BCN Barcelona flight connections
Oct 29, 2023, 9:15 pm
#91
Join Date: Oct 2003
Location: Barcelona, Catalunya
Posts: 2,108
Hello, I have a MAD-BCN-SFO Iberia reservation. Our last leg (BCN-SFO) is a Level flight operated by Iberia. We got notice the Level flight time was moved up, leaving us with just 1 hour and 25 minutes to connect in BCN for our US-bound flight. I believe both flights at BCN will be in Terminal 1. Is that short connection time feasible?
The good news is that you do not have to clear security again: arriving from MAD you'll be dropped in the general "airside" (departure) area. But you will have to clear passport control to go from the Schengen to the non-Schengen departure area.
Bad news: MAD flights normally use the lower A gates, a long walk (about 700 metres) from the central area where you need to go up one level to passport control and the D/E gates for your SFO flight.(The walk from passport control to your gate can be between 50 and about 700 metres...)
Also, you'll be using the same passport control area as departing passengers (from BCN), not a transit area. (I have not seen any extremely long queues there lately, but maybe someone else can confirm- I only see them from a distance when going to the lounge.)
Of course, if you're OK with spending an extra day in Barcelona paid by Level, do not worry too much ;-)
Oct 30, 2023, 1:18 pm
#92
Join Date: Sep 2021
Posts: 16
Some data to help you decide:
The good news is that you do not have to clear security again: arriving from MAD you'll be dropped in the general "airside" (departure) area. But you will have to clear passport control to go from the Schengen to the non-Schengen departure area.
Bad news: MAD flights normally use the lower A gates, a long walk (about 700 metres) from the central area where you need to go up one level to passport control and the D/E gates for your SFO flight.(The walk from passport control to your gate can be between 50 and about 700 metres...)
Also, you'll be using the same passport control area as departing passengers (from BCN), not a transit area. (I have not seen any extremely long queues there lately, but maybe someone else can confirm- I only see them from a distance when going to the lounge.)
Of course, if you're OK with spending an extra day in Barcelona paid by Level, do not worry too much ;-)
The good news is that you do not have to clear security again: arriving from MAD you'll be dropped in the general "airside" (departure) area. But you will have to clear passport control to go from the Schengen to the non-Schengen departure area.
Bad news: MAD flights normally use the lower A gates, a long walk (about 700 metres) from the central area where you need to go up one level to passport control and the D/E gates for your SFO flight.(The walk from passport control to your gate can be between 50 and about 700 metres...)
Also, you'll be using the same passport control area as departing passengers (from BCN), not a transit area. (I have not seen any extremely long queues there lately, but maybe someone else can confirm- I only see them from a distance when going to the lounge.)
Of course, if you're OK with spending an extra day in Barcelona paid by Level, do not worry too much ;-)
Oct 30, 2023, 1:25 pm
#93
Join Date: Mar 2005
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Thank you! I just called Iberia and the rep repeatedly stated that the connection time should be fine. With both of your feedback, it sounds like there is a reasonable chance of making the connection, so we will just go with it. We also have travel insurance that covers missed connections, so we should be ok just in case. Thanks!
Oct 30, 2023, 1:31 pm
#94
Join Date: Sep 2021
Posts: 16
It-s an ex-EU flight on an EU airline - if you miss your BCN connection for basically any reason other than no-showing at MAD or not having the correct paperwork to enter the U.S., the airline will take care of you (rebooking, hotel, expenses). Whether you also get a cash compensation depends on why you missed the connection.
Oct 30, 2023, 3:43 pm
#95
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Dec 18, 2023, 8:16 am
#96
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Is IST - BCN - YYZ (Turkish and Air Canada) a simple Terminal 1 to Terminal 1 connection? What is the process for customs/immigration/bag connections for this? Is going through security checkpoint required?
Dec 22, 2023, 12:39 am
#97
Join Date: Oct 2003
Location: Barcelona, Catalunya
Posts: 2,108
Yes, both airlines uses T1. You will have to stay in the non-Schengen area (D/E gates), after going through security. D/E is not the main area of the airport, and the choice of bars, restaurants and shops is limited there.
No immigration / customs check, and baggage will be sent straight to YYZ (assuming this is on one ticket).
Depending on your nationality and how much time you have, you could try to go to the main area (A/B/C gates), through immigration, by following the A/B/C gates connection route, then go back through immigration later to get to your departure gate. But I am not sure if they will let you through.
No immigration / customs check, and baggage will be sent straight to YYZ (assuming this is on one ticket).
Depending on your nationality and how much time you have, you could try to go to the main area (A/B/C gates), through immigration, by following the A/B/C gates connection route, then go back through immigration later to get to your departure gate. But I am not sure if they will let you through.
Feb 9, 2024, 11:37 am
#98
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Due to be flying into BCN T1 on Turkish Airlines. Originally on a cruise from Barcelona after but it's been cancelled. Thinking of just flying straight back to the UK on BA. Will the airside connection route be open at about 6pm?
Apr 1, 2024, 12:49 am
#100
Join Date: Oct 2003
Location: Barcelona, Catalunya
Posts: 2,108
Follow the connections route (through security and passport control) to the A/B/C gates area.
Apr 1, 2024, 1:44 pm
#102
Join Date: Oct 2003
Location: Barcelona, Catalunya
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But you'll need maximum 10 minutes (for a good walker) to get to your next gate, and no security in between. (Also, the gates that the LH group uses are more or less grouped together, in my experience.)
Apr 1, 2024, 1:51 pm
#103
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I doubt that there even is one (officially), since BCN is not a hub for them.
But you'll need maximum 10 minutes (for a good walker) to get to your next gate, and no security in between. (Also, the gates that the LH group uses are more or less grouped together, in my experience.)
But you'll need maximum 10 minutes (for a good walker) to get to your next gate, and no security in between. (Also, the gates that the LH group uses are more or less grouped together, in my experience.)
Apr 1, 2024, 10:31 pm
#104
Join Date: Oct 2003
Location: Barcelona, Catalunya
Posts: 2,108
)Just know that in case of irregularities with the 2nd flight (cancellation for instance), and you cannot solve them online or by phone, you will have to leave airside to talk to someone of LH. There is no transfer desk for LH group companies airside.