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Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Francisco to Barcelona-El Prat Airport.

A direct flight from San Francisco to Barcelona-El Prat Airport takes 00m, covering 15,416 km.

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 C$ 952 to C$ 1,552, with an average of C$ 1,221 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 952 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 11% above the C$ 1,221 route average. Book 15 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 783 round-trip via Newark (EWR), compared to C$ 1,357 for direct.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 106–C$ 141 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 Lufthansa and United Airlines. 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 in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about C$ 750.

Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging C$ 41 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 three 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) – 30% of one-stop connections
• Lisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS) – 23% of one-stop connections
• London Heathrow (LHR) – 10% of one-stop connections
• Zurich (ZRH) – 10% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 15% on flights from San Francisco to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 1,113 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at C$ 1,297, a difference of C$ 183.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three 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 9 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 carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Lufthansa: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• TAP AIR PORTUGAL: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Premium Economy Class

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