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Cheapest round-trip
$174
Typical prices: $187-$303
Lufthansa
Mon 10/8Sat 10/13
MUC - BCN • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$80
Typical prices: $106-$195
Vueling
Tue 10/16
MUC - BCN • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Lufthansa, Vueling and Lufthansa City Airlines. Average duration is 2h 12m
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Most punctual • 87% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 22 weeks in advance save around 17% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 28% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $179 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 22m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Munich to Barcelona (MUC-BCN)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Munich to Barcelona

Thu, Oct 8 - Tue, Oct 13
Lufthansa Logo
6:15 am - 8:25 amMUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
2h 10mnonstop
Lufthansa Logo
1:25 pm - 3:30 pmBCN  Barcelona-El Prat-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
2h 05mnonstop
$174Lufthansa
Sun, Oct 18 - Wed, Oct 21
easyJet Logo
6:10 pm - 9:35 amMUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
15h 25m1 stop Milan Malpensa
easyJet Logo
9:10 am - 6:40 pmBCN  Barcelona-El Prat-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
9h 30m1 stop Milan Malpensa
$174easyJet
Sun, Jan 3 - Sun, Jan 10
Air Serbia Logo
8:15 pm - 9:10 amMUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
12h 55m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
Air Serbia Logo
8:35 pm - 8:45 amBCN  Barcelona-El Prat-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
12h 10m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
$175Air Serbia
Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7
Air Serbia Logo
8:15 pm - 9:10 amMUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
12h 55m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
Air Serbia Logo
9:55 am - 8:45 amBCN  Barcelona-El Prat-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
22h 50m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
$175Air Serbia
Thu, Oct 1 - Sat, Oct 3
Lufthansa Logo
6:15 am - 8:25 amMUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
2h 10mnonstop
Lufthansa Logo
3:40 pm - 5:45 pmBCN  Barcelona-El Prat-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
2h 05mnonstop
$176Lufthansa
Fri, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 16
Vueling Logo
9:05 pm - 11:15 pmMUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
2h 10mnonstop
Vueling Logo
6:50 am - 9:00 amBCN  Barcelona-El Prat-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
2h 10mnonstop
$177Vueling
Fri, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 17
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9:05 pm - 11:15 pmMUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
2h 10mnonstop
Vueling Logo
2:00 pm - 4:05 pmBCN  Barcelona-El Prat-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
2h 05mnonstop
$178Vueling
Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 19
Vueling Logo
9:10 pm - 11:30 pmMUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
2h 20mnonstop
Vueling Logo
7:35 am - 9:45 amBCN  Barcelona-El Prat-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
2h 10mnonstop
$178Vueling
Fri, Mar 19 - Wed, Mar 24
Lufthansa Logo
6:15 am - 8:25 amMUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
2h 10mnonstop
Lufthansa Logo
7:30 am - 9:30 amBCN  Barcelona-El Prat-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
2h 00mnonstop
$179Lufthansa
Fri, Mar 19 - Thu, Mar 25
Lufthansa Logo
6:15 am - 8:25 amMUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
2h 10mnonstop
Lufthansa Logo
3:20 pm - 5:20 pmBCN  Barcelona-El Prat-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
2h 00mnonstop
$179Lufthansa
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Price, demand and travel trends for Munich to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Munich to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

Round-trip flights from Munich to Barcelona-El Prat Airport start at $174. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $187 to $303. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $174 on Lufthansa.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Munich to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Munich to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, it is 6% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 6% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Munich to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Munich to Barcelona-El Prat Airport at $173 round-trip.
•May ($273) and April ($266) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 57% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Munich to Barcelona-El Prat Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Munich to Barcelona-El Prat Airport are cheapest 22 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 17% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Munich to Barcelona

 
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Duncan Madden

Duncan Madden

Expert on Vueling

Duncan is a freelance travel writer, copywriter and book author in constant search of travel stories and the perpetual sensation of being on holiday. He’s never happier than when on a dusty trail in search of empty waves or ducking under the piste tape in search of snowbound solitude. British born, living in Germany, but happiest heading for the horizon. His first book, Found in Translation, explores the etymologies and stories of country names around the world and is out now.

