Flying from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Fort Lauderdale: what you need to know
Barcelona-El Prat Airport is located in Barcelona. Based in the UTC-4 timezone, Fort Lauderdale is five hours behind Barcelona.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your BCN to Fort Lauderdale flight.
If you're flying during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even explore a different city. When searching for flight tickets from BCN to Fort Lauderdale, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
BCN is around 13 kilometres from central Barcelona. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Searching for a hotel near BCN? If you're boarding an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Fort Lauderdale, these accommodation options set you up for a seamless send-off:
79.12% of flights taking off from Barcelona-El Prat Airport land at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Fort Lauderdale
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Fort Lauderdale flight is $608. The cheapest price for a return flight is $794. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from BCN to Fort Lauderdale if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
Finding cheap tickets from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Fort Lauderdale is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest fares across each month and score a sweet deal.
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Airports in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is around 8 kilometres from the centre of Fort Lauderdale. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 15 minutes.
It typically takes 25 minutes if you're using public transport.
If you have a late flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Fort Lauderdale, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near FLL:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Renta Florida, OtoQ or Thrifty and explore beyond Fort Lauderdale's main sights.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from BCN to Fort Lauderdale.
The street address for FLL is 320 Terminal Drive.
Best time to go to Fort Lauderdale
Before you book your flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Fort Lauderdale, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Fort Lauderdale offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the off-season means you'll get better deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Fort Lauderdale is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 32ºC. Book your Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Fort Lauderdale flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January has average temperatures of between 14ºC and 25ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from BCN to Fort Lauderdale around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Fort Lauderdale
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Fort Lauderdale right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Fort Lauderdale:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Bonnet House Museum and Gardens, Coconut Grove Residences on Fort Lauderdale Beach and Jungle Queen Riverboat are attractions you won't want to skip in Fort Lauderdale.
Explore more of United States
You've visited Fort Lauderdale, now it's time to discover other parts of United States. Journey about 499 kilometres north to Jacksonville to tick off its top attractions. From Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens to The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain, your itinerary will be busy.
Tampa is another essential stop in United States and is around 306 kilometres north-west of Fort Lauderdale. No trip is complete without dropping by Ybor City Tattoo Company, Tampa Riverwalk and The Florida Aquarium.