Question 1

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

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Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is in the morning. Flights from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat Airport during this time can be as low as $84. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the afternoon when prices are $449 on average. Flights to Barcelona-El Prat Airport from Madrid in the afternoon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

Question 2

How often are flights from Madrid to Barcelona delayed?

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Historically, on average around 15% of flights between Madrid and Barcelona have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 93 minutes.

Question 3

What cabin class options are available on Madrid Barajas to Barcelona-El Prat flights?

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There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Madrid Barajas to Barcelona-El Prat flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Question 4

How far in advance should I book a flight to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

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You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Barcelona-El Prat Airport from Madrid when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Barcelona-El Prat Airport for around $161 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Barcelona-El Prat Airport from Madrid for as low as $92 on momondo.

Question 5

How have Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight prices changed over time?

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As of November 2025, prices for Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights are approximately 33% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

Question 6

What is the most punctual flight time for Madrid to Barcelona flights?

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Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Question 7

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Madrid Barajas to Barcelona-El Prat?

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Air Europa is the most popular carrier operating from Madrid Barajas to Barcelona-El Prat

Question 8

How many flights depart from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat Airport on average per day?

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The number of flights available between Madrid and Barcelona-El Prat Airport is 58 per day as of November 2025. The most frequent departure time is 15:00, with 44% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

Question 9

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Madrid to Barcelona flights?

Accepted Answer

According to our data, World2Fly have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with no flights being classified as delayed.

Question 10

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

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Monday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Friday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Question 11

What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Madrid and Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

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Prices are currently typical for flights on this route.Typical prices usually range from $95 to $177.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $133.

Question 12

What is the cheapest month to fly to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

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In general, March is the cheapest month to fly from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $98. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of March, then book flights to Barcelona-El Prat Airport from Madrid during February instead. Flights to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in February, while not as cheap as those in March, still average around $99.

Question 13

What is the cheapest Madrid Barajas to Barcelona-El Prat flight route?

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Fly from Madrid Barajas to Barcelona-El Prat for the best Madrid Barajas - Barcelona-El Prat flight prices

Question 14

How many flights depart from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat Airport on average per week?

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412 flights are operational weekly from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat Airport as of November 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Fri, with 21% of flights per week taking off on this day.

Question 15

Is flying the fastest way to get from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

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The quickest way to travel this route is to take a flight from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, doing so can potentially save up to 6h 10m of travel time. While these options may take longer, booking a train from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat Airport or a bus from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat Airport may suit your needs if travel time is less of a factor in your decision making.

Question 16

Is flying the cheapest way to get from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

Accepted Answer

Taking a bus to your destination is the cheapest option we’ve found in the past few days. The cheapest price we’ve found for this option is $63, making it less expensive than a flight from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat Airport and cheaper than a train from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat Airport.

Question 17

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

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Prices for flights from Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

Question 18

How old do you have to be to fly from Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

Accepted Answer

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport.

Question 19

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

Accepted Answer

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Barcelona-El Prat Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Barcelona-El Prat Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Madrid and Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

What is the cheapest Madrid Barajas to Barcelona-El Prat flight route?

Fly from Madrid Barajas to Barcelona-El Prat for the best Madrid Barajas - Barcelona-El Prat flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

What cabin class options are available on Madrid Barajas to Barcelona-El Prat flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Madrid Barajas to Barcelona-El Prat flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2025, prices for Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights are approximately 33% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Madrid Barajas to Barcelona-El Prat?

Air Europa is the most popular carrier operating from Madrid Barajas to Barcelona-El Prat

How often are flights from Madrid to Barcelona delayed?

Historically, on average around 15% of flights between Madrid and Barcelona have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 93 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Madrid to Barcelona flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Friday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Madrid to Barcelona flights?

According to our data, World2Fly have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with no flights being classified as delayed.

How many flights depart from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat Airport on average per day?

The number of flights available between Madrid and Barcelona-El Prat Airport is 58 per day as of November 2025. The most frequent departure time is 15:00, with 44% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat Airport on average per week?

412 flights are operational weekly from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat Airport as of November 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Fri, with 21% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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