Travelling from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL): what you need to know
Around 8 hours 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Philadelphia International Airport.
The timezone in Philadelphia is UTC-4, which is five hours behind Barcelona.
Take your pick of ten weekly Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Philadelphia International Airport flights. The 10:40 departure with American Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. American Airlines operates the last service of the day at 13:30.
Your BCN to PHL flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
American Airlines is your gateway to discovering Philadelphia (and maybe even some other great parts of United States!). Browse the direct flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Philadelphia International Airport offered by this carrier.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with American Airlines on this route.
With an impressive 90.0% of services arriving as planned, American Airlines is the most punctual carrier for BCN to PHL flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Philadelphia International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between BCN and PHL:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Dublin Airport
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Philadelphia International Airport flight is 259 €. A return ticket is currently 383 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Get cheap tickets from BCN to PHL by booking eight months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Organise your trip for July. That's the cheapest month for flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Philadelphia International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
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Find the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Philadelphia International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Of the departures from Barcelona-El Prat Airport, 79.12% arrive on time at their destination.
To reach Barcelona-El Prat Airport from central Barcelona, it'll take around 25 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of about 35 minutes on public transport.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near BCN. Whether you have an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Philadelphia International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
If you're landing on a late Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Philadelphia International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these hotels near PHL:
Pick up a Philadelphia International Airport rental car and explore Philadelphia and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Budget are popular providers to choose from here.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Philadelphia International Airport around three weeks before you set off.
Getting from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to central Philadelphia
The address for PHL is Industrial Highway and Island Road.
From Philadelphia International Airport, Philadelphia is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Philadelphia International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Philadelphia. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Philadelphia is July, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Philadelphia International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from BCN to PHL in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -7ºC (19ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
You've done Philadelphia, now it's time to discover more of United States. Travel about 129 kilometres north-east to New York to check off its popular sights. From Statue of Liberty to Central Park and Empire State Building, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you want to check out another major destination in United States, head for Boston, about 434 kilometres north-east of Philadelphia. Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum are highlights.
