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Cheapest return flight
AED 1,160
Typical prices: AED 1,455-AED 2,894
Royal Air Maroc
Tue 13/11Tue 20/11
DXB - BCN • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
AED 3,077
Typical prices: AED 3,429-AED 4,025
Emirates
Thu 15/3Thu 29/3
DXB - BCN • Direct
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You can fly direct with Emirates. Average duration is 7h 29m
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Most punctual • 87% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 42% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 25% price drop
Most popular
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Cheapest • Avg AED 1,356 (return)
Shortest trip • 9h 37m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Dubai to Barcelona (DXB-BCN)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Dubai to Barcelona-El Prat

Fri, 13 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov
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15:15 - 18:10DXB  Dubai Intl-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
29h 55m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V
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06:35 - 03:15BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-DXB Dubai Intl
17h 40m2 stops Bergamo Orio Al Serio Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
AED 1,160Multiple Airlines
Fri, 13 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov
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15:15 - 11:45DXB  Dubai Intl-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
23h 30m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V
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22:25 - 03:15BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-DXB Dubai Intl
25h 50m3 stops Palma de Mallorca Son Sant Joan Basel EuroAirport Swiss Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
AED 1,219Multiple Airlines
Tue, 10 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
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03:25 - 11:45DXB  Dubai Intl-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
11h 20m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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12:45 - 02:15BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-DXB Dubai Intl
10h 30m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
AED 1,392Pegasus Airlines
Tue, 10 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
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03:25 - 14:45DXB  Dubai Intl-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
14h 20m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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12:45 - 02:15BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-DXB Dubai Intl
10h 30m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
AED 1,403Pegasus Airlines
Wed, 4 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov
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01:50 - 09:05DXB  Dubai Intl-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
10h 15m1 stop Zurich
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06:20 - 22:25BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-DXB Dubai Intl
13h 05m1 stop Zurich
AED 1,619SWISS
Sat, 21 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov
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09:20 - 23:05DXB  Dubai Intl-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
16h 45m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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15:20 - 07:30BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-DXB Dubai Intl
13h 10m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
AED 1,638Lufthansa
Thu, 12 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov
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01:30 - 09:10DXB  Dubai Intl-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
10h 40m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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07:30 - 07:30BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-DXB Dubai Intl
21h 00m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
AED 1,678Lufthansa
Mon, 9 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov
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01:50 - 09:05DXB  Dubai Intl-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
10h 15m1 stop Zurich
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06:20 - 22:25BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-DXB Dubai Intl
13h 05m1 stop Zurich
AED 1,715SWISS
Sun, 15 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov
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06:45 - 14:35DXB  Dubai Intl-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
10h 50m1 stop Amman Queen Alia Intl
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15:35 - 04:15BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-DXB Dubai Intl
9h 40m1 stop Amman Queen Alia Intl
AED 1,862Royal Jordanian
Wed, 16 Dec - Sun, 27 Dec
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13:45 - 14:35DXB  Dubai Intl-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
27h 50m1 stop Amman Queen Alia Intl
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15:35 - 04:15BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-DXB Dubai Intl
9h 40m1 stop Amman Queen Alia Intl
AED 2,251Royal Jordanian
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Dubai to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Dubai to Barcelona-El Prat Airport with more confidence.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dubai to Barcelona-El Prat Airport and is 12% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 29% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Barcelona-El Prat Airport at AED 1,439 return.
•April (AED 3,129) and May (AED 2,670) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 117% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from Dubai to Barcelona-El Prat Airport are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 42% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Dubai to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

AED 551
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 38% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (28% more expensive on average)
Flights from Dubai to Barcelona-El Prat Airport

When to book flights from Dubai to Barcelona-El Prat

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Dubai to Barcelona-El Prat based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Dubai to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight questions, answered

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

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 03:15 and lands at 10:44
    • Latest: departs at 14:05 and lands at 21:34.

    The flight takes about 7h 29m.

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

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Dubai to Barcelona-El Prat Airport:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

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

    A direct flight from Dubai to Barcelona-El Prat Airport takes 7h 29m, covering 8,323 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Dubai 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 much should I expect to pay for a Dubai to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight?

    Return flights from Dubai to Barcelona-El Prat Airport range from AED 1,455 to AED 2,894, with an average of AED 1,930 over the past 12 months. Anything below AED 1,455 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 29% above the route average of AED 1,930. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Dubai to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average AED 1,356 return via Kuwait City (KWI), compared with AED 3,701 for direct.

  • How does Emirates's on-time performance compare to other airlines on Dubai to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights?

    Emirates is the only airline operating Dubai to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights. 87% of its flights are on time.

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

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge AED 150–AED 150 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 Dubai to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    The Boeing 777-200LR family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Emirates. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 777-300ER variants.

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

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Dubai to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights, with 34% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, Night flights for 33%, and Evening flights for 0%.

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

    One-way fares from Dubai to Barcelona-El Prat Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about AED 1,006, which is 31% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)?

    Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around AED 6 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Record go
    • NIZACARS
    • Goldcar Rental SP
    • CLICK RENT
    • Ok Mobility

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

    Flights from Dubai to Barcelona-El Prat Airport usually depart from Dubai Intl (DXB) and arrive at Barcelona-El Prat (BCN).

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

    Afternoon 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.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Dubai 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 Dubai to Barcelona-El Prat Airport route, 13% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1 hour 49 minutes.

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

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

    • Kuwait City (KWI) – 30% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 22% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) – 15% of one-stop connections
    • Zurich (ZRH) – 9% of one-stop connections

    Kuwait City (KWI) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 32% on the Dubai to Barcelona-El Prat Airport route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at AED 1,715 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at AED 2,497, a difference of AED 782. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines are available on the route from Dubai to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    Only Emirates operates flights between Dubai and Barcelona-El Prat Airport.

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

    Flying via Cairo (CAI) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 9h 37m, compared to 9h 54m via Zurich (ZRH) and 10h 30m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

  • What is the time difference between Dubai and Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    Barcelona-El Prat Airport is 2 hours behind Dubai (Central European Time vs Gulf Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • 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, Passeig de Gracia, and Placa de Catalunya. These are among the most viewed places in Barcelona-El Prat Airport on KAYAK.

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

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

    • Emirates: offers free seat selection

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

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

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

    • Emirates: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

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

Your guide to booking Dubai 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 are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average AED 1,715 – about AED 782 less than Sunday (31% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 42% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Dubai to Barcelona-El Prat Airport trip for November. Fares historically average AED 1,439 return in that month – typically AED 1,689 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Kuwait City Airport (KWI) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages AED 1,356 return on this route – about AED 2,345 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

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Barcelona-El Prat to Dubai Intl

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