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Good to know
- IATA code
- BCN
- ICAO code
- LEBL
- Terminals
- 2 (T1, T2)
- To city centre
- 13 km
- Main road
- C-32B
- Transport to the centre
- Train · Metro · Bus
- Time zone
- Europe/Madrid
- Currency
- EUR
- Driving side
- Right-hand traffic
- Rental offices
- 49
- Rental companies
- 16
- Off-airport offices
- 12
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Rental desks at Josep Tarradellas Airport Barcelona-El Prat
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At Josep Tarradellas Airport Barcelona-El Prat
Josep Tarradellas Airport Barcelona-El Prat sits south-west of the centre of Barcelona, across the municipalities of El Prat de Llobregat, Viladecans and Sant Boi. It is also known as Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Josep Tarradellas Airport Barcelona-El Prat has 2 terminals: T1 and T2. Barcelona is 13 km away, by the C-32B; there is also a train, a metro and a bus.
Picking up and returning
Shuttles at the airport
A free shuttle bus between the terminals makes four stops: T1 Departures on the 3rd floor, T1 Arrivals on the ground floor, T2B and T2C. A different shuttle bus links both terminals with the long stay parking area.
Driving to the airport
The C-32B runs from the terminals to a major interchange with Barcelona’s Ronda de Dalt beltway and the main motorways. Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 each have 12,000 parking spaces.
Public transport into town
The Rodalies station at Terminal 2 is on Line R2 towards Maçanet-Massanes, calling at Barcelona Sants and Passeig de Gràcia in the centre. Metro station Aeroport T1 lies directly beneath Terminal 1, while Aeroport T2 stands next to the rail station. TMB bus line 46 also connects the airport with Paral·lel Avenue.
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Rules of the road in Spain
- Speed limits
- 50 / 90 / 120 km/h
- Alcohol limit
- 0.5 ‰
- Motorway tolls
- motorway tolls paid at the barrier
- Must carry
- a reflective vest and a warning triangle
- Emergency number
- 112
What kind of car do you need?
Typical capacity for the category — the exact model is confirmed by the rental company at booking.
Frequently asked questions
Where are the car rental desks at Barcelona Airport?
Most suppliers have desks in the arrivals halls of T1 and T2; a few operate off-airport and run a free shuttle from the terminal. Your voucher says which one you have and where to go.
Do I need a Low Emission Zone sticker to drive into Barcelona?
The city centre is inside a permanent low emission zone. Cars from the major rental companies are registered for it, but check the terms before you drive in — the fine is charged back to you.
Is there a surcharge for drivers under 25?
Yes, most companies add a young driver fee per day and charge it at the counter, not at booking. The amount differs by supplier and car class.