What percentage of Manchester to Barcelona flights are direct?

Across the trailing quarter, 19.1% of flights from Manchester to Barcelona were direct. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers was 2. This suggests that while direct options are available, a notable portion of routes involve at least one connection. Travelers should consider this when planning their journey.

How many hours is the flight from Manchester to Barcelona?

A direct flight from Manchester to Barcelona typically takes 2 hours and 30 minutes. This route covers a distance of 1380 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration extends significantly to 9 hours and 55 minutes. Travelers should account for these differences in flight time when choosing between direct and connecting options.

How often do Manchester to Barcelona flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Manchester to Barcelona route have shown frequent drops. This indicates that travelers may often find opportunities for price reductions. Monitoring prices regularly can be beneficial for securing a more favorable deal. The route is known for its dynamic pricing patterns.

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Manchester to Barcelona: Overview

Insights for flights from Manchester to Barcelona

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Manchester to Barcelona, 16% of recent fares were classified as a good price. Right now, fares to Barcelona are near the typical level, with prices typically ranging from $188–$350, and a median fare of $267.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Manchester to Barcelona? The data indicates that March is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $100. April also offers competitive pricing, with a median of $131, followed by August at a median of $195.

Most itineraries from Manchester to Barcelona connect at least once, with only 19.1% of recent fares being direct flights from Manchester to Barcelona. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

How long is the flight from Manchester to Barcelona? A typical journey from Manchester to Barcelona, including connections, takes approximately 2h 30m. Non-stop flights have a median duration of 2h 30m, while connecting flights typically take around 11h 0m.

The distance between Manchester and Barcelona is 1380 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. New deals for this route appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities for travelers to find suitable fares.

How much is a round trip from Manchester to Barcelona

Regular price: £65 - £209

Prices for flights from Manchester to Barcelona are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is typically between 65 GBP and 209 GBP. The current lowest deal is 38 GBP with Ryanair, for travel from Nov 22 to Nov 28.

now £38

Low £65

High £209

The cheapest time to fly from Manchester to Barcelona

The cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Barcelona is March, with a median price of 100 USD. The most expensive month is September, with a median price of 414 USD. Prices are generally lower from February to November.

March

Cheapest

Flights from £100

September

Most Expensive

Flights from £414

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Manchester to Barcelona

Vueling Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Manchester to Barcelona

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Barcelona

Manchester (MAN) - Barcelona (BCN)

Ryanair

£92

£35

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Barcelona

Manchester (MAN) - Barcelona (BCN)

Ryanair

£87

£37

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Barcelona

Manchester (MAN) - Barcelona (BCN)

Ryanair

£91

£38

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Barcelona

Manchester (MAN) - Barcelona (BCN)

Ryanair

£94

£40

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Barcelona

Manchester (MAN) - Barcelona (BCN)

Ryanair

£88

£40

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Barcelona

Manchester (MAN) - Barcelona (BCN)

Ryanair

£112

£54

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Manchester to Barcelona

6 nights

Nov 1 - Nov 7

£175 → £62

64%

2 nights

Dec 16 - Dec 18

£167 → £55

67%

4 nights

Nov 7 - Nov 11

£166 → £58

65%

8 nights

Nov 1 - Nov 9

£166 → £58

65%

Popular Airports to fly from Manchester to Barcelona

Manchester - Barcelona route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares from Manchester to Barcelona are near the typical level for the route.

📅 Best time to fly

March is historically cheapest at $100

Historically, March is the cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Barcelona, with a median price of $100.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 2h 30m

Direct flights from Manchester to Barcelona typically take 2 hours and 30 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up the majority of options, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Vueling Airlines offers direct flights

Vueling Airlines is one of the carriers offering direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Manchester to Barcelona are frequent, appearing often within a 30-day window.

Manchester main airports to depart from

Manchester (MAN)

Cheapest

Fly from Manchester Airport to Barcelona. It is a convenient option for your journey.

