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$23+ Cheap flights from Madrid, Spain (MAD) to Barcelona-El Prat (BCN)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAD — BCN
Dec 22 — Dec 291
Sun 12/22
Sun 12/29
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Madrid Barajas to Barcelona-El Prat are usually found in January or February, booked 33 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Madrid (MAD) to Barcelona-El Prat (BCN). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 17, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$42
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One-way from

$36
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

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January

Average price

$77
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Cheapest flights from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat
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This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/217:15 amMAD - BCN
Nonstop1h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/238:30 pmBCN - MAD
Nonstop1h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$103
This Air Europa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Europa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/267:30 amMAD - BCN
Nonstop1h 25mAir Europa
Sun 12/298:30 pmBCN - MAD
Nonstop1h 30mAir Europa
Deal found 12/17$106
This Iberia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Iberia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/244:55 pmMAD - BCN
Nonstop1h 15mIberia
Fri 12/276:55 pmBCN - MAD
Nonstop1h 25mIberia
Deal found 12/16$128
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/2110:35 pmMAD - BCN
Nonstop1h 15mVueling
Mon 12/238:30 pmBCN - MAD
Nonstop1h 30mVueling
Deal found 12/17$135
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/276:25 amMAD - BCN
1 stop7h 25mRyanair
Sun 12/295:45 amBCN - MAD
1 stop7h 10mRyanair
Deal found 12/16$136
This easyJet worldwide deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure easyJet worldwide is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/2210:00 pmMAD - BCN
1 stop11h 20measyJet
Tue 12/2410:50 amBCN - MAD
1 stop8h 50measyJet
Deal found 12/16$233
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/271:00 pmMAD - BCN
1 stop10h 05mKLM
Thu 1/26:00 amBCN - MAD
1 stop10h 05mKLM
Deal found 12/17$354
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/287:20 pmMAD - BCN
3 stops37h 50mEthiopian Air
Sat 1/185:15 pmBCN - MAD
3 stops38h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/16$1,271
This Brussels Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Brussels Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/276:25 amMAD - BCN
1 stop14h 00mBrussels Airlines
Sun 12/293:20 pmBCN - MAD
1 stop8h 05mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 12/16$3,794
This Austrian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Austrian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/2712:05 pmMAD - BCN
2 stops7h 40mAustrian Airlines
Sun 12/299:35 amBCN - MAD
2 stops8h 05mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 12/16$5,102

Find flights from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 17, 2024.

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MadridBarcelona

MAD - BCN

MADBCN

Madrid Barajas

Mon 1/13

10:35 pm-11:50 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Barcelona-El Prat

Mon 1/20

7:30 am-8:55 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$42

MadridBarcelona

MAD - BCN

MADBCN

Madrid Barajas

Sat 2/8

8:15 am-9:30 am

Nonstop1h 15m

Barcelona-El Prat

Mon 2/10

11:50 am-1:20 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$43

MadridBarcelona

MAD - BCN

MADBCN

Madrid Barajas

Mon 1/13

7:30 am-8:55 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Barcelona-El Prat

Mon 1/13

8:30 pm-10:00 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$45

MadridBarcelona

MAD - BCN

MADBCN

Madrid Barajas

Fri 5/23

6:45 am-8:00 am

Nonstop1h 15m

Barcelona-El Prat

Fri 6/6

12:30 pm-1:55 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$49

MadridBarcelona

MAD - BCN

MADBCN

Madrid Barajas

Sat 2/8

10:30 pm-9:05 am

1 stop10h 35m

Barcelona-El Prat

Mon 2/10

10:05 am-10:25 pm

1 stop12h 20m

$102

MadridBarcelona

MAD - BCN

MADBCN

Madrid Barajas

Fri 12/27

6:25 am-1:50 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Barcelona-El Prat

