Cheap flights from Spain to South Africa from R6 276

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 13/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAD — JNB
Jan 4 — Jan 111
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Spain to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Spain to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 5 December 2025.

Thu 11/1221:25MAD - CPT
1 stop15h 20mEthiopian Air
Wed 24/1214:35CPT - MAD
1 stop15h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/12R10 886
Tue 30/1221:25MAD - CPT
1 stop15h 20mEthiopian Air
Sun 25/113:50CPT - MAD
1 stop16h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 2/12R11 720
Thu 4/1221:10MAD - JNB
1 stop34h 10mEtihad Airways
Wed 10/129:50JNB - MAD
1 stop34h 15mEtihad Airways
Deal found 2/12R12 060
Thu 11/1212:15BCN - CPT
1 stop16h 35mAir France
Tue 16/127:55CPT - BCN
1 stop25h 55mAir France
Deal found 3/12R12 128
Thu 11/1217:50AGP - CPT
1 stop35h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/1223:45CPT - AGP
1 stop35h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12R12 315
Mon 8/126:00VLC - CPT
1 stop14h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 13/127:55CPT - VLC
1 stop16h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12R12 553
Fri 12/126:00VLC - CPT
1 stop14h 55mKLM
Tue 16/1223:45CPT - VLC
1 stop34h 20mKLM
Deal found 4/12R12 604
Mon 8/126:00VLC - CPT
1 stop14h 55mKLM
Sun 14/128:00CPT - VLC
1 stop33h 10mKLM
Deal found 3/12R13 063
Thu 11/1220:05MAD - CPT
1 stop32h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 24/1218:25CPT - MAD
2 stops26h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12R13 472
Mon 8/126:00VLC - CPT
1 stop14h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 14/1223:45CPT - VLC
2 stops19h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12R13 591
Mon 8/126:00VLC - CPT
1 stop14h 55mKLM
Sat 13/127:55CPT - VLC
2 stops33h 15mKLM
Deal found 3/12R13 625
Thu 4/1216:50MAD - JNB
1 stop28h 15mKLM
Thu 11/1223:59JNB - MAD
1 stop17h 06mKLM
Deal found 3/12R14 305

Find flight deals from Spain to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Spain to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 5 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R9 168

One-way from

R6 276

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R17 690
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 19/1-2/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 35m total
  • Spain to South Africa
13/4
  • 13/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 22h 20m total
  • Spain to South Africa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R19 049 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R6 006 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 Spain to South Africa 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 5 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Spain to South Africa that are best for you.

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South Africa

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Depart

Return

Price

BarcelonaJohannesburg

BCN - JNB

BCNJNB

Barcelona-El Prat

Sun 1/3

16:50-13:05

2 stops19h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/3

8:20-23:15

2 stops15h 55m

R9 746

BarcelonaJohannesburg

BCN - JNB

BCNJNB

Barcelona-El Prat

Sun 25/1

19:35-8:15

2 stops35h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/2

20:45-23:35

2 stops27h 50m

R9 831

MadridJohannesburg

MAD - JNB

MADJNB

Madrid Barajas

Thu 22/1

21:25-13:05

1 stop14h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/1

14:30-5:25

1 stop15h 55m

R10 478

BarcelonaJohannesburg

BCN - JNB

BCNJNB

Barcelona-El Prat

Fri 15/5

16:50-13:05

2 stops20h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 24/5

14:30-10:50

2 stops20h 20m

R10 546

BarcelonaJohannesburg

BCN - JNB

BCNJNB

Barcelona-El Prat

Sat 16/5

16:50-13:05

2 stops20h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 24/5

14:30-10:50

2 stops20h 20m

R10 546

BarcelonaJohannesburg

BCN - JNB

BCNJNB

Barcelona-El Prat

Sat 16/5

16:50-13:05

2 stops20h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/5

14:30-10:50

2 stops20h 20m

R10 563

MadridJohannesburg

MAD - JNB

MADJNB

Madrid Barajas

Thu 12/2

21:25-13:05

1 stop14h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/2

14:30-5:25

1 stop15h 55m

R10 886

BarcelonaJohannesburg

BCN - JNB

BCNJNB

Barcelona-El Prat

Sat 16/5

16:50-13:05

2 stops20h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 28/5

14:30-10:50

2 stops20h 20m

R10 903

BarcelonaJohannesburg

BCN - JNB

BCNJNB

Barcelona-El Prat

Mon 19/1

15:05-9:30

2 stops17h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/2

20:15-9:05

1 stop13h 50m

R11 158

BarcelonaJohannesburg

BCN - JNB

BCNJNB

Barcelona-El Prat

Sun 25/1

19:50-10:30

1 stop13h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/2

20:15-9:05

1 stop13h 50m

R11 277

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Best time to book a flight from Spain to South Africa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Spain to South Africa

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Spain to South Africa?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Spain to South Africa (average of R6 174). Flying from Spain to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R11 226). 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 ES to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Spain to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 5 December 2025.