📍 ~14 km from Manchester (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£30

Barcelona main airports to arrive at

Barcelona–El Prat (BCN)

Cheapest

Barcelona–El Prat Airport is a convenient arrival point for flights from Manchester to Barcelona.

📍 ~13 km from Barcelona (reachable by car, bus, train, metro).

💸 Flights from ~£32

Airports nearby Barcelona used as alternative

Girona–Costa Brava (GRO)

Cheapest

Girona–Costa Brava is a practical alternative, especially for budget airlines, with shuttle services to Barcelona.

📍 ~75 km from Barcelona (reachable by bus, car)

💸 Flights from ~£30

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Nov 22

Barcelona, Spain

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$537

$266

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Nov 22

Barcelona, Spain

85% AI deal score

$522

$264

Save $258

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Business Class

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Nov 30

Barcelona, Spain

85% AI deal score

$523

$264

Save $259

Iberia Airlines

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Feb 27

Barcelona, Spain

85% AI deal score

$458

$264

Save $194

Iberia Airlines

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Feb 28

Barcelona, Spain

85% AI deal score

$459

$264

Save $195

Iberia Airlines

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Dec 01

Barcelona, Spain

85% AI deal score

$512

$264

Save $248

Iberia Airlines

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Feb 27

Barcelona, Spain

85% AI deal score

$457

$264

Save $193

Iberia Airlines

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Feb 27

Barcelona, Spain

85% AI deal score

$459

$264

Save $195

Iberia Airlines

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Feb 27

Barcelona, Spain

85% AI deal score

$458

$264

Save $194

Iberia Airlines

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Feb 25

Barcelona, Spain

85% AI deal score

$459

$264

Save $195

Iberia Airlines

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Feb 25

Barcelona, Spain

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$458

$264

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Business Class

From MAN

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Feb 28

Barcelona, Spain

85% AI deal score

$459

$264

Save $195

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Barcelona

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Manchester to Barcelona is typically 28-59 days prior to departure. During this period, the average price observed was $282. Booking within 0-6 days of departure, however, saw average prices rise significantly to $708. Even booking 60+ days out resulted in a slightly higher average price of $303, demonstrating the value of booking within the identified sweet spot.

Based on historical data across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Manchester to Barcelona is considered to be $188 or less. The median price for this route was $267. Prices can go higher, with 75% of observed prices being $350 or less. Travelers aiming for a budget-friendly trip should target prices at or below the $188 threshold.

Historically, March and April have offered the cheapest flights from Manchester to Barcelona. In March, the median flight price was $100, while April saw a median of $131. The annual median price for this route is $267, indicating significant savings during these months. August, with a median price of $195, was identified as the most expensive month for this route.

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Manchester to Barcelona: Overview

Insights for flights from Manchester to Barcelona

How much is a round trip from Manchester to Barcelona

Regular price: £65 - £209

Prices for flights from Manchester to Barcelona are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is typically between 65 GBP and 209 GBP. The current lowest deal is 38 GBP with Ryanair, for travel from Nov 22 to Nov 28.

now £38

Low £65

High £209

The cheapest time to fly from Manchester to Barcelona

March

Cheapest

Flights from £100

September

Most Expensive

Flights from £414

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Manchester to Barcelona

Vueling Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Manchester to Barcelona

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Barcelona

Manchester (MAN) - Barcelona (BCN)

Ryanair

£92

£35

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Barcelona

Manchester (MAN) - Barcelona (BCN)

Ryanair

£87

£37

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Barcelona

Manchester (MAN) - Barcelona (BCN)

Ryanair

£91

£38

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Barcelona

Manchester (MAN) - Barcelona (BCN)

Ryanair

£94

£40

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Barcelona

Manchester (MAN) - Barcelona (BCN)

Ryanair

£88

£40

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Barcelona

Manchester (MAN) - Barcelona (BCN)

Ryanair

£112

£54

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Manchester to Barcelona

6 nights

Nov 1 - Nov 7

£175 → £62

64%

2 nights

Dec 16 - Dec 18

£167 → £55

67%

4 nights

Nov 7 - Nov 11

£166 → £58

65%

8 nights

Nov 1 - Nov 9

£166 → £58

65%

Popular Airports to fly from Manchester to Barcelona

Manchester - Barcelona route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares from Manchester to Barcelona are near the typical level for the route.

