BARCELONA AIRPORT
Transport At Busiest Airport In Spain
by: Peter Wilson
Barcelona’s main airport is located a convenient fourteen
kilometers south-west of the city centre at El Prat de
Llobregat. It is one of the busiest airports in Spain, not
surprising when you consider the variety of low cost flights
now available to the area all year round. As holidaymakers
begin to avoid the traditional summer holiday months, opting
instead for slightly cooler weather for their Barcelona
sightseeing, package holiday companies are coming up with
great deals on city breaks and weekends away in this
fabulous city.
So are the facilities at Barcelona Airport keeping pace with
the growing tourist traffic passing through each week? Is it
really so simple to get from the airport to your city centre
hotel, and back again? Booking cheap flights often means
sacrificing that lie in or early night to get the best deal, but
will you have to pay extortionate cab fare when you get
there? The following advice will help you to plan this crucial
part of your journey, whatever time your flights, and
whatever your budget. All modes of transport are available
directly from Barcelona airport, but you may need to book
some in advance to make sure you don’t miss out.
Hiring a car can often be your best option. If you are only
staying for a short period you will want to make the most of
your time and not spend precious minutes waiting for a bus
that will take the long route to your destination. When
arriving late at night, or leaving early in the morning, a hire
car is invaluable and can ensure you get a little extra rest. It
means you don’t need to worry about lugging your cases
around, and gives you the flexibility to visit some out of town
places during your stay that you would otherwise have
missed. Most airlines have special deals with car hire
companies, so be sure to check when you book your flight.
You also need to be sure that your hotel has adequate
parking and find out the cost so you don’t get a shock at
check out.
If you are not planning to travel around during your stay, a
taxi can have all the same advantages as a car but with less
cost. You will also avoid driving in a new country, where the
rules and road signs may be unfamiliar, and you may even
be on the opposite side of the road from what you are used
to. Taxis can be taken from outside all terminals at
Barcelona airport and official taxis are white with a red
stripe. Your taxi will take you to downtown Barcelona for
around twenty Euros, and you will be there in fifteen
minutes, depending on the time of day and traffic. You will
be charged an extra euro for each piece of luggage.
Between the hours of 6am and 11pm, a half hourly train
service will take you from the airport to the Placa de
Catalunya for a fraction of the taxi fare. Inside the terminal,
follow signs showing a train, which will be signposted to the
Placa de Catalunya or the Arc de Triomf. The train ride is
fifteen to twenty minutes. Although the train is cheaper than
a taxi, if there is a group of you, you may still want to get a
cab. It will work out the same price and will drop you right at
your hotel. The airport bus operates similar hours to the
train, and also drops you in the Plaza Catalunya, as well as
making several stops along the way.
About The Author
Peter J. Wilson repeatedly produces web pages on stories
about flights and Spain. You can have a look at his writings
over at http://www.barcelona-information.com/barcelona-
airport.html and other sources for Barcelona Airport tips.
Transport At Busiest Airport In Spain
by: Peter Wilson
Barcelona’s main airport is located a convenient fourteen
kilometers south-west of the city centre at El Prat de
Llobregat. It is one of the busiest airports in Spain, not
surprising when you consider the variety of low cost flights
now available to the area all year round. As holidaymakers
begin to avoid the traditional summer holiday months, opting
instead for slightly cooler weather for their Barcelona
sightseeing, package holiday companies are coming up with
great deals on city breaks and weekends away in this
fabulous city.
So are the facilities at Barcelona Airport keeping pace with
the growing tourist traffic passing through each week? Is it
really so simple to get from the airport to your city centre
hotel, and back again? Booking cheap flights often means
sacrificing that lie in or early night to get the best deal, but
will you have to pay extortionate cab fare when you get
there? The following advice will help you to plan this crucial
part of your journey, whatever time your flights, and
whatever your budget. All modes of transport are available
directly from Barcelona airport, but you may need to book
some in advance to make sure you don’t miss out.
Hiring a car can often be your best option. If you are only
staying for a short period you will want to make the most of
your time and not spend precious minutes waiting for a bus
that will take the long route to your destination. When
arriving late at night, or leaving early in the morning, a hire
car is invaluable and can ensure you get a little extra rest. It
means you don’t need to worry about lugging your cases
around, and gives you the flexibility to visit some out of town
places during your stay that you would otherwise have
missed. Most airlines have special deals with car hire
companies, so be sure to check when you book your flight.
You also need to be sure that your hotel has adequate
parking and find out the cost so you don’t get a shock at
check out.
If you are not planning to travel around during your stay, a
taxi can have all the same advantages as a car but with less
cost. You will also avoid driving in a new country, where the
rules and road signs may be unfamiliar, and you may even
be on the opposite side of the road from what you are used
to. Taxis can be taken from outside all terminals at
Barcelona airport and official taxis are white with a red
stripe. Your taxi will take you to downtown Barcelona for
around twenty Euros, and you will be there in fifteen
minutes, depending on the time of day and traffic. You will
be charged an extra euro for each piece of luggage.
Between the hours of 6am and 11pm, a half hourly train
service will take you from the airport to the Placa de
Catalunya for a fraction of the taxi fare. Inside the terminal,
follow signs showing a train, which will be signposted to the
Placa de Catalunya or the Arc de Triomf. The train ride is
fifteen to twenty minutes. Although the train is cheaper than
a taxi, if there is a group of you, you may still want to get a
cab. It will work out the same price and will drop you right at
your hotel. The airport bus operates similar hours to the
train, and also drops you in the Plaza Catalunya, as well as
making several stops along the way.
About The Author
Peter J. Wilson repeatedly produces web pages on stories
about flights and Spain. You can have a look at his writings
over at http://www.barcelona-information.com/barcelona-
airport.html and other sources for Barcelona Airport tips.
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