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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Barcelona (SAN-BCN)

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Diego to Barcelona that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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8:50 am - 6:25 pmSAN-BCN
25h 35m2 stops
7:10 pm - 7:55 pmBCN-SAN
33h 45m2 stops
Wed, Oct 30 - Tue, Nov 5
12:35 pm - 3:55 pmSAN-BCN
19h 20m2 stops
6:25 am - 9:24 pmBCN-SAN
23h 59m2 stops
$583ITA Airways
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Wed, Oct 30 - Wed, Nov 13
6:05 pm - 7:50 pmSAN-BCN
16h 45m1 stop
1:30 pm - 9:25 pmBCN-SAN
16h 55m1 stop
$614British Airways
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Wed, Nov 6 - Wed, Nov 13
8:39 am - 11:25 amSAN-BCN
17h 46m2 stops
1:30 pm - 9:25 pmBCN-SAN
16h 55m1 stop
$618British Airways
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Wed, Nov 6 - Wed, Nov 13
11:47 am - 2:05 pmSAN-BCN
17h 18m2 stops
11:05 am - 10:32 pmBCN-SAN
20h 27m1 stop
$676American Airlines
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Tue, Oct 8 - Thu, Oct 17
6:23 am - 10:30 amSAN-BCN
19h 07m1 stop
1:30 pm - 11:06 amBCN-SAN
29h 36m1 stop
$677American Airlines
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Wed, Oct 16 - Thu, Oct 31
6:40 am - 9:40 amSAN-BCN
18h 00m2 stops
12:25 pm - 10:47 pmBCN-SAN
19h 22m1 stop
$678Air Canada
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Sun, Jun 16 - Fri, Jul 19
7:00 am - 9:40 amSAN-BCN
17h 40m2 stops
12:25 pm - 9:00 pmBCN-SAN
17h 35m2 stops
$680Air Canada
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Sun, Jun 16 - Fri, Jul 19
10:29 pm - 9:40 amSAN-BCN
26h 11m2 stops
12:15 pm - 3:36 pmBCN-SAN
36h 21m2 stops
$688United Airlines
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Mon, Jun 24 - Fri, Aug 16
12:45 pm - 10:25 amSAN-BCN
36h 40m2 stops
2:50 pm - 10:28 pmBCN-SAN
16h 38m1 stop
$695United Airlines
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Sat, Oct 12 - Tue, Oct 22

Flights from San Diego to Barcelona - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Diego to Barcelona to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Diego to Barcelona?

The average price of all flights from San Diego to Barcelona-El Prat Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
If you are looking for a flight deal from San Diego to Barcelona, look for departures on Wednesdays and avoid leaving on a Friday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Barcelona, Monday is the cheapest day to fly and Tuesday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from San Diego to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from San Diego to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is January, where tickets cost $642 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and May, where the average cost of tickets is $1,599 and $1,195 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Diego to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from San Diego to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from San Diego to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, you should book around 4 days before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 72 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from San Diego to Barcelona?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
In the last 3 days, WestJet offered the best one-way deal for that route, at $413. KAYAK users also found San Diego to Barcelona round-trip flights on ITA Airways from $583 and on Iberia from $606.

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Low season

January

High season

November

Cheapest flight

$327
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 33% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 23% lower on average.
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When to book flights from San Diego to Barcelona

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Diego to Barcelona based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking San Diego to Barcelona flights

  • What public transportation options can I use to get from downtown San Diego to San Diego International Airport?

    The most efficient means of public transport between downtown San Diego and SAN is the buses operated by the Metropolitan Transit System (MTS). The buses use route 992 between the two places and are operational daily between 5 am and 11.30 pm. They stop at Terminals 1 and 2 of the airport. During the weekdays, the buses leave their station at 15-minute intervals and 30-minute intervals during the weekends.

  • Which airlines flying from San Diego to Barcelona are more eco-friendly?

