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Flight deals from Washington D.C. to Barcelona Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Washington D.C. to Barcelona Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,022. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Barcelona.$891 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 May, returning Thu, 14 May.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 4 May, arriving in Barcelona.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Barcelona on Thu, 14 May, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $891, select.

Barcelona.$955 per passenger.Departing Sun, 26 Apr, returning Sun, 3 May.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Sun, 26 Apr, arriving in Barcelona.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Barcelona on Sun, 3 May, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $955, select.

Barcelona.$971 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec, returning Tue, 8 Dec.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Barcelona.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Barcelona on Tue, 8 Dec, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $971, select.

Barcelona.$971 per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 Jan, returning Mon, 18 Jan.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 6 Jan, arriving in Barcelona.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Barcelona on Mon, 18 Jan, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $971, select.

Barcelona.$972 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Aug, returning Tue, 25 Aug.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 18 Aug, arriving in Barcelona.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Barcelona on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $972, select.

Barcelona.$974 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Nov, returning Mon, 23 Nov.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 16 Nov, arriving in Barcelona.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Barcelona on Mon, 23 Nov, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $974, select.

Barcelona.$979 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Nov, returning Tue, 1 Dec.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 17 Nov, arriving in Barcelona.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Barcelona on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $979, select.

Barcelona.$1,022 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Apr, returning Wed, 29 Apr.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 21 Apr, arriving in Barcelona.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Barcelona on Wed, 29 Apr, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,022, select.

Barcelona.$1,022 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug, returning Mon, 7 Sep.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Barcelona.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Barcelona on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,022, select.

Barcelona.$1,024 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Sep, returning Wed, 30 Sep.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Thu, 24 Sep, arriving in Barcelona.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Barcelona on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,024, select.

Barcelona.$1,025 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Oct, returning Tue, 13 Oct.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in Barcelona.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Barcelona on Tue, 13 Oct, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,025, select.

Barcelona.$1,027 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Sep, returning Thu, 1 Oct.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Barcelona.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Barcelona on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,027, select.

Barcelona.$1,031 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Oct, returning Tue, 3 Nov.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 20 Oct, arriving in Barcelona.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Barcelona on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,031, select.

Barcelona.$1,126 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec, returning Mon, 4 Jan.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Barcelona.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Barcelona on Mon, 4 Jan, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,126, select.

Barcelona.$1,184 per passenger.Departing Mon, 18 May, returning Wed, 17 Jun.Return flight with Aer Lingus.Outbound indirect flight with Aer Lingus, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 18 May, arriving in Barcelona.Inbound indirect flight with Aer Lingus, departs from Barcelona on Wed, 17 Jun, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,184, select.

Barcelona.$1,198 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Mar, returning Wed, 1 Apr.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 23 Mar, arriving in Barcelona.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Barcelona on Wed, 1 Apr, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,198, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Washington D.C. to Barcelona

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Washington D.C. to Barcelona flights are currently cheapest in May.

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Direct flights from Washington D.C. to Barcelona

Washington D.C. to Barcelona: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Washington D.C. to Barcelona below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Barcelona.

Washington D.C. to Barcelona: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$891
Cheapest month to fly	May
Average flight time	8 hrs, 7 mins
Most popular airline	Air Canada
Average flights per week	26

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Finding cheap flights from Washington D.C. to Barcelona: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Washington D.C. to Barcelona?

The best price we found for a return flight from Washington D.C. to Barcelona is $891. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Washington D.C. to Barcelona?

8 hours and 7 minutes is the average flight time from Washington D.C. to Barcelona.

Which airlines fly direct from Washington D.C. to Barcelona?

Air Canada, United and Lufthansa fly direct from Washington D.C. to Barcelona.

How many flights are there a week from Washington D.C. to Barcelona?

As of March 2026, there are 26 flights per week flying from Washington D.C. to Barcelona.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Washington D.C. to Barcelona?

