San Francisco to Barcelona (SFO–BCN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
SFO–BCN is served by 5 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines, Iberia and Korean Air lead the route. The flight covers 5,957 miles in approximately 10h 59m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 4 | 789 | 10h59 | Star Alliance | – | |
| IB Iberia Also: AY | 0 | – | – | Oneworld | AY | |
| KE Korean Air | 0 | – | – | SkyTeam | – | |
| LL Level | 0 | – | – | – | – | |
| LVL LEVEL | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Barcelona from San Francisco
| Metric | SFO→BCN | OAK→BCN | SJC→BCN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from SFO | – | 11 mi | 30 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 5 | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 4 | – | 1 |
| Flight time | 10h 59m | 10h 41m | 10h 15m |
| Departure OTP | 62% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
SFO: PDT · BCN: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in San Francisco, it's 3:00 AM (next day) in Barcelona.
US passport holders enter Spain visa-free for stays up to 90 days within any 180-day period. This falls under the Schengen area rules, so the 90-day limit is shared across all Schengen countries. No advance application is needed. Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the planned departure from the Schengen area.
BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit) runs from downtown San Francisco (Embarcadero, Powell St.) to the SFO station and then a free AirTrain shuttle to all terminals (30–40 min from Embarcadero, $10.45). BART also connects Oakland and Berkeley; useful for East Bay travelers. Trains run from ~4am to midnight.Taxis from downtown San Francisco cost $40–60. Ride-hails (Uber, Lyft) pick up in the designated area in the garage and are often $30–50 depending on surge pricing. SamTrans buses serve Peninsula cities. Highway 101 and I-280 are heavily congested during commute hours; BART is faster than driving at those times.
Aerobus coaches depart T1 and T2 every 5 minutes to Plaça de Catalunya (35 min, €6.75). Running from 5:00am to 1:00am, they serve the widest range of city-centre destinations. RENFE R2 Nord commuter trains serve T2 only (T1 requires a free inter-terminal bus); trains to Sants take 19 minutes (€4.60).Taxis use a fixed rate: €39 to the city centre (all zones, flat rate). Ride-shares vary. Car rental desks are in T1 arrivals. T1 and T2 are separate buildings; confirm your terminal before booking transport.
Mediterranean climate. Summers are hot and sunny (28–32°C) with low humidity and rare disruptions. July and August are peak travel season with reliable flying weather. Winters are mild (8–15°C) with occasional rain, rarely cold enough for frost or snow.
Spring and fall bring the highest rainfall risk. October can see heavy downpours. Sea fog in early morning occasionally reduces visibility at the airport but clears quickly.
SFO–BCN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SFO to BCN
San Francisco International Airport (SFO) and Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines, Iberia, Korean Air, Level and LEVEL. With 4 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
SFO to BCN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SFO to BCN is about 10 hours 59 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 5,957 miles (9,586 km). There are approximately 4 weekly flights outbound and 4 return, totaling 8 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Charles de Gaulle, Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas and London Heathrow. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Oakland (OAK) and San Jose (SJC).