Travelling from San Jose to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): What you need to know
Planning your holiday starts with figuring out where you'll leave from in San Jose. Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) is the city's main base, so check out your options for reserving a flight from San Jose to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) departing from here.
The timezone in Barcelona is UTC+1, which is eight hours ahead of San Jose. Barcelona-El Prat Airport is located in Barcelona.
To ensure you get on your flight from San Jose to BCN, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
With more people on the move during high season, aim to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will help you stay ahead of the crowds.
Airports in San Jose
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from San Jose to BCN leaving from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Your journey might pause in:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Located around 6 kilometres from central San Jose, SJC can be reached in about 10 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from San Jose to Barcelona-El Prat Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by staying at one of these stays near Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport:
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from SJC make it to their destination as scheduled 84.69% of the time.
The address for SJC is 1701 Airport Boulevard, Suite B-1130.
About Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Have a late flight from San Jose to Barcelona-El Prat Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near BCN and hit the pillow fast:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Barcelona-El Prat Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Nizacars Rent A Car and explore beyond Barcelona's main sights.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your San Jose 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 about 13 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, do some research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times can vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Jose to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from San Jose to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is ج.م. 15,191. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ج.م. 20,593. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from San Jose to BCN if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest San Jose to Barcelona-El Prat Airport tickets across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Tailor your travel plans using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from San Jose to Barcelona-El Prat Airport.
The best time to fly from San Jose to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
July is when most people book flights from San Jose to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN). Plan your visit to Barcelona in February if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Barcelona is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 31ºC. Book your San Jose to BCN flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Search for cheap tickets from San Jose to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC and 14ºC.
More about Barcelona
Start your Barcelona trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from San Jose to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are loads of awesome things to do in Barcelona when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Kick things off at Sagrada Familia followed by Vinalium Sagrada Familia and Placa de la Sagrada Familia.
Explore more of Spain
You've seen Barcelona, now it's time to explore more of Spain. Travel around 241 kilometres west to Zaragoza to check off its leading attractions. From Plaza España to Plaza del Pilar and La Seo del Salvador, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in Spain, head for Ibiza, about 274 kilometres south of Barcelona. Platja d'en Bossa, Blue Ocean Ibiza and Playa de Ses Salines are key highlights.
