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A Barcelona airport taxi is the easiest way from Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat airport (BCN) to your hotel. Official taxis are black and yellow, run on the meter and wait at the ranks outside arrivals at both terminals.
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Pickup at El Prat T1/T2 or the cruise port, driver waiting at arrivals, confirmation by email.
Where is the taxi rank at Barcelona airport?
Terminal 1 (T1)
The taxi ranks are on level 0, outside arrivals. There is a stand for pre-booked taxis and a stand for taxis without booking, plus a separate stand at the Barcelona–Madrid shuttle (Pont Aeri) area.
Terminal 2 (T2)
Terminal 2 has taxi ranks outside arrivals at T2A, T2B and T2C, each with stands for booked and unbooked taxis. A free 24-hour shuttle bus connects T1 and T2.
Official airport information from Aena: only black-and-yellow taxis are official taxis in Barcelona. Do not accept rides from people offering a taxi inside the terminal.
How much is a Barcelona airport taxi?
The fare is calculated on the meter: €2.80 flag drop, €1.35 per km on weekdays (8:00–20:00) or €1.66 per km at night and on weekends, plus a €4.60 airport supplement. The minimum fare for trips from the airport is €21, all supplements included.
| From the airport to | Typical fare | Time |
|---|---|---|
| City centre / Plaça Catalunya | about €30–40 | 20–30 min |
| Cruise port (Moll Adossat) | €46 fixed | about 25 min |
| Sants station | about €24–28 | 15–20 min |
Typical fares are estimates based on the 2026 tariffs; the meter price depends on time, traffic and exact address. Calculate your trip with the Barcelona taxi fare calculator.
Airport taxi companies in Barcelona
These companies offer airport taxis and can be booked in advance – useful for early flights, groups or when you want a driver waiting with a name sign. More in the full list of taxi phone numbers.
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Taxi Ecològic / ALLMOVE (Pro Taxi)
+34 932 783 000Official radio taxi (IMET list)
Radio Taxi 24H / Taxi 24 Horas Barcelona
+34 935 160 027Official radio taxi (IMET list)
Taxi Amic (Taxi Amic Adaptat)
+34 934 208 088Official radio taxi (IMET list)
Taxi Sobre Ruedas
+34 621 070 713Official radio taxi (IMET list)
Elegance Taxi Barcelona
+34 934 752 025Official radio taxi (IMET list)
Aerotaxifels
+34 931 895 656Official radio taxi (IMET list)
Baixtaxi / Taxi Baix Llobregat
+34 933 777 777Official radio taxi (IMET list)
Book Taxi Bcn / Book Taxi Barcelona (Acertio Factoria Creativa)
+34 935 478 521Official radio taxi (IMET list)
CityTaxi
+34 614 439 746Official radio taxi (IMET list)
Fono Taxi
+34 933 001 100Official radio taxi (IMET list)
Ràdio Taxi del Vallès
+34 935 802 727All Barcelona taxi phone numbers →
Taxi, transfer or app?
A taxi from the rank needs no booking. A pre-booked Barcelona airport transfer has a fixed price and meet & greet. With a taxi app such as Freenow or Uber you can order a licensed taxi at the airport too. Travelling with a group or a lot of luggage? Choose a minivan taxi.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a fixed price for taxis from Barcelona airport?
Taxis from the rank use the meter. Only the trip between the airport and the cruise port has a fixed fare of €46. Pre-booked taxis and transfers can offer a fixed price.
Is there a minimum fare from Barcelona airport?
Yes, trips starting at the airport have a minimum fare of €21 including all supplements (2026 tariff).
Do Barcelona airport taxis take credit cards?
Official rules allow payment in cash or by card, and most taxis at the airport accept cards. Ask the driver before you start.
How long does a taxi from Barcelona airport to the city take?
About 20–30 minutes to the city centre in normal traffic, longer at rush hour.
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