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$52+ 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 6/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAD — BCN
Jun 27 — Jul 41
Sat 6/27
Sat 7/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Madrid Barajas to Barcelona-El Prat are usually found in January or December, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Saturday

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Cheapest flights from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 28, 2026.

This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/25. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/137:05 am
MAD
-
BCN
Nonstop1h 20m
Iberia
Sat 11/149:15 pm
BCN
-
MAD
Nonstop1h 25m
Iberia
Deal found 5/25$82
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. 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.
Wed 7/2210:20 pm
MAD
-
BCN
1 stop13h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 7/296:25 am
BCN
-
MAD
1 stop15h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/28$99
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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.
Wed 6/179:10 am
MAD
-
BCN
1 stop12h 05m
Wizz Air
Tue 6/2310:00 pm
BCN
-
MAD
1 stop10h 25m
Wizz Air
Deal found 5/27$100
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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.
Wed 6/2410:20 pm
MAD
-
BCN
1 stop13h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 7/12:20 pm
BCN
-
MAD
1 stop7h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/27$101
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. 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.
Tue 6/238:35 pm
MAD
-
BCN
1 stop12h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 6/243:35 pm
BCN
-
MAD
1 stop6h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/28$102
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/46:40 am
MAD
-
BCN
Nonstop1h 20m
Iberia
Wed 12/97:55 pm
BCN
-
MAD
Nonstop1h 25m
Iberia
Deal found 5/27$103
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/25. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/199:35 pm
MAD
-
BCN
Nonstop1h 15m
Iberia
Mon 10/2612:30 pm
BCN
-
MAD
Nonstop1h 25m
Iberia
Deal found 5/25$104
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/24. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/1511:25 am
MAD
-
BCN
Nonstop1h 20m
Iberia
Sat 7/186:15 pm
BCN
-
MAD
Nonstop1h 25m
Iberia
Deal found 5/24$105
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/207:05 am
MAD
-
BCN
Nonstop1h 20m
Iberia
Tue 6/231:35 pm
BCN
-
MAD
Nonstop1h 25m
Iberia
Deal found 5/26$106
This Vueling Global deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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 Vueling Global is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/1011:40 am
MAD
-
BCN
1 stop7h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 11/212:30 pm
BCN
-
MAD
1 stop4h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/26$107
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/24. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/34:55 pm
MAD
-
BCN
Nonstop1h 15m
Iberia
Thu 6/412:30 pm
BCN
-
MAD
Nonstop1h 25m
Iberia
Deal found 5/24$109
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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.
Thu 6/256:40 am
MAD
-
BCN
Nonstop1h 20m
Iberia
Mon 6/2910:15 pm
BCN
-
MAD
Nonstop1h 25m
Iberia
Deal found 5/27$110

Find flight deals from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat

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 May 28, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$82
(Orbitz)

One-way from

$52
(Mytrip)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$169

Good round-trip deal

$172 or less

Good one-way deal

$108 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($18 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 May 28, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

MadridBarcelona

MAD - BCN

MADBCN

Madrid Barajas

Fri 11/13

3:55 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop5h 10m

Barcelona-El Prat

Sat 11/14

2:30 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop4h 30m

$107

MadridBarcelona

MAD - BCN

MADBCN

Madrid Barajas

Mon 10/19

7:45 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop4h 00m

Barcelona-El Prat

Mon 10/26

4:35 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$114

MadridBarcelona

MAD - BCN

MADBCN

Madrid Barajas

Tue 6/30

7:45 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop4h 00m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 7/1

9:55 pm-1:50 am

1 stop3h 55m

$140

MadridBarcelona

MAD - BCN

MADBCN

Madrid Barajas

Mon 7/13

5:25 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop4h 15m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 7/22

9:55 pm-1:50 am

1 stop3h 55m

$144

MadridBarcelona

MAD - BCN

MADBCN

Madrid Barajas

Wed 9/9

5:05 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop4h 05m

Barcelona-El Prat

Mon 9/14

6:45 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop3h 50m

$173

MadridBarcelona

MAD - BCN

MADBCN

Madrid Barajas

Sat 10/10

7:10 am-9:10 pm

2 stops14h 00m

Barcelona-El Prat

Mon 10/12

8:30 pm-9:55 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$216

MadridBarcelona

MAD - BCN

MADBCN

Madrid Barajas

Fri 6/12

5:05 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop4h 05m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 6/24

