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$440+ Cheap flights from Melbourne (MEL) 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 11/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — BCN
Oct 7 — Oct 141
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The best prices from Melbourne to Barcelona-El Prat are usually found in November or October, booked 41 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) 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 2, 2024.

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Cheap Melbourne to Barcelona-El Prat flights in October & November 2024

Find cheap flight options from Melbourne to Barcelona-El Prat specifically for the months of October and November 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,666,977 searches. Prices were last updated on October 2, 2024.
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/36:15 pmMEL - BCN
1 stop22h 40mEtihad Airways
Fri 11/89:55 amBCN - MEL
1 stop21h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 10/1$849
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/2510:00 pmMEL - BCN
2 stops34h 30mQatar Airways
Sun 11/108:35 amBCN - MEL
1 stop23h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 10/1$1,034
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/293:25 amMEL - BCN
2 stops38h 50mEmirates
Mon 12/168:25 pmBCN - MEL
2 stops38h 10mEmirates
Deal found 10/1$1,431
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/243:25 amMEL - BCN
2 stops38h 10mQantas Airways
Sun 11/108:25 pmBCN - MEL
1 stop40h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/1$1,715
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. 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.
Wed 10/2310:15 amMEL - BCN
3 stops35h 20mKLM
Sun 11/175:25 pmBCN - MEL
3 stops27h 30mKLM
Deal found 10/2$1,783
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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.
Sat 11/3011:05 amMEL - BCN
2 stops31h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/1611:10 amBCN - MEL
3 stops33h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/1$2,396

Melbourne to Barcelona-El Prat 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Melbourne and Barcelona-El Prat in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,666,977 searches. Data last updated October 2, 2024.
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/36:15 pmMEL - BCN
1 stop22h 40mEtihad Airways
Fri 11/89:55 amBCN - MEL
1 stop21h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 10/1$849
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/2510:00 pmMEL - BCN
2 stops34h 30mQatar Airways
Sun 11/108:35 amBCN - MEL
1 stop23h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 10/1$1,034
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/293:25 amMEL - BCN
2 stops38h 50mEmirates
Mon 12/168:25 pmBCN - MEL
2 stops38h 10mEmirates
Deal found 10/1$1,431
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/243:25 amMEL - BCN
2 stops38h 10mQantas Airways
Sun 11/108:25 pmBCN - MEL
1 stop40h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/1$1,715
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. 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.
Wed 10/2310:15 amMEL - BCN
3 stops35h 20mKLM
Sun 11/175:25 pmBCN - MEL
3 stops27h 30mKLM
Deal found 10/2$1,783
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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.
Sat 11/3011:05 amMEL - BCN
2 stops31h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/1611:10 amBCN - MEL
3 stops33h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/1$2,396

One-way flights to Barcelona-El Prat from Melbourne

Search for one-way flight options from Melbourne to Barcelona-El Prat. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,666,977 searches. Data last updated October 2, 2024.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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 11/910:30 pmMEL - BCN
3 stops51h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/1$440
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/96:15 pmMEL - BCN
1 stop34h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 10/1$725
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/3010:40 pmMEL - BCN
2 stops28h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/2$727
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. 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.
Thu 10/2410:00 pmMEL - BCN
1 stop25h 40mIberia
Deal found 10/2$768
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/184:05 pmMEL - BCN
1 stop24h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 10/1$770
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. 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.
Sat 11/307:00 amMEL - BCN
3 stops39h 15mKLM
Deal found 10/2$1,070
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/2912:05 pmMEL - BCN
2 stops30h 10mEmirates
Deal found 10/2$1,085
This Singapore Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. 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 Singapore Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/2312:35 amMEL - BCN
1 stop39h 20mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 10/2$2,615

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

Customize your flight search to find flights from Melbourne 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 2,666,977 searches. Data last updated October 2, 2024.

