Travelling from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 20 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Manchester Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport.
Barcelona is one hour ahead of Manchester and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Choose from 74 weekly Manchester Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights. The 06:00 departure with easyJet is the earliest flight available. Ryanair operates the latest service of the day at 21:55.
Leave enough time to catch your MAN to BCN flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
A good range of airlines offer direct flights from Manchester Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Travel nonstop to Barcelona with one of these carriers and experience this incredible part of Spain:
Ryanair is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
Jet2 stands out as the most punctual carrier for MAN to BCN flights, with 84.38% of services landing on schedule.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Manchester Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between MAN and BCN:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
London Heathrow Airport
Geneve Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Manchester Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight is Rs7,500. A round-trip ticket is currently Rs13,736. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book five months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from MAN to BCN.
The cheapest month for flights from Manchester Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)
Of the departures from Manchester Airport, 59.39% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To reach Manchester Airport from central Manchester, it takes about 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from Manchester Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near MAN:
Arriving at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
If you're landing on a late Manchester Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these hotels near BCN:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Barcelona-El Prat Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Nizacars Rent A Car to explore Barcelona and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Barcelona-El Prat Airport around four weeks ahead.
Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
Barcelona-El Prat Airport to the centre of Barcelona has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
It typically takes 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The quietest month for a flight from Manchester Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Barcelona based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Barcelona is August, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC and 31ºC. Lock in your flights from Manchester Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MAN to BCN in January. Temperatures average between 5ºC and 14ºC then.
Explore more of Spain
Barcelona has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Spain just waiting to be discovered. About 257 kilometres west of Barcelona, a trip to Zaragoza will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
Around 402 kilometres west of Barcelona, Logroño is another essential stop in Spain. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Concatedral de Santa Maria de la Redonda, Museo de la Rioja and Iglesia de Santiago el Real.