When flying from Spain to South Africa, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at midday, which can drop the price by up to 19% versus a flight in the morning.

How often are flights from Spain to South Africa delayed?

About 100% of weekly flights between Spain and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 85 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Spain to South Africa flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated 5 December 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with SWISS, Qatar Airways, andAir France from Spain to South Africa. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8,2

Entertainment

6,8

Comfort

7,4

Boarding

7,7

Food

7,1

Overall

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jens,May 2024

ZRH - LIS

Paying for coffee on a Swiss flight of approx 3hrs. I would’ve expected, that Ryan Air charges….or maybe a charter flight. But 4CHF for a cup of coffee is just another reason, that Swiss (and subsequently LH Group) has lost touch with frequent travellers by a landslide.

Crew

8,2

Entertainment

6,8

Comfort

7,4

Boarding

7,7

Food

7,1

Overall

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jens,May 2024

ZRH - LIS

Paying for coffee on a Swiss flight of approx 3hrs. I would’ve expected, that Ryan Air charges….or maybe a charter flight. But 4CHF for a cup of coffee is just another reason, that Swiss (and subsequently LH Group) has lost touch with frequent travellers by a landslide.

Crew

8,2

Entertainment

6,8

Comfort

7,4

Boarding

7,7

Food

7,1

Overall

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jens,May 2024

ZRH - LIS

Paying for coffee on a Swiss flight of approx 3hrs. I would’ve expected, that Ryan Air charges….or maybe a charter flight. But 4CHF for a cup of coffee is just another reason, that Swiss (and subsequently LH Group) has lost touch with frequent travellers by a landslide.

Crew

8,2

Entertainment

6,8

Comfort

7,4

Boarding

7,7

Food

7,1

Overall

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jens,May 2024

ZRH - LIS

Paying for coffee on a Swiss flight of approx 3hrs. I would’ve expected, that Ryan Air charges….or maybe a charter flight. But 4CHF for a cup of coffee is just another reason, that Swiss (and subsequently LH Group) has lost touch with frequent travellers by a landslide.

Crew

8,2

Entertainment

6,8

Comfort

7,4

Boarding

7,7

Food

7,1

Overall

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jens,May 2024

ZRH - LIS

Paying for coffee on a Swiss flight of approx 3hrs. I would’ve expected, that Ryan Air charges….or maybe a charter flight. But 4CHF for a cup of coffee is just another reason, that Swiss (and subsequently LH Group) has lost touch with frequent travellers by a landslide.

Crew

8,2

Entertainment

6,8

Comfort

7,4

Boarding

7,7

Food

7,1

Overall

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jens,May 2024

ZRH - LIS

Paying for coffee on a Swiss flight of approx 3hrs. I would’ve expected, that Ryan Air charges….or maybe a charter flight. But 4CHF for a cup of coffee is just another reason, that Swiss (and subsequently LH Group) has lost touch with frequent travellers by a landslide.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Spain to South Africa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How long is the flight from Spain to South Africa?

    For as low as R10 478, Ethiopian Air can have you in South Africa from Spain in 14h 40m. There are 8098 km between Spain and South Africa. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Spain to South Africa one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Turkish Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R5 903. Users have also found prices from R7 661 and R7 948 on Egyptair and Ethiopian Air, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Spain to South Africa that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Spain to South Africa flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Spain to South Africa?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Spain to South Africa.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Spain to South Africa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Spain to South Africa 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 Spain to South Africa?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Spain to South Africa (average of R6 174). Flying from Spain to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R11 226). 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 Spain to South Africa

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Spain to South Africa. 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 5 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR7 163AverageR14 596FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestR9 201AverageR17 956FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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IberiaCheapestR10 574AverageR13 842FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 170AverageR13 326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air FranceCheapestR11 488AverageR14 722FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapestR11 559AverageR13 934FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapestR11 980AverageR22 061FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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SWISSCheapestR12 118AverageR16 334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR13 411AverageR18 033FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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