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

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

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 44% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Spain. Keep in mind that there are 14 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 15h 20m to fly from South Africa to Spain if you fly out of Cape Town (the most popular airport in South Africa) and into Madrid (the most popular airport in Spain). If you’re flying out of Johannesburg and into Madrid, then the flight time is around 15h 55m.

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 December 2025, there are 14 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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14:35 - 5:25

CPT

MAD

15h 50m1 stop

21:25 - 14:35

MAD

CPT

16h 10m1 stop

R9 287Ethiopian Air

Mon, Jan 19 - Mon, Feb 2

14:35 - 5:55

CPT

MAD

15h 20m1 stop

23:10 - 14:35

MAD

CPT

15h 25m1 stop

R9 883Ethiopian Air

Mon, May 11 - Sat, May 30

10:10 - 23:05

JNB

BCN

13h 55m1 stop

18:30 - 9:30

BCN

JNB

14h 00m1 stop

R10 138Lufthansa

Sun, Jan 18 - Sun, Jan 25

7:40 - 13:40

CPT

MAD

30h 00m1 stop

10:25 - 21:25

MAD

CPT

35h 00m1 stop

R10 563KLM

Fri, May 22 - Sat, Jun 13

12:35 - 13:40

CPT

AGP

26h 05m1 stop

15:15 - 17:30

AGP

CPT

25h 15m1 stop

R10 784Qatar Airways

Sun, Jan 18 - Sun, Jan 25

21:15 - 18:05

JNB

MAD

20h 50m1 stop

10:25 - 7:00

MAD

JNB

20h 35m1 stop

R11 617British Airways

Fri, May 1 - Sun, May 10

19:10 - 8:15

DUR

BCN

38h 05m1 stop

15:30 - 17:10

BCN

DUR

24h 40m1 stop

R11 822Emirates

Sun, Jan 18 - Sun, Jan 25

13:40 - 18:35

CPT

BCN

29h 55m1 stop

15:30 - 11:40

BCN

CPT

19h 10m1 stop

R12 094Emirates

Sat, Jan 17 - Sat, Jan 24

14:00 - 15:50

CPT

MAD

25h 50m2 stops

17:30 - 11:00

MAD

CPT

17h 30m1 stop

R13 063British Airways

Mon, May 11 - Sat, May 30

12:25 - 13:25

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BCN

26h 00m2 stops

10:40 - 10:55

BCN

DUR

23h 15m3 stops

R14 900Qatar Airways

Sun, Jan 18 - Sun, Jan 25

British Airways flights from South Africa to Spain

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British Airways

May 1

JNB21:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 50m

1 stop

MAD18:05Madrid Barajas

May 10

MAD10:25Madrid Barajas

20h 35m

1 stop

JNB7:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

R11 617

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British Airways

Feb 26

JNB19:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

15h 50m

1 stop

BCN10:25Barcelona-El Prat

Mar 4

BCN14:35Barcelona-El Prat

18h 50m

1 stop

JNB10:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

R11 634

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British Airways

May 22

JNB21:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

25h 25m

1 stop

BCN22:40Barcelona-El Prat

May 26

BCN11:50Barcelona-El Prat

21h 35m

1 stop

JNB9:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

R11 651

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Brussels Airlines flights from South Africa to Spain

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Brussels Airlines

Mar 11

JNB19:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

21h 55m

2 stops

MAD16:40Madrid Barajas

Mar 18

MAD12:35Madrid Barajas

19h 55m

2 stops

JNB9:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

R11 277

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Brussels Airlines

May 13

JNB19:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

21h 45m

2 stops

MAD16:45Madrid Barajas

Jun 3

MAD6:20Madrid Barajas

26h 15m

2 stops

JNB8:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

R12 332

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Brussels Airlines

Dec 22

JNB19:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

17h 00m

2 stops

MAD11:45Madrid Barajas

Dec 29

MAD6:25Madrid Barajas

26h 05m

2 stops

JNB9:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

R16 261

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Cape Town Intl

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14:35-5:25

1 stop15h 50m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 2/2

21:25-14:35

1 stop16h 10m

R9 287

Cape TownMadrid

CPT - MAD

CPTMAD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/5

14:35-5:55

1 stop15h 20m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 30/5

23:10-14:35

1 stop15h 25m

R9 882

JohannesburgBarcelona

JNB - BCN

JNBBCN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/1

10:10-23:05

1 stop13h 55m

Barcelona-El Prat

Sun 25/1

18:30-9:30

1 stop14h 00m

R10 138

Cape TownMadrid

CPT - MAD

CPTMAD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 22/5

7:40-13:40

1 stop30h 00m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 13/6

10:25-21:25

1 stop35h 00m

R10 563

Cape TownMálaga

CPT - AGP

CPTAGP

Cape Town Intl

Sun 18/1

12:35-13:40

1 stop26h 05m

Malaga

Sun 25/1

15:15-17:30

1 stop25h 15m

R10 784

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/5

21:15-18:05

1 stop20h 50m

Madrid Barajas

Sun 10/5

10:25-7:00

1 stop20h 35m

R11 617

DurbanBarcelona

DUR - BCN

DURBCN

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 18/1

19:10-8:15

1 stop38h 05m

Barcelona-El Prat

Sun 25/1

15:30-17:10

1 stop24h 40m

R11 822

Cape TownBarcelona

CPT - BCN

CPTBCN

Cape Town Intl

Sat 17/1

13:40-18:35

1 stop29h 55m

Barcelona-El Prat

Sat 24/1

15:30-11:40

1 stop19h 10m

R12 094

Cape TownMadrid

CPT - MAD

CPTMAD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/5

14:00-15:50

2 stops25h 50m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 30/5

17:30-11:00

1 stop17h 30m

R13 063

DurbanBarcelona

DUR - BCN

DURBCN

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 18/1

12:25-13:25

2 stops26h 00m

Barcelona-El Prat

Sun 25/1

10:40-10:55

3 stops23h 15m

R14 900

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from South Africa to Spain

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Spain?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Spain from South Africa, with most prices found around R10 444. The month of November is another great option to travel to Spain, with average flight prices from South Africa averaging around R11 090.

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

The cheapest day to depart from South Africa to Spain is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as R11 511. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Saturday because tickets tend to average around R12 838. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Spain.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest South Africa to Spain flights are usually those with departure times in the morning. Our users have found flights to Spain in the morning for as low as R11 311. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the afternoon when prices are R13 015 on average. Flights to Spain from South Africa in the afternoon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

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 320 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 686 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on South Africa to Spain flights?

You could potentially save up to 4% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to Spain flight.

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Fastest flight time	13h 40m
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The fastest flight from South Africa to Spain takes 13h 40m

There are no direct flights from South Africa to Spain. There are no popular flight routes from South Africa to Spain.

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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 December 2025, there are 14 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.

Best airlines flying from South Africa to Spain

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
SWISS	PriceFrom R6 876	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 804 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R7 405	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 7 616 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Condor	PriceFrom R8 227	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,4 389 reviews	Search Condor flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R8 576	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 329 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R8 871	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 903 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
KLM	PriceFrom R8 919	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,7 1 432 reviews	Search KLM flights
Air France	PriceFrom R9 589	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 502 reviews	Search Air France flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R9 868	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 080 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R9 997	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 7 562 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R10 086	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 676 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights

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