Travelling from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 8 hours 55 minutes.
New York's timezone is UTC-4, making New York five hours behind Barcelona.
Flights from BCN to EWR start from 11:00 — the earliest with United Airlines. The last departure is at 12:00 with United Airlines. In total, you can take your pick of ten weekly Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your BCN to EWR flight.
Travelling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Getting to New York (and then seeing more of United States!) is a breeze with United Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is United Airlines.
United Airlines leads the way as the most punctual carrier for BCN to EWR flights, with 85.25% of its services arriving on schedule.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between BCN and EWR:
Porto Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport flight is RM1,153. A round-trip plane ticket right now is RM1,605. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Score cheap tickets from BCN to EWR by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Of all flights departing from Barcelona-El Prat Airport, 79.12% land on time at their destination.
To reach Barcelona-El Prat Airport from central Barcelona, it'll take about 25 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near BCN. Whether you're catching an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
If you're getting in on a late Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these hotels near EWR:
Grab a Newark Liberty International Airport rental car and discover New York and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Budget and Thrifty are popular providers you can book with here.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Newark Liberty International Airport around three weeks in advance.
Getting from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to central New York
The address for EWR is Building 1, Conrad Road.
From Newark Liberty International Airport, New York is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to drive to the centre.
It'll take around 1 hour 10 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport. April is the most popular month to head to New York. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in New York is July, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BCN to EWR around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of United States
You've visited New York, now it's time to explore other parts of United States. Travel about 129 kilometres south-west to Philadelphia to check off its top sights. From Liberty Bell to Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 306 kilometres north-east of New York, Boston is another essential stop in United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.