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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport from R5 402

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — BCN
Aug 30 — Sep 61
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Barcelona-El Prat are usually found in November or February, booked 20 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Barcelona-El Prat (BCN). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 25 August 2025.

Round-trip from

R11 693

One-way from

R5 402

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R15 073
28/10-4/11
  • 28/10-4/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 66h 20m total
  • Cape Town to Barcelona
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10/12
  • 10/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 26h 05m total
  • Cape Town to Barcelona
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (R33 415 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R5 845 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 25 August 2025.

Tue 28/1012:30CPT - BCN
2 stops29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/1119:45BCN - CPT
1 stop37h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/8R11 693
Fri 21/118:50CPT - BCN
1 stop15h 05mAir France
Fri 28/1112:15BCN - CPT
2 stops28h 05mAir France
Deal found 23/8R12 355
Tue 28/106:00CPT - BCN
2 stops18h 05mLufthansa
Tue 4/1113:50BCN - CPT
2 stops16h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 24/8R12 529
Tue 9/915:20CPT - BCN
2 stops23h 10mKLM
Tue 16/96:20BCN - CPT
2 stops27h 25mKLM
Deal found 22/8R12 547
Sat 25/1018:55CPT - BCN
1 stop17h 10mBritish Airways
Wed 29/1012:20BCN - CPT
1 stop22h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 23/8R12 651
Sun 28/129:00CPT - BCN
1 stop25h 05mSWISS
Thu 1/119:50BCN - CPT
1 stop34h 40mSWISS
Deal found 23/8R12 721
Sun 14/918:25CPT - BCN
2 stops22h 00mKLM
Sun 21/919:40BCN - CPT
2 stops38h 05mKLM
Deal found 24/8R12 860
Fri 21/118:50CPT - BCN
2 stops26h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 28/1120:20BCN - CPT
2 stops20h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/8R12 965
Tue 7/1015:25CPT - BCN
2 stops19h 25mEthiopian Air
Tue 14/1011:40BCN - CPT
2 stops26h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 23/8R13 819
Tue 7/1023:15CPT - BCN
1 stop19h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 14/106:10BCN - CPT
1 stop15h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/8R13 941

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 25 August 2025.
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Cape TownBarcelona

CPT - BCN

CPTBCN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 28/10

12:30-16:35

2 stops29h 05m

Barcelona-El Prat

Tue 4/11

19:45-10:00

1 stop37h 15m

R11 693

Cape TownBarcelona

CPT - BCN

CPTBCN

Cape Town Intl

Fri 13/2

9:25-9:05

1 stop24h 40m

Barcelona-El Prat

Tue 17/2

14:55-16:45

2 stops24h 50m

R11 849

Cape TownBarcelona

CPT - BCN

CPTBCN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 21/10

13:00-7:25

1 stop18h 25m

Barcelona-El Prat

Tue 28/10

22:15-17:25

1 stop18h 10m

R11 971

Cape TownBarcelona

CPT - BCN

CPTBCN

Cape Town Intl

Fri 21/11

8:50-22:55

1 stop15h 05m

Barcelona-El Prat

Fri 28/11

15:05-17:20

2 stops25h 15m

R12 268

Cape TownBarcelona

CPT - BCN

CPTBCN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 28/10

6:00-23:05

2 stops18h 05m

Barcelona-El Prat

Tue 4/11

13:50-7:40

2 stops16h 50m

R12 529

Cape TownBarcelona

CPT - BCN

CPTBCN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/9

15:20-14:30

2 stops23h 10m

Barcelona-El Prat

Tue 16/9

6:20-9:45

2 stops27h 25m

R12 547

Cape TownBarcelona

CPT - BCN

CPTBCN

Cape Town Intl

Fri 13/2

14:35-15:55

2 stops26h 20m

Barcelona-El Prat

Tue 17/2

11:40-13:45

2 stops25h 05m

R12 599

Cape TownBarcelona

CPT - BCN

CPTBCN

Cape Town Intl

Sat 25/10

18:55-12:05

1 stop17h 10m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 29/10

12:20-12:10

1 stop22h 50m

R12 651

Cape TownBarcelona

CPT - BCN

CPTBCN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 10/12

8:45-9:50

1 stop26h 05m

R5 402

Cape TownBarcelona

CPT - BCN

CPTBCN

Cape Town Intl

Thu 18/12

12:30-10:45

1 stop23h 15m

R5 855

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat. Price data was last updated on 22 August 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, you should look to book at least 20 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (average of R555). Flying from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of R808). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CPT to BCN?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 25 August 2025.