    Several Airlines operating between the two airports prioritize eco-friendliness. Delta Airlines, for instance, is committed to achieving carbon neutrality by investing in carbon offset projects. United Airlines contribute to eco-friendliness by largely reducing greenhouse gas emissions. British Airways has implemented programs to recycle waste and minimize its generation.

  • Where are the departure at San Diego International Airport (SAN) and arrival at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)?

    At SAN, you will take off from the main terminal building, which has three concourses: Terminal 1, Terminal 2 East, and Terminal 2 West. The specific departure terminal depends on the airline you are using. BCN's arrivals area is Terminal 1, ground floor, and Terminal 2 at T2A, T2B, and T2C. If you use Delta Air Lines, you will depart from Terminal 2 East and arrive at Terminal 1.

  • Are there any nearby towns Easily Accessible from BCN?

    BCN is a gateway to several nearby towns where you can explore or stay. Barcelona city center is only 7.5 miles from the airport. Other nearby towns easily accessible from the airport include Tarragona and Girona.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Diego to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Diego to Barcelona-El Prat Airport was $327 for a one-way ticket and $580 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between San Diego and Barcelona?

    A passport is required to fly from San Diego to Barcelona.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Diego to Barcelona?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Diego to Barcelona?

    oneworld, Star Alliance, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between San Diego and Barcelona, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to Barcelona from San Diego?

    London is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from San Diego to Barcelona.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from San Diego to Barcelona, WestJet or United Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Diego to Barcelona are WestJet and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $1,110 and an overall rating of 7.5, WestJet is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $963 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Diego to Barcelona?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Diego to Barcelona.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Diego to Barcelona?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Barcelona from San Diego is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Diego to Barcelona?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Barcelona with an airline and back to San Diego with another airline. Booking your flights between San Diego and BCN can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Diego to Barcelona?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Barcelona from San Diego up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Diego to Barcelona-El Prat Airport

  • There are no nonstop flights between San Diego International Airport (SAN) and Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN). However, some airlines have one-stop flights, with stopover destinations varying with the airlines. If you choose to travel with Delta Air Lines, your stopover will be in Atlanta (ATL), and if you travel with American Airlines, your stopover will be in Dallas (DFW).
  • As you await your SAN to BCN flight, fill your time by exploring art at San Diego International Airport. The Make Yourself at Home exhibition features the work of sixteen artists whose artwork demonstrates what it means to feel at home and what it looks like for different people. The art exhibition is located in Terminal 2, pre-and-post security screening.
  • Various Airlines that serve the SAN – BCN route have different carry-on bag regulations. American Airlines allow bags measuring a maximum of 22 inches × 14 inches × 9 inches, including handles and pockets. The airline does not have a weight limit on bags, provided a passenger can lift their bag onto the overhead bin without assistance. You can also bring a personal item such as a laptop or a briefcase if it fits under the seat in front of you.
  • If you plan to bring a liquid during your flight from SAN to BCN, you should be aware of carry-on liquid restrictions. Airlines, such as Delta Airlines, American Airlines, and United Airlines, adhere to the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) rules. As per TSA, passengers should carry liquids in containers that don't exceed 100 ml (3.4 ounces). The containers must be in clear, resealable quart-sized plastic bags that are easily accessible.
  • Different airlines offer different classes of tickets for flights between SAN and BCN. Delta Airlines has Basic Economy, Delta One, Main Cabin, and Premium Select tickets. Basic Economy is perfect for traveling on a budget as it is the cheapest. In Delta One, you will be treated to a luxurious time, enjoying benefits such as premium dining options, direct aisle access, and spacious seating areas. Main Cabin is the equivalent of a standard economy class, and here you will access complimentary refreshments and in-flight entertainment. Premium Select is equivalent to premium economy with benefits such as adjustable footrests and priority boarding.
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Top 5 airlines serving from San Diego to Barcelona

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from San Diego to Barcelona. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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7.4
United AirlinesOverall score based on 10777 reviews
8.1Crew
7.2Comfort
7.7Boarding
7.1Entertainment
6.7Food
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Aisle chair was good and liked the foot bar preventing you from putting your foot in the isle, The breakfast on this international flight to Zurich was horrible (Europeans, specially, used to good food) may make this a dealbreaker for booking with United Airlines again. I agreed with my Spanish fellow passenger.

