Which airlines fly to Barcelona?

Qatar Airways is the airline most momondo users in South Africa opt for when booking flights to Barcelona. Emirates, SWISS and Lufthansa are also popular choices when flying to Barcelona from South Africa. Most major airlines flying from South Africa to Barcelona will offer flights on a regular basis, though your options may vary depending on what airport you fly from.

How long does it take to fly to Barcelona?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in South Africa you fly out of and what airport in Barcelona you fly into. For example, flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Barcelona-El Prat takes 13h 55m on average. On the other hand, flying from Cape Town Intl to Barcelona-El Prat takes 16h 55m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo to see if there are any available for your route.

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10:10 - 23:05JNB-BCN

13h 55m1 stop

19:50 - 10:30BCN-JNB

13h 40m1 stop

R10 371Multiple Airlines

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Tue, Dec 16 - Wed, Mar 18

19:45 - 11:05JNB-BCN

16h 20m2 stops

15:35 - 7:05BCN-JNB

14h 30m1 stop

R10 475Lufthansa

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Wed, Nov 19 - Wed, Nov 26

13:45 - 7:05JNB-BCN

18h 20m1 stop

15:20 - 8:40BCN-JNB

16h 20m1 stop

R10 803Qatar Airways

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Fri, Jan 30 - Fri, Feb 6

12:35 - 20:45CPT-BCN

33h 10m1 stop

8:35 - 10:30BCN-CPT

24h 55m1 stop

R12 204Qatar Airways

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Thu, Mar 5 - Thu, Mar 12

19:10 - 12:50DUR-BCN

18h 40m1 stop

15:10 - 17:10BCN-DUR

25h 00m1 stop

R12 601Emirates

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Sun, Nov 23 - Mon, Dec 1

22:20 - 18:35JNB-BCN

21h 15m1 stop

15:30 - 10:25BCN-JNB

17h 55m1 stop

R12 688Emirates

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Sun, Mar 1 - Sun, Mar 8

18:50 - 13:15CPT-BCN

18h 25m1 stop

21:15 - 11:00BCN-CPT

37h 45m1 stop

R12 705British Airways

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Tue, May 5 - Wed, May 20

8:05 - 9:05PLZ-BCN

26h 00m2 stops

9:55 - 7:35BCN-PLZ

44h 40m2 stops

R12 722SWISS

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Wed, Feb 18 - Sun, Feb 22

20:45 - 14:45CPT-BCN

19h 00m1 stop

15:00 - 8:05BCN-CPT

16h 05m1 stop

R12 739British Airways

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Thu, Feb 12 - Mon, Feb 16

15:20 - 19:00JNB-BCN

28h 40m3 stops

9:55 - 17:55BCN-JNB

31h 00m2 stops

R12 930SWISS

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Price

JohannesburgBarcelona

JNB - BCN

JNBBCN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 16/12

10:10-23:05

1 stop13h 55m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 18/3

19:50-10:30

1 stop13h 40m

R10 371

JohannesburgBarcelona

JNB - BCN

JNBBCN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/11

19:45-11:05

2 stops16h 20m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 26/11

15:35-7:05

1 stop14h 30m

R10 475

JohannesburgBarcelona

JNB - BCN

JNBBCN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/1

13:45-7:05

1 stop18h 20m

Barcelona-El Prat

Fri 6/2

15:20-8:40

1 stop16h 20m

R10 803

Cape TownBarcelona

CPT - BCN

CPTBCN

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/3

12:35-20:45

1 stop33h 10m

Barcelona-El Prat

Thu 12/3

8:35-10:30

1 stop24h 55m

R12 204

DurbanBarcelona

DUR - BCN

DURBCN

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 23/11

19:10-12:50

1 stop18h 40m

Barcelona-El Prat

Mon 1/12

15:10-17:10

1 stop25h 00m

R12 601

JohannesburgBarcelona

JNB - BCN

JNBBCN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/3

22:20-18:35

1 stop21h 15m

Barcelona-El Prat

Sun 8/3

15:30-10:25

1 stop17h 55m

R12 688

Cape TownBarcelona

CPT - BCN

CPTBCN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 5/5

18:50-13:15

1 stop18h 25m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 20/5

21:15-11:00

1 stop37h 45m

R12 705

Port ElizabethBarcelona

PLZ - BCN

PLZBCN

Port Elizabeth

Wed 18/2

8:05-9:05

2 stops26h 00m

Barcelona-El Prat

Sun 22/2

9:55-7:35

2 stops44h 40m

R12 722

Cape TownBarcelona

CPT - BCN

CPTBCN

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/2

20:45-14:45

1 stop19h 00m

Barcelona-El Prat

Mon 16/2

15:00-8:05

1 stop16h 05m

R12 739

JohannesburgBarcelona

JNB - BCN

JNBBCN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/3

15:20-19:00

3 stops28h 40m

Barcelona-El Prat

Sat 7/3

9:55-17:55

2 stops31h 00m

R12 930

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Barcelona?

