Flying from Wilmington International Airport (ILM) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): what you need to know
The timezone in Barcelona is UTC+1, which is five hours ahead of Wilmington.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your ILM to BCN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Wilmington International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between ILM and BCN include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Wilmington International Airport (ILM) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Currently, AED 1,723 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Wilmington International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is AED 2,149. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from ILM to BCN. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Wilmington International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across every month and score a great deal.
Save time looking for cheap flights from ILM to BCN by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Wilmington International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport.
Handy information about Wilmington International Airport (ILM)
You'll find ILM at 1740 Airport Boulevard.
When it comes to Wilmington International Airport's on-time performance, 79.81% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Wilmington to Wilmington International Airport is around 11 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Expect a journey time of around 2 hours 50 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from Wilmington International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near ILM:
Arriving at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Consider booking a hotel near BCN if you have a late Wilmington International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Barcelona-El Prat Airport rental car and discover Barcelona and beyond with your own set of wheels. Record Go, Goldcar and Nizacars Rent A Car are popular outlets to choose from here.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Barcelona-El Prat Airport around four weeks in advance.
Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
From Barcelona-El Prat Airport, Barcelona is approximately 18 kilometers away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the center driving.
It typically takes 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
July is the most popular month for flights from Wilmington International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Barcelona in January.
The warmest month in Barcelona is August, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your flights from Wilmington International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from ILM to BCN in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
Explore more of Spain
Barcelona has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Spain waiting to be explored. About 257 kilometers west of Barcelona, a visit to Zaragoza will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
Around 402 kilometers west of Barcelona, Logroño is another essential stop in Spain. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Concatedral de Santa Maria de la Redonda, Museo de la Rioja and Iglesia de Santiago el Real.
