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$46+ 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 2/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAD — BCN
Nov 15 — Nov 221
Sat 11/15
Sat 11/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Madrid Barajas to Barcelona-El Prat are usually found in February or March, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

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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 October 16, 2025.

This Vueling Global deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 12/167:10 amMAD - BCN
1 stop7h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/234:10 pmBCN - MAD
1 stop6h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/15$93
This Vueling Global deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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 Vueling Global is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/137:10 amMAD - BCN
1 stop5h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/204:10 pmBCN - MAD
1 stop6h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/16$94
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/138:00 amMAD - BCN
Nonstop1h 25mAir Europa
Sat 11/158:30 pmBCN - MAD
Nonstop1h 30mAir Europa
Deal found 10/16$95
This Vueling Global deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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.
Thu 11/207:10 amMAD - BCN
1 stop5h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/22:05 pmBCN - MAD
1 stop8h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/14$96
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/98:00 amMAD - BCN
Nonstop1h 25mAir Europa
Wed 12/108:40 amBCN - MAD
1 stop13h 55mAir Europa
Deal found 10/15$97
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 11/128:20 amMAD - BCN
1 stop12h 50mAir Europa
Wed 11/198:40 amBCN - MAD
1 stop13h 55mAir Europa
Deal found 10/15$98
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/298:20 amMAD - BCN
1 stop12h 50mAir Europa
Tue 12/28:40 amBCN - MAD
1 stop13h 55mAir Europa
Deal found 10/16$100
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/128:20 amMAD - BCN
1 stop12h 50mAir Europa
Sat 11/158:30 pmBCN - MAD
Nonstop1h 30mAir Europa
Deal found 10/15$101
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/269:45 pmMAD - BCN
1 stop10h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/13:05 pmBCN - MAD
Nonstop1h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/16$103
This Iberia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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.
Wed 11/2610:25 amMAD - BCN
Nonstop1h 20mIberia
Mon 12/13:05 pmBCN - MAD
Nonstop1h 25mIberia
Deal found 10/15$104
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/57:40 amMAD - BCN
Nonstop1h 25mAir Europa
Sat 11/86:45 pmBCN - MAD
1 stop3h 50mAir Europa
Deal found 10/15$105

Cheap 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 October 16, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$87
(Vueling Global)

One-way from

$41
(Trip.com)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$117

Good round-trip deal

$132 or less

Good one-way deal

$63 or less
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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 October 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Madrid

Fly to

Barcelona-El Prat

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MadridBarcelona

MAD - BCN

MADBCN

Madrid Barajas

Fri 1/9

7:10 am-2:50 pm

1 stop7h 40m

Barcelona-El Prat

Sun 1/11

9:00 am-2:45 pm

1 stop5h 45m

$87

MadridBarcelona

MAD - BCN

MADBCN

Madrid Barajas

Sat 1/10

7:10 am-4:20 pm

1 stop9h 10m

Barcelona-El Prat

Sun 1/11

2:30 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop8h 25m

$88

MadridBarcelona

MAD - BCN

MADBCN

Madrid Barajas

Tue 12/16

7:10 am-2:50 pm

1 stop7h 40m

Barcelona-El Prat

Tue 12/23

4:10 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$93

MadridBarcelona

MAD - BCN

MADBCN

Madrid Barajas

Tue 12/16

7:10 am-2:50 pm

1 stop7h 40m

Barcelona-El Prat

Thu 12/25

9:00 am-3:40 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$94

MadridBarcelona

MAD - BCN

MADBCN

Madrid Barajas

Fri 11/21

7:10 am-2:50 pm

1 stop7h 40m

Barcelona-El Prat

Tue 11/25

2:30 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop4h 25m

$94

MadridBarcelona

MAD - BCN

MADBCN

Madrid Barajas

Thu 12/18

7:10 am-2:50 pm

1 stop7h 40m

Barcelona-El Prat

Sun 1/11

9:00 am-2:45 pm

1 stop5h 45m

$101

MadridBarcelona

MAD - BCN

MADBCN

Madrid Barajas

Wed 11/26

11:25 am-12:40 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Barcelona-El Prat

Mon 12/1

3:05 pm-4:30 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$103

MadridBarcelona

MAD - BCN

MADBCN

Madrid Barajas

Wed 11/26

9:45 pm-7:55 am

1 stop10h 10m

Barcelona-El Prat

Mon 12/1

3:05 pm-4:30 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$103

MadridBarcelona

MAD - BCN

MADBCN

Madrid Barajas

Wed 11/5

7:40 am-9:05 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Barcelona-El Prat

Sat 11/8

6:45 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop3h 50m

$105

MadridBarcelona

MAD - BCN

MADBCN

Madrid Barajas

Thu 11/13

8:00 am-9:25 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Barcelona-El Prat

Sat 11/15

6:45 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop3h 50m

$105

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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 October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 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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Cheapflights Insights

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?

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 October 10, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is 87 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 $24). Flying from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of $63). 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 October 16, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat Airport at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 44% 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 October 12, 2025.

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. Thursday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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

Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of Cheapflights-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat Airport trip
Airports
MAD

Use automated kiosks at MAD for a faster check-in process, especially with airlines like Iberia. Security lines move quickly even during peak times.

Read more about MADby Lori Zaino
BCN

Take the Aerobus from BCN for a reliable and easy commute to Barcelona's city center, with WiFi and USB charging points on board.

Read more about BCNby Duncan Madden
Our travel experts
Lori Zaino

Lori Zaino

Expert on MAD

Lori Zaino

Lori Zaino

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 Madden

Duncan Madden

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 October 16, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Vueling, Air Europa, and Iberia 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
7.1
Good
1,196 reviews

Entertainment

5.8

Food

6.1

Boarding

7.1

Crew

7.7

Comfort

6.8

Overall

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

BCN - DUB

My tv was not working and I had to switch seats 3 times. Other than that excellent experience.
Vueling
7.1
Good
1,196 reviews
Vueling
7.1
Good
1,196 reviews

Entertainment

5.8

Food

6.1

Boarding

7.1

Crew

7.7

Comfort

6.8

Overall

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

BCN - DUB

My tv was not working and I had to switch seats 3 times. Other than that excellent experience.
Air Europa
7.0
Good
568 reviews
Vueling
7.1
Good
1,196 reviews

Entertainment

5.8

Food

6.1

Boarding

7.1

Crew

7.7

Comfort

6.8

Overall

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

BCN - DUB

My tv was not working and I had to switch seats 3 times. Other than that excellent experience.
Iberia
7.0
Good
2,994 reviews
Vueling
7.1
Good
1,196 reviews

Entertainment

5.8

Food

6.1

Boarding

7.1

Crew

7.7

Comfort

6.8

Overall

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

BCN - DUB

My tv was not working and I had to switch seats 3 times. Other than that excellent experience.

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 66 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 $28. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air Europa, from $43, and Iberia, from $50. Users have found that Vueling is 72% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • 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 TAAG (94%), Kuwait Airways (89%) and Finnair (87%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is $43. On average you can expect to pay $160. The most popular route, (Madrid Barajas - Barcelona-El Prat), can usually be booked for $87.

  • 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 $24). Flying from Madrid to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of $63). 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 October 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VuelingCheapest$28Average$73FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
Air EuropaCheapest$43Average$118FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
IberiaCheapest$50Average$103FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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