International hub · Barcelona, Spain
Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat
- Elevation
- 12 ft
- Coordinates
- 41°18′N 2°05′E
- Local time
- Europe/Madrid
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Field information
LEBL runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat (LEBL/BCN) has 3 runways; the longest, 06L/24R, is 11,811 ft (3,600 m) of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 10. Operating hours: Open 24 hours (H24). Slot coordinated (IATA Level 3): plan slot requests into the trip timeline. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at LEBL, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Europe/Madrid
Country
Spain
ES
Municipality
Barcelona
Elevation
12 ft
Position
41.2971, 2.0785
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 10
Operating hours
Open 24 hours (H24)
Slots
Slot coordinated (IATA Level 3)
Airport category
B
Crew briefing required
Runways · LEBL
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06L/24R | 11,811 ft (3,600 m) | 196 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
| 06R/24L | 8,727 ft (2,660 m) | 196 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
| 02/20 | 8,294 ft (2,528 m) | 147 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at LEBL.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat (LEBL / BCN) in Barcelona, Spain, through one 24/7 OCC desk. LEBL is listed in our network as an international hub. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at LEBL
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – Spain
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Spain. Applicable permit lead times for Spain are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request. For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for Spain are managed end-to-end.
- 02
Ground Handling at LEBL
Direct FBO and handler coordination at LEBL covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
- 03
Fuel Arrangements at LEBL
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at LEBL is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to LEBL
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for LEBL: 41° 17′ 50″ N 2° 4′ 42″ E; elevation 12 ft.
- 05
Crew & Passenger Services in Barcelona
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Barcelona. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at LEBL.
- 06
Cargo Operations at LEBL
Support for freighter operations into LEBL covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
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Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat — one desk for the whole trip.