Travelling from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): what you need to know
The timezone in Barcelona is UTC+1, which is five hours ahead of Durham.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your RDU to BCN flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Here are the top stopovers between RDU and BCN:
Philadelphia International Airport
Pearson International Airport
Washington Dulles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight is £182. A round-trip plane ticket right now is £438. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from RDU to BCN if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when searching for your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from RDU to BCN.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport.
Handy information about Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Raleigh-Durham International Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 80.09% of flights that depart RDU arrive at their destination on time.
To get to Raleigh-Durham International Airport from central Durham, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 14 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to RDU? If you're boarding an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
If you're coming in on a late Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near BCN:
Pick up a Barcelona-El Prat Airport rental car and explore Barcelona and beyond with your own wheels. Record Go, Goldcar and Nizacars Rent A Car are popular providers you can book with here.
For the best deal, book your ride from Barcelona-El Prat Airport around four weeks in advance.
Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
Barcelona-El Prat Airport to the centre of Barcelona has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 11 miles away.
It takes around 35 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The quietest month for a flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Barcelona based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Barcelona is August, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from RDU to BCN in January. Average temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.
Explore more of Spain
Barcelona is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Spain just waiting to be discovered. Around 160 miles west of Barcelona, a visit to Zaragoza will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Spain, consider Logroño, roughly 250 miles west of Barcelona. Concatedral de Santa Maria de la Redonda, Museo de la Rioja and Iglesia de Santiago el Real are key highlights.