Flying from Mangalore Airport (IXE) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): what you need to know
The timezone in Barcelona is UTC+1, which is four hours 30 minutes behind Mangalore.
Your IXE to BCN flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Choose a stopover if you'd like to break up your flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see all your options for tickets from Mangalore Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Dubai Airport is a popular stopover on the IXE to BCN route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mangalore Airport (IXE) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Currently, £289 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Mangalore Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £640. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from IXE to BCN. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Mangalore Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from IXE to BCN.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Mangalore Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport.
Handy information about Mangalore Airport (IXE)
When it comes to Mangalore Airport's on-time performance, 60.6% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Mangalore to Mangalore Airport is around 4 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Searching for a handy hotel close to IXE? If you've booked an early flight from Mangalore Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
If you're getting in on a late Mangalore Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these hotels near BCN:
Hit the road running by picking up a Barcelona-El Prat Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Nizacars Rent A Car and explore beyond Barcelona's main sights.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Barcelona-El Prat Airport about four weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
Barcelona-El Prat Airport to the centre of Barcelona has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 11 miles away.
It takes around 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
July is the busiest month for flights from Mangalore Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Barcelona in January.
The warmest month in Barcelona is August, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your flights from Mangalore Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Search for cheap tickets from IXE to BCN sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Spain
Zaragoza is just one of the many places in Spain waiting to be explored once you've seen Barcelona. Around 160 miles away to the west, its best attractions include Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
Around 250 miles west of Barcelona, Logroño is another essential stop in Spain. Start your sightseeing at Concatedral de Santa Maria de la Redonda, Museo de la Rioja and Iglesia de Santiago el Real.