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 16 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 45m 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 19h 35m.

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

Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, and Turkish Airlines 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 April 2026, there are 16 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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9:45 - 8:10

JNB

MAD

22h 25m

1 stop

10:45 - 8:20

MAD

JNB

21h 35m

1 stop

R9 156Etihad Airways

Sat, May 30 - Sat, Jun 20

9:45 - 8:10

JNB

MAD

22h 25m

1 stop

21:50 - 8:20

MAD

JNB

34h 30m

1 stop

R9 353Etihad Airways

Sat, May 23 - Sat, May 30

9:50 - 8:10

JNB

MAD

22h 20m

1 stop

21:50 - 8:20

MAD

JNB

34h 30m

1 stop

R9 370Etihad Airways

Thu, Jun 4 - Tue, Jun 9

12:40 - 7:55

JNB

BCN

19h 15m

1 stop

9:25 - 4:00

BCN

JNB

18h 35m

1 stop

R10 157Qatar Airways

Wed, Apr 22 - Wed, