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Cheapest return flight
$973
Typical prices: $975-$1,569
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Wed 3/10Fri 19/10
LAX - BCN • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
$1,147
Typical prices: $1,058-$1,636
Finnair
Wed 10/10Tue 23/10
LAX - BCN • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Iberia. Average duration is 11h 25m
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Most punctual • 85% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 15% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 21% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $509 (return)
Shortest trip • 14h 12m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Barcelona-El Prat (LAX-BCN)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Los Angeles to Barcelona-El Prat

Sat, 3 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct
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23:55 - 08:45LAX  Los Angeles-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
23h 50m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
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13:25 - 11:50BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-LAX Los Angeles
31h 25m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
$973Delta
Wed, 18 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov
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21:05 - 14:00LAX  Los Angeles-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
31h 55m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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06:00 - 11:45BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-LAX Los Angeles
14h 45m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
$975Delta
Tue, 29 Sep - Thu, 8 Oct
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06:40 - 09:00LAX  Los Angeles-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
17h 20m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle
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06:20 - 14:45BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-LAX Los Angeles
17h 25m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
$978Delta
Mon, 5 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct
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11:34 - 14:50LAX  Los Angeles-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
18h 16m2 stops Salt Lake City Paris Charles de Gaulle
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06:20 - 11:50BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-LAX Los Angeles
14h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
$980Delta
Sun, 4 Oct - Tue, 6 Oct
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06:40 - 08:35LAX  Los Angeles-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
16h 55m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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10:05 - 16:05BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-LAX Los Angeles
15h 00m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
$982Delta
Wed, 21 Oct - Fri, 30 Oct
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06:40 - 08:35LAX  Los Angeles-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
16h 55m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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06:00 - 17:35BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-LAX Los Angeles
19h 35m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
$984Delta
Mon, 15 Feb - Thu, 11 Mar
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09:59 - 14:00LAX  Los Angeles-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
19h 01m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle
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06:00 - 11:45BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-LAX Los Angeles
14h 45m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
$985Delta
Sun, 24 Jan - Thu, 4 Feb
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11:45 - 14:00LAX  Los Angeles-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
17h 15m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle
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06:00 - 11:45BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-LAX Los Angeles
14h 45m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
$987Delta
Sun, 13 Dec - Fri, 18 Dec
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07:15 - 14:00LAX  Los Angeles-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
21h 45m2 stops Salt Lake City Paris Charles de Gaulle
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06:00 - 18:34BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-LAX Los Angeles
21h 34m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
$988Delta
Sun, 25 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct
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21:00 - 09:00LAX  Los Angeles-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
28h 00m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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13:10 - 10:00BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-LAX Los Angeles
28h 50m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$989Delta
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Los Angeles to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Los Angeles to Barcelona-El Prat Airport with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Los Angeles to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

Return flights from Los Angeles to Barcelona-El Prat Airport start at $973. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from $975 to $1,569. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $973 on Delta.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Barcelona-El Prat Airport and is 7% cheaper than the average day. Wednesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 4% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

  • October is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Barcelona-El Prat Airport at $963 return.
  • June ($1,632) and December ($1,577) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 69% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Los Angeles to Barcelona-El Prat Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Los Angeles to Barcelona-El Prat Airport are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 15% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Los Angeles to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$471
Best time to beat the crowds (19% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (33% more expensive on average)
Flights from Los Angeles to Barcelona-El Prat Airport

When to book flights from Los Angeles to Barcelona-El Prat

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Los Angeles to Barcelona-El Prat based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Los Angeles to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Where can I get a bite to eat in the International Terminal of Los Angeles International Airport?

    800 Degrees Pizza is an Italian restaurant that is in the Dining Terrace of the International Terminal of Los Angeles International Airport, while Umami Burger is located nearby and sells a variety of cheeseburgers and sandwiches. The Border Grill can also be found in the Dining Terrace and has a traditional American menu.

  • Are there any facilities for families in Los Angeles International Airport?

    If you are a nursing mother, you can use one of the breastfeeding rooms that are placed in each terminal of Los Angeles International Airport. You can access them for free by using the Mamava app; inside, you will find a changing table, comfortable benches, a sink, USB ports, and outlets.

  • Are there any shops in Barcelona–El Prat Airport?

    If you want to get a headstart on your souvenir shopping, go to some of the different stores in Barcelona–El Prat Airport. Barcelona Duty Free can be found in Terminals 1 and 2, and they offer clothing, accessories, liquor, and electronics. Calzedonia-Intimissimi is in Terminal 1 and is known for selling affordable clothing.

  • What are good hotels near Barcelona–El Prat Airport?

