Flying from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to El Alto International Airport (LPB): what you need to know
La Paz's timezone is UTC-4, making La Paz five hours behind Barcelona.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your BCN to LPB flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd love to discover a different city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to El Alto International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' El Dorado International Airport is a sought-after stop between BCN and LPB.
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to El Alto International Airport (LPB)
Currently, 372 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Barcelona-El Prat Airport to El Alto International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 791 €. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from BCN to LPB if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for a flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to El Alto International Airport.
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Handy information about Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Of all flights departing from Barcelona-El Prat Airport, 79.12% touch down on time at their destination.
Barcelona-El Prat Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Barcelona. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport will take about 35 minutes.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near BCN. Whether you have an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to El Alto International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at El Alto International Airport (LPB)
If you have a late Barcelona-El Prat Airport to El Alto International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near LPB:
Set yourself up with an El Alto International Airport rental car from top companies like Europcar or Keddy By Europcar. With your own set of wheels, you can go beyond La Paz and explore places most visitors tend to miss.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from El Alto International Airport about two weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from El Alto International Airport (LPB) to central La Paz
From El Alto International Airport, La Paz is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to El Alto International Airport (LPB)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to El Alto International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit La Paz. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to El Alto International Airport for November if you want to explore La Paz during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BCN to LPB in July. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF) then.
Explore more of Bolivia
La Paz has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Bolivia waiting to be explored. Around 241 kilometres south-east of La Paz, a trip to Cochabamba will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Cristo de la Concordia, Palacio Portales and Parque Mariscal Santa Cruz.
Around 434 kilometres south-east of La Paz, Sucre is another favourite stop in Bolivia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at House of Liberty Museum - Casa de la Libertad, Plaza 25 de Mayo and La Recoleta.