8.0 ExcellentJohannes, May 2024SFO - ZRH
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Aisle chair was good and liked the foot bar preventing you from putting your foot in the isle, The breakfast on this international flight to Zurich was horrible (Europeans, specially, used to good food) may make this a dealbreaker for booking with United Airlines again. I agreed with my Spanish fellow passenger.

On time take off…US cabins look tired and need of refresh!

Backpack should NOT allowed put in the flight bin , only put it under the seat. I can't find space put my carry on luggage!!! and I pay for it ! that was very bad experience

I paid $380 for my one-way ticket from California to Minnesota. The fair did not include online check-in. I received instructions from their app to check in at a kiosk. At the kiosk, the boarding pass would not print until an actual person came to verify that I had a personal item and not a carry-on item, On the plane, the person next to me was drunk and allowed to continue to order alcohol. United is garbage I’d rather fly spirit.

Do not like the feeling of being in the basic economy. Everyone should feel good no matter what.

Terrible! The plane was old and you are required to connect your own device to their Wi-Fi rather than have entertainment options in the back of the seat in front of you. The Wi-Fi went out during the flight and there was only one plug for the devices every two seats. Three out of five surrounding my family did not work. The seats and spaces under them were so small I could not fit my backpack, which I’ve always brought on flights and fit before no problem. The crew were unpleasant and patronizing.

Due to one crew member not showing up to work, our flight was significantly delayed causing us to miss our connecting flight in Houston to Mississippi causing us to be delayed by more than 6 hours and missing our event all together. Very disappointing. All because ONE crew member called in sick. United did grant us a $15 meal voucher, which was a small but appreciated concession that I wasn’t able to use because I ordered my lunch and paid for it before applying the concession, and the staff said it was too late to use it. Ugh! We also had a TWO delay coming back from Mississippi, but that was on American Airlines and it was due to weather, so not their fault. Anyway, not at all impressed with United’s handling of our flight and the HUGE disappointment of missing our important family event for our 90 year old mother. All that money and all that stress and emotions for nothing. Having to wait the hour to bring an employee from LAX seemed like something that should not have happened. Why don’t you have a local back-up? Santa Ana is not a little airport in a rural area.

Hated every minute of it. This flight should have only taken 1.5hrs but was delayed over 10hours. Now I am being told I cannot be compensated or refunded my ticket price or extra leg room, which I purchased but did not receive, because the airline is throwing the blame on the 3rd party I purchased tickets through and 3rd party putting the blame on airline. No one wants to help. They received their money and that's all they care about. Im going on 3 days of still trying to get to my final destination, had to cancel car rental, car insurance and hotel. Currently staying in airport until hotels open up. Thank you Lufthansa, Kayak, Underpricer and United for making this trip the worst ever.

Crew was great and did their best to make us comfortable and captain came out at the beginning to announce why the flight was delayed, weather situation up ahead, and kept us updated throughout the flight.

United WiFi is consistently unusable (it can take 10 mins to load a single web page). If you need Wifi to do work, be prepared to lose half a day of productivity.

Flight was 1/2 hour delayed leaving Phoenix. Otherwise it was an average flight. Flight crew on this trip was very nice.

Horrible - they lied to me about baggage & boarding, even though I specifically spoke to their agents the day before my flight about my issue. When I showed up they did not let me board and stranded me at my airport until I bought a new flight with money I did not have to spend.

Not sure why JAL partnered with American Airlines because their service is no where near similar. Flight attendants were not friendly and didn’t smile. Food was horrible…

Seriously, not displaying departure gate until very last minute is awful. Specially when you have to take an elevator and then transport to go to the sub-terminal. That’s awful in such a busy airport as Heathrow. And I cannot choose seat on this flight because it’s run by British Airways, even entering locator code.

