Journey information
Overview: Alcalá de Henares to Barcelona flight
Flights from Alcalá de Henares to Barcelona depart on average 25 times per day, taking around 1h 19m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £42 but you can travel from only £18 by train.
There are 9 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 06:05, the last at 22:55. The fastest flight covers the 474 km distance in 1h 15m. November is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 474 km |
Average flight duration 1h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £42 |
Flights per day 25 |
Direct flights 9 |
Fastest flight 1h 15m |
Cheapest month to travel November |
First flight 06:05 |
Last flight 22:55 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from Alcalá de Henares to Barcelona
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£146
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 16 m
Flights per day
39
Distance
474 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Alcalá de Henares to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alcalá de Henares to Barcelona will cost around £146 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £23.
Of the 39 flights that leave Alcalá de Henares for Barcelona every day 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 474 km distance in an average of 1 h 16 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
The slowest flights will take 1 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare train, coach and flight for Alcalá de Henares to Barcelona
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Alcalá de Henares to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £18, and a flight costs an average of £42.
Distance: 474 km
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| Flight | Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£108 Average Price | £57 Average Price Cheapest | £72 Average Price |
4h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 36m Average total duration 7h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
1.4 - 2.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Alcalá de Henares to Barcelona flight times
The table below shows live departures for Alcalá de Henares to Barcelona flights for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
UX6013 · UX6072 | 09:15 Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h40 | 16:55 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
UX6013 · UX6060 | 09:15 Madrid Barajas Airport | 4h05 | 13:20 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
IB411 | 10:25 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1h15 | 11:40 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
UX6021 · UX6072 | 10:45 Madrid Barajas Airport | 6h10 | 16:55 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
AT973 · AT960 | 12:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h10 | 17:10 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
IB413 | 12:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1h20 | 13:20 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
UX6067 · UX6102 | 13:35 Madrid Barajas Airport | 6h35 | 20:10 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
UX6067 · UX6072 | 13:35 Madrid Barajas Airport | 3h20 | 16:55 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
UX7995 | 13:45 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1h15 | 15:00 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
UX7703 | 14:10 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1h25 | 15:35 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
UX6051 · UX6060 | 14:30 Madrid Barajas Airport | 22h50 | 13:20 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
UX6051 · UX6102 | 14:30 Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h40 | 20:10 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
UX6051 · UX6006 | 14:30 Madrid Barajas Airport | 16h25 | 06:55 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
UX6051 · UX6156 | 14:30 Madrid Barajas Airport | 19h35 | 10:05 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
IB417 | 14:50 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1h20 | 16:10 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
UX6079 · UX6006 | 16:05 Madrid Barajas Airport | 14h50 | 06:55 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
UX6079 · UX6060 | 16:05 Madrid Barajas Airport | 21h15 | 13:20 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
UX6079 · UX6072 | 16:05 Madrid Barajas Airport | 24h50 | 16:55 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
UX6079 · UX6102 | 16:05 Madrid Barajas Airport | 4h05 | 20:10 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
UX6079 · UX6156 | 16:05 Madrid Barajas Airport | 18h00 | 10:05 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
UX6097 · UX6060 | 18:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 19h20 | 13:20 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
UX6097 · UX6102 | 18:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 26h10 | 20:10 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
UX6097 · UX6006 | 18:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 12h55 | 06:55 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
UX6097 · UX6156 | 18:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 16h05 | 10:05 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
UX6097 · UX6072 | 18:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 22h55 | 16:55 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
AT971 · AT960 | 18:05 Madrid Barajas Airport | 23h05 | 17:10 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
AT971 · AT964 | 18:05 Madrid Barajas Airport | 16h40 | 10:45 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
IB423 | 18:10 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1h15 | 19:25 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
IB425 | 19:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1h20 | 20:20 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
UX6049 · UX6072 | 20:45 Madrid Barajas Airport | 20h10 | 16:55 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
UX6049 · UX6156 | 20:45 Madrid Barajas Airport | 13h20 | 10:05 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
UX6049 · UX6060 | 20:45 Madrid Barajas Airport | 16h35 | 13:20 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
UX6049 · UX6102 | 20:45 Madrid Barajas Airport | 23h25 | 20:10 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
UX6049 · UX6006 | 20:45 Madrid Barajas Airport | 10h10 | 06:55 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
| Sunday 21 December | |||||
IB403 | 06:05 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1h20 | 07:25 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
UX7701 | 06:30 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1h25 | 07:55 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
UX6031 · UX6072 | 07:20 Madrid Barajas Airport | 9h35 | 16:55 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
UX6031 · UX6102 | 07:20 Madrid Barajas Airport | 12h50 | 20:10 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
UX6031 · UX6156 | 07:20 Madrid Barajas Airport | 2h45 | 10:05 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
UX6031 · UX6006 | 07:20 Madrid Barajas Airport | 23h35 | 06:55 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
UX6031 · UX6060 | 07:20 Madrid Barajas Airport | 6h00 | 13:20 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
IB407 | 07:25 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1h20 | 08:45 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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FAQs: Alcalá de Henares to Barcelona flights
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alcalá de Henares to Barcelona by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Barcelona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Alcalá de Henares and Barcelona
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for an unlimited time.
- Shops are available in both terminals, including duty-free and brands like Zara and Desigual.
- Parking available with several options including long-term and short-term parking, approximately 3€ per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
- Yes
- Lounges available, including the Sala VIP Pau Casals in Terminal 1.
- Located in both terminals, with offices located near the baggage claim areas.
- Buses: Aerobús A1, Aerobús A2, 46, N17
- Metro: L9 Sud
- Train: R2 Nord
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