The cheapest month to fly from Washington D.C. to Barcelona is usually May.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Washington D.C. to Barcelona Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Washington D.C. to Barcelona Airport on Monday, 4 May 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Washington D.C. to Barcelona Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 8 hours and 7 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Barcelona?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Barcelona but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Barcelona?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Barcelona is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Flying from Washington DC to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): What you need to know

Washington DC's main base, Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), is where great travel stories take off. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Washington DC to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN).
The timezone in Barcelona is UTC+1, which is six hours ahead of Washington DC. Barcelona-El Prat Airport is located in Barcelona.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Washington DC to BCN.
Popular months like April or holiday periods such as Christmas and New Year will mean longer lines at check-in and security. Travelling then? Play it safe and head to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a wise move.

Airports in Washington DC

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)

Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Washington DC to BCN. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). Make a stop (and maybe make your fare cheaper) by passing through one of these popular airports:
- Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
- Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
- Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Located around 6 kilometres from the centre of Washington DC, DCA can be reached in about 10 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 25 minutes.
Have an early flight from Washington DC to Barcelona-El Prat Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport:
76% of flights taking off from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport land at their destination on time.
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

You can book a direct Washington DC to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) plane ticket with departures from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Work out whether leaving from IAD works best for your plans.
United Airlines has direct flights from Washington DC to BCN out of IAD. Book your favourite aisle (or window) seat and arrive at your destination in a single journey.
United is the top choice for travellers flying from IAD to BCN.
Need a carrier known for punctuality? Choose United. 82.61% of its flights between Washington Dulles International Airport and Barcelona-El Prat Airport arrive on schedule.
Make the most of your trip with a stopover on your flight from Washington DC to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Check out these connections between Washington Dulles International Airport and BCN:
- London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
- Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
- Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
On public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in around 1 hour 10 minutes. The terminal is roughly 40 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 45 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Washington DC to BCN flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Washington Dulles International Airport:
74% of flights out of Washington Dulles International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.

Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)

You can book a plane ticket from Washington DC to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) with one or more stops departing from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI). These are some of the most popular stopovers between BWI and BCN:
- London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
- New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
- Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
BWI is around 48 kilometres from central Washington DC. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 40 minutes. If you're thinking about taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Make catching an early Washington DC to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Stay at one of these accommodation options near Baltimore Washington International Airport and get to your check-in counter with plenty of time to spare:
Flights that depart from BWI reach their destination as scheduled 77% of the time.

About Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)

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To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Washington DC to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight.

Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona

Central Barcelona is about 13 kilometres from Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Travel times by taxi or car hire will vary depending on time of day and traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of time.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 30 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)

Currently, $582 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $891. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap flights from Washington DC to BCN, book your plane ticket eight months before your departure date.
January is when you're most likely to land a fantastic deal on a Washington DC to Barcelona-El Prat Airport ticket. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
Snapping up a cheap plane ticket from Washington DC to BCN is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when there's a better deal.
Find a cheap flight from Washington DC to Barcelona-El Prat Airport by using the search filters. Select your preferred departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Washington DC to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)

It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Washington DC to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN). June is the busiest month to travel to Barcelona. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, go in January.
When booking your Washington DC to BCN plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Barcelona, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 31ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Washington DC to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in January when temperatures are between 5ºC and 14ºC.

More about Barcelona

Once you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Barcelona:
Your Barcelona visit isn't complete without checking out the sights. Big-name attractions worth exploring include Sagrada Familia, Vinalium Sagrada Familia and Placa de la Sagrada Familia.

Explore more of Spain

Barcelona has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Spain just waiting to be explored. Around 241 kilometres west of Barcelona, a trip to Zaragoza will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Plaza España, Plaza del Pilar and La Seo del Salvador.
Around 274 kilometres south of Barcelona, Ibiza is another essential stop in Spain. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Blue Ocean Ibiza, Bossa Beach and Playa de Ses Salines.