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. This indicates that direct routes are less common for this specific journey. For flights that included stopovers, the median number of stopovers was 2. Travelers should anticipate connecting flights when planning this route.

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

A 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 extends to approximately 14 hours and 16 minutes. Travelers should factor in these significant time differences when choosing between direct and connecting options for their journey.

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 represented about 1.6% of the total flights on this route over the trailing 90 days, indicating they are less frequent but come at a higher cost.

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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, current 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 to find competitive pricing for this route.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to Barcelona? The most affordable month to travel is April, with a median fare of $683. Following closely are January and March, both offering median fares of $804. Planning your trip during these months could result in significant savings.

A typical journey from Washington, D.C. to Barcelona takes approximately 27h 41m, including connections. Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 2. This indicates that direct flights are uncommon, and travelers should expect a longer travel time due to layovers.

The route from Washington, D.C. to Barcelona covers a distance of 6516 km, classifying it as a long-haul journey. This substantial distance means that most travelers will experience an extended period in transit, often involving multiple flight segments and layovers to reach their destination.

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

Regular price: $532 - $1,277

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

The regular price range for flights from Washington, D.C. to Barcelona is typically between $532 and $1277. The current lowest deal is $494 with Icelandair for travel from Sep 25-Sep 29.

now $494

Low $532

High $1,277

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

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Direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Barcelona

United Airlines

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

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Barcelona

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

TAP Portugal

$749

$528

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Barcelona

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

Icelandair

$911

$674

One-way

Fri, Aug 14

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Barcelona

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

Icelandair

$905

$687

One-way

Sun, Aug 16

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Barcelona

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

TAP Portugal

$745

$531

One-way

Mon, Aug 17

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Barcelona

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

Icelandair

$911

$690

One-way

Tue, Aug 18

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Barcelona

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

Icelandair

$908

$672

One-way

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

7 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 17

$820 → $507

38%

5 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 15

$831 → $533

36%

5 nights

Dec 14 - Dec 19

$835 → $540

35%

10 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 19

$823 → $533

35%

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 $494.

📅 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 when connecting.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

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

🏆 Airline highlight

United Airlines offers direct flights

United Airlines has offered 1 direct flight deal from Washington, D.C. to Barcelona recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from Washington, D.C. to Barcelona are frequent, appearing every 30 days.

Washington, D.C. main airports to depart from

Ronald Reagan Washington National (DCA)

Cheapest

Ronald Reagan Washington National is often the cheapest option for flights from Washington, D.C. to Barcelona.

📍 ~5 km from city center (reachable by car or metro).

💸 Flights from ~$592

Barcelona main airports to arrive at

Barcelona–El Prat (BCN)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~12 km from city center (reachable by car, bus, train, metro)

💸 Flights from ~$592

Airports nearby Barcelona used as alternative

Girona–Costa Brava (GRO)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~92 km from Barcelona (reachable by shuttle bus, car, or regional rail).

💸 Flights from ~$723

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Barcelona

Historically, the lowest prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Barcelona are found when booking 14-27 days in advance. During this period, the average price was around $826. Booking 7-13 days out saw an average price of $912, while waiting until 0-6 days before departure typically resulted in a higher average price of $1112. Prices generally increased for bookings made further in advance, with flights booked 28-59 days out averaging $1265 and those booked 60+ days out averaging $1197.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Barcelona was considered to be $840 or less. The median price for this route was $1049, while prices at the 75th percentile reached $1281. These figures are based on pricing trends observed over a 90-day period, indicating that travelers who secured fares at or below $840 were getting a competitive deal.

Historically, April has been the best month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Barcelona, with a median price of $683. January and March also offered competitive fares, both with a median price of $804. The annual median price for this route was $1049, suggesting that booking in April could lead to significant savings compared to the yearly average. These insights are based on pricing data collected over a 270-day period.

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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: $532 - $1,277

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

The regular price range for flights from Washington, D.C. to Barcelona is typically between $532 and $1277. The current lowest deal is $494 with Icelandair for travel from Sep 25-Sep 29.

now $494

Low $532

High $1,277

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

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Barcelona

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

TAP Portugal

$749

$528

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Barcelona

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

Icelandair

$911

$674

One-way

Fri, Aug 14

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Barcelona

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

Icelandair

$905

$687

One-way

Sun, Aug 16

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Barcelona

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

TAP Portugal

$745

$531

One-way

Mon, Aug 17

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Barcelona

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

Icelandair

$911

$690

One-way

Tue, Aug 18

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Barcelona

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

Icelandair

$908

$672

One-way

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

7 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 17

$820 → $507

38%

5 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 15

$831 → $533

36%

5 nights

Dec 14 - Dec 19

$835 → $540

35%

10 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 19

$823 → $533

35%

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