📅 Best time to fly

March is historically cheapest at $100

Historically, March is the cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Barcelona, with a median price of $100.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 2h 30m

Direct flights from Manchester to Barcelona typically take 2 hours and 30 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up the majority of options, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Vueling Airlines offers direct flights

Vueling Airlines is one of the carriers offering direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Manchester to Barcelona are frequent, appearing often within a 30-day window.

Manchester main airports to depart from

Manchester (MAN)

Cheapest

Fly from Manchester Airport to Barcelona. It is a convenient option for your journey.

📍 ~14 km from Manchester (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£30

Barcelona main airports to arrive at

Barcelona–El Prat (BCN)

Cheapest

Barcelona–El Prat Airport is a convenient arrival point for flights from Manchester to Barcelona.

📍 ~13 km from Barcelona (reachable by car, bus, train, metro).

💸 Flights from ~£32

Airports nearby Barcelona used as alternative

Girona–Costa Brava (GRO)

Cheapest

Girona–Costa Brava is a practical alternative, especially for budget airlines, with shuttle services to Barcelona.

Barcelona, Spain

85% AI deal score

$459

$264

Save $195

Iberia Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Barcelona

Cheap Flights from Manchester to Barcelona

Today’s best flight deals from Manchester to Barcelona

Manchester to Barcelona: Overview

Insights for flights from Manchester to Barcelona

How much is a round trip from Manchester to Barcelona

The cheapest time to fly from Manchester to Barcelona

Direct flights from Manchester to Barcelona

Last-minute flights going from Manchester to Barcelona

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Manchester to Barcelona

Popular Airports to fly from Manchester to Barcelona

Manchester - Barcelona route insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

March is historically cheapest at $100

Direct flights take 2h 30m

Connecting flights are dominant

Vueling Airlines offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Manchester main airports to depart from

Barcelona main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Barcelona used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Barcelona

Best Elite deals to Barcelona

Nov 22

Nov 22

Nov 30

Feb 27

Feb 28

Dec 01

Feb 27

Feb 27

Feb 27

Feb 25

Feb 25

Feb 28

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Barcelona

How far in advance should I book a flight from Manchester to Barcelona?

What is a good price for a flight from Manchester to Barcelona?

Which months have the cheapest flights from Manchester to Barcelona?

What percentage of Manchester to Barcelona flights are direct?

How many hours is the flight from Manchester to Barcelona?

How often do Manchester to Barcelona flight prices drop?

Related routes

More routes from Manchester

Flights to Barcelona from other cities

Manchester to Barcelona: Overview

Insights for flights from Manchester to Barcelona

How much is a round trip from Manchester to Barcelona

The cheapest time to fly from Manchester to Barcelona

Direct flights from Manchester to Barcelona

Last-minute flights going from Manchester to Barcelona

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Manchester to Barcelona

Popular Airports to fly from Manchester to Barcelona

Manchester - Barcelona route insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

March is historically cheapest at $100

Direct flights take 2h 30m

Connecting flights are dominant

Vueling Airlines offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Manchester main airports to depart from

Barcelona main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Barcelona used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Barcelona

Best Elite deals to Barcelona

Nov 22

Nov 22

Nov 30

Feb 27

Feb 28

Dec 01

Feb 27

Feb 27

Feb 27

Feb 25

Feb 25

Feb 28

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Barcelona

How far in advance should I book a flight from Manchester to Barcelona?

What is a good price for a flight from Manchester to Barcelona?

Which months have the cheapest flights from Manchester to Barcelona?