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Flights from Barcelona El Prat Airport to Manchester depart on average 71 times per day, taking around 3h 4m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $43 if you book in advance.
There are 7 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:15, the last at 21:20. The fastest flight covers the 864 miles (1392 km) distance in 2h 35m. July is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 864 miles (1392 km) |
Average flight duration 3h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $43 |
Flights per day 71 |
Direct flights 7 |
Fastest flight 2h 35m |
First flight 5:15 AM |
Last flight 9:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Cheapest price
$80
Average price
$109
Fastest journey
2 h 35 m
Average duration
2 h 35 m
Flights per day
2
Distance
1392 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Barcelona El Prat Airport to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona El Prat Airport to Manchester will cost around $109 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $80.
Of the 2 flights that leave Barcelona El Prat Airport for Manchester onThu, Aug 27, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 27 the direct flights cover the 1392 km distance in an average of 2 h 35 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 2 h 35 m .
On Thu, Aug 27 the longest flights will take 2 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Barcelona El Prat Airport to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $43. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $43, and a train costs an average of $692.
Distance: 864 miles (1392 km)
Most popular Flight | Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$106 Average price Cheapest | $692 Average price | $256 Average price | $416 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 4m Average total duration Fastest 3h 4m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 16h 37m Average total duration 16h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 39h 50m Average total duration 39h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona El Prat Airport to Manchester:
A flight is $150 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Barcelona El Prat Airport to Manchester costing on average $256.
A flight is $586 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barcelona El Prat Airport to Manchester costing on average $692.
Other travel options to Manchester take longer:
Train takes on average 16h 7m.
Bus takes on average 39h 20m.
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona El Prat Airport to Manchester flights for tomorrow, Thursday, August 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:20 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 2h35 | 12:55 PM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Most Barcelona El Prat Airport to Manchester flights use the Barcelona El Prat Airport to Manchester Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Barcelona El Prat Airport and Manchester airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Barcelona El Prat Airport is 3 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona El Prat Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for an unlimited time. ATMs are located throughout both terminals, offering services from various banks.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Barcelona El Prat Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona El Prat Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in all terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Assistance, toilets.
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