Cheap flights from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport from R6 666

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 26/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — BCN
Jan 6 — Jan 131
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Barcelona-El Prat are usually found in March or February, booked 52 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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Best flights from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 7 December 2025.

Tue 5/513:50CPT - BCN
2 stops21h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 20/516:50BCN - CPT
2 stops20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12R11 793
Tue 5/516:40CPT - BCN
1 stop24h 30mTurkish Airlines
Wed 20/518:35BCN - CPT
1 stop17h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/12R12 199
Mon 19/120:10CPT - BCN
1 stop13h 55mSWISS
Mon 26/119:50BCN - CPT
2 stops17h 45mSWISS
Deal found 5/12R13 028
Tue 5/518:50CPT - BCN
1 stop18h 25mBritish Airways
Wed 20/514:55BCN - CPT
2 stops21h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/12R13 028
Tue 17/315:25CPT - BCN
2 stops20h 25mEthiopian Air
Thu 19/316:50BCN - CPT
2 stops19h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/12R14 788
Tue 17/312:35CPT - BCN
1 stop19h 30mQatar Airways
Thu 19/322:15BCN - CPT
1 stop18h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/12R16 869
Mon 19/114:25CPT - BCN
3 stops24h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 26/114:55BCN - CPT
2 stops22h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/12R16 751

Find 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 7 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R11 793

One-way from

R6 666

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R13 857
5/5-20/5
  • 5/5-20/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 41h 10m total
  • Cape Town to Barcelona
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 26/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 05m total
  • Cape Town to Barcelona
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (R29 925 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R5 539 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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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 7 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport that are best for you.

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Cape Town

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Barcelona-El Prat

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Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownBarcelona

CPT - BCN

CPTBCN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 5/5

13:50-10:50

2 stops21h 00m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 20/5

16:50-13:00

2 stops20h 10m

R11 793

Cape TownBarcelona

CPT - BCN

CPTBCN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 5/5

16:40-17:10

1 stop24h 30m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 20/5

18:35-11:50

1 stop17h 15m

R12 199

Cape TownBarcelona

CPT - BCN

CPTBCN

Cape Town Intl

Mon 19/1

20:10-9:05

1 stop13h 55m

Barcelona-El Prat

Mon 26/1

19:50-14:35

2 stops17h 45m

R13 028

Cape TownBarcelona

CPT - BCN

CPTBCN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 5/5

18:50-13:15

1 stop18h 25m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 20/5

14:55-12:40

2 stops21h 45m

R13 028

Cape TownBarcelona

CPT - BCN

CPTBCN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/3

15:25-10:50

2 stops20h 25m

Barcelona-El Prat

Thu 19/3

16:50-13:45

2 stops19h 55m

R14 788

Cape TownBarcelona

CPT - BCN

CPTBCN

Cape Town Intl

Mon 19/1

14:25-14:15

3 stops24h 50m

Barcelona-El Prat

Mon 26/1

14:55-14:35

2 stops22h 40m

R16 751

Cape TownBarcelona

CPT - BCN

CPTBCN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/3

12:35-7:05

1 stop19h 30m

Barcelona-El Prat

Thu 19/3

22:15-17:25

1 stop18h 10m

R16 869

Cape TownBarcelona

CPT - BCN

CPTBCN

Cape Town Intl

Sun 26/4

16:40-10:45

1 stop18h 05m

R6 666

Cape TownBarcelona

CPT - BCN

CPTBCN

Cape Town Intl

Sun 26/4

19:50-8:40

3 stops36h 50m

R8 257

Cape TownBarcelona

CPT - BCN

CPTBCN

Cape Town Intl

Fri 16/1

12:35-13:25

1 stop25h 50m

R8 765

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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 5 December 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 52 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (average of R7 546). Flying from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of R11 235). 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 7 December 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 22% 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.

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 7 December 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, KLM, andQatar Airways 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.

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

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 13h 55m. Fly via Turkish Airlines or SWISS 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 621, 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 R8 610 and R9 768, respectively. Users have found that SWISS is 43% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Qatar Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R5 978. Turkish Airlines flights start at R6 088 while deals on SWISS start at R7 173 one-way.

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

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

    The majority of Dubai visitors spend their time at Dubai Mall, LEGOLAND Dubai, and Gold Souq. Travellers on a stopover Dubai can visit Dubai Mall, LEGOLAND Dubai, and Gold Souq, by traveling 10,5 km, 51,6 km, and 6,8 km, respectively after landing at Dubai Intl. Travellers in need of a car in Dubai can hire one for about R415 per day.

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

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (average of R7 546). Flying from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of R11 235). 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 7 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapestR7 711AverageR11 527FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 587AverageR11 576FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapestR9 754AverageR13 154FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR10 744AverageR13 267FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR11 347AverageR13 197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR11 594AverageR14 358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 612AverageR14 613FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 633AverageR13 064FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR12 159AverageR13 738FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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