Flying from Barcelona Airport (BCN) to Marseille Airport (MRS): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Barcelona Airport to Marseille Airport is 1 hour 15 minutes.
Barcelona and Marseille are in the same timezone, UTC+1.
Take your pick of three weekly Barcelona Airport to Marseille Airport flights. The 07:00 departure with Vueling is the earliest flight available. Volotea operates the last service of the day at 21:55.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your BCN to MRS flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Traveling to Marseille (and then discovering more of France!) is a snap with Volotea. This popular carrier has direct flights from Barcelona Airport to Marseille Airport.
The airline most travelers fly with on this route is Volotea.
With a dependable 87.76% of services arriving as scheduled, Vueling is the most punctual carrier offering BCN to MRS flights.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Barcelona Airport to Marseille Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between BCN and MRS include:
Palma - Majorca Airport
Milan Bergamo Airport
Valencia Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona Airport (BCN) to Marseille Airport (MRS)
Right now, $24 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Barcelona Airport to Marseille Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $52. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from BCN to MRS. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Barcelona Airport to Marseille Airport. If you need to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from BCN to MRS.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Barcelona Airport to Marseille Airport.
Handy information about Barcelona Airport (BCN)
Barcelona Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 80% of flights that take off from BCN land on time.
Central Barcelona to Barcelona Airport is approximately 13 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Have an early flight from Barcelona Airport to Marseille Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near BCN:
Arriving at Marseille Airport (MRS)
If you have a late Barcelona Airport to Marseille Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near MRS:
Go where the road takes you with a Marseille Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Rentscape, Goldcar or Free2move and discover more of Marseille and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Marseille Airport about one week ahead of your trip.
Getting from Marseille Airport (MRS) to central Marseille
Marseille Airport is roughly 27 kilometers from central Marseille. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
It typically takes 35 minutes when traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Marseille Airport (MRS)
June is the most popular month for flights from Barcelona Airport to Marseille Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Marseille in March.
When booking your flight from Barcelona Airport to Marseille Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Marseille, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from BCN to MRS in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 3ºC (37ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.
Explore more of France
Marseille has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of France you should also see. Around 274 kilometers north of Marseille, a visit to Lyon will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Fête Des Lumières, Lyon Old Town and Cite Internationale de la Gastronomie de Lyon.
Around 322 kilometers west of Marseille, Toulouse is another favorite stop in France. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Canal du Midi, Place du Capitole and Museum of natural History.