Travelling from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): what you need to know
The timezone in Barcelona is UTC+1, which is six hours ahead of Medellin.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to board your MDE to BCN flight.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between MDE and BCN:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
El Dorado International Airport
Miami International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight is R 7,846. A round-trip fare is currently R 14,925. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from MDE to BCN, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across the month and land a great deal.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from MDE to BCN by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport.
Handy information about Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Of all flights departing from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport, 69.76% arrive on time at their destination.
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport is around 24 kilometres from central Medellin. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Searching for a handy hotel close to MDE? If you've booked an early flight from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Consider booking a hotel near BCN if you have a late Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Barcelona-El Prat Airport rental car and explore Barcelona and beyond with your own set of wheels. Record Go, Goldcar and Nizacars Rent A Car are leading providers you can book with here.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Barcelona-El Prat Airport around four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
From Barcelona-El Prat Airport, Barcelona is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
July is the busiest month for flights from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Barcelona in January.
The warmest month in Barcelona is August, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your flights from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MDE to BCN around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Spain
You've done Barcelona, now it's time to discover other corners of Spain. Journey around 257 kilometres west to Zaragoza to tick off its top attractions. From Puente de Piedra to Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo, your itinerary will be busy.
Logroño is another must-experience destination in Spain and is around 402 kilometres west of Barcelona. No journey is complete without dropping by Concatedral de Santa Maria de la Redonda, Museo de la Rioja and Iglesia de Santiago el Real.
