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Find the cheapest month to fly from Malaga to Barcelona

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Malaga to Barcelona flights are currently cheapest in May.

Direct flights from Malaga to Barcelona

Malaga to Barcelona: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Malaga to Barcelona below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Barcelona.

Málaga to Barcelona: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$67
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time1 hr, 37 mins
Most popular airlineIberia
Average flights per week132

Finding cheap flights from Malaga to Barcelona: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Malaga to Barcelona is $67. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 37 minutes is the average flight time from Malaga to Barcelona.
Iberia, Qatar Airways and Vueling Airlines fly direct from Malaga to Barcelona.
As of April 2025, there are 132 flights per week flying from Malaga to Barcelona.
The cheapest month to fly from Malaga to Barcelona is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Malaga Airport to Barcelona Airport on Wednesday, 14 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 37 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Barcelona but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Barcelona is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Barcelona.

Travelling from Malaga Airport (AGP) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Malaga Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is 1 hour 35 minutes.

  • Málaga and Barcelona follow the same timezone, UTC+1.

  • Take your pick of 340 weekly Malaga Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights. The 00:00 departure with Ryanair is the earliest flight you can take. Ryanair operates the latest service of the day at 23:45.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your AGP to BCN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.

  • Flying during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Ryanair is your gateway to discovering Barcelona (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Spain!). Browse the direct flights from Malaga Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport offered by this carrier.

  • The majority of passengers choose to travel with Ryanair on this route.

  • With a reliable 84.07% of services landing on schedule, Vueling is the most punctual carrier operating AGP to BCN flights.

  • We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Malaga Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between AGP and BCN include:

    • Ibiza Airport

    • Palma de Mallorca Airport

    • Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Malaga Airport (AGP) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)

  • At the moment, $27 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Malaga Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $67. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To score cheap tickets from AGP to BCN, reserve your journey five months before your departure.

  • Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Malaga Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.

  • Picking up cheap flights from AGP to BCN is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a new discounted fare appears.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Malaga Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport.

Handy information about Malaga Airport (AGP)

  • When it comes to Malaga Airport's on-time performance, data shows 72.02% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

  • Central Málaga to Malaga Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.

  • The journey on public transport will take about 50 minutes.

  • Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near AGP. Whether you have an early flight from Malaga Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:

Arriving at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)

Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona

  • Barcelona-El Prat Airport to the centre of Barcelona has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.

  • It takes roughly 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 Malaga Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Barcelona in January.

  • The warmest month in Barcelona is August, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your flights from Malaga Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.

  • Search for cheap tickets from AGP to BCN in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.

Explore more of Spain

  • Zaragoza is just one of the many cities in Spain waiting to be discovered once you've seen Barcelona. Around 257 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.

  • If you're ready to explore another major 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 highlights.

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