BCN - Barcelona International Airport
Barcelona, Spain
IATA Code: BCN · Barcelona, Spain
The airport code BCN is the IATA identifier for Barcelona International Airport. You may also find it referred to as Barcelona Airport (BCN).
Barcelona International Airport (BCN) serves Barcelona, Spain, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
BCN is the IATA airport code for Barcelona International Airport, located in Barcelona, Spain. The airport is situated at coordinates 41.2971°N, 2.0785°E. The current jet fuel price in the Europe region is $5.51/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Europe)
$5.51/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- BCN
- City
- Barcelona
- Country
- Spain
- Timezone
- Europe/Madrid
- Latitude
- 41.2971°
- Longitude
- 2.0785°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from BCN
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| QSA - Sabadell | 25 km | $386 | $1/passenger |
| REU - Reus | 78 km | $1,203 | $2/passenger |
| GRO - Gerona | 88 km | $1,358 | $3/passenger |
| LEU - Seo De Urgel | 128 km | $1,975 | $4/passenger |
| ILD - Lleida | 137 km | $2,114 | $4/passenger |
| PGF - Perpignan | 173 km | $2,669 | $5/passenger |
| PMI - Palma de Mallorca | 202 km | $3,116 | $6/passenger |
| CDT - Castellón de la Plana | 207 km | $3,194 | $6/passenger |
| CCF - Carcassonne | 214 km | $3,302 | $7/passenger |
| HSK - Huesca | 217 km | $3,348 | $7/passenger |
| MAH - Menorca | 241 km | $3,718 | $7/passenger |
| BZR - Beziers | 249 km | $3,842 | $8/passenger |
| DCM - Castres | 252 km | $3,888 | $8/passenger |
| ZAZ - Zaragoza | 263 km | $4,058 | $8/passenger |
| TLS - Toulouse | 266 km | $4,104 | $8/passenger |
| LDE - Tarbes | 271 km | $4,181 | $8/passenger |
| IBZ - Ibiza | 276 km | $4,258 | $9/passenger |
| LBI - Albi | 291 km | $4,490 | $9/passenger |
| TEV - Teruel | 295 km | $4,551 | $9/passenger |
| VLC - Valencia | 296 km | $4,567 | $9/passenger |
| MPL - Montpellier | 297 km | $4,582 | $9/passenger |
| PUF - Pau | 309 km | $4,767 | $10/passenger |
| XMW - Montauban | 309 km | $4,767 | $10/passenger |
| FNI - Nimes | 334 km | $5,153 | $10/passenger |
| AGF - Agen | 342 km | $5,276 | $11/passenger |
| ZAO - Cahors | 343 km | $5,292 | $11/passenger |
| RDZ - Rodez | 347 km | $5,354 | $11/passenger |
| PNA - Pamplona | 348 km | $5,369 | $11/passenger |
| MRS - Marseille | 351 km | $5,415 | $11/passenger |
| AVN - Avignon | 371 km | $5,724 | $11/passenger |
| CTT - Le Castellet | 374 km | $5,770 | $12/passenger |
| MEN - Mende | 376 km | $5,801 | $12/passenger |
| BIQ - Biarritz-bayonne | 382 km | $5,893 | $12/passenger |
| RJL - Logroño-Agoncillo | 387 km | $5,971 | $12/passenger |
| XOG - Orange | 390 km | $6,017 | $12/passenger |
| TLN - Hyeres | 390 km | $6,017 | $12/passenger |
| EAS - San Sebastian | 392 km | $6,048 | $12/passenger |
| AUR - Aurillac | 401 km | $6,187 | $12/passenger |
| ALC - Alicante | 404 km | $6,233 | $12/passenger |
| OBS - Aubenas-vals-lanas | 406 km | $6,264 | $13/passenger |
| EGC - Bergerac | 412 km | $6,356 | $13/passenger |
| BVE - Brive | 419 km | $6,464 | $13/passenger |
| LTT - La Môle | 420 km | $6,480 | $13/passenger |
| ABC - Albacete | 425 km | $6,557 | $13/passenger |
| VIT - Vitoria | 434 km | $6,696 | $13/passenger |
| LPY - Le Puy | 442 km | $6,819 | $14/passenger |
| PGX - Perigueux | 446 km | $6,881 | $14/passenger |
| FRJ - Frejus | 449 km | $6,927 | $14/passenger |
| BOD - Bordeaux | 453 km | $6,989 | $14/passenger |
| MJV - Murcia | 463 km | $7,143 | $14/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your BCN Flights
Jet fuel typically accounts for 25-35% of airline operating costs. When fuel prices rise due to global events like conflicts or supply disruptions, airlines pass these costs to passengers through fuel surcharges.
Currently, the Europe region has jet fuel priced at $5.51/gallon. This is approximately 108% higher than normal due to Brent crude elevated. EIA Gulf Coast jet fuel at $5.21/gal (2026-05-16). Airlines implementing surcharges globally. IATA reports $175/barrel global average.
Tips to Save on Flights from BCN
- Book during periods of lower fuel prices (typically Q1)
- Choose airlines with fuel-efficient aircraft (787, A350)
- Consider nearby alternative airports
- Book direct flights to avoid multiple fuel surcharges
Climate & Weather at Barcelona
Barcelona experiences a temperate climate with distinct seasons. Summers are generally pleasant (18-28°C / 64-82°F), while winters can be cold and may bring snow or ice that occasionally affects flight schedules. Travelers arriving in winter should be prepared for potential weather-related delays and dress in warm layers.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through BCN
As a European airport, BCN falls within the Europe fuel pricing zone. European airports typically offer excellent rail and public transit connections to city centers. If traveling within the Schengen Area, border checks are minimal for intra-Schengen flights. Travelers from outside the EU/Schengen zone should ensure visa requirements are met before departure.
Planning Your Trip via BCN
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Barcelona International Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from BCN
- Fuel impact awareness: The Europe region currently prices jet fuel at $5.51/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to BCN are QSA, REU, GRO — consider these for potentially lower fares