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Barcelona's modern El Prat airport is located about 12km south-west of the city. Terminal A serves non-Spanish airlines and terminal B serves Iberia International flights. The airport is served by 32 international airlines with direct flights to more than 80 destinations.
Trains to and from the airport
A train leaves the Barcelona Sants station to the airport every 30 minutes. The 20 minute ride costs 2.16 Euros approx.
Buses from the airport
Aerobus every 15 minutes in both directions, costing 3.00Euros approx. 5.30am till 10.05pm - journey time approx. 40 minutes. |
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Airport Reception |
932 983 838 |
Virgin Express |
932 266 671 |
KLM |
933 795 458 |
Air Europa |
932 983 328 |
Spanair |
932 983 362 |
Swissair |
901 116 706 |
Air France |
901 112 266 |
Iberia |
902 400 500 |
Police |
933 791 016 |
Customs |
933 705 155 |
Post Office |
933 704 005 |
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Car Hire
There are several leading car hire companies based at the airport although you will save money by booking in advance here.
Taxi
There is a large taxi rank outside the terminal building. Taxis work on a queue system so choose the taxi at the front of the queue. A taxi to the city centre costs about 18 Euros.
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Car Parking
The airport has 6,000 parking spaces. The parking areas have entry and exit barriers and 24hour security. On entry to the car park, press the button on the machine and collect your ticket. Park only in the marked bays as you will be towed away if you park anywhere else. Take your ticket with you and remember the parking space number. Pay at the machine before you return to your car. There are 15 machines to choose from, inside and outside the airport buildings. Once you have paid your ticket, you have 20 minutes to leave the car park. The charges are per hour with a maximum daily rate and a special rate for the 7th day onwards. There is a free jump start service if you have a flat battery. |
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Flights
Iberia operate a shuttle service between Barcelona and Madrid often at 15 minute intervals. They also fly to Granada, Seville, Valencia and Bilbao. Spanair and Air Europa also fly to Madrid. The terminal building you need will depend on the flight operator |
