- Must visit
Museu Picasso
Major museum dedicated to Pablo Picasso, especially strong on his early years and Barcelona connection. One of the city’s most visited art museums.
Flights from Nerja to Barcelona depart on average 41 times per day, taking around 2h 21m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) if you book in advance.
There are 18 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 01:00, the last at 23:55. The fastest flight covers the 455 miles (733 km) distance in 1h 25m. August is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 455 miles (733 km) |
Average flight duration 2h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Flights per day 41 |
Direct flights 18 |
Fastest flight 1h 25m |
First flight 1:00 AM |
Last flight 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 7 days |
Cheapest price
$40
Average price
$287
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 30 m
Flights per day
61
Distance
733 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Nerja to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nerja to Barcelona will cost around $287 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $40.
Of the 61 flights that leave Nerja for Barcelona onFri, May 15, 27 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 15 the direct flights cover the 733 km distance in an average of 1 h 30 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
On Fri, May 15 the longest flights will take 1 h 30 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.
VY2112
FR 3183
FR 482
VY2019
VY2110
VY2013
VY2021
IB5791
IB5401
IB5399Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Nerja to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $25, and a train costs an average of $117.
Distance: 455 miles (733 km)
Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$125 Average price Cheapest | $146 Average price | $21 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 21m Average total duration Fastest 2h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 39m Average total duration 6h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular airline | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Nerja to Barcelona:
A flight is $22 (€17) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nerja to Barcelona costing on average $146 (€117).
Other travel options to Barcelona take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 9m.
Bus takes on average 12h 50m.
The table below shows live departures for Nerja to Barcelona flights for today, Thursday, May 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:25 PM Nerja | 1h35 | 11:00 PM Barcelona | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, May 15 | |||||
UX5032 · UX7701 | 6:20 AM Malaga Airport | 26h35 | 8:55 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX5032 · UX7703 | 6:20 AM Malaga Airport | 10h15 | 4:35 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB1028 · IB407 | 6:30 AM Granada Airport | 3h15 | 9:45 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 transfer | |
VY2019 | 6:40 AM Granada Airport | 1h30 | 8:10 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
IB5407 | 6:40 AM Granada Airport | 1h30 | 8:10 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
VY2110 | 6:45 AM Malaga Airport | 1h35 | 8:20 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
IB5036 | 6:45 AM Malaga Airport | 1h35 | 8:20 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
FR 482 | 7:00 AM Malaga Airport | 1h35 | 8:35 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
TP1139 · TP1034 | 7:00 AM Malaga Airport | 9h55 | 4:55 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 transfer | |
TP1139 · TP1032 | 7:00 AM Malaga Airport | 7h00 | 2:00 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX5042 · UX7701 | 8:35 AM Malaga Airport | 24h20 | 8:55 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX5042 · UX7703 | 8:35 AM Malaga Airport | 8h00 | 4:35 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB1002 · IB413 | 9:10 AM Malaga Airport | 4h50 | 2:00 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB1002 · IB411 | 9:10 AM Malaga Airport | 3h35 | 12:45 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB5399 | 9:20 AM Granada Airport | 1h30 | 10:50 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
VY2011 | 9:20 AM Granada Airport | 1h30 | 10:50 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
VY2114 | 9:45 AM Malaga Airport | 1h40 | 11:25 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
IB5040 | 9:45 AM Malaga Airport | 1h40 | 11:25 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
EW2537 · EW2522 | 10:20 AM Malaga Airport | 9h50 | 8:10 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 transfer | |
TP1135 · TP1036 | 10:25 AM Malaga Airport | 8h55 | 7:20 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 transfer | |
TP1135 · TP1034 | 10:25 AM Malaga Airport | 6h30 | 4:55 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ VY2122 | 11:00 AM Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) | 7h40 | 6:40 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ VY2124 | 11:00 AM Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) | 10h40 | 9:40 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ IB5668 | 11:00 AM Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) | 10h40 | 9:40 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX5036 · UX7703 | 12:35 PM Malaga Airport | 4h00 | 4:35 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX5036 · UX7701 | 12:35 PM Malaga Airport | 20h20 | 8:55 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX5200 · UX6006 | 12:45 PM Granada Airport | 19h10 | 7:55 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX5200 · UX6060 | 12:45 PM Granada Airport | 25h35 | 2:20 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX5200 · UX6102 | 12:45 PM Granada Airport | 8h25 | 9:10 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX5200 · UX6072 | 12:45 PM Granada Airport | 5h10 | 5:55 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX5200 · UX6156 | 12:45 PM Granada Airport | 22h20 | 11:05 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB5046 | 1:00 PM Malaga Airport | 1h40 | 2:40 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
VY2120 | 1:00 PM Malaga Airport | 1h40 | 2:40 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
IB1004 · IB419 | 1:25 PM Malaga Airport | 4h45 | 6:10 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB1004 · IB417 | 1:25 PM Malaga Airport | 3h55 | 5:20 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB1022 · IB417 | 1:40 PM Granada Airport | 3h40 | 5:20 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB1022 · IB419 | 1:40 PM Granada Airport | 4h30 | 6:10 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 transfer | |
VY2013 | 2:10 PM Granada Airport | 1h30 | 3:40 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
IB5401 | 2:10 PM Granada Airport | 1h30 | 3:40 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
VY2116 | 2:35 PM Malaga Airport | 1h40 | 4:15 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
IB5042 | 2:35 PM Malaga Airport | 1h40 | 4:15 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
VY2021 | 2:55 PM Granada Airport | 1h30 | 4:25 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
IB5791 | 2:55 PM Granada Airport | 1h30 | 4:25 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Major museum dedicated to Pablo Picasso, especially strong on his early years and Barcelona connection. One of the city’s most visited art museums.
Catalonia’s national art museum, best known for Romanesque murals, Gothic art, and fine views from Montjuïc. A top choice for art and architecture lovers.
Hilltop museum focused on Joan Miró, with an excellent collection of paintings, sculptures, and temporary exhibitions in a landmark modern building.
Barcelona’s most famous promenade, linking Plaça de Catalunya to the waterfront. Busy, historic, and central for first-time visitors.
Historic Gothic Quarter of narrow lanes, medieval squares, and layered Roman remains. One of the city’s essential walking areas.
Elegant boulevard lined with major Modernisme buildings, luxury shops, and some of Barcelona’s best-known architectural highlights.
Rustic bread rubbed with ripe tomato, olive oil, and salt. It is a signature Catalan staple served with many meals.
Roasted eggplant, red peppers, and onion, usually dressed with olive oil. A classic Catalan vegetable dish with smoky flavor.
A fresh salad of shredded salt cod, tomato, onion, and olives. It is a traditional Catalan seafood starter popular in Barcelona.
Acclaimed fine dining restaurant offering creative modern tasting menus by leading Barcelona chefs. Ideal for a high-end culinary experience.
Historic traditional restaurant serving classic Catalan cuisine in an old-world dining room. Known for heritage dishes and a long-standing reputation.
Established grand restaurant famous for rice dishes, seafood, and classic Catalan cooking. A refined yet traditional Barcelona institution.
Moderate for Western Europe. Tapas and transit are manageable, but central hotels and tourist areas cost more.
Service is usually included. Locals often round up or leave 5-10% for good restaurant service; small change for cafes and taxis is enough.
Official public transport app
Barcelona El Prat Airport -> Plaça de Catalunya
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