Travelling from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): what you need to know
The timezone in Barcelona is UTC+1, which is eight hours ahead of Portland.
Your PDX to BCN flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at security. 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 explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Portland International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. These are the top stopovers between PDX and BCN:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
O'Hare International Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
R 4,739 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Portland International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 9,235. These prices can change based on demand.
To score cheap tickets from PDX to BCN, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Portland International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Portland International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Portland International Airport (PDX)
PDX is located at 7000 NE Airport Way.
Portland International Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 83.65% of flights that depart PDX land on time.
To reach Portland International Airport from central Portland, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to PDX? If you're boarding an early flight from Portland International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Consider booking a hotel close to BCN if you're taking a late Portland International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Barcelona-El Prat Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Nizacars Rent A Car and find adventure across Barcelona and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Barcelona-El Prat Airport around four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
Barcelona-El Prat Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from central Barcelona. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
Getting there by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Portland International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Barcelona. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Barcelona is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your flights from Portland International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Look for cheap tickets from PDX to BCN around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Spain
Barcelona has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Spain waiting to be explored. Around 257 kilometres west of Barcelona, a trip to Zaragoza will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
Around 402 kilometres west of Barcelona, Logroño is another essential stop in Spain. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Concatedral de Santa Maria de la Redonda, Museo de la Rioja and Iglesia de Santiago el Real.