8:40 am-10:35 pm

1 stop13h 55m

$226

MadridBarcelona

MAD - BCN

MADBCN

Madrid Barajas

Thu 8/6

2:35 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Barcelona-El Prat

Sat 8/8

10:00 pm-9:25 am

1 stop11h 25m

$229
Quickest round-trip

MadridBarcelona

MAD - BCN

MADBCN

Madrid Barajas

Sun 10/4

3:10 pm-4:35 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 10/7

8:40 am-12:05 pm

1 stop3h 25m

$233
Cheapest one-way

MadridBarcelona

MAD - BCN

MADBCN

Madrid Barajas

Tue 9/15

8:00 pm-12:15 am

1 stop4h 15m

$61

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Compare providers for flights from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat

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 May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Thrive TravelPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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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Everything you need to know about your flight from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat Airport

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

The best time to book flights from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is 84 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 $104). Flying from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in May is currently the most expensive (average of $169). 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 May 28, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat Airport at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 26% 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 May 23, 2026.

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

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

The best insider tips for Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights

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Lori Zaino

Lori Zaino

Expert on MAD

US-born but now based in Spain, Lori's visited 60 countries---and written about them for publications like CNN, Forbes, The Points Guy, NBC, and TripAdvisor. She loves combining affordable adventures with luxury travel experiences and feels equally at home salsa dancing in Colombia, sipping wine in a French castle, or backpacking through Malaysia.

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Duncan Madden

Duncan Madden

Expert on BCN

Duncan is a freelance travel writer, copywriter and book author in constant search of travel stories and the perpetual sensation of being on holiday. He’s never happier than when on a dusty trail in search of empty waves or ducking under the piste tape in search of snowbound solitude. British born, living in Germany, but happiest heading for the horizon. His first book, Found in Translation, explores the etymologies and stories of country names around the world and is out now.

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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 May 28, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Vueling,Air Europa, andIberia from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. 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.
Vueling
7.2
Good
1,275 reviews

Comfort

6.9

Crew

7.7

Entertainment

5.9

Boarding

7.2

Overall

7.2

Food

6.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Luis Alfonso,Feb 2026

BCN - ALC

In overall good. The crew were very nice as always. I must say it is the tidiest airline when it comes to disembarkation
Vueling
7.2
Good
1,275 reviews
Vueling
7.2
Good
1,275 reviews

Comfort

6.9

Crew

7.7

Entertainment

5.9

Boarding

7.2

Overall

7.2

Food

6.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Luis Alfonso,Feb 2026

BCN - ALC

In overall good. The crew were very nice as always. I must say it is the tidiest airline when it comes to disembarkation
Air Europa
7.0
Good
614 reviews
Vueling
7.2
Good
1,275 reviews

Comfort

6.9

Crew

7.7

Entertainment

5.9

Boarding

7.2

Overall

7.2

Food

6.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Luis Alfonso,Feb 2026

BCN - ALC

In overall good. The crew were very nice as always. I must say it is the tidiest airline when it comes to disembarkation
Iberia
7.0
Good
3,222 reviews
Vueling
7.2
Good
1,275 reviews

Comfort

6.9

Crew

7.7

Entertainment

5.9

Boarding

7.2

Overall

7.2

Food

6.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Luis Alfonso,Feb 2026

BCN - ALC

In overall good. The crew were very nice as always. I must say it is the tidiest airline when it comes to disembarkation

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 68 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.

  • How long is the flight from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    There are many flights that can get you from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in 4h 05m. Fly via Air Europa to get the fastest option. The distance between Madrid and Barcelona-El Prat Airport is about 300 mi.

  • 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 $73. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air Europa, from $80, and Vueling, from $111. Users have found that Iberia is 46% 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 Iberia, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $46. Vueling flights start at $47 while deals on Air Europa start at $49 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 Tunisair (100%), Air Europa Express (100%) and Royal Jordanian (100%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is $68. On average you can expect to pay $307. The most popular route, (Madrid Barajas - Barcelona-El Prat), can usually be booked for $101.

  • 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 $104). Flying from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in May is currently the most expensive (average of $169). 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 May 28, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IberiaCheapest$73Average$152FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air EuropaCheapest$80Average$157FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
VuelingCheapest$111Average$234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%

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