If you aren’t able to travel to Barcelona during the month of February, then flying in May is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R11 287.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Barcelona?

According to our data, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to Barcelona from South Africa. The lowest ticket price found for a Tuesday departure recently was R11 698. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. The most expensive day to fly to Barcelona is Saturday, with ticket prices averaging around R13 046.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Barcelona?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Barcelona is in the morning. momondo users have found flights departing from South Africa to Barcelona in the morning for as low as R11 495. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. Flights in the afternoon are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of R13 226.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Barcelona?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Barcelona from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Barcelona for around R12 528 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Barcelona from South Africa for as low as R11 892 on momondo.

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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO BARCELONA FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	February	16% cheaper	Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Barcelona costs on average just R10 613 in February
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO BARCELONA FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	July	21% more expensive	It costs about R15 194 for flights to Barcelona from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO BARCELONA FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	June	269% more users visited	More momondo users searched in flights to Barcelona from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in June than any other month

Cheap Barcelona flight deals and tips

Summary info about Barcelona flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	R4 944
Best Round-Trip Price	R10 371
Fastest flight time	13h 55m
Popular in	July

The best one-way flight price to Barcelona from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R4 944 (Cape Town Intl to Barcelona-El Prat).

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The best round-trip flight price to Barcelona from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R10 371 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Barcelona-El Prat).

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The fastest flight to Barcelona from South Africa takes 13h 55m (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Barcelona-El Prat).

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July has the highest demand for flights to Barcelona, with a 12% price increase on average.

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Barcelona

When is it best to fly to Barcelona to go sightseeing?

Most momondo users would consider October to be the best times to fly to Barcelona to see sights like La Rambla, Sagrada Familia, and Passeig de Gracia. Typically, the weather in Barcelona is under 70 degrees Fahrenheit (21°C) but still warm and the chance of rain is only moderate.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Barcelona?

The ideal time to book your flight to Barcelona is 67 days in advance, when prices tend to average R12 528.

Is there an alternative airport near Barcelona?

Those flying to Barcelona could potentially find better pricing at Girona Costa Brava Airport (75 km from Barcelona city centre), Reus Airport (88 km from Barcelona city centre), La Seu d'Urgell Aeroport De La Seu Airport (124 km from Barcelona city centre) or Lleida-Alguaire Airport (142 km from Barcelona city centre) depending on the month and departure airport.

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into Barcelona?

You can find deals at Girona Costa Brava Airport for R1 932 on average, but that price can change based on your departure airport. To save money, try momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

Are there flights to Sant Andreu?

Yes. To go to Sant Andreu, book a flight to Barcelona-El Prat which is in Barcelona and is about 17,9 km away from Sant Andreu.

What’s the closest airport to Barcelona City Centre?

At 12,1 km away, Barcelona-El Prat airport in Barcelona is the closest to Barcelona City Centre.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Barcelona?

Prices for flights to Barcelona are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Barcelona?

As of November 2025, there are 16 operators available to choose from for flights to Barcelona.

How old do you have to be to fly to Barcelona?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel to Barcelona.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Barcelona?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Barcelona can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Barcelona. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Barcelona?

Finding the right flight to Barcelona is quick and easy when you have a range of options in front of you, from reputable agents and recognisable airlines. These options can then be filtered down to find the best fit. That is what momondo does. We make finding flights to Barcelona quick and easy, saving you time and money.

Can I find flights to Barcelona with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Flights to Barcelona with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

How can momondo help me find flights to Barcelona?

momondo offers useful filters to help you find the right flight. Choose specific flight times, airports or even what payment method you prefer. We have numerous options to help you book your ideal flight to Barcelona.

I’m not ready to book a flight to Barcelona right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

If you are not ready to book a flight to Barcelona now, use our insights above to find helpful tips or alternatively set up a price alert; this is where momondo will track prices on flights to Barcelona and let you know when they change.