When flying from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 23% versus a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

Reviews of airlines servicing Barcelona-El Prat

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Barcelona-El Prat. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Barcelona-El Prat. Reviews last updated 25 August 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, KLM, andSWISS from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 318 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 318 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 318 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 388 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 318 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.
SWISS
7,6
Good
1 710 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 318 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 608 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 318 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
7 359 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 318 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.

Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Travel Guide

As a result of no direct flights from Cape Town to Barcelona, there are a few mandatory stopover options available along the journey, which subsequently affect the total flight duration. Johannesburg O.R Tambo International Airport, Doha Hamad Intl, and Madrid Barajas are the most common stopover airports. Travellers with only one stopover in Doha Hamad Intl can expect an average flight duration of 18h 50min, whereas a flight with two stopovers takes between 22h 35min to 48h 15min. In comparison, flights with two stops generally have cheaper airfares than those with only one, however, you do get cheap airfares with short-haul flights as well. A flight departing from Cape Town, stopping in O.R. Tambo International Airport, and Doha Hamad International Airport to Barcelona Intl is a classic example of this kind of flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports serve Barcelona from Cape Town flights?

    Flights to Barcelona Intl from Cape Town, depart from Cape Town International Airport (CPT), the second busiest airport in South Africa. To get to the airport from the city centre it takes about 20min by car, with a few efficient public transport options available, including ride-share apps. Arriving in Barcelona at Barcelona-El Prat (BCN), the second busiest airport in Spain and serving as the main international gateway, the airport is 12 km and approximately a 15min drive from the city centre. Airport taxis are available at the arrivals terminal, however, if you would like to explore Spain at your own convenience, car hire is available at affordable prices.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Cape Town to Barcelona?

    With no direct flights available from Cape Town to Barcelona Intl, travellers can expect one or two stops along the way to Spain. The most common stops along this route are Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport, Doha Hamad Intl, and Madrid Barajas (MAD) before arriving in Barcelona Intl. Qatar Airways is the dominant airline flying this route from Cape Town, with an occasional flight operated by Airlink on the South African domestic leg, and Air Europa servicing the last leg into Barcelona International Airport.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Cape Town to Barcelona?

    Barcelona is a city in Spain, and South Africans who plan to visit the country need to have a valid passport for at least three months from the date of departure, with blank pages available. South African travellers also need to obtain a Schengen Visa, as Spain is located in an area of Europe with free movement declared as the Schengen zone. To apply for the visa, travellers need to visit the Spain Visa Application Center with offices in Cape Town and Pretoria, with a 15 day waiting period.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat?

    Cape Town Intl (CPT), located 15,6 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat. 9 airlines have flights from Cape Town Intl to Barcelona-El Prat on a regular basis. Booking flights from Cape Town Intl to Barcelona-El Prat should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Barcelona-El Prat per day.

  • How long is the flight from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    There are many flights that can get you from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in 18h 25m. Fly via SWISS or Qatar Airways to get the fastest option. The distance between Cape Town and Barcelona-El Prat Airport is about 8533 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at R7 528, SWISS will fly you from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport and back. In addition to SWISS, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Lufthansa and KLM - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R9 128 and R9 986, respectively. Users have found that SWISS is 44% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    Flights departing from Cape Town and landing in Barcelona-El Prat Airport stopover in Dubai most frequently. Doha is the second most popular location for stopovers on flights from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Amsterdam comes in third as the most popular stopover location on Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Dubai?

    The majority of Dubai visitors spend their time at Gold Souq, Burj Khalifa, and Dubai Mall. Travellers on a stopover Dubai can visit Gold Souq, Burj Khalifa, and Dubai Mall, by traveling 6,8 km, 11,0 km, and 10,5 km, respectively after landing at Dubai Intl. Travellers in need of a car in Dubai can hire one for about R177 per day.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights?

    Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights have a stopover in Zurich least often. Frankfurt am Main sees the second fewest stopovers for non-direct flights flying from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (average of R555). Flying from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of R808). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 9 airlines flying from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 25 August 2025.
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SWISSCheapestR7 528AverageR11 166FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR9 128AverageR12 355FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapestR9 986AverageR13 775FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR11 065AverageR14 039FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR11 687AverageR13 692FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR11 885AverageR14 671FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 957AverageR15 274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR12 063AverageR13 475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR12 522AverageR14 609FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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