General Information About Barcelona Airport

Barcelona Airport serves 37 million passengers annually and features two terminals linked by a shuttle bus, mostly catering to international flights but also offering budget airlines services from here.

Taxis, buses and trains are your best bet for reaching the city center quickly and comfortably. Booking can be done both online or at one of the taxi stands outside airport terminals.

Banks and Money Exchange: Terminals T1 and T2B feature CaixaBank offices; while ATMs and currency exchange services can be found throughout all terminals.

Flights: Every day, hundreds of scheduled airline flights arrive and depart Barcelona Airport on numerous carriers, including popular routes between Barcelona and Madrid, Mallorca, Amsterdam, Paris, Ibiza and London.

Airport Lounges: Terminal 1 area features various lounges that offer food and beverages as well as WiFi connectivity and bars with access.

24-7 restaurants and shops: Barcelona Airport boasts several 24-hour dining establishments offering various cuisines. There are also various shopping areas where souvenirs, clothing and other goods may be purchased.

Hotels: Near the airport there are a number of hotels which provide complimentary shuttle service between terminal and hotel rooms, making this an excellent option for overnight or layover stays. These reservations can be booked online.

How to Get From Barcelona Airport to El Prat De Llobregat Center

From Barcelona airport, there are multiple ways of reaching El Prat de Llobregat. Buses, trains and metro lines will bring you into Barcelona city centre; but taxi or private transfer may be more suitable as an approach.

Taxis from Barcelona Airport to El Prat de Llobregat typically take 25-35 minutes and can be cheaper than bus or train services, although finding one may take longer at peak times.

Free Shuttle from Hotels near Barcelona Airport - Many hotels near Barcelona airport provide complimentary transfers to and from the airport, often running all day and night. This option is especially beneficial to those staying outside of public transport networks or with early flights.

Aerobus from Barcelona Airport to Placa Catalunya & Downtown Barcelona

Aerobus is one of the most convenient ways of travel between Barcelona Airport and Placa Catalunya in just 40 minutes, running every 30 minutes between Terminal 1 and Placa Catalunya in approximately 40 minutes - perfect for travellers with limited time or luggage!

Transport from Barcelona Airport - L9 Sud

There is one metro line connecting Barcelona Airport with Barcelona City Centre: the L9 Sud (South). Departures take around 30 minutes every 7 minutes from the airport terminals and end at Zona Universitaria station - making this line ideal if you want to reach its end destination without changing lines.

Rail - Airport Train from El Prat to Barcelona and other cities around Catalonia.

The Barcelona Airport Train offers an efficient means of traveling between El Prat Airport and Barcelona's city centre and beyond. It stops at Barcelona-Sants and Passeig de Gracia stations before continuing onto Granollers, Sant Celoni, Massanet in Catalonia.

Bus from El Prat de Llobregat and the Center - TMB TMB's Express bus line 46 connects Terminals T1 and T2, making a stop in Placa Espanya in about 40 minutes, offering travellers with limited time or luggage the fastest route from airport to city centre.

Nitbus N16 & N17 from the Airport to Barcelona Nitbus N16 and N17 run between Barcelona Airport and its center in around 30 minutes, leaving Terminal T1 & T2 daily in the mornings from Terminals T1 & T2. As it's an express bus, this option provides efficient travel from terminals T1 & T2. Ideal for travellers with limited time who require quickly reaching Barcelona, yet possess hand luggage only.

Barcelona Airport Amenities & Services

Barcelona Airport provides passengers with a host of amenities and services, such as restaurants, coffee shops, bars and fast-food outlets; banks (CaixaBank); car rental desks; tour operators services and tourist information offices.

Travellers with disabilities can take advantage of special facilities designed to meet their needs when travelling, such as meeting points and parking designated specifically for people with disabilities as well as assistance for wheelchair users.

Finding Accommodation Near Barcelona Airport

Barcelona Airport has many hotels close by which can be booked on either a short-term or overnight basis; some even provide free shuttle service directly from and to the airport.

Each terminal boasts an impressive selection of restaurants, coffee shops, fast-food outlets, traditional Catalan and Spanish gourmet eateries and snack stands/ice cream kiosks/duty-free stores selling wine/spirits/tobacco/jewellery - the latter of which provide passengers with convenient dining and retail experiences before and after travel.

Ground handlers operate a 24-hour lost and found service at the airport, with offices for lost property in Terminal 1 lobby area as well as others located throughout. In total there are 15 offices throughout which handlers store items left at various offices at the airport.

Transportation & Luggage Drop Off:

There are multiple shuttle bus routes connecting the airport with Barcelona's city centre and nearby towns; travellers can purchase tickets online through Aerobus' website to plan and book their journeys.