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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport from R10 139

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 18/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — BCN
Feb 16 — Feb 231
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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 17 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R10 860

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R12 006
KLM
  • KLM
  • 29/3-5/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 57h 05m total
  • Cape Town to Barcelona
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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 17 January 2026.

Sun 18/19:25
CPT
-
BCN
1 stop24h 40m
SWISS
Wed 21/119:50
BCN
-
CPT
1 stop34h 40m
SWISS
Deal found 15/1R10 139
Sun 8/29:25
CPT
-
BCN
1 stop14h 35m
SWISS
Sun 15/214:55
BCN
-
CPT
1 stop18h 55m
SWISS
Deal found 17/1R10 172
Sun 29/37:55
CPT
-
BCN
1 stop25h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/413:25
BCN
-
CPT
1 stop32h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1R10 860
Wed 18/39:25
CPT
-
BCN
1 stop14h 35m
SWISS
Sat 21/39:55
BCN
-
CPT
1 stop20h 35m
SWISS
Deal found 16/1R10 892
Sun 25/19:25
CPT
-
BCN
1 stop24h 40m
SWISS
Sun 1/219:50
BCN
-
CPT
2 stops17h 45m
SWISS
Deal found 15/1R11 089
Sun 29/37:55
CPT
-
BCN
1 stop25h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 11/413:25
BCN
-
CPT
1 stop32h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/1R11 122
Sun 18/17:55
CPT
-
BCN
1 stop25h 55m
Air France
Thu 22/120:20
BCN
-
CPT
1 stop32h 30m
Air France
Deal found 15/1R11 171
Sun 25/16:05
CPT
-
BCN
2 stops18h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 1/219:50
BCN
-
CPT
2 stops17h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/1R11 286

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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 17 January 2026.
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 TownBarcelona

CPT - BCN

CPTBCN

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/2

9:25-23:00

1 stop14h 35m

Barcelona-El Prat

Sun 15/2

14:55-10:50

1 stop18h 55m

R10 172

Cape TownBarcelona

CPT - BCN

CPTBCN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 18/3

9:25-23:00

1 stop14h 35m

Barcelona-El Prat

Sat 21/3

9:55-7:30

1 stop20h 35m

R10 892

Cape TownBarcelona

CPT - BCN

CPTBCN

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/2

6:05-23:05

2 stops18h 00m

Barcelona-El Prat

Sun 15/2

9:55-10:50

1 stop23h 55m

R11 367

Cape TownBarcelona

CPT - BCN

CPTBCN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/2

15:25-16:35

2 stops26h 10m

Barcelona-El Prat

Tue 10/2

15:30-13:45

2 stops21h 15m

R11 941

Cape TownBarcelona

CPT - BCN

CPTBCN

Cape Town Intl

Fri 8/5

15:25-10:50

2 stops19h 25m

Barcelona-El Prat

Sat 23/5

16:50-13:00

2 stops20h 10m

R12 088

Cape TownBarcelona

CPT - BCN

CPTBCN

Cape Town Intl

Fri 17/4

13:50-10:50

2 stops21h 00m

Barcelona-El Prat

Tue 21/4

11:40-14:35

2 stops26h 55m

R12 285

Cape TownBarcelona

CPT - BCN

CPTBCN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 5/5

15:25-10:50

2 stops19h 25m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 20/5

16:50-14:35

2 stops21h 45m

R12 367

Cape TownBarcelona

CPT - BCN

CPTBCN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/2

15:20-8:50

2 stops18h 30m

Barcelona-El Prat

Tue 10/2

9:55-5:50

1 stop18h 55m

R12 432

Cape TownBarcelona

CPT - BCN

CPTBCN

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/2

22:10-9:10

1 stop36h 00m

Barcelona-El Prat

Mon 16/2

13:35-12:40

2 stops22h 05m

R12 629

Cape TownBarcelona

CPT - BCN

CPTBCN

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/3

18:55-13:20

1 stop19h 25m

Barcelona-El Prat

Mon 16/3

15:00-12:40

2 stops20h 40m

R12 661

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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 9 January 2026.

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 273). Flying from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of R10 876). 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.

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 17 January 2026.
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.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 472 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 472 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 472 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
KLM
7,7
Good
1 441 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 472 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 716 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 472 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
7 727 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 472 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 685 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 472 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

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 14h 35m. Fly via SWISS to get the fastest option. The distance between Cape Town and Barcelona-El Prat Airport is about 8533 km.

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

    Currently priced at R7 376, 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 270 and R9 415, 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 801. Turkish Airlines flights start at R5 894 while deals on Lufthansa start at R6 867 one-way.

  • 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 Doha most frequently. Dubai 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 points of interest to see during a stopover in Dubai?

    If you're on a stopover in Dubai and looking for things to do, consider visiting Dubai Mall, LEGOLAND Dubai, or Burj Al Arab. Dubai Mall, LEGOLAND Dubai, and Burj Al Arab can be visited by travelling about 10,5 km, 51,6 km, and 21,8 km respectively from Dubai Intl. Those on a stopover in Dubai in need of a car hire can book one at Dubai Intl for about R666.

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (average of R7 273). Flying from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of R10 876). 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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Fly from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat on these airlines

Choose from the following airlines for your flight from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 17 January 2026.
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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 17 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapestR7 376AverageR11 369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 270AverageR11 296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapestR9 415AverageR12 782FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR10 410AverageR12 838FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR10 789AverageR12 546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 242AverageR14 068FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR11 258AverageR13 838FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 262AverageR12 657FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR11 771AverageR13 292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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