Flying from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): what you need to know
Barcelona is seven hours behind Manila and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your MNL to BCN flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like April? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Stopovers between MNL and BCN include:
Hamad International Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight is C$424. A return ticket right now is C$874. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MNL to BCN if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across each month and score a great deal.
Landing cheap flights from MNL to BCN is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal.
Discover the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Ninoy Aquino International Airport, 70.07% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Manila to Ninoy Aquino International Airport is around 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip on public transport usually takes 1 hour 15 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to MNL:
Arriving at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BCN instead:
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 main sights.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Barcelona-El Prat Airport around four weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
Barcelona-El Prat Airport to central Barcelona has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
It typically takes 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
July is the most popular month for flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Barcelona in January.
Book your flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport for August if you'd like to explore Barcelona during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from MNL to BCN in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
Explore more of Spain
You've done Barcelona, now it's time to explore other parts of Spain. Travel about 257 kilometres west to Zaragoza to tick off its leading attractions. From Puente de Piedra to Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in Spain, consider Logroño, about 402 kilometres west of Barcelona. Concatedral de Santa Maria de la Redonda, Museo de la Rioja and Iglesia de Santiago el Real are key highlights.