Travelling from Sacramento to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): What you need to know
Sacramento's main base, Sacramento International Airport (SMF), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Sacramento to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN).
Barcelona is eight hours ahead of Sacramento. Barcelona-El Prat Airport is located in Barcelona, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from Sacramento to BCN, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
In high season, allow for longer wait times and get there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.
Airports in Sacramento
Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Sacramento to BCN. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Sacramento International Airport (SMF). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these popular airports:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Travelling from central Sacramento to SMF takes about 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booking a hotel room for the night can take the stress out of reaching the airport on time. If you need somewhere to stay before your flight from Sacramento to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, check out Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas. It's a quick drive from Sacramento International Airport.
82.15% of flights departing from Sacramento International Airport reach their destination according to schedule. Given its dependable on-time performance, delays are unlikely when jetting out of SMF.
SMF is located at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Stockton Airport (SCK)
You can reach SCK from the centre of Sacramento in about 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport will take roughly 3 hours 20 minutes to travel the 88 kilometres or so.
The day before your Sacramento to BCN flight, why not enjoy an extra night away? Stay at Holiday Inn Express Stockton Southeast or Hampton Inn by Hilton Stockton, which are near Stockton Airport.
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Stockton Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 55.67%.
The street address for SCK is 5000 South Airport Way, Room 202.
About Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Consider staying in a hotel near BCN if you're catching a late flight from Sacramento to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and be in bed in no time flat:
Explore without limits with a Barcelona-El Prat Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Nizacars Rent A Car and experience more of Barcelona and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Sacramento to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight.
Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
Barcelona-El Prat Airport to the centre of Barcelona is roughly 13 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, plan in advance to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times vary depending on traffic and the time of day.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
At the moment, RM1,558 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sacramento to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM2,116. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Sacramento to BCN if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your Sacramento to Barcelona-El Prat Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Sacramento to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
July is the busiest month for flights from Sacramento to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN). Visit Barcelona in February for a quieter experience.
When booking your Sacramento to BCN plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Barcelona, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Sacramento to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF).
More about Barcelona
After booking your flight from Sacramento to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Barcelona:
Sagrada Familia and Vinalium Sagrada Familia are just two of the popular attractions to add to your Barcelona itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Placa de la Sagrada Familia.
Explore more of Spain
Barcelona has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Spain you should also see. About 241 kilometres west of Barcelona, a visit to Zaragoza will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Plaza España, Plaza del Pilar and La Seo del Salvador.
Ibiza is another must-experience destination in Spain and is around 274 kilometres south of Barcelona. No trip is complete without seeing Platja d'en Bossa, Blue Ocean Ibiza and Playa de Ses Salines.