Travelling from Montreal to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): what you need to know
Montreal's main base, Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL), is where countless awesome holidays begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Montreal to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN).
Hop on a direct flight from Montreal to Barcelona-El Prat Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 7 hours 21 minutes.
Barcelona-El Prat Airport is located in Barcelona. The city operates in the UTC+1 timezone and is 5 hours ahead of Montreal.
The busiest route is from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN), with 11 direct weekly services. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from YUL to BCN is the 20:00 Air Canada option. If you prefer to travel later, the final departure is at 23:45 with Air Transat.
Your flight from Montreal to BCN won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Take off and land with no stops from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL). Nonstop flights from Montreal to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) are available from here.
When jetting out of YUL, you can catch a direct flight from Montreal to Barcelona-El Prat Airport with Air Canada.
From central Montreal, YUL is approximately 26 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to work out the best way to get there.
Want a handy hotel close to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Montreal to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
About Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Book a hotel near BCN if you're taking a late flight from Montreal to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
Barcelona-El Prat Airport to central Barcelona takes about 24 minutes in a car. It's approximately 18 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 33 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
$493 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Montreal to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Return flights start from $840. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from Montreal to BCN. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the departure date.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Montreal to Barcelona-El Prat Airport across every month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Set up a Price Alert and keep track of changes on this route through push notifications or email. We'll let you know when prices go down. Timing is key when finding cheap tickets from Montreal to BCN.
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The best time to fly from Montreal to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
July is the most popular month to catch a flight from Montreal to Barcelona-El Prat Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Barcelona, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
Before you book a flight from Montreal to BCN, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Barcelona, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 31ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC and 14ºC. Search for cheap flights from Montreal to Barcelona-El Prat Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Barcelona
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Barcelona right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Montreal to Barcelona-El Prat Airport:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Sagrada Familia, Park Guell and La Rambla de Canaletes are must-visits when exploring Barcelona.
Complete your Barcelona trip with a car rental
After you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Montreal to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, your next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Barcelona. Browse the offers and instantly compare options on pick-up convenience, price, and more.