Flying from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK): what you need to know
8 hours 58 minutes is the average length of a direct flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. New York is 5 hours behind Barcelona and is in the UTC-4 timezone.
Flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport start from 08:55 — the first with Delta Air Lines. The last flight of the day is the 23:40 option with Iberia. In total, you can choose from 25 weekly services from BCN to JFK.
Popular months like July or vacation times such as spring break and Christmas will mean bigger lines at check-in and security. If you're traveling then, play it safe and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of international flights is a wise move.
A range of airlines operate direct flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport, so jetting to New York (and then seeing more parts of United States!) is easy. The most popular carriers flying between BCN and JFK include:
To break up your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport, consider adding a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' and find a destination that catches your eye. The most popular stopovers on the BCN - JFK route are:
Lisbon Portela Airport
Joao Paulo II Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Remember, you might need a visa to enter United States. Visa regulations vary and travel documentation requirements frequently change. Before reserving your cheap ticket from BCN to JFK, check with your carrier and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the most up-to-date information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport is C$302. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$436. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
To snag cheap flight tickets from BCN to JFK, reserve your journey 9 months before the departure date.
May is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. If you'd like to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Handy information about Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The journey from central Barcelona to Barcelona-El Prat Airport takes approximately 33 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or hail a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 24 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Need a handy hotel close to BCN? If you've booked an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Book a hotel near JFK if you're catching a late flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport to central New York takes about 48 minutes in a car. It's approximately 48 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
It takes around 1 hour and 20 minutes if you're traveling on public transport.
When to fly to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
July is the busiest month for flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit New York in May.
Book your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport for July if you'd like to explore New York during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 18ºC and 30ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BCN to JFK in January. Temperatures average between -6ºC and 8ºC then.
More about New York
After booking your flights from BCN to JFK, you'll want to find a place to stay in New York. Make one of these options your base for exploring this top destination:
Statue of Liberty and Central Park are just a couple of the big attractions to add to your New York must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Empire State Building.
New York has a few international airports to choose from. Check out your options for flying to or from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA).
Complete your New York trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to John F. Kennedy International Airport, discover our low prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one go to find the best car rental price for your New York getaway.