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Flight deals from East Midlands to Barcelona

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from East Midlands to Barcelona? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Barcelona.$84 per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 May, returning Wed, 14 May.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from East Midlands on Mon, 12 May, arriving in Barcelona.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Barcelona on Wed, 14 May, arriving in East Midlands.Price includes taxes and charges.From $84, select.
Barcelona.$95 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 May, returning Fri, 6 Jun.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from East Midlands on Thu, 29 May, arriving in Barcelona.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Barcelona on Fri, 6 Jun, arriving in East Midlands.Price includes taxes and charges.From $95, select.
Barcelona.$100 per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Jun, returning Thu, 12 Jun.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from East Midlands on Sat, 7 Jun, arriving in Barcelona.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Barcelona on Thu, 12 Jun, arriving in East Midlands.Price includes taxes and charges.From $100, select.
Barcelona.$105 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Jul, returning Thu, 17 Jul.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from East Midlands on Sat, 5 Jul, arriving in Barcelona.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Barcelona on Thu, 17 Jul, arriving in East Midlands.Price includes taxes and charges.From $105, select.
Barcelona.$107 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Jun, returning Wed, 2 Jul.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from East Midlands on Tue, 24 Jun, arriving in Barcelona.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Barcelona on Wed, 2 Jul, arriving in East Midlands.Price includes taxes and charges.From $107, select.
Barcelona.$134 per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 Aug, returning Wed, 17 Sep.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from East Midlands on Thu, 28 Aug, arriving in Barcelona.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Barcelona on Wed, 17 Sep, arriving in East Midlands.Price includes taxes and charges.From $134, select.
Barcelona.$137 per passenger.Departing Mon, 13 Oct, returning Thu, 16 Oct.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from East Midlands on Mon, 13 Oct, arriving in Barcelona.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Barcelona on Thu, 16 Oct, arriving in East Midlands.Price includes taxes and charges.From $137, select.
Barcelona.$151 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Sep, returning Wed, 17 Sep.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from East Midlands on Sat, 6 Sep, arriving in Barcelona.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Barcelona on Wed, 17 Sep, arriving in East Midlands.Price includes taxes and charges.From $151, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from East Midlands to Barcelona

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like East Midlands to Barcelona flights are currently cheapest in May.
May
from $84
Jun
from $100
Jul
from $105
Aug
from $172
Sep
from $151
Oct
from $137
Nov
from $704
Dec
from $1,325
Jan
from $450
Feb
from $471
Mar
from $352
Apr
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Direct flights from East Midlands to Barcelona

East Midlands to Barcelona: Alternative routes

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

Nottingham to Barcelona: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$84
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time2 hrs, 15 mins
Most popular airlineRyanair
Average flights per week8

Finding cheap flights from East Midlands to Barcelona: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from East Midlands to Barcelona is $84. 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.
2 hours and 15 minutes is the average flight time from East Midlands to Barcelona.
Ryanair flies direct from East Midlands to Barcelona.
As of May 2025, there are 8 flights per week flying from East Midlands to Barcelona.
The cheapest month to fly from East Midlands to Barcelona is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from East Midlands Airport to Barcelona Airport on Monday, 12 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 15 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.
Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Barcelona.

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

  • The average time for a direct flight from East Midlands Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is 2 hours 10 minutes.

  • Barcelona is one hour ahead of Nottingham and is in the UTC+1 timezone.

  • Take your pick of eight weekly East Midlands Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights. The 05:45 departure with Ryanair is the earliest flight available. Ryanair operates the last service of the day at 22:00.

  • Your EMA to BCN flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

  • You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.

  • Ryanair is your ticket to exploring Barcelona (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Spain!). Check out the direct flights from East Midlands Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport offered by this carrier.

  • Ryanair is the top choice for travellers on this route.

  • We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from East Midlands Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Top stopovers between EMA and BCN include:

    • Palma de Mallorca Airport

    • Orio al Serio International Airport

    • Alicante-Elche Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)

  • Currently, $45 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way East Midlands Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $84. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Score cheap tickets from EMA to BCN by booking five months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.

  • The cheapest month for flights from East Midlands Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.

  • Finding cheap flights from EMA to BCN is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a lower fare pops up.

  • Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from East Midlands Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport.

Handy information about East Midlands Airport (EMA)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of East Midlands Airport, 75.1% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.

  • Central Nottingham to East Midlands Airport is around 23 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.

  • Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel near EMA? If you've booked an early flight from East Midlands Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)

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

  • Barcelona-El Prat Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from central Barcelona. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.

  • Travelling by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.

When to fly to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)

  • The quietest month for a flight from East Midlands Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Barcelona based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • Book your flight from East Midlands Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport for August if you want to go to Barcelona during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).

  • If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from EMA to BCN in January. Average temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.

Explore more of Spain

  • Barcelona is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Spain you'll want to see. Around 257 kilometres west of Barcelona, a visit to Zaragoza will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.

  • If you're ready to explore another great destination in Spain, consider Logroño, roughly 402 kilometres west of Barcelona. Concatedral de Santa Maria de la Redonda, Museo de la Rioja and Iglesia de Santiago el Real are highlights.

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