Barcelona
Spain • Europe
BCN — Barcelona Airport
6 airlines flying in September 2026
Quick Facts
Flight Distance
778 km
Flight Time
1h 28m
Population
1,620,000
Currency
EUR ✓
Language
Spanish
Climate
Mediterranean
Best Time
Apr-Jun, Sep-Oct
EU Member
Yes
About Barcelona
Barcelona is a city on the northeastern coast of Spain. It is the capital and largest city of the autonomous community of Catalonia, as well as the second-most populous municipality of Spain. With a population of 1.7 million within city limits, its urban area extends to numerous neighbouring municipalities within the province of Barcelona and is home to around 5.7 million people, making it the fifth most populous urban area of the European Union after Paris, the Ruhr area, Madrid and Milan. It is one of the largest metropolises on the Mediterranean Sea, located on the coast between the mouths of the rivers Llobregat and Besòs, bounded to the west by the Serra de Collserola mountain range.
Why Visit Barcelona?
- Historic old town with stunning architecture
- World-class museums and galleries
- Vibrant café culture and local cuisine
- Excellent public transportation
- Rich cultural heritage and history
Know Before You Go
Currency
EUR (same as Spain)
Language
Spanish
Visa
Not required for EU citizens
Time Zone
Europe/Madrid
EU Member
Yes (no roaming charges)
✅ Good news! EU citizens don't need a visa to visit Spain.
All Airlines on This Route
Complete list of airlines operating Marbella to Barcelona throughout the year.