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£238 Find Cheap Flights from Barcelona to San Francisco

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Barcelona to San Francisco departing on 25/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheap Flights from Barcelona to San Francisco (BCN-SFO)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Barcelona to San Francisco 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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Recent return flight deals from Barcelona to San Francisco

Tue, 16 Sep - Tue, 23 Sep
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14:05 - 18:10BCN-SFO
13h 05mdirect
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20:10 - 16:45SFO-BCN
11h 35mdirect
£375LEVEL
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Thu, 28 Aug - Sat, 13 Sep
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13:20 - 17:25BCN-SFO
13h 05mdirect
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20:10 - 16:45SFO-BCN
11h 35mdirect
£389LEVEL
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Sat, 8 Nov - Thu, 27 Nov
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19:10 - 14:35BCN-SFO
28h 25m1 stop
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16:40 - 18:20SFO-BCN
16h 40m1 stop
£391Scandinavian Airlines
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Wed, 1 Oct - Tue, 7 Oct
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22:40 - 14:30BCN-SFO
24h 50m1 stop
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16:20 - 19:20SFO-BCN
18h 00m1 stop
£392TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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Tue, 7 Oct - Sat, 18 Oct
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14:05 - 18:10BCN-SFO
13h 05mdirect
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20:10 - 16:45SFO-BCN
11h 35mdirect
£408Iberia
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Mon, 8 Sep - Tue, 16 Sep
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22:40 - 16:45BCN-SFO
27h 05m2 stops
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18:45 - 01:30SFO-BCN
21h 45m2 stops
£423TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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Sat, 8 Nov - Thu, 27 Nov
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19:10 - 14:35BCN-SFO
28h 25m1 stop
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16:40 - 18:20SFO-BCN
16h 40m1 stop
£426Scandinavian Airlines
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Thu, 28 Aug - Sat, 13 Sep
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13:20 - 17:25BCN-SFO
13h 05mdirect
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20:10 - 16:45SFO-BCN
11h 35mdirect
£433Iberia
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Tue, 26 Aug - Wed, 8 Oct
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10:45 - 17:52BCN-SFO
16h 07m1 stop
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15:51 - 22:45SFO-BCN
21h 54m2 stops
£436British Airways
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Tue, 26 Aug - Mon, 6 Oct
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13:30 - 22:59BCN-SFO
18h 29m1 stop
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15:50 - 22:40SFO-BCN
21h 50m2 stops
£438British Airways
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Expert advice for your flight from Barcelona to San Francisco

 
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Prepare for long security lines at BCN. Arrive three hours early for non-Schengen flights to ensure a smooth departure.

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Use BART for a cost-effective ride from SFO to San Francisco. It's a short walk from the International Terminal.

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KAYAK's insights & trends for Barcelona to San Francisco flights

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

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to San Francisco, 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 Barcelona-El Prat Airport to San Francisco is February, where tickets cost £306 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and August, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £637 and £592 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to San Francisco?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of £462, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to San Francisco, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to San Francisco, you should book around 5 weeks before departure, which saves you about 38% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 14 weeks before departure.

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Good to know - Cheap tickets from Barcelona to San Francisco

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight£238
Best time to beat the crowds (13% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (27% more expensive on average)
Flight from Barcelona to San Francisco

When to book flights from Barcelona to San Francisco

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Barcelona to San Francisco 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 Barcelona to San Francisco flights

  • Are airlines operating between Barcelona and San Francisco environmentally sustainable?

    Sustainability services on flights from Barcelona to San Francisco can vary depending on the airline operating the route. Finnair offers several sustainability services to reduce its environmental impact. These include carbon offset programs, biofuel usage, waste reduction, and recycling initiatives, and minimizing single-use plastics. The airline also focuses on fuel efficiency, sustainable procurement practices, and environmental awareness training for its employees to promote sustainability in its operations.

  • Which airlines operating from Barcelona to San Francisco offer kid-friendly amenities?

    Several airlines operating from Barcelona to San Francisco offer kid-friendly amenities to enhance the travel experience for young passengers. Lufthansa Airlines offers various kid amenities to make the flying experience more enjoyable for young passengers. These can include children's meals, activity kits, toys, games, and in-flight entertainment specifically designed for kids. Lufthansa also provides bassinets for infants and offers special assistance for families traveling with children.

