Question 1

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Barcelona?

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Our data shows that Sunday is the least expensive day to fly to Barcelona. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as £109. When flying out on a Friday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Manchester to Barcelona for around £138.

Question 2

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

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Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Friday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Question 3

How often are flights from Manchester to Barcelona delayed?

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Historically, on average around 25% of flights between Manchester and Barcelona have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 120 minutes.

Question 4

How many flights depart from Manchester to Barcelona on average per week?

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22 flights are operational weekly from Manchester to Barcelona as of February 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Sat, with 27% of flights per week taking off on this day.

Question 5

What is the most punctual flight time for Manchester to Barcelona flights?

Accepted Answer

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Question 6

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Manchester to Barcelona flights?

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According to our data, Jet2 have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 15% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 7

Which airlines fly to Barcelona?

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Ryanair, Vueling and easyJet are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Barcelona from Manchester according to our data. Ryanair is the first choice among our users, with 54% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Barcelona. Keep in mind that there are 13 different airlines that fly to Barcelona on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 8

What cabin class options are available on Manchester to Barcelona flights?

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There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Manchester to Barcelona flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Question 9

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Barcelona?

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Flying to Barcelona from Manchester in the afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as £106 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. Flights in the morning are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of £145.

Question 10

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

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You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Barcelona from Manchester when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Barcelona for around £104 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Barcelona from Manchester for as low as £87 on momondo.

Question 11

What is the cheapest Manchester to Barcelona flight route?

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Fly from Manchester to Girona Costa Brava for the best Manchester - Barcelona flight prices

Question 12

What is the cheapest month to fly to Barcelona?

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If you aren’t able to travel during the month of November, then book flights to Barcelona from Manchester during January instead. Flights to Barcelona in January, while not as cheap as those in November, still average around £65.

Question 13

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Manchester to Barcelona?

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Ryanair, Jet2, and easyJet are the most popular carriers operating from Manchester to Barcelona

Question 14

How many flights depart from Manchester to Barcelona on average per day?

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3 flights are operational daily from Manchester to Barcelona as of February 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 12:00, with 81% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.

Question 15

Which airlines fly direct from Manchester to Barcelona?

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There are many direct flights from Manchester to Barcelona. The airlines that operate a direct flight to Barcelona from Manchester are Ryanair, Jet2, Vueling and easyJet. These flights depart from Manchester International Airport (MAN) and arrive in Barcelona at Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN). If you don’t want to take direct Manchester to Barcelona flights, you can take flights that include one to two stopovers. The airlines that run these flights are Ryanair, Vueling, Air Europa, Air France, KLM, TAP Air Portugal, Brussels Airlines and Lufthansa. Some of the possible cities you may have a stopover in are Amsterdam, Naples, Palma, Ibiza, Paris, Lisbon, Rome and Brussels. It is possible to get multi-way flights and one-way flights from Manchester to Barcelona throughout the day, as there are many flights to choose from. Your full flight time will depend on if you have any stopovers and how long your stopover period is.

What is the best way to get in and out of airports in Manchester and Barcelona?

Manchester Airport has many transport options available. These options are bus, train, taxi or car hire. A great way to get to Manchester Airport is by taking the train. The train has many direct routes from both Manchester city centre and other nearby cities. If you want to take a train from Manchester city centre to the airport, you can get on a northern line train to Manchester Piccadilly Train Station. If you would rather hire a car, the car hire companies are mainly situated just outside of the arrivals terminal. If your car hire provider is not within walking distance, a shuttle bus will collect you and take you to your provider. From Barcelona Airport you also have a good variety of transport that you can use. From this airport, you can access the bus, train, taxi and car hire. One of the best ways to get into the city centre of Barcelona is by using the bus. You can get bus A1 from Terminal 1 directly to the city centre. You can also take bus A2 from Terminal C, directly to the city centre. If you would rather use car hire as your main form of transport, you will be able to find the car hire companies located outside of Terminal 2. Some of the car hire providers at the airport are Budget, Avis, Alamo and Europcar.

What are the benefits of the different airports in Manchester and Barcelona?

The airport you will depart from in Manchester is Manchester Airport (MAN). Manchester Airport is one of the UK’s biggest airports and therefore has a large variety of services and amenities which you can enjoy. The airport consists of three terminals, all of which have international and domestic flights. Some of the amenities and services you will find during your time here are restaurants, cafés, convenience shopping, duty-free shops, business lounges, pharmacies, hotels, fashion shop, and currency exchange offices. The airport in Barcelona that you will fly into is Barcelona at Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN). This airport is one of the busiest in the area and the second busiest in Spain. There are two terminals at this airport, both of which have international and domestic flights. Some of the services and amenities that you can look forward to at this airport are car hire services, duty-free shops, cash machines, currency exchange offices, a chapel, pharmacies, fashion shops, restaurants, business lounges and an onsite hotel.

Question 16

Which cities can you reach easily once you arrive at Barcelona Airport?

Accepted Answer

The closest city to Barcelona at Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport is Barcelona. This Spanish city is a popular coastal area known for its many attractions and great restaurants. Another city in Spain you could travel to from the airport is Tarragona, which takes around 50 minutes to reach by car and is south-west of the airport, along the coast. If you want to head inland, around one hour 40 minutes away from the airport in a westerly direction, is the city of Lleida.

Question 17

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Manchester Airport to Barcelona?

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Prices for flights from Manchester Airport to Barcelona are refreshed on a daily basis.

Question 18

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Manchester Airport to Barcelona?

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As of February 2026, there are 13 operators available to choose from for flights from Manchester Airport to Barcelona.

Question 19

How old do you have to be to fly from Manchester Airport to Barcelona?

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The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Manchester Airport to Barcelona.

Question 20

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Barcelona?

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The travel and health documents required for your trip to Barcelona can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Barcelona. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Barcelona?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of November, then book flights to Barcelona from Manchester during January instead. Flights to Barcelona in January, while not as cheap as those in November, still average around £65.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Barcelona?

Our data shows that Sunday is the least expensive day to fly to Barcelona. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as £109. When flying out on a Friday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Manchester to Barcelona for around £138.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Barcelona?

Flying to Barcelona from Manchester in the afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as £106 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. Flights in the morning are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of £145.

What is the cheapest Manchester to Barcelona flight route?

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

What cabin class options are available on Manchester to Barcelona flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Manchester to Barcelona flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Manchester to Barcelona?

Ryanair, Jet2, and easyJet are the most popular carriers operating from Manchester to Barcelona

Which airlines fly to Barcelona?

How often are flights from Manchester to Barcelona delayed?

Historically, on average around 25% of flights between Manchester and Barcelona have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 120 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Manchester to Barcelona flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Friday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Manchester to Barcelona flights?

According to our data, Jet2 have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 15% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from Manchester to Barcelona on average per day?

3 flights are operational daily from Manchester to Barcelona as of February 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 12:00, with 81% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from Manchester to Barcelona on average per week?

22 flights are operational weekly from Manchester to Barcelona as of February 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Sat, with 27% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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