Flying from Milan to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): What you need to know
When organising your flight from Milan to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN), there's a good range of airports you can take off from. Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) and Milano Linate Airport (LIN) are Milan's major terminals.
1 hour 40 minutes is the average duration of a direct Milan to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight.
Barcelona's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Milan. Barcelona-El Prat Airport is located in Barcelona.
With 64 direct flights a week between the two airports, Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) is the busiest route. Ryanair operates the earliest flight at 5:45am. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last flight from MXP to BCN is with Vueling at 11:50pm.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Milan to BCN. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
Taking off during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Milan to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) operate out of this terminal.
These are some of the well-known carriers offering direct flights from Milan to Barcelona-El Prat Airport leaving from MXP:
Vueling is the airline most travellers choose for flights from MXP to BCN.
Among carriers on this route, Vueling has the best track record for timely arrivals.
Travelling from central Milan to MXP takes about 55 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near Milano Malpensa Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Milan to Barcelona-El Prat Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:
68.23% of flights departing from Milano Malpensa Airport reach their destination on time.
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Consider flying out of Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY). You can book a direct Milan to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) flight ticket from this popular hub.
From BGY, direct flights from Milan to BCN can be booked with Ryanair.
Ryanair is the most popular choice for travellers flying from BGY to BCN.
Ryanair is the most reliable carrier flying from Orio al Serio International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, with 74.48% of its services arriving on schedule.
You can arrive at BGY from central Milan in approximately 1 hour by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport will take roughly 2 hours 20 minutes to cover the 64 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Milan to BCN flight? Check in to a hotel near Orio al Serio International Airport before your trip officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Orio al Serio International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 67.49%.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
Board once and be on your way from Milano Linate Airport (LIN). Direct flights from Milan to Barcelona-El Prat Airport are available from here.
Fly out of LIN with easyJet. This reputable carrier offers direct Milan to BCN flight tickets.
The top choice among passengers flying between LIN and BCN is easyJet.
The journey to LIN from central Milan is around 45 minutes on public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you about 30 minutes to cover the 11 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early Milan to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Book a room at one of these accommodation options near Milano Linate Airport and get to your check-in counter with time to spare:
Flights that depart from LIN reach their destination within the expected time frame 79.56% of the time.
About Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Reserve a hotel near BCN if you have a late flight from Milan to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and call it a night faster:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Barcelona-El Prat Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Nizacars Rent A Car and explore beyond Barcelona's usual tourist stops.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride around four weeks ahead of your Milan to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight.
Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
Barcelona-El Prat Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Barcelona. The time it takes to get there in a car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
At the moment, Rs3,803 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Milan to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs8,981. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 11 months before your departure date. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Milan to BCN.
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The best time to fly from Milan to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Milan to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN). July is when most people visit Barcelona. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, go in February.
Before locking in your Milan to BCN flight ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Barcelona, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 31ºC.
January has temperatures of between 5ºC and 14ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Milan to Barcelona-El Prat Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Barcelona
Once you've booked your flight from Milan to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Barcelona:
Sagrada Familia and Vinalium Sagrada Familia are a couple of leading attractions to add to your Barcelona travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Placa de la Sagrada Familia.
Explore more of Spain
Zaragoza is just one of the many places in Spain waiting to be discovered once you've seen Barcelona. Around 241 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Plaza España, Plaza del Pilar and La Seo del Salvador.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Spain, consider Ibiza, roughly 274 kilometres south of Barcelona. Platja d'en Bossa, Blue Ocean Ibiza and Playa de Ses Salines are key reasons to visit.