Sun 12/29

5:45 am-12:55 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$136

MadridBarcelona

MAD - BCN

MADBCN

Madrid Barajas

Wed 2/5

11:00 am-7:05 pm

1 stop8h 05m

Barcelona-El Prat

Sun 2/9

11:10 am-7:40 pm

1 stop8h 30m

$296

MadridBarcelona

MAD - BCN

MADBCN

Madrid Barajas

Thu 1/2

12:40 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop5h 25m

Barcelona-El Prat

Sat 1/11

7:05 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop17h 50m

$884

MadridBarcelona

MAD - BCN

MADBCN

Madrid Barajas

Mon 2/10

7:20 pm-10:50 am

3 stops39h 30m

Barcelona-El Prat

Tue 2/18

4:45 pm-8:05 am

3 stops39h 20m

$1,172

MadridBarcelona

MAD - BCN

MADBCN

Madrid Barajas

Fri 3/21

9:35 pm-10:50 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$23

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Madrid-Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Madrid-Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Madrid-Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Madrid-Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Madrid-Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Barcelona-El Prat from Madrid with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2024.

The best time to book flights from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is 33 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (average of $523). Flying from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,019). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MAD to BCN?

Find hourly flight availability from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 17, 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 28% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated December 17, 2024.

The most flights from MAD to BCN are scheduled on a Monday (103 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (65 on average).

Rainfall in Barcelona-El Prat by month

Plan your trip to Barcelona-El Prat by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Barcelona-El Prat Airport ranges from 0.8 - 3.6 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.6 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Barcelona-El Prat Airport when rainfall is around 0.8 in.

Temperature in Barcelona-El Prat by month

Plan your trip to Barcelona-El Prat by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 48.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Barcelona-El Prat

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Barcelona-El Prat. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Barcelona-El Prat. Reviews last updated December 17, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Madrid to Barcelona, see what other customers have to say about Air Europa, KLM and Iberia. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,351 reviews

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was late do to issues with loading stuff. One of the two bathrooms in business class was not working. WiFi did not work 80% of the time. My bag came out last even though it had a priority tag

KLM
7.8
Good
1,351 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,351 reviews

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was late do to issues with loading stuff. One of the two bathrooms in business class was not working. WiFi did not work 80% of the time. My bag came out last even though it had a priority tag

Finnair
7.7
Good
1,287 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,351 reviews

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was late do to issues with loading stuff. One of the two bathrooms in business class was not working. WiFi did not work 80% of the time. My bag came out last even though it had a priority tag

LOT
7.6
Good
1,133 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,351 reviews

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was late do to issues with loading stuff. One of the two bathrooms in business class was not working. WiFi did not work 80% of the time. My bag came out last even though it had a priority tag

Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
788 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,351 reviews

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was late do to issues with loading stuff. One of the two bathrooms in business class was not working. WiFi did not work 80% of the time. My bag came out last even though it had a priority tag

Ethiopian Air
7.3
Good
779 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,351 reviews

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was late do to issues with loading stuff. One of the two bathrooms in business class was not working. WiFi did not work 80% of the time. My bag came out last even though it had a priority tag

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat?

    Most people fly from Madrid Barajas (MAD) if they book a flight from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat. On average, Barajas has 87 outbound flights to Barcelona-El Prat per day from 3 airlines. Madrid Barajas is conveniently located just 8.5 mi from Madrid’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat Airport round-trip from $42. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air Europa, from $45, and Iberia, from $69. Users have found that Vueling is 39% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat Airport one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Vueling, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $36. Iberia flights start at $38 while deals on Air Europa start at $41 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat Airport are Air Europa Express (100%), Royal Jordanian (100%) and TAAG (96%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    The cheapest flight price from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is $19. On average you can expect to pay $666. The most popular route, (Madrid Barajas - Barcelona-El Prat), can usually be booked for $38.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (average of $523). Flying from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,019). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 17, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VuelingCheapest$37Average$71FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
IberiaCheapest$39Average$81FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air EuropaCheapest$49Average$76FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
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