Flying from McAllen International Airport (MFE) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): what you need to know
The timezone in Barcelona is UTC+1, which is six hours ahead of Mcallen.
Give yourself enough time to catch your MFE to BCN flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Enjoy a quick visit to another city or simply break up your journey with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from McAllen International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Many travellers pass through Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from McAllen International Airport (MFE) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Right now, ر.ق. 2,982 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way McAllen International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ر.ق. 1,758. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from MFE to BCN, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flights from McAllen International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across each month and land a great deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from MFE to BCN by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from McAllen International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about McAllen International Airport (MFE)
MFE's address is 2500 S Bicentenial Blvd.
McAllen International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 83.42% of flights that take off from MFE arrive at their destination without delay.
Central Mcallen to McAllen International Airport is around 3 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The trip on public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
Taking an early flight from McAllen International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to MFE:
Arriving at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
If you're landing on a late McAllen International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near BCN:
Follow your own route with a Barcelona-El Prat Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Nizacars Rent A Car and discover more of Barcelona and beyond.
Booking your ride from Barcelona-El Prat Airport around four weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
Barcelona-El Prat Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from the centre of Barcelona. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
It'll take around 35 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from McAllen International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Barcelona. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in January.
When reserving your flight from McAllen International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Barcelona, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 31ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from MFE to BCN in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC and 14ºC on average.
Explore more of Spain
You've done Barcelona, now it's time to explore other corners of Spain. Travel around 257 kilometres west to Zaragoza to check off its leading sights. From Puente de Piedra to Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 402 kilometres west of Barcelona, Logroño is another favourite stop in Spain. Experience major highlights starting with Concatedral de Santa Maria de la Redonda, Museo de la Rioja and Iglesia de Santiago el Real.
