Q: On next Friday I will need a taxi to arrive to the airport from my hotel in Barcelona. Is there a time limit for booking the taxis in advance?

A: You can call taxi companies whenever you want, even 15-20 minutes before you plan to go to the airport. Nevertheless, it is recommended to do it as early as possible, mainly if you need to travel during the rush hours. Due to the traffic, it may take time for the taxi to arrive to your hotel and, after that, to El Prat from Barcelona. Furthermore, during the rush hours, it could be possible that the taxi company cannot assign you a free vehicle immediately.

It is suggested to start your trip at least two hours before the departure of your flight and, if it is possible, call the taxi company in the evening before your journey.

If you want to order the taxi online, this method will be similar to hiring a private or shared transfer. In this case, most of the firms require you to pre-book the ride at least 24 hours in advance. Nonetheless, several companies accept the order even 1 hour in advance (for additional information – Barcelona Airport Taxis – Ordering in Advance or not?).

All in all, it is advised to hire a car well in advance. If something unexpected happens and you cannot travel, there is no need to worry about it as taxi companies in Barcelona are flexible. Cancelling or postponing the ride will not present a problem (for additional information – Barcelona Airport Taxis – Delay of the Flight).

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