The experience was great and much better than the flight going out. of course I was in first class but the service was excellent

Comfort of seats, ease of boarding. Food selection could be better

Food options were limited which is absolutely embarrassing for a Flight of this size The staff did not come around as much and I am not accustomed to such poor service from American Airlines Drinks I believe were limited to soda and water

Crew were attentive and friendly. Flight was smooth and early! I enjoyed the less crowded plane. Thank you!

We are gluten free, there were not any available complimentary gluten free options.

No meal on a cross country flight? SFO-MiA is pretty much the definition of a coast to coast flight. No meal provided. Sky high wi-fi rates too. Stop nickel and diming your customers.

Flight was delayed for almost 3 hours. Communication of gate change was poor. Email and screen said one gate and it was a different gate from that. Gate changed first to 64 B and then to 64 C. Originally it was 68B. 64C was not communicated properly!

Plenty of room in the exit row. Sat on the plane an hour before taking off.☹️ Landed late and had to wait for gate availability.

Flight was on time early arrival better entertainment good staff.everything was excellent

They canceled the flight on us very close to the flight date .

My experience was pretty frustrating because the first leg of my flight on United (though booked through Air Canada) was delayed causing me to miss my connecting flight on Air Canada. This could have been an easy solve as there was a direct flight later that morning via Air Canada that they easily could have put me on which would have only gotten me to my destination 2 1/2 hours later but because United and Air Canada don’t seem to have good communication they gave me the run around both telling me to talk with the other which I did three times to no avail. I ended up taking the delayed flight and getting on a new connecting flight which ended up getting me to my destination 6 hours later and I missed the event I was planning to go to this evening.

Everything went smoothly and as expected. We were on time and one flight arrived early.

This is not a Business Class equipped airplane and even the crew apologize before take over BUT BUT Air Canada charged full business class fare

Very good other than we have to wait for one crew and we’re delayed and the pilot and his co- pilot has to make a difference to be right on time arrival. Disappointed about no food service also.

Due to a strike taking place with the airline, it negatively impacted my flight in multiple ways. My flight was delayed over 2 hours and the food served was mediocre at best.

Cabin crew were great. Seats are criminal for tall people

Staff didn’t care in business class. Closed the door on my mom while she was on the jetbridge and flight attendant told me she would make it from the connecting flight. They lied. My luggage was damaged on arrival. No success in filing damage claim.

Overall, the flight was comfortable without any serious issues. Transit through Frankfurt airport was a little confusing, but not too difficult if you follow the signs

Staff disappeared after dinner service until breakfast, no help with beds, no help running to our gate to catch connection cause flight was late, our luggage didn’t make it, took over 24 hours to get luggage to hotel, no compensation!!

Second time I took this flight, and they lost my luggage both times. Waiting for my suitcase now, last time it took two days to get it back.

Checked in is easy and it was a smooth flight from LAX to Munich

It was a busy flight and all the crew were very helpful and gracious

I wish the flight attendant was a little bit kinder

I always try to book flights that don’t charge for baggage. Yet I was charged $75 for this flight.

Used to love Lufthansa, but Rowe are too close together in Economy and passengers are allowed to recline their seats so far back it is impossible for those behind them to even reach for carry-on essentials during flight - except for meal service when flight attendants ask for seat backs to be raised, we can’t sleep on planes so this flight was most uncomfortable ever! Rod Rose

This flight space was way better than our international flight. Efficient boarding and comfortable

Very bed boarding, there was overbooked and make a lot of problems and noises

There was a problem in the luggage because there were not porters

Wonderful service and very comfy in the bulkhead in Economy Plus! Delicious food.