    The ibis Budget Aeropuerto Barcelona Viladecans is an affordable option that is a 10m drive from Barcelona–El Prat Airport and a 20m drive from Casa Batlló. To stay somewhere stylish, pick the 4-star Sallés Hotel Ciutat del Prat, which is a 12m drive from the airport and only a 9m walk from the El Prat De Llobregat train station.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Los Angeles to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Los Angeles to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights:

    • Iberia: offers free seat selection
    • LEVEL: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines are available on the route from Los Angeles to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    Only Iberia operates flights between Los Angeles and Barcelona-El Prat Airport.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Los Angeles to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    Flights from Los Angeles to Barcelona-El Prat Airport usually depart from Los Angeles Los Angeles (LAX) and arrive at Barcelona-El Prat (BCN).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Los Angeles to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Iberia: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • LEVEL: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should check the fare details before booking.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Los Angeles to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Los Angeles to Barcelona-El Prat Airport.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Los Angeles to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average $509 return via New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK), compared with $1,295 for direct.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Los Angeles to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $94–$139 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Los Angeles to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    The Airbus A330-200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Iberia and Finnair. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A330 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Los Angeles to Barcelona-El Prat Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Los Angeles to Barcelona-El Prat Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 36% of one-stop connections
    • Lisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS) – 21% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 9% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 4% of one-stop connections

    Frankfurt am Main (FRA) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Los Angeles to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 11% on the Los Angeles to Barcelona-El Prat Airport route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,144 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $1,283, a difference of $139. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Los Angeles to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Los Angeles to Barcelona-El Prat Airport route, 15% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 3 hours 5 minutes.

  • What popular places can I visit in Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Barcelona-El Prat Airport are Barcelona City Centre, La Rambla, and Placa de Catalunya. These are among the most viewed places in Barcelona-El Prat Airport on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Los Angeles to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Los Angeles to Barcelona-El Prat Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 19:50 and lands at 07:15
    • Latest: departs at 20:55 and lands at 08:20.

    The flight takes about 11h 25m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Los Angeles to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 6% above the route average of $1,225. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Los Angeles to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    A direct flight from Los Angeles to Barcelona-El Prat Airport takes 11h 25m, covering 15,559 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Los Angeles to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How are flight prices from Los Angeles to Barcelona-El Prat Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Los Angeles to Barcelona-El Prat Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $541, which is 24% below the typical average for this route.

  • How does LEVEL's on-time performance compare to other airlines on Los Angeles to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights?

    LEVEL is the only airline operating Los Angeles to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights. 85% of its flights are on time.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Los Angeles to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Los Angeles to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    Flying via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 14h 12m, compared to 14h 34m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) and 14h 53m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between Los Angeles and Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    Barcelona-El Prat Airport is 9 hours ahead of Los Angeles (Central European Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which car hire options are available at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)?

    Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $2 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Record go
    · NIZACARS
    · Goldcar Rental SP
    · CLICK RENT
    · Ok Mobility

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Los Angeles to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight?

    Return flights from Los Angeles to Barcelona-El Prat Airport range from $975 to $1,569, with an average of $1,225 over the past 12 months. Anything below $975 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Los Angeles to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights?

    Three airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Los Angeles to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights:

    • • Iberia
    • • American Airlines
    • • Finnair

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty programme, while others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

Your guide to booking Los Angeles to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Wednesday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $1,144 – about $139 less than Wednesday (11% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 15% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Los Angeles to Barcelona-El Prat Airport trip for October. Fares historically average $963 return in that month – typically $669 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages $509 return on this route – about $785 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • In you’re interested in nonstop flights from Los Angeles to Barcelona, Norwegian Airlines is a popular company to book with, as their prices are known for being affordable. For flights that have layovers, Air France and American Airlines are good choices, as they provide free checked suitcases and meals.
  • If you would like to unwind before embarking on a long day of traveling, pay a visit to the Be Relax spa that is in Terminal 1 of Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). In addition to standard manicures and pedicures, this spa also offers massages, facials, and waxing.
  • To look your best during your flight, stop by Marvin’s Shoe Shine in either Terminal 1, 4, or 7 of Los Angeles International Airport. All cleanings are complimentary no matter what type of shoes you are wearing, and employees work for tips.
  • Hoping to pass through immigration as quickly as possible after your flight from Los Angeles to Barcelona has landed? Consider purchasing a Fast Lane pass for Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN). These passes will allow you to wait in your own separate line for immigration and customs, cutting the time of the entire process in half.
  • If you are going to Barcelona for work, consider hosting your meeting or workshop in the Business Center, which can be found in Terminal 1 of Barcelona–El Prat Airport. This center contains desks, projectors, a professional sound system, outlets, and high-speed Internet, making it a convenient place to work.

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Los Angeles Los Angeles to Barcelona-El Prat

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Saturday

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