Travelling from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): what you need to know
The timezone in Barcelona is UTC+1, which is five hours ahead of Richmond.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your RIC to BCN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between RIC and BCN:
Philadelphia International Airport
Washington Dulles International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
At the moment, ج.م. 19,134 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is ج.م. 25,323. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from RIC to BCN if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
Getting cheap flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across the month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)
RIC's address is 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.
77.63% of flights that depart Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) land at their destination on schedule.
Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) is around 21 kilometres from central Richmond. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport typically takes 2 hours 50 minutes.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near RIC. Whether you've booked an early flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
If you have a late Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these options near BCN:
Pick up a Barcelona-El Prat Airport rental car and discover Barcelona and beyond with your own set of wheels. Record Go, Goldcar and Nizacars Rent A Car are popular outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Barcelona-El Prat Airport about four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
From Barcelona-El Prat Airport, Barcelona is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Barcelona. If you like a quieter vibe, go in January.
Book your flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport for August if you'd like to visit Barcelona during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC and 31ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC and 14ºC. Search for cheap tickets from RIC to BCN sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Spain
You've visited Barcelona, now it's time to discover other parts of Spain. Travel around 257 kilometres west to Zaragoza to tick off its popular sights. From Puente de Piedra to Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 402 kilometres west of Barcelona, Logroño is another essential stop in Spain. Experience major highlights starting with Concatedral de Santa Maria de la Redonda, Museo de la Rioja and Iglesia de Santiago el Real.