It was very good. We got a late start by about an hour and a half. However I worked rather have that than crash. It was purely mechanical. They had our tickets ready when we came off the plane in London for the next leg. The only mishap was when we got to Lisbon my husbands luggage made or bit mine didn't. All was not lost because I did finally get it 2 days later. I was really pleased that they c made the effort.

The entire process was flawless and as expected flying first class. The only thing that I have a complaint on...when first boarding, the plane was EXTREMELY cold; then when we were trying to sleep, it was way too hot - just better regulating (especially trying to sleep) would have made it perfect.

Lost our luggage in Heathrow. Showed up 3 days into a 7 day vacation. Very inconvenient and disappointing!!

Lost our bags in Heathrow, We didn’t receive bags in Mallorca for 3 days, out of a 7 day cycling vacation. Really inconvenient and disappointing!

Our luggage is missing. We are at the Hotel Gran Via in Barcelona

We paid to have overhead carry-on baggage. When we got to the gate we were told that our carry on bags would need to be checked and go below because the flight was full. Notably we were nowhere near the last people to board and about 30 other passengers also had to check their carry-on bags. Other than that the flight was fine.

Crew were very friendly and helpful. They explained to us in detail the delay in our takeoff due to the storm that rolled in from Belfast and did their best to make up the time. Always great to fly BA!

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from San Diego to Barcelona found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
8/15Thu
2 stops
54h 25mSAN-BCN
$327
8/2Fri
2 stops
21h 10mSAN-BCN
$334
6/16Sun
1 stopIberia
19h 09mSAN-BCN
$564
7/2Tue
1 stopAmerican Airlines
16h 10mSAN-BCN
$571
6/30Sun
2 stopsBritish Airways
20h 40mSAN-BCN
$572
6/30Sun
1 stopBritish Airways
20h 45mSAN-BCN
$574
6/16Sun
2 stopsAmerican Airlines
22h 08mSAN-BCN
$576
6/14Fri
2 stopsAir Canada
50h 40mSAN-BCN
$600
6/28Fri
2 stopsAir Canada
50h 40mSAN-BCN
$640
6/20Thu
1 stopIberia
19h 09mSAN-BCN
$668

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Last minute flights from San Diego to Barcelona

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from San Diego to Barcelona that are departing in the next 10 days.
6/2Sun
multi-stop
28h 42mSAN-BCN
6/19Wed
multi-stop
34h 31mBCN-SAN
$1,025
5/31Fri
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
19h 14mSAN-BCN
6/6Thu
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
35h 21mBCN-SAN
$1,041
6/2Sun
multi-stopLufthansa
15h 30mSAN-BCN
6/7Fri
multi-stopLufthansa
56h 15mBCN-SAN
$1,048
6/2Sun
multi-stopLufthansa
21h 43mSAN-BCN
6/7Fri
multi-stopLufthansa
56h 15mBCN-SAN
$1,052
6/2Sun
multi-stop
49h 05mSAN-BCN
6/7Fri
multi-stop
34h 48mBCN-SAN
$1,107
6/2Sun
multi-stopBritish Airways
17h 30mSAN-BCN
6/15Sat
multi-stopBritish Airways
37h 39mBCN-SAN
$6,467
6/4Tue
multi-stopAir Canada
16h 40mSAN-BCN
6/17Mon
multi-stopAir Canada
19h 33mBCN-SAN
$7,094
6/4Tue
multi-stopAir Canada
16h 40mSAN-BCN
6/15Sat
multi-stopAir Canada
32h 32mBCN-SAN
$7,344
6/4Tue
multi-stopIberia
17h 35mSAN-BCN
6/12Wed
multi-stopIberia
16h 56mBCN-SAN
$11,974
6/4Tue
multi-stopIberia
17h 35mSAN-BCN
6/11Tue
multi-stopIberia
19h 29mBCN-SAN
$11,988

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San Diego - Barcelona Flights

Departure:

San Diego (SAN)United States

Destination:

Barcelona (BCN)Spain

Return flight deals:

Barcelona - San Diego

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