Flights from Madrid (MAD) to Barcelona (BCN)

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Madrid to Barcelona Flight Information

Find the Cheapest Flights from Madrid (MAD) to Barcelona (BCN)

Work hard, travel harder! Wotif brings you the cheapest Madrid to Barcelona flights, making it possible to have a five star holiday without that five star price tag. Browse and compare our top MAD to BCN routes and airport options. So, go ahead and treat yourself, your sweetheart, or the kids to an unforgettable holiday this year.

Madrid to Barcelona Information

Traveling From
Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas
Origin Airport
Madrid
Origin Airport IATA Code
MAD
Traveling To
Barcelona Intl.
Destination Airport
Barcelona
Destination Airport IATA Code
BCN
Number of Airlines Serving
24
Average Flight Time
1 hours 15 mins
Direct Flight Time
1 hours 15 mins
Flight Price

Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from Madrid--Barajas Airport to Barcelona Airport?
With a typical flight time of 1 hour and 20 minutes between Madrid and El Prat de Llobregat, you’ve got just enough time for a cuppa and a read of your latest book before your plane’s skidding to a halt.
What airlines fly direct from Madrid Airport to Josep Tarradellas Barcelona--El Prat Airport?
The only thing standing between you and El Prat de Llobregat is just one, seamless flight (and maybe one or two cheeky in-flight beverages). You can travel directly from Madrid–Barajas Airport to BCN with a range of airlines, including Iberia and Vueling.
How many flights are there from Madrid Airport to Barcelona Intl. Airport (BCN)?
No fewer than 16 flights service the route each day between Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) and Barcelona Intl. Airport (BCN). So wakey wakey — it’s time to book that seat and hook it toward El Prat de Llobregat.
What are the cheapest days to fly?
Here’s an insider tip: Monday is typically the cheapest day to fly! Looking at flight demand on Wotif in 2021, we found that flights departing on a Monday generally had the lowest average price, closely followed by flights on a Saturday. You might want to think twice about flying on a Thursday though; generally, our data showed that it had the highest average ticket price.
What is the best day to buy a plane ticket?
Guess what? It turns out that early in the week is the best time to score the cheapest plane tickets. Looking at flight demand on Wotif in 2021, we found that flights purchased on a Monday had the lowest airfares on average. Booking your plane ticket on the weekend also seems to score pretty good deals. However, airfares purchased on a Friday generally have a higher than average ticket value, so you might want to prepare your budget if you’re booking on that day.
What is the cheapest month to fly?
When comparing airfares booked through Wotif in 2021, our data shows February is one of the cheapest months to fly. On the other hand, the month of December can be one of the most expensive times to travel, with the highest average ticket price, so it’s best to get in early if December is your preferred travel month.
How far in advance can you book a flight?
Trying to figure out how early you should book your flight? It’s possible to start comparing international airfares on Wotif up to 12 months in advance. However, it does depend on the carrier as not all airlines release their prices that far out. According to Wotif’s 2021 flight demand trends, you can bag a bargain with some of the cheapest airfares appearing just 1 week prior to travel.*According to flight demand on Wotif.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change and may vary depending on selections made.
Address:
Barcelona SP,
Spain and Canary Islands
IATA code:
BCN
Longitude:
2.07593
Latitude:
41.303027
Time zone:
Europe/Madrid
Address:
Madrid SP,
Spain and Canary Islands
IATA code:
MAD
Longitude:
-3.564479
Latitude:
40.49027
Time zone:
Europe/Madrid

Madrid to Barcelona Flight Deals from

Considering a quick trip to Barcelona, but not sure which is the best route for you? Well, you’re in luck! Wotif has done the hard work, so all you need to do is check out these flights from MAD to BCN. With heaps of cheap fares from Madrid, we guarantee you’ll be arriving to your holiday destination in style without emptying your bank account in the process.

It’s easy to book flights to Barcelona from Madrid  

For a huge choice of flights, simply enter your travel dates and hit search and we’ll hunt out fantastic deals on one-way, return and multi-city airfares to Barcelona from Madrid from different airlines. If you click the ‘direct flights’ box, you see flights that’ll get you to Barcelona in just 1 hour(s) and 15 mins, too.   

Snap up great deals on flights to Barcelona from Madrid 

Choose from 71 flights a day on average, with prices starting at and rising to depending on the cabin class, travel dates, and airline carrier. And if you’re up for a last-minute getaway, you can get great deals on flights from Madrid to Barcelona today!  

Find cheap airfares to Barcelona from Madrid 

Here are our insider tips for bagging a flight bargain: 

  • Look for midweek flights and late night, early morning arrival and departure times
  • Check out other airports near Madrid and Barcelona
  • Avoid peak season (prices tend to be lower in )
  • Be flexible with your travel dates and you can usually get cheaper options  

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