Montréal to Barcelona (YUL–BCN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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YUL–BCN is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Air Canada and Air Transat lead the route. The flight covers 3,674 miles in approximately 7h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AC Air Canada | 7 | 333 | 7h25 | Star Alliance | – | |
| TS Air Transat | 7 | A21N | 7h15 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Travel Essentials
YUL: EDT · BCN: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Montréal, it's 12:00 AM (next day) in Barcelona.
Canadian citizens enter Spain and the Schengen area visa-free for up to 90 days within any 180-day period. ETIAS travel authorization will be required once the EU system launches in late 2026. Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the planned departure from the Schengen zone. The 90-day limit is shared across all Schengen countries visited in the same period.
The 747 Express bus runs 24/7 from downtown Montréal (Berri-UQAM and Lionel-Groulx métro stations) to Trudeau in 45–60 minutes for CAD $11 with a OPUS card or $11 cash. STM métro does not reach the airport; the 747 Express bus handles the city-airport connection. Taxis from downtown are metered at roughly CAD $45–55.Uber and Lyft operate from designated pick-up zones at departures level. Driving via Highway 20 West is straightforward; the airport has structured parking directly attached to the terminal starting at CAD $5/30 min, with economy lots farther out.
Aerobus coaches depart T1 and T2 every 5 minutes to Plaça de Catalunya (35 min, €6.75). Running from 5:00am to 1:00am, they serve the widest range of city-centre destinations. RENFE R2 Nord commuter trains serve T2 only (T1 requires a free inter-terminal bus); trains to Sants take 19 minutes (€4.60).Taxis use a fixed rate: €39 to the city centre (all zones, flat rate). Ride-shares vary. Car rental desks are in T1 arrivals. T1 and T2 are separate buildings; confirm your terminal before booking transport.
Mediterranean climate. Summers are hot and sunny (28–32°C) with low humidity and rare disruptions. July and August are peak travel season with reliable flying weather. Winters are mild (8–15°C) with occasional rain, rarely cold enough for frost or snow.
Spring and fall bring the highest rainfall risk. October can see heavy downpours. Sea fog in early morning occasionally reduces visibility at the airport but clears quickly.
YUL–BCN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from YUL to BCN
Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) and Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) are connected by nonstop service from Air Canada and Air Transat. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
YUL to BCN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from YUL to BCN is about 7 hours 20 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 3,674 miles (5,912 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 21 return, totaling 35 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas, Málaga-Costa del Sol and Charles de Gaulle. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.