Barcelona to Newark (BCN–EWR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
BCN–EWR is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 3,838 miles in approximately 8h 24m. Beyond nonstop, 71 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: AC, LX, SN | 8 | 764, 772 | 8h24-8h40 | – | Star Alliance | AC, LX, SN |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Newark from Barcelona
| Metric | BCN→EWR | PMI→EWR |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from BCN | – | 126 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 29 | 8 |
| Flight time | 8h 24m | 9h 5m |
Travel Essentials
BCN: CEST · EWR: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Barcelona, it's 12:00 PM in Newark.
Spain is part of the US Visa Waiver Program. Spanish passport holders can enter the US for tourism or business for up to 90 days with an approved ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization). Apply at esta.cbp.dhs.gov at least 72 hours before departure. The fee is USD 21. The ESTA is valid for 2 years or until your passport expires, whichever comes first. It covers multiple entries.
Your passport must be machine-readable and, for VWP travel, must be an ePassport (the kind with the chip symbol on the cover). Spanish passports issued after 2006 meet this requirement. The 90-day ESTA stay cannot be extended and cannot be changed to another visa status from inside the US. If you need more than 90 days, apply for a B-1/B-2 visa at the US Embassy in Madrid.
US border officers have wide discretion. Have your return flight, hotel address, and a general itinerary ready. ESTA approval does not guarantee entry. The CBP officer makes the final decision at the port of entry. Global Entry (USD 100, 5-year membership) speeds up arrivals significantly at US airports if you travel frequently.
Aerobus express coaches run every 5 minutes from Plaça de Catalunya to both T1 and T2 (35 min, €6.75 one-way / €11.60 return). Departures from 5:00am to 1:00am.
RENFE R2 Nord train connects Passeig de Gràcia and Sants station to the airport (20 min from Sants, €4.60). Taxis from the city centre are metered and typically cost €25–35. Ride-shares (Uber, Cabify) are available and cost similarly.
AirTrain connects terminals to Newark Airport rail station ($5.50 one-way, paid at the station). NJ Transit trains then run to New York Penn Station (25–30 min, $13.50) or Newark Penn Station (5 min). Total to Midtown Manhattan: $19 and about 45 minutes.
Taxis carry a flat $55 rate to Manhattan (plus tolls and tip). Ride-shares are typically $45–75. Shared shuttle vans to Midtown hotels run around $25–30 per person. Car rentals are on-site in the P4 garage.
Humid continental climate. Summers are hot and muggy (28–34°C) with afternoon thunderstorms that generate frequent ground delays June through August. Winters are cold (−4 to 4°C) with snow and ice storms several times per season. Nor'easters can close EWR for hours.
Spring brings variable conditions with frost possible into April. Fall is the most reliable travel season. Fog off Newark Bay occasionally reduces visibility in autumn and winter.
BCN–EWR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BCN to EWR
Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines. With 29 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
BCN to EWR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BCN to EWR ranges from 8 hours 24 minutes to 10 hours 15 minutes. The route covers a distance of 3,838 miles (6,177 km). There are approximately 29 weekly flights outbound and 14 return, totaling 43 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
71 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 10 hours via VLC. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Palma de Mallorca (PMI).