El Prat Airport Parking - Guide
Information about El Prat Airport in Barcelona
El Prat Airport (Barcelona-El Prat Airport) is the largest airport in Catalonia and the second largest in Spain, serving approximately 50 million passengers annually, both domestic and international. It is located about 15 km southwest of downtown Barcelona and offers global connections.
Contact details and location:
- Address: 08820 El Prat de Llobregat, Barcelona, Spain
- Coordinates: 41°17'49"N 2°04'42"E
- Phone: +34 913 21 10 00
How to get to El Prat Airport
- By car: The C-31 freeway leads directly to the airport from downtown Barcelona; the C-32 is another option. The journey usually takes 20-30 minutes.
- By train: The R2 Nord line connects the airport with downtown Barcelona and beyond. The station is close to terminal T2.
- By metro: The L9 Sud line connects the airport with the city, with stops at terminals T1 and T2.
- By bus: The Aerobús (A1 and A2) operates between the airport and downtown Barcelona with several key stops.
- By taxi: A trip from downtown costs between 30-40 euros and takes 25-35 minutes.
Parking at El Prat Airport
The airport offers a variety of parking options, from official to more economical private lots nearby.
Official parking lots:
- General Parking (P1, P2, P3): For both short and long stays, close to the terminals.
- Parking T1: Multiple levels near terminal T1.
- Parking T2: Ideal for users of terminal T2.
- VIP Parking: Premium service with quick access to the terminals.
- Long Stay Parking: Economical for extended stays.
Private parking lots:
- They offer competitive prices and extras like free shuttle service, online booking, and 24/7 surveillance.
Bookings:
- You can book online through price comparison sites. You will receive confirmation by email and SMS.
Costs:
- Prices for two days range from 30 to 80 euros, depending on the chosen option.
Recommended parking lots
- Best rated: Parking Vuelapar
- Most economical: Parking Aparca&Go
- Closest: Parking AENA General T1
Services available at the airport
- Wide range of restaurants, cafeterias, and bars
- Duty-free shops
- Car rental
- Tourist information
- Medical services
- VIP lounge
- Free Wi-Fi
Public Transportation
- Regular connections by bus, train, and metro to downtown Barcelona.
Accommodation
- Nearby hotels offer convenience for unusual flight schedules.
