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 40m on average. On the other hand, flying from Cape Town Intl to Barcelona-El Prat takes 14h 35m 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

15:35 - 7:05BCN-JNB

14h 30m1 stop

R10 275Lufthansa

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Tue, Dec 16 - Wed, Mar 18

20:15 - 14:05JNB-BCN

18h 50m1 stop

11:55 - 7:05BCN-JNB

18h 10m1 stop

R10 378Multiple Airlines

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Mon, Jan 19 - Mon, Jan 26

15:25 - 10:50CPT-BCN

20h 25m2 stops

11:40 - 14:35BCN-CPT

25h 55m2 stops

R11 736Ethiopian Air

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Thu, Mar 5 - Mon, Mar 16

20:45 - 16:05CPT-BCN

20h 20m1 stop

13:35 - 12:10BCN-CPT

21h 35m1 stop

R12 372British Airways

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Thu, Mar 5 - Mon, Mar 16

14:35 - 15:55CPT-BCN

26h 20m2 stops

11:40 - 13:00BCN-CPT

24h 20m2 stops

R12 389Ethiopian Air

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Mon, Jan 19 - Wed, Feb 11

13:40 - 18:35CPT-BCN

29h 55m1 stop

15:30 - 11:40BCN-CPT

19h 10m1 stop

R12 561Emirates

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Sat, Jan 31 - Fri, Feb 6

18:50 - 11:55CPT-BCN

17h 05m1 stop

21:15 - 11:00BCN-CPT

37h 45m1 stop

R12 629British Airways

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Tue, May 5 - Wed, May 20

8:15 - 7:05PLZ-BCN

23h 50m3 stops

15:20 - 11:55BCN-PLZ

19h 35m2 stops

R20 465Qatar Airways

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Wed, Jan 21 - Sun, Jan 25

8:15 - 7:05PLZ-BCN

23h 50m3 stops

15:20 - 11:55BCN-PLZ

19h 35m2 stops

R20 533Qatar Airways

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Wed, Jan 21 - Sun, Jan 25

19:10 - 12:50DUR-BCN

18h 40m1 stop

20:25 - 17:10BCN-DUR

19h 45m1 stop

R32 681Emirates

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Fri, Jan 2 - Fri, Jan 9

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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgBarcelona

JNB - BCN

JNBBCN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 16/12

10:10-23:05

1 stop13h 55m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 18/3

15:35-7:05

1 stop14h 30m

R10 275

JohannesburgBarcelona

JNB - BCN

JNBBCN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/1

20:15-14:05

1 stop18h 50m

Barcelona-El Prat

Mon 26/1

11:55-7:05

1 stop18h 10m

R10 378

Cape TownBarcelona

CPT - BCN

CPTBCN

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/3

15:25-10:50

2 stops20h 25m

Barcelona-El Prat

Mon 16/3

11:40-14:35

2 stops25h 55m

R11 736

Cape TownBarcelona

CPT - BCN

CPTBCN

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/3

20:45-16:05

1 stop20h 20m

Barcelona-El Prat

Mon 16/3

13:35-12:10

1 stop21h 35m

R12 372

Cape TownBarcelona

CPT - BCN

CPTBCN

Cape Town Intl

Mon 19/1

14:35-15:55

2 stops26h 20m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 11/2

11:40-13:00

2 stops24h 20m

R12 389

Cape TownBarcelona

CPT - BCN

CPTBCN

Cape Town Intl

Sat 31/1

13:40-18:35

1 stop29h 55m

Barcelona-El Prat

Fri 6/2

15:30-11:40

1 stop19h 10m

R12 561

Cape TownBarcelona

CPT - BCN

CPTBCN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 5/5

18:50-11:55

1 stop17h 05m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 20/5

21:15-11:00

1 stop37h 45m

R12 629

Port ElizabethBarcelona

PLZ - BCN

PLZBCN

Port Elizabeth

Wed 21/1

8:15-7:05

3 stops23h 50m

Barcelona-El Prat

Sun 25/1

15:20-11:55

2 stops19h 35m

R20 465

Port ElizabethBarcelona

PLZ - BCN

PLZBCN

Port Elizabeth

Wed 21/1

8:15-7:05

3 stops23h 50m

Barcelona-El Prat

Sun 25/1

15:20-11:55

2 stops19h 35m

R20 533

DurbanBarcelona

DUR - BCN

DURBCN

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 2/1

19:10-12:50

1 stop18h 40m

Barcelona-El Prat

Fri 9/1

20:25-17:10

1 stop19h 45m

R32 681

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Barcelona flights insights and trends

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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 November is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R11 152.

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 628. 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 R12 968.

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 426. 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 148.

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 449 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 822 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 550 in February
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO BARCELONA FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	July	21% more expensive	It costs about R15 104 for flights to Barcelona from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO BARCELONA FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	June	268% 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	R3 368
Best Round-Trip Price	R10 275
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 R3 368 (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 275 (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 449.

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 920 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.