Travelling from Dubai to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): What you need to know
Start your holiday planning by working out where you'll catch your flight from Dubai to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN). Dubai Airport (DXB) and Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) are Dubai's main airports.
Expect to be in the air for 7 hours 20 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct Dubai to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight.
Barcelona-El Prat Airport is located in Barcelona. The city is in the UTC+1 timezone and is three hours behind Dubai.
With 14 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Dubai Airport (DXB) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) is the busiest route. Emirates operates the earliest flight at 3:25am. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last flight from DXB to BCN is with Emirates at 8:15am.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Dubai to BCN. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During peak travel periods, allow for extended wait times and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
You can jump on a direct flight from Dubai to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) leaving from Dubai Airport (DXB).
When departing from DXB, you can catch a direct flight from Dubai to Barcelona-El Prat Airport with Emirates.
The majority of travellers prefer to fly with Emirates between DXB and BCN.
Emirates is the most punctual carrier. An exceptional 82.79% of its services on this route land as scheduled.
We make it a breeze to find cheap flights from Dubai to BCN with a stopover. To explore your options departing from Dubai Airport (DXB), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between DXB and BCN include:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Located around 14 kilometres from central Dubai, DXB can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Dubai to Barcelona-El Prat Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Dubai Airport:
74.31% of flights that depart Dubai Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Break up your flight from Dubai to Barcelona-El Prat Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick another place off your list. Top stopovers between Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport and BCN include:
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
Stuttgart Airport (STR)
Luxembourg Airport (LUX)
You can reach DWC from the centre of Dubai in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport will take roughly 2 hours 5 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Dubai to BCN flight? Check in to a hotel near Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport before your break officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 56.64%. This figure provides insight into how frequently flights that take off from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
About Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Book a hotel near BCN if you have a late flight from Dubai to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Select one of these options and end the night sooner:
Hit the road running by picking up a Barcelona-El Prat Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Nizacars Rent A Car to explore Barcelona and beyond.
Booking your ride around four weeks in advance of your Dubai to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
Central Barcelona is about 13 kilometres from Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research before your trip.
Travelling on public transport takes about 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
₹ 12,771 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. A return flight starts from ₹ 29,287. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
Score cheap flights from Dubai to BCN by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for finding the biggest deals.
June is when you're most likely to find a good deal on a Dubai to Barcelona-El Prat Airport ticket. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Find an affordable flight from Dubai to Barcelona-El Prat Airport by using the search filters. Select your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Dubai to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
July is the most popular month for flights from Dubai to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN). Visit Barcelona in February if you prefer a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Barcelona is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 31ºC. Book your Dubai to BCN flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Dubai to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC and 14ºC.
More about Barcelona
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Barcelona right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Dubai to Barcelona-El Prat Airport:
Your trip to Barcelona isn't complete without checking out the sights. Highlights that should be on your list include Sagrada Familia, Vinalium Sagrada Familia and Placa de la Sagrada Familia.
Explore more of Spain
Zaragoza is just one of the many cities in Spain waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Barcelona. Around 241 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include Plaza España, Plaza del Pilar and La Seo del Salvador.
Around 274 kilometres south of Barcelona, Ibiza is another essential stop in Spain. Experience major highlights starting with Platja d'en Bossa, Blue Ocean Ibiza and Playa de Ses Salines.
