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Cheapest return flight
£81
Typical prices: £67-£156
Ryanair
Fri 23/11Mon 26/11
EMA - BCN • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£56
Typical prices: £28-£79
Multiple Airlines
Tue 11/12
EMA - BCN • 1 stop
Direct flights
There are currently no direct flights between Nottingham and Barcelona-El Prat Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 11 weeks in advance save around 39% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 22% price drop
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg £137 (return)
Shortest trip • 7h 07m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Nottingham to Barcelona-El Prat (EMA-BCN)

 
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from Nottingham to Barcelona-El Prat

Mon, 23 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov
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17:40 - 00:50EMA  Nottingham East Midlands-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
6h 10m1 stop Malaga
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06:20 - 17:15BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-EMA Nottingham East Midlands
11h 55m1 stop Alicante
£81Multiple Airlines
Sun, 6 Dec - Fri, 11 Dec
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17:25 - 09:10EMA  Nottingham East Midlands-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
14h 45m1 stop Malaga
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22:15 - 08:25BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-EMA Nottingham East Midlands
11h 10m1 stop Dublin
£84Ryanair
Mon, 23 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov
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17:40 - 00:50EMA  Nottingham East Midlands-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
6h 10m1 stop Malaga
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13:05 - 00:10BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-EMA Nottingham East Midlands
12h 05m1 stop Malaga
£87Multiple Airlines
Mon, 23 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov
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17:40 - 00:50EMA  Nottingham East Midlands-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
6h 10m1 stop Malaga
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06:10 - 19:50BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-EMA Nottingham East Midlands
14h 40m1 stop Alicante
£93Multiple Airlines
Wed, 9 Dec - Sun, 13 Dec
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20:15 - 11:55EMA  Nottingham East Midlands-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
14h 40m1 stop Alicante
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09:00 - 23:55BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-EMA Nottingham East Midlands
15h 55m1 stop Malaga
£94Multiple Airlines
Mon, 23 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov
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17:40 - 12:45EMA  Nottingham East Midlands-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
18h 05m2 stops Malaga Bilbao
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09:00 - 00:10BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-EMA Nottingham East Midlands
16h 10m1 stop Malaga
£96Multiple Airlines
Wed, 9 Dec - Sun, 13 Dec
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20:15 - 17:10EMA  Nottingham East Midlands-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
19h 55m2 stops Alicante Venice Marco Polo
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09:00 - 23:55BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-EMA Nottingham East Midlands
15h 55m1 stop Malaga
£102Multiple Airlines
Thu, 17 Dec - Sun, 20 Dec
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17:40 - 08:05EMA  Nottingham East Midlands-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
13h 25m1 stop Alicante
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06:10 - 12:00BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-EMA Nottingham East Midlands
6h 50m1 stop Alicante
£104Multiple Airlines
Wed, 9 Dec - Sat, 12 Dec
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20:15 - 09:20EMA  Nottingham East Midlands-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
12h 05m1 stop Alicante
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07:00 - 18:10BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-EMA Nottingham East Midlands
12h 10m1 stop Alicante
£105Multiple Airlines
Fri, 20 Nov - Fri, 27 Nov
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16:50 - 10:10EMA  Nottingham East Midlands-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
16h 20m1 stop Dublin
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22:15 - 08:25BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-EMA Nottingham East Midlands
11h 10m1 stop Dublin
£116Ryanair
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Nottingham to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Nottingham to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. It’s 22% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 29% higher.

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

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Nottingham to Barcelona-El Prat Airport at £82 return.
•January (£203) and February (£152) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 147% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Nottingham to Barcelona-El Prat Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Nottingham to Barcelona-El Prat Airport are cheapest 11 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 39% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Nottingham to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

£56
Beat the crowds with an average 95% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 90% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Nottingham to Barcelona-El Prat Airport

When to book flights from Nottingham to Barcelona-El Prat

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Nottingham 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 Nottingham to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 05:55 and lands at 08:10
    • Latest: departs at 21:50 and lands at 00:05.

    The flight takes about 2h 15m.

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

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Nottingham to Barcelona-El Prat Airport.

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

    A direct flight from Nottingham to Barcelona-El Prat Airport takes 2h 15m, covering 812 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Nottingham 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 Nottingham to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight?

    Return flights from Nottingham to Barcelona-El Prat Airport range from £67 to £156, with an average of £106 over the past 12 months. Anything below £67 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 23% above the £106 route average. Book 11 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, direct flights are cheaper than stopover options on average. Direct fares average £103 return, compared with £137 via a stopover through Palma de Mallorca Son Sant Joan (PMI).

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

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £25–£75 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 Nottingham to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Ryanair and Jet2. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 8 variants.

  • Have flight prices from Nottingham to Barcelona-El Prat Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £81 to £573. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Nottingham to Barcelona-El Prat Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £63, which is 61% above 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 £1 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Record go
    • NIZACARS
    • Goldcar Rental SP
    • CLICK RENT
    • DRIVALIA

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

    Flights from Nottingham to Barcelona-El Prat Airport usually depart from Nottingham East Midlands (EMA) and arrive at Barcelona-El Prat (BCN).

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

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

    • Dublin (DUB) – 40% of one-stop connections
    • Palma de Mallorca Son Sant Joan (PMI) – 40% of one-stop connections
    • Alicante (ALC) – 20% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 40% on flights from Nottingham to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at £82 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at £136, a difference of £54.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Nottingham to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    Only Ryanair operates flights between Nottingham and Barcelona-El Prat Airport.

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

    Flying via Palma de Mallorca Son Sant Joan (PMI) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 5h 57m, compared to 7h 07m via Dublin (DUB) and 7h 24m via Alicante (ALC).

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

    Barcelona-El Prat Airport is 1 hour ahead of Nottingham (Central European Time vs British 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, Placa de Catalunya, and Sagrada Familia. These are among the most viewed places in Barcelona-El Prat Airport on KAYAK.

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

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

    • Ryanair: 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 Nottingham to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights?

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

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

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

Your guide to booking Nottingham 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 and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average £82, about £54 less than Friday fares (40% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 11 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 39% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Nottingham to Barcelona-El Prat Airport trip for April. Fares historically average £82 return in that month – typically £121 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).

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