Cheap Flights from Dubai (DXBA) to Barcelona (BCN)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Dubai to Barcelona? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

The cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Barcelona Airport

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, to help you find the lowest one in seconds. Check out the Dubai to Barcelona Airport flight prices forecast over the next 12 months.
Cheapest month:March
Most expensive month:December

Direct flights from Dubai to Barcelona

Dubai to Barcelona: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Dubai to Barcelona below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Barcelona.

Dubai to Barcelona: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$464
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time7 hrs, 22 mins
Most popular airlineQantas
Average flights per week37

Finding cheap flights from Dubai to Barcelona: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Dubai to Barcelona is $464. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
7 hours and 22 minutes is the average flight time from Dubai to Barcelona.
Qantas, Emirates and Avianca fly direct from Dubai to Barcelona.
As of June 2025, there are 36 flights per week flying from Dubai to Barcelona.
The cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Barcelona is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Dubai to Barcelona Airport on Friday, 6 March 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 7 hours and 22 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Barcelona but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Barcelona is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Travelling from Dubai to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): what you need to know

  • There are a couple of main airports you can take off from in Dubai. Check out your options departing from Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) when planning your flight from Dubai to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN).

  • Book a direct flight from Dubai to Barcelona-El Prat Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 7 hours 16 minutes.

  • Barcelona is 3 hours behind Dubai. Barcelona-El Prat Airport is located in Barcelona, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.

  • With 20 direct flights a week between the two airports, Dubai Airport (DXB) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) is the busiest route. Emirates operates the earliest flight at 03:25. If you'd like to make the most of your day before flying, the last departure from DXB to BCN is with Emirates at 08:15.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from Dubai to BCN. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

Airports in Dubai

Dubai Airport (DXB)

  • Dubai Airport (DXB) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Dubai to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) operate out of this terminal.

  • You can get away on a direct flight from Dubai to Barcelona-El Prat Airport with Emirates. This top carrier offers services from DXB.

  • A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and perhaps even explore another city. When searching for flights from Dubai to BCN departing from Dubai Airport (DXB), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:

    • Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)

    • Cairo International Airport (CAI)

    • Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

  • From central Dubai, DXB is approximately 14 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to arrive at the terminal.

  • Need a convenient hotel near Dubai Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Dubai to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:

Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)

  • Planning to leave from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)? You can book a direct flight from Dubai to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) from this popular hub.

  • Visit family or friends or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Dubai to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, here's where you can stop when leaving from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport:

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)

    • Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)

    • Stuttgart Airport (STR)

  • DWC is about 56 kilometres from central Dubai. It'll take you 45 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours and 5 minutes.

  • Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before catching your flight from Dubai to BCN? Kick back in a hotel near Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport before your break officially starts. Check out these accommodation options:

About Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from Dubai to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near BCN:

Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona

  • From Barcelona-El Prat Airport, Barcelona is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 24 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • Getting there by public transport takes around 33 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)

  • $212 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Return flights start from $464. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.

  • Book 9 months before you want to travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find flight tickets from Dubai to BCN.

  • Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Dubai to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best price across each month.

  • Create a Price Alert for flight tickets from Dubai to BCN. There's no need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped. We'll update you as soon as the price changes.

  • Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Dubai to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.

The best time to fly from Dubai to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)

  • February is the quietest time of year to travel to Barcelona. Alternatively, follow the crowds and visit in July. This is the busiest month for flights from Dubai to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.

  • Think about the kind of weather that'll work with your plans for Barcelona. August is known as the warmest month. Lock in your flights from Dubai to BCN sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 20ºC and 31ºC.

  • If you like cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from Dubai to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in January when temperatures average between 5ºC and 14ºC.

More about Barcelona

  • Start your Barcelona trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Dubai to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:

  • Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Sagrada Familia, Park Guell and La Rambla de Canaletes are attractions you won't want to skip in Barcelona.

Complete your Barcelona trip with a car rental

  • Once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Dubai to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, the next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Barcelona. Explore the offers and instantly compare your options on price, pick-up convenience, fuel policies, and more.

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