  • What is the checked baggage allowance on flights from Barcelona to San Francisco?

    The checked baggage policy on flights from Barcelona to San Francisco can vary depending on the airline operating the route. Each airline may have its own specific baggage allowances, including weight limits, size restrictions, and the number of bags allowed. Delta Airlines' checked baggage policy typically allows passengers to check bags with a maximum weight of 50 lbs and maximum linear dimensions (length + width + height) of 62 inches.

  • Can I get my rental car at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)?

    You can rent a car at San Francisco International Airport (SFO). The airport has a Rental Car Center (RCC) where various car rental companies are located. Upon arrival, you can take the AirTrain Blue Line to the RCC and proceed to the rental car counters to pick up your car. The rental car companies available at SFO include popular providers such as Hertz, Avis, Budget, and Enterprise.

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to San Francisco was £317 for a one-way ticket and £499 for a return.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Barcelona to San Francisco?

    Iberia, Vueling, Finnair, Air France, and Alaska Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Barcelona to San Francisco flight route.

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

    The Boeing 777 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Barcelona to San Francisco flight route.

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

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

  • On which days can I fly direct from Barcelona to San Francisco?

    There are direct flights from Barcelona to San Francisco on a daily basis.

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

    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 Barcelona to San Francisco.

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

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

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

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to San Francisco with an airline and back to Barcelona with another airline.

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

    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 San Francisco from Barcelona up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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

  • Looking for a cheap flight from San Francisco to Barcelona? 25% of our users found flights on this route for £175 or less one-way.
  • Spanish citizens traveling from Barcelona to San Francisco typically need to obtain a valid Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) approval through the Visa Waiver Program (VWP) to enter the United States for tourism or business purposes for up to 90 days.
  • Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) occasionally features art exhibitions and installations throughout its terminals, showcasing the works of local and international artists. therefore, if you have some time at the airport, you can explore the exhibitions.
  • To satisfy a variety of dietary requirements and preferences, United Airlines flight from Barcelona to San Francisco offers special meals. These selections range from kosher to vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free. During the reservation or booking procedure, travelers can make a prior request for certain meals.
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) offers several lounges for passengers, where you can relax and unwind upon your arrival. Some of the lounges at SFO include American Airlines Admirals Club in Terminal 2. The lounge offers comfortable seating areas, complimentary Wi-Fi, business centers with workstations, and printing facilities.
  • If you are flying from Barcelona to San Francisco, you will most likely opt for connecting flights. Several airlines offer layovers like Air France, Lufthansa, British Airways, and Turkish Airlines. These airlines usually have their layovers at Istanbul Airport (IST), Frankfurt Airport (FRA), and London Heathrow Airport (LHR).

Prefer to fly direct from Barcelona to San Francisco?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Barcelona-El Prat to San Francisco.
Find which airlines fly direct from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to San Francisco Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Barcelona-El Prat to San Francisco

Monday

Lufthansa, United Airlines

Lufthansa, United Airlines

Tuesday

Finnair, Iberia, Lufthansa, +3 more

Finnair, Iberia, +4 more

Wednesday

Lufthansa, United Airlines

Lufthansa, United Airlines

Thursday

Finnair, Iberia, Lufthansa, +3 more

Finnair, Iberia, +4 more

Friday

Lufthansa, United Airlines

Lufthansa, United Airlines

Saturday

Finnair, Iberia, Lufthansa, +3 more

Finnair, Iberia, +4 more

Sunday

Finnair, Iberia, Lufthansa, +3 more

Finnair, Iberia, +4 more

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Direct returns

San Francisco to Barcelona-El Prat

Monday

Lufthansa, United Airlines

Lufthansa, United Airlines

Tuesday

Finnair, Iberia, Lufthansa, +3 more

Finnair, Iberia, +4 more

Wednesday

Lufthansa, United Airlines

Lufthansa, United Airlines

Thursday

Finnair, Iberia, Lufthansa, +3 more

Finnair, Iberia, +4 more

Friday

Lufthansa, United Airlines

Lufthansa, United Airlines

Saturday

Finnair, Iberia, Lufthansa, +3 more

Finnair, Iberia, +4 more

Sunday

Finnair, Iberia, Lufthansa, +3 more

Finnair, Iberia, +4 more

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Everything you need to know for your flight from Barcelona to San Francisco

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Barcelona (BCN)
San Francisco (SFO)

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