Travelling from Minneapolis to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): What you need to know
Minneapolis's main base, Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Minneapolis to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN).
Barcelona is six hours ahead of Minneapolis. Barcelona-El Prat Airport is located in Barcelona, which follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Minneapolis 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.
High season means busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Minneapolis to BCN. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these popular airports:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The journey from central Minneapolis to MSP takes about 25 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Minneapolis to Barcelona-El Prat Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these hotels near Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport:
77.37% of flights that take off from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
MSP's address is 6040 28th Avenue South.
About Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Consider booking a hotel near BCN if you have a late flight from Minneapolis to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Barcelona-El Prat 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.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle around four weeks before your Minneapolis to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight.
Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
Central Barcelona is around 13 kilometres from Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary based on time of day and traffic conditions, so do a little research before your trip.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Right now, Rs67,603 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Minneapolis to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs148,255. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Minneapolis to BCN. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Minneapolis to Barcelona-El Prat Airport tickets across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Minneapolis to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding the best time to fly. February is the quietest month to go to Barcelona. July is when most people book flights from Minneapolis to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
Lock in a Minneapolis to BCN flight ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Barcelona to range from 20ºC to 31ºC.
January has temperatures of between 5ºC and 14ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Minneapolis to Barcelona-El Prat Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Barcelona
Once you've booked your flight from Minneapolis to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Barcelona:
There are loads of fantastic things to do in Barcelona when you're ready to go sightseeing. Kick off your exploring at Sagrada Familia followed by Vinalium Sagrada Familia and Placa de la Sagrada Familia.
Explore more of Spain
Zaragoza is just one of the many places in Spain waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Barcelona. Around 241 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Plaza España, Plaza del Pilar and La Seo del Salvador.
Ibiza is another sought-after destination in Spain and is around 274 kilometres south of Barcelona. No journey is complete without a visit to Platja d'en Bossa, Blue Ocean Ibiza and Playa de Ses Salines.
