Which airlines fly to Spain?

Qatar Airways, British Airways and Emirates are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Spain from South Africa according to our data. Qatar Airways is the first choice among our users, with 46% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Spain. Keep in mind that there are 15 different airlines that fly to Spain on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long is the flight from South Africa to Spain?

On average, it takes 10h 10m to fly from South Africa to Spain if you fly out of Johannesburg (the most popular airport in South Africa) and into Madrid (the most popular airport in Spain). If you’re flying out of Cape Town and into Madrid, then the flight time is around 20h 10m.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from South Africa to Spain?

Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, and TAAG are the most popular carriers operating from South Africa to Spain

When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to Spain?

Prices for flights from South Africa to Spain are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to Spain?

As of May 2026, there are 15 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to Spain.

How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Spain?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from South Africa to Spain.

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Spain may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Spain. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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9:50 - 19:40

JNB

MAD

33h 50m

1 stop

10:45 - 8:20

MAD

JNB

21h 35m

1 stop

R9 976Etihad Airways

Wed, Jul 22 - Wed, Jul 29

9:50 - 19:40

JNB

MAD

33h 50m

1 stop

10:45 - 8:20

MAD

JNB

21h 35m

1 stop

R9 992Etihad Airways

Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 23

9:50 - 8:10

JNB

MAD

22h 20m

1 stop

21:45 - 8:20

MAD

JNB

34h 35m

2 stops

R10 209Etihad Airways

Sat, Jun 20 - Sat, Jun 27

12:40 - 7:30

JNB

BCN

18h 50m

1 stop

16:35 - 4:00

BCN

JNB

35h 25m

1 stop

R10 343Qatar Airways

Mon, Jun 15 - Mon, Jun 22

12:40 - 7:30

JNB

BCN

18h 50m

1 stop

17:00 - 10:30

BCN

JNB

17h 30m

1 stop

R10 376Qatar Airways

Thu, May 28 - Wed, Jun 3

13:30 - 16:55

JNB

MAD

27h 25m

2 stops

12:00 - 9:40

MAD

JNB

21h 40m

2 stops

R10 476Turkish Airlines

Thu, Jun 11 - Thu, Jun 18

13:30 - 16:55

JNB

MAD

27h 25m

2 stops

7:40 - 9:40

MAD

JNB

26h 00m

2 stops

R10 576Turkish Airlines

Tue, Jun 16 - Wed, Jun 24

18:40 - 13:25

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18h 45m

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15:40 - 16:35

BCN

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24h 55m

1 stop

R13 979Emirates

Thu, Sep 3 - Thu, Sep 24

18:40 - 19:25

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BCN

24h 45m

1 stop

16:15 - 16:35

BCN

DUR

24h 20m

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R15 130Emirates

Sun, Sep 13 - Thu, Sep 17

18:50 - 11:35

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PMI

16h 45m

1 stop

13:00 - 11:00

PMI

CPT

22h 00m

1 stop

R17 382British Airways

Mon, Aug 3 - Thu, Aug 20

Turkish Airlines flights from South Africa to Spain

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Turkish Airlines

Jun 11

JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 25m

2 stops

MAD16:55Madrid Barajas

Jun 18

MAD12:00Madrid Barajas

21h 40m

2 stops

JNB9:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

R10 476

Turkish Airlines

Jun 16

JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 25m

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MAD16:55Madrid Barajas

Jun 24

MAD7:40Madrid Barajas

26h 00m

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JNB9:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

