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).
The timezone in Barcelona is UTC+1, which is 6 hours ahead of Minneapolis. Barcelona-El Prat Airport is located in Barcelona.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from Minneapolis to BCN.
Popular months like July or vacation times such as Thanksgiving and Christmas will mean longer queues at check-in and security. Travelling then? Play it safe and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of an international flight is wise.
Airports in Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing flights from Minneapolis to BCN departing from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
From the centre of Minneapolis, MSP is approximately 21 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to get there.
Need a handy hotel close to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Minneapolis to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
About Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Reserve a hotel close to BCN if you're catching a late flight from Minneapolis to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
From Barcelona-El Prat Airport, Barcelona is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 24 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 33 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Minneapolis to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is C$363. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$876. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To get your hands on flight tickets from Minneapolis to BCN, book early. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
Take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool and compare the prices of tickets from Minneapolis to Barcelona-El Prat Airport across each month. We've highlighted the lowest fares in green, making it easy to find a flight that fits your budget.
Create a Price Alert and keep an eye on changes on this route through email or push notifications. We'll let you know when the fares drop. It's all about timing when scoring flight tickets from Minneapolis to BCN.
Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Minneapolis to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
The best time to fly from Minneapolis to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
July is the busiest month for flights from Minneapolis to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Barcelona in February when it's quieter.
Book your flight from Minneapolis to BCN for August if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Barcelona to range from 20ºC to 31ºC.
Travel in January for cooler conditions. Temperatures average between 5ºC and 14ºC. However, this destination delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Minneapolis to Barcelona-El Prat Airport.
More about Barcelona
After booking your flight from Minneapolis to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Barcelona:
One of the best ways to get to know Barcelona is to check out its top attractions. Essential stops include Sagrada Familia, Park Guell and La Rambla de Canaletes.
Complete your Barcelona trip with a car rental
Once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Minneapolis to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, the next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Barcelona. Browse the exclusive deals and instantly compare options on price, pick-up convenience, fuel policies, and more.