Flying from Melbourne to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): what you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Melbourne. Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is the city's main base, so check out your options for booking a flight from Melbourne to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) jetting off from here.
The timezone in Barcelona is UTC+1, which is 10 hours behind Melbourne. Barcelona-El Prat Airport is located in Barcelona.
To ensure you get on your flight from Melbourne to BCN, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and as much as four hours for an international flight. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to grab something to eat or simply relax.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
We make it easy to find a flight from Melbourne to BCN with a stopover. To see all the options departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Major stopovers between MEL and BCN include:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
From the centre of Melbourne, MEL is approximately 24 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or check the official airport website to work out the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Melbourne to Barcelona-El Prat Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
About Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Melbourne to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BCN instead:
Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
Barcelona-El Prat Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from central Barcelona. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 24 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 33 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Pick up a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Barcelona-El Prat Airport from Rs112,353 or travel return from just Rs216,378. Prices are accurate at the time of listing and may change based on availability when you book.
To score cheap tickets from Melbourne to BCN, book as early as possible. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when searching for your ticket from Melbourne to Barcelona-El Prat Airport.
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Make the most of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Melbourne to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
July is the busiest month for flights from Melbourne to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Barcelona in February when things are quieter.
Lock in your flight from Melbourne to BCN for August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Barcelona to range from 20ºC to 31ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Melbourne to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in January when temperatures average between 5ºC and 14ºC.
More about Barcelona
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Barcelona right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Melbourne to Barcelona-El Prat Airport:
Sagrada Familia and Park Guell are just two of the top attractions to add to your Barcelona must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out La Rambla de Canaletes.
Complete your Barcelona trip with a car rental
Once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Melbourne to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, your next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Barcelona. Browse the exclusive deals and instantly compare options on price, fuel policies, and more.
