Travelling from Marseille Airport (MRS) to Barcelona Airport (BCN): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Marseille Airport to Barcelona Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 10 minutes.
Marseille and Barcelona are in the UTC+1 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
Each week, there are three Marseille Airport to Barcelona Airport flights. If you prefer to take off as early as possible, opt for the 08:45 Vueling flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 23:55 with Vueling.
Your MRS to BCN flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Travelling to Barcelona (and then exploring more of Spain!) is a cinch with Volotea. This popular airline offers direct flights from Marseille Airport to Barcelona Airport.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Volotea.
Vueling is the most punctual carrier that offers MRS to BCN flights. A dependable 87.5% of its departures on this route arrive without delay.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Marseille Airport to Barcelona Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between MRS and BCN:
Palma - Majorca Airport
Bologna International Airport
Ibiza Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Marseille Airport (MRS) to Barcelona Airport (BCN)
$36 is the lowest price for a one-way Marseille Airport to Barcelona Airport flight. Return flights start at $78. These fares may change based on demand.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from MRS to BCN, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Marseille Airport to Barcelona Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across each month.
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Handy information about Marseille Airport (MRS)
73% of flights departing from Marseille Airport land at their destination on time.
Central Marseille to Marseille Airport is approximately 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
You can expect a trip time of around 35 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel close to MRS? If you're catching an early flight from Marseille Airport to Barcelona Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Barcelona Airport (BCN)
If you're landing on a late Marseille Airport to Barcelona Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these accommodation options near BCN:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Barcelona Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Nizacars Rent A Car and experience the lesser-explored corners of Barcelona and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Barcelona Airport around four weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Barcelona Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
From Barcelona Airport, Barcelona is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Barcelona Airport (BCN)
The quietest month for a flight from Marseille Airport to Barcelona Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Barcelona based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Before locking in your flight from Marseille Airport to Barcelona Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Barcelona, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MRS to BCN in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
Explore more of Spain
Zaragoza is just one of the many cities in Spain waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Barcelona. Around 257 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Plaza del Pilar, La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar.
Around 402 kilometres west of Barcelona, Logroño is another essential stop in Spain. Experience major highlights starting with Bodegas Faustino, Bodegas Campo Viejo and Bodegas Valoria.