Jessica Macdonald

Jessica Macdonald

Expert on Lufthansa

Currently based in Scotland after living in South Africa and the United States, Jessica has been writing travel and aviation content for more than 10 years. She regularly contributes to Travel + Leisure and TripSavvy, and has had work published by Condé Nast Traveller and The Independent. She has traveled to more than 50 countries across six continents.

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on MUC and BCN

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

Key details for Munich to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$80
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 28% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 11% increase in price.
Flight from Munich to Barcelona-El Prat Airport

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Your Munich to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • How heavy can my checked baggage be when flying with Lufthansa?

    When flying with Lufthansa, you can check one bag up to 50.7 lbs if in Economy, two bags up to 70.5 lbs each in Business, and three bags up to 70.5 lbs each when traveling in First Class.

  • How many carry-on can I travel with when flying with Vueling?

    On a Vueling flight, you can carry one bag and one personal item. Your carry-on hand luggage must weigh at most 22 lbs, and its dimensions should be at most 21.7 x 15.7 x 7.9 inches. Your bag must fit in the overhead compartment, while your personal article must fit underneath the seat in front of you.

  • Is bringing liquids to the cabin of my flight to Barcelona possible?

    You can bring on liquids to the cabin of your flight to Barcelona, so long as you house the liquids in containers containing up to 3.4 ounces (100 ml). Store the containers in a quart-size, see-through, resealable plastic bag. Regardless of the airline you travel with, you can only carry one quart-size bag.

  • Which eco-friendly airlines operate flights from Munich to Barcelona?

    If you want to fly with an eco-friendly partner to Barcelona, consider traveling with KLM or Air France. In line with the goal of minimizing their carbon footprints, they have invested in sustainable aviation fuel research, replaced their old planes with new models that are fuel-efficient and have low consumption, partnered with certified carbon offset companies, and improved their recycling programs.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Munich to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Munich to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights:

    • Lufthansa: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • What airlines are available from Munich to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    3 airlines operate flights between Munich and Barcelona-El Prat Airport. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Lufthansa
    • Vueling
    • Lufthansa City Airlines

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Munich to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    Flights from Munich to Barcelona-El Prat Airport usually depart from Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) and arrive at Barcelona-El Prat (BCN).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Munich to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Vueling: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Lufthansa: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Iberia: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Munich to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Munich to Barcelona-El Prat Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Munich to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $179 round-trip via Milan Malpensa (MXP), compared to $241 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Munich to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $26–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Munich to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    The Airbus A321-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Vueling and Lufthansa. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320neo variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Munich to Barcelona-El Prat Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Munich to Barcelona-El Prat Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 47% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Milan Malpensa (MXP) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) - 9% of one-stop connections

    Frankfurt am Main (FRA) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Munich to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    On the Munich to Barcelona-El Prat Airport route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 11%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $227 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $255: a $28 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Munich to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Munich to Barcelona-El Prat Airport route, 15% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1 hour 46 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Munich to Barcelona-El Prat Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Munich to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights, with 43% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 29%, evening flights for 14%, and night flights for 14%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Barcelona-El Prat Airport are La Rambla, Sagrada Familia and Placa de Catalunya. These are among the most viewed places in Barcelona-El Prat Airport on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Munich to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Munich to Barcelona-El Prat Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:15 am and lands at 8:27 am
    • Latest: departs at 9:10 pm and lands at 11:22 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 12m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Munich to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 9% above the route average of $240. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Munich to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Munich to Barcelona-El Prat Airport takes 2h 12m, covering 680 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Munich to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How are flight prices from Munich to Barcelona-El Prat Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Munich to Barcelona-El Prat Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $100, which is 29% below the typical average for this route.

  • How does Lufthansa City Airlines’s on-time performance compare to other airlines on Munich to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights?

    Lufthansa City Airlines is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Lufthansa has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Munich to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights are:

    • Lufthansa City Airlines: 87% on time
    • Lufthansa: 85% on time
    • Vueling: 84% on time

    Overall, flights on this route are on time 85% of the time on average.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Munich to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Munich to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    Flying via Brussels Bruxelles-National (BRU) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 22m, compared with 5h 41m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and 7h 38m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

  • What car rental options are available at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)?

    Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $2 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Record go
    • NIZACARS
    • Goldcar Rental SP
    • CLICK RENT
    • Ok Mobility

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Munich to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Munich to Barcelona-El Prat Airport range from $187 to $303, with an average of $240 over the past 12 months. Anything below $187 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Munich to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $227 - about $28 less than Sunday (11% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 22 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 17% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Munich to Barcelona-El Prat Airport trip for January. Fares historically average $173 round-trip in that month - typically $100 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, Lufthansa City Airlines is the strongest pick on this route. 87% of Lufthansa City Airlines flights from Munich to Barcelona-El Prat Airport arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 85%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 1 hour 46 minutes, so choosing a carrier with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $179 round-trip on this route - about $62 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you intend to fly from Munich to Barcelona aboard a multiple-stop flight, your stopover (s) will be influenced by the airline you travel with. Suppose you travel on a one-stop flight. If so, you'll layover at Frankfurt (FRA) if you travel with Lufthansa, Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) if you journey with Air France, and Amsterdam if you fly with KLM Royal Dutch Airlines.
  • Suppose you want to travel to Munich International Airport (MUC) using public transport. In that case, the most convenient option is taking an S1 or S8 S-Bahn train. When coming from the city's west, you'll hop on an S1 train. On the other, if coming from the east, you'll board an S8 train. From the city center to the airport, they take roughly 40 minutes. Alternatively, you can board a Lufthansa Express Bus. Available at Munich Central Station, these buses take approximately an hour to get to the airport, depending on traffic conditions.
  • The terminal you'll depart from at MUC will be influenced by the airline you choose to fly with. MUC has two terminals, Terminals 1 and 2. You'll depart from Terminal 2 if you fly with Condor, Eurowings, Lufthansa, LOT Polish Airlines, or Austrian Airlines, and Terminal 1 if you travel with Aegean Airlines, Air France, or KLM.
  • Upon landing at Barcelona El Prat (BCN), there are several Spanish towns and villages you can get to other than Barcelona, the city this airport primarily serves. Some of the said destinations include Gava, Cornella, Rubi, Martorell, Sitges, Ripollet, La Llagosta, and Badalona.
  • Among the airlines that offer flights to BCN, only Air France and British Airways feature lounges where their First and Business Class travelers can relax as they wait for their flights. Air France Lounge is on Level 5 of Module D, while British Airways Gallery Lounge is on Level 5 of Module B.

Prefer to fly direct from Munich to Barcelona?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Munich Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Munich Franz Josef Strauss to Barcelona-El Prat

Monday

Lufthansa,Lufthansa City Airlines,Vueling

Lufthansa,Lufthansa City Airlines, +1 more

Tuesday

Lufthansa,Lufthansa City Airlines,Vueling

Lufthansa,Lufthansa City Airlines, +1 more

Wednesday

Lufthansa,Lufthansa City Airlines,Vueling

Lufthansa,Lufthansa City Airlines, +1 more

Thursday

Lufthansa,Lufthansa City Airlines,Vueling

Lufthansa,Lufthansa City Airlines, +1 more

Friday

Lufthansa,Lufthansa City Airlines,Vueling

Lufthansa,Lufthansa City Airlines, +1 more

Saturday

Lufthansa,Lufthansa City Airlines,Vueling

Lufthansa,Lufthansa City Airlines, +1 more

Sunday

Lufthansa,Lufthansa City Airlines,Vueling

Lufthansa,Lufthansa City Airlines, +1 more

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Direct returns

Barcelona-El Prat to Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Monday

Lufthansa,Lufthansa City Airlines,Vueling

Lufthansa,Lufthansa City Airlines, +1 more

Tuesday

Lufthansa,Lufthansa City Airlines,Vueling

Lufthansa,Lufthansa City Airlines, +1 more

Wednesday

Lufthansa,Lufthansa City Airlines,Vueling

Lufthansa,Lufthansa City Airlines, +1 more

Thursday

Lufthansa,Lufthansa City Airlines,Vueling

Lufthansa,Lufthansa City Airlines, +1 more

Friday

Lufthansa,Lufthansa City Airlines,Vueling

Lufthansa,Lufthansa City Airlines, +1 more

Saturday

Lufthansa,Lufthansa City Airlines,Vueling

Lufthansa,Lufthansa City Airlines, +1 more

Sunday

Lufthansa,Lufthansa City Airlines,Vueling

Lufthansa,Lufthansa City Airlines, +1 more

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