Travelling from Lexington Blue Grass Airport (LEX) to Barcelona Airport (BCN): what you need to know
Barcelona's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Barcelona six hours ahead of Lexington.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your LEX to BCN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Heading off during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Lexington Blue Grass Airport to Barcelona Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Some great stopovers between LEX and BCN include:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lexington Blue Grass Airport (LEX) to Barcelona Airport (BCN)
At the moment, $659 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Lexington Blue Grass Airport to Barcelona Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,214. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from LEX to BCN if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Lexington Blue Grass Airport to Barcelona Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Finding cheap flights from LEX to BCN is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Lexington Blue Grass Airport to Barcelona Airport.
Handy information about Lexington Blue Grass Airport (LEX)
LEX's address is 4000 Terminal Drive, Suite 206.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Lexington Blue Grass Airport, data shows 75% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Lexington Blue Grass Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Lexington. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near LEX. Whether you're taking an early flight from Lexington Blue Grass Airport to Barcelona Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Barcelona Airport (BCN)
Consider booking a hotel near BCN if you have a late Lexington Blue Grass Airport to Barcelona Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Barcelona Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Nizacars Rent A Car and explore beyond Barcelona's main sights.
Reserving your vehicle from Barcelona Airport about four weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Barcelona Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
Barcelona Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from the centre of Barcelona. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Barcelona Airport (BCN)
The quietest month for a flight from Lexington Blue Grass Airport to Barcelona Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Barcelona based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Lexington Blue Grass Airport to Barcelona Airport for August if you'd like to explore Barcelona during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LEX to BCN sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Spain
Barcelona has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Spain just waiting to be explored. About 257 kilometres west of Barcelona, a trip to Zaragoza will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Plaza del Pilar, La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar.
Logroño is another sought-after destination in Spain and is around 402 kilometres west of Barcelona. No journey is complete without dropping by Bodegas Faustino, Bodegas Campo Viejo and Bodegas Valoria.