How many flights from Washington, D.C. to Barcelona are non-stop?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 1.4% of flights from Washington, D.C. to Barcelona were non-stop. The vast majority of travelers on this route typically experience connecting flights. For those with connecting itineraries, the median number of stopovers observed was 2. This indicates that direct options are relatively infrequent for this particular route.

How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Barcelona?

The direct flight from Washington, D.C. to Barcelona typically takes around 7 hours and 50 minutes, covering a distance of 6516 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration is considerably longer, averaging 14 hours and 16 minutes. This represents a significant difference in travel time, with direct flights being nearly half the duration of one-stop options.

How much more do direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Barcelona cost?

Historically, direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Barcelona cost approximately 13% more than connecting flights. The median price for a direct flight was $1196, while connecting flights had a median price of $1061. Direct flights represent a small share of the available options, accounting for about 1.6% of all flights in the trailing 90 days. Travelers prioritizing convenience may find the premium for direct flights worthwhile.

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Washington, D.C. to Barcelona: Overview

Insights for flights from Washington, D.C. to Barcelona

Fares for flights from Washington, D.C. to Barcelona typically range from $840 to $1281, with a median price of $1049. Right now, fares are below the typical level, and only 2% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities for travelers seeking cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Barcelona.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to Barcelona? The most affordable month to fly is April, with a median fare of $683. Following April, January and March also offer competitive prices, both with a median fare of $804.

A typical journey from Washington, D.C. to Barcelona takes 27h 41m, including connections. This is a long-haul route, covering a distance of 6516 km. Given that most itineraries connect at least once, and the median number of stopovers when connecting is 2, the overall travel time reflects these layovers.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with only 1.4% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means that travelers should anticipate at least one layover when planning their trip.

How much is a round trip from Washington, D.C. to Barcelona

Regular price: $599 - $1,230

Prices are currently within the regular range for flights from Washington, D.C. to Barcelona.

Regular prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Barcelona typically range from $599 to $1230. The current lowest deal is $675 with Icelandair for travel from Sep 21-Sep 30.

now $675

Low $599

High $1,230

The cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to Barcelona

The cheapest month to fly from Washington to Barcelona is April, with a median price of $683. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $1171. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $683

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,171

Jan

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Direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Barcelona

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Washington, D.C. to Barcelona

Sat, Oct 3

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Barcelona

Washington, D.C. (BWI) - Barcelona (BCN)

Icelandair

$648

$676

One-way

Mon, Oct 5

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Barcelona

Washington, D.C. (BWI) - Barcelona (BCN)

Icelandair

$652

$622

One-way

Mon, Oct 5

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Barcelona

Washington, D.C. (BWI) - Barcelona (BCN)

Icelandair

$648

$622

One-way

Mon, Oct 5

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Barcelona

Washington, D.C. (BWI) - Barcelona (BCN)

Icelandair

$644

$653

One-way

Wed, Oct 7

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Barcelona

Washington, D.C. (IAD) - Barcelona (BCN)

Scandinavian Airlines

$659

$674

One-way

Wed, Oct 7

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Barcelona

Washington, D.C. (IAD) - Barcelona (BCN)

Turkish Airlines

$680

$753

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Washington, D.C. to Barcelona

10 nights

Dec 30 - Jan 9

$790 → $404

49%

5 nights

Feb 11 - Feb 16

$792 → $416

47%

13 nights

Feb 10 - Feb 23

$783 → $414

47%

7 nights

Feb 11 - Feb 18

$783 → $418

47%

Popular Airports to fly from Washington, D.C. to Barcelona

Washington, D.C. - Barcelona route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Washington, D.C. to Barcelona are below the typical level at $1049.

📅 Best time to fly

April is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Barcelona, at $683.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 27h 41m

Flights from Washington, D.C. to Barcelona typically take 27h 41m, with 2 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Connecting flights are dominant, making up 98.6% of available flights on this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

United Airlines has 1 direct deal

United Airlines has 1 direct deal from Washington, D.C. to Barcelona in the last 90 days.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals from Washington, D.C. to Barcelona are frequent, appearing multiple times a month.

Washington, D.C. main airports to depart from

Washington Dulles International (IAD)

Cheapest

Washington Dulles International offers a convenient departure point for flights from Washington, D.C. to Barcelona.

📍 ~36 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$558

Barcelona main airports to arrive at

Barcelona–El Prat (BCN)

Cheapest

Barcelona–El Prat Airport is a primary arrival choice for flights from Washington, D.C. to Barcelona.

📍 ~13 km from city center (reachable by car, bus, train, metro)

💸 Flights from ~$578

Airports nearby Barcelona used as alternative

Girona–Costa Brava (GRO)

Girona–Costa Brava is a useful alternative, especially for budget airlines serving the Catalonia region.

📍 ~92 km from Barcelona (reachable by shuttle bus)

💸 Flights from ~$707

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Barcelona

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Barcelona

Historically, the best prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Barcelona are found when booking 14-27 days in advance. During this period, the average price is around $826. Booking 7-13 days out typically sees prices at $912, while waiting until 0-6 days before departure can result in an average price of $1112. For longer booking windows, prices tend to be higher, with flights booked 28-59 days in advance averaging $1265 and those booked 60+ days out averaging $1197.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Barcelona is considered to be $840 or less. The median price for this route during the same period was $1049. Prices can go higher, with 75% of observed prices being $1281 or less. Travelers aiming for a budget-friendly trip should target prices at or below the $840 threshold.

Historically, April has been the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Barcelona, with a median price of $683. January and March also offer competitive prices, both with a median of $804. The annual median price for this route is $1049. While January is listed as the most expensive month in some observations, its median price of $804 still represents a good value compared to the overall annual median.

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Washington, D.C. to Barcelona: Overview

Insights for flights from Washington, D.C. to Barcelona

How much is a round trip from Washington, D.C. to Barcelona

Regular price: $599 - $1,230

Prices are currently within the regular range for flights from Washington, D.C. to Barcelona.

Regular prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Barcelona typically range from $599 to $1230. The current lowest deal is $675 with Icelandair for travel from Sep 21-Sep 30.

now $675

Low $599

High $1,230

The cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to Barcelona

April

Cheapest

Flights from $683

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,171

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Barcelona

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Washington, D.C. to Barcelona

Sat, Oct 3

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Barcelona

Washington, D.C. (BWI) - Barcelona (BCN)

Icelandair

$648

$676

One-way

Mon, Oct 5

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Barcelona

Washington, D.C. (BWI) - Barcelona (BCN)

Icelandair

$652

$622

One-way

Mon, Oct 5

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Barcelona

Washington, D.C. (BWI) - Barcelona (BCN)

Icelandair

$648

$622

One-way

Mon, Oct 5

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Barcelona

Washington, D.C. (BWI) - Barcelona (BCN)

Icelandair

$644

$653

One-way

Wed, Oct 7

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Barcelona

Washington, D.C. (IAD) - Barcelona (BCN)

Scandinavian Airlines

$659

$674

One-way

Wed, Oct 7

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Barcelona

Washington, D.C. (IAD) - Barcelona (BCN)

Turkish Airlines

$680

$753

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Washington, D.C. to Barcelona

10 nights

Dec 30 - Jan 9

$790 → $404

49%

5 nights

Feb 11 - Feb 16

$792 → $416

47%

13 nights

Feb 10 - Feb 23

$783 → $414

47%

7 nights

Feb 11 - Feb 18

$783 → $418

47%

Popular Airports to fly from Washington, D.C. to Barcelona