garage. A free AirTrain runs between the terminals and terminal garages. Valet parking is also available.