Planning hackCheck entry rules twice
Visa and entry rules change often – check the official government site when you book and again a week before you fly.
✈️ Cheap flights from Dubai to Barcelona
Compare Dubai – Barcelona fares from hundreds of airlines and travel sites. The trip is about 5,175 km and takes around 6 h 55 min nonstop.
📏 Distance5,175 km (3,215 miles)
⏱️ Flight timeabout 6 h 55 min nonstop
🕒 Time differenceBarcelona is 2 hours behind Dubai
🛫 AirportsDXB → BCN
💸 Cheapest monthFeb 2027 – from $320
📅 Cheapest months to fly Dubai → Barcelona
- $367Oct 26
- $395Nov 26
- $430Dec 26
- $432Jan 27
- $320Feb 27
- $488Mar 27
- $464Apr 27
- $510May 27
- $517Jul 27
- $492Aug 27
Lowest fares our Fare agent saw for each month. Prices change daily.
🌞 Best time to visit Spain
Best: April to June and September to October – warm, sunny days ideal for sightseeing, with fewer crowds than midsummer.
Shoulder season: March and November – cooler and quieter, great for cities and good value, with the Canaries still mild.
Weather by month in Madrid
- 10°Jan⛅
- 12°Feb⛅
- 16°Mar⛅
- 18°Apr⛅
- 22°May⛅
- 29°Jun☀️
- 32°Jul☀️
- 31°Aug☀️
- 26°Sep⛅
- 19°Oct⛅
- 13°Nov⛅
- 10°Dec⛅
Average daytime highs (°C) and how rainy each month is.
📍 Things to do when you land
- Explore the Alhambra – Wander through Granada's breathtaking palace of carved stucco, tiled courtyards and fountain-filled gardens.
- Marvel at the Sagrada Família – Stand beneath the forest-like columns and glowing stained glass of Gaudí's extraordinary basilica in Barcelona.
- Go on a tapas crawl – Hop between bustling bars in Seville, San Sebastián or Madrid, sampling small plates late into the night.
- Watch flamenco – Feel the passion of a live flamenco performance in an intimate venue in Seville or Granada.
💡 Tips for a cheaper ticket
Flights hackSearch one-way tickets on two airlines
Two one-way fares on different airlines are often cheaper than one return – and give you more freedom to change plans.
Flights hackCheck nearby airports
Flying into a secondary airport an hour away can cut the fare by a third; add the bus or train cost before you book.
Dubai to Barcelona flights: questions
How long is the flight from Dubai to Barcelona?
A nonstop flight from Dubai to Barcelona takes about 6 h 55 min for the 5,175 km (3,215 miles) trip. Flights with a connection take longer – usually 2 to 5 hours more.
How far is Barcelona from Dubai?
Barcelona is about 5,175 km (3,215 miles) from Dubai as the plane flies.
What is the time difference between Dubai and Barcelona?
Right now Barcelona is 2 hours behind Dubai. Daylight saving changes can shift this by an hour during the year.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Barcelona?
Recently the lowest fares were in Feb 2027, from about $320. Prices change daily.
Which airports serve Dubai and Barcelona?
From Dubai: Dubai Intl (DXB). In Barcelona: Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat (BCN).
Do I need a visa for Spain?
It depends on your passport – see our Spain visa & entry guide.
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