R10 576

Turkish Airlines

Jun 16

JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 25m

2 stops

MAD16:55Madrid Barajas

Jun 24

MAD7:40Madrid Barajas

26h 00m

2 stops

JNB9:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

R10 593

Etihad Airways flights from South Africa to Spain

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Etihad Airways

Jul 22

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

33h 50m

1 stop

MAD19:40Madrid Barajas

Jul 29

MAD10:45Madrid Barajas

21h 35m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R9 976

Etihad Airways

Jun 20

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 20m

1 stop

MAD8:10Madrid Barajas

Jun 27

MAD21:45Madrid Barajas

34h 35m

2 stops

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R10 209

Etihad Airways

Aug 5

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

33h 50m

1 stop

MAD19:40Madrid Barajas

Aug 11

MAD21:50Madrid Barajas

34h 30m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R10 243

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Wed 22/7

9:50-19:40

1 stop33h 50m

Madrid Barajas

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10:45-8:20

1 stop21h 35m

R9 976

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

9:50-19:40

1 stop33h 50m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 23/9

10:45-8:20

1 stop21h 35m

R9 992

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 20/6

9:50-8:10

1 stop22h 20m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 27/6

21:45-8:20

2 stops34h 35m

R10 209

JohannesburgBarcelona

JNB - BCN

JNBBCN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/6

12:40-7:30

1 stop18h 50m

Barcelona-El Prat

Mon 22/6

16:35-4:00

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R10 343

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JNB - BCN

JNBBCN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 28/5

12:40-7:30

1 stop18h 50m

Barcelona-El Prat

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17:00-10:30

1 stop17h 30m

R10 376

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/6

13:30-16:55

2 stops27h 25m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 18/6

12:00-9:40

2 stops21h 40m

R10 476

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 16/6

13:30-16:55

2 stops27h 25m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 24/6

7:40-9:40

2 stops26h 00m

R10 576

DurbanBarcelona

DUR - BCN

DURBCN

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 3/9

18:40-13:25

1 stop18h 45m

Barcelona-El Prat

Thu 24/9

15:40-16:35

1 stop24h 55m

R13 979

DurbanBarcelona

DUR - BCN

DURBCN

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 13/9

18:40-19:25

1 stop24h 45m

Barcelona-El Prat

Thu 17/9

16:15-16:35

1 stop24h 20m

R15 130

Cape TownPalma de Mallorca

CPT - PMI

CPTPMI

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/8

18:50-11:35

1 stop16h 45m

Palma de Mallorca Son Sant Joan

Thu 20/8

13:00-11:00

1 stop22h 00m

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Spain?

The month of May is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Spain from South Africa, with most prices found around R11 444. The month of November is another great option to travel to Spain, with average flight prices from South Africa averaging around R11 894.

What is the cheapest South Africa to Spain flight route?

Fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Madrid Barajas for the best South Africa - Spain flight prices

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Spain from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Spain for around R12 205 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Spain from South Africa for as low as R11 360 on momondo.

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You could potentially save up to 2% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to Spain flight.

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Best price found	R9 296
Fastest flight time	10h 10m
Direct flights	Wed, Fri and Sun
Airports in Spain	239 airports

The best one-way flight to Spain from South Africa in the past 72 hours is R9 296. The best return flight deal from South Africa to Spain found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R13 883.

The fastest flight from South Africa to Spain takes 10h 10m

Direct flights go from South Africa to Spain on Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..

There are 239 airports in Spain. From South Africa there are direct flights to Madrid Barajas (MAD).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from South Africa to Spain

When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to Spain?
Prices for flights from South Africa to Spain are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to Spain?
As of May 2026, there are 15 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to Spain.
How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Spain?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from South Africa to Spain.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Spain?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Spain may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Spain. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from South Africa to Spain?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from South Africa to Spain is Boeing 777-300ER, representing 38,93% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner at 38,26%, Airbus A350-900 at 12,08%, and Airbus A380-800 at 3,36%.

Best airlines flying from South Africa to Spain

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Air Algerie	PriceFrom R7 359	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,5 37 reviews	Search Air Algerie flights
Condor	PriceFrom R8 068	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,5 415 reviews	Search Condor flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R8 552	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 439 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R8 804	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 999 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Air France	PriceFrom R9 480	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 588 reviews	Search Air France flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R9 604	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 8 009 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R9 728	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 373 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom R9 867	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 517 reviews	Search KLM flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R9 939	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 726 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R9 957	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 7 987 reviews	Search British Airways flights

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