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MelbourneBarcelona-El Prat

MEL - BCN

MELBCN

Melbourne

Sun 11/3

1 stop22h 40m

Barcelona-El Prat

Fri 11/8

1 stop21h 00m

$849

MelbourneBarcelona-El Prat

MEL - BCN

MELBCN

Melbourne

Fri 10/25

2 stops34h 30m

Barcelona-El Prat

Sun 11/10

1 stop23h 50m

$1,034

MelbourneBarcelona-El Prat

MEL - BCN

MELBCN

Melbourne

Mon 1/27

2 stops42h 05m

Barcelona-El Prat

Fri 2/28

1 stop23h 30m

$1,234

MelbourneBarcelona-El Prat

MEL - BCN

MELBCN

Melbourne

Fri 3/21

2 stops29h 50m

Barcelona-El Prat

Fri 4/18

2 stops27h 50m

$1,294

MelbourneBarcelona-El Prat

MEL - BCN

MELBCN

Melbourne

Sat 1/25

2 stops43h 25m

Barcelona-El Prat

Sat 2/1

1 stop40h 55m

$1,419

MelbourneBarcelona-El Prat

MEL - BCN

MELBCN

Melbourne

Thu 3/20

2 stops56h 25m

Barcelona-El Prat

Fri 4/18

2 stops43h 50m

$1,450

MelbourneBarcelona-El Prat

MEL - BCN

MELBCN

Melbourne

Tue 2/11

3 stops37h 00m

Barcelona-El Prat

Thu 2/27

3 stops31h 55m

$1,525

MelbourneBarcelona-El Prat

MEL - BCN

MELBCN

Melbourne

Thu 10/24

2 stops38h 10m

Barcelona-El Prat

Sun 11/10

1 stop40h 55m

$1,715

MelbourneBarcelona-El Prat

MEL - BCN

MELBCN

Melbourne

Sat 11/30

2 stops31h 45m

Barcelona-El Prat

Mon 12/16

3 stops33h 45m

$2,396

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

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Travel insights for flights from Melbourne to Barcelona-El Prat

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Melbourne to Barcelona-El Prat. Price data was last updated on September 27, 2024.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is 41 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.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (average of $755). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,203). 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 MEL to BCN?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne 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 2, 2024.

It’s typically best to fly out from Melbourne Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 38% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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 October 2, 2024.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very good
1,333 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Your state of the art Boeing 787 was so hot I was sweating 90% of the flight. There is no reason or excuse for that.

Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very good
1,333 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very good
1,333 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Your state of the art Boeing 787 was so hot I was sweating 90% of the flight. There is no reason or excuse for that.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,575 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very good
1,333 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Your state of the art Boeing 787 was so hot I was sweating 90% of the flight. There is no reason or excuse for that.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,358 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very good
1,333 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Your state of the art Boeing 787 was so hot I was sweating 90% of the flight. There is no reason or excuse for that.

Finnair
7.7
Good
1,322 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very good
1,333 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Your state of the art Boeing 787 was so hot I was sweating 90% of the flight. There is no reason or excuse for that.

Vietnam Airlines
7.7
Good
241 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very good
1,333 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Your state of the art Boeing 787 was so hot I was sweating 90% of the flight. There is no reason or excuse for that.

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Melbourne Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport for under $900 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Melbourne Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport for under $900. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Etihad Airways for just $849, but on average you can expect to pay $2,085.

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

    Etihad Airways, at $849, was found to be the cheapest airline from Melbourne Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Qatar Airways and Singapore Airlines. These flights start at 39% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Etihad Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $725. Users have also found prices from $727 and $768 on Turkish Airlines and Iberia, respectively.

  • What does MEL to BCN mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Melbourne Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a MEL to BCN flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Barcelona-El Prat that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Melbourne to Barcelona-El Prat flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Melbourne to Barcelona-El Prat with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Melbourne to Barcelona-El Prat flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne 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 Melbourne to Barcelona-El Prat.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Barcelona-El Prat that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Melbourne to Barcelona-El Prat offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Melbourne to Barcelona-El Prat?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Melbourne to Barcelona-El Prat flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Melbourne Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight deals updated?

    The Melbourne Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 10/2.

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (average of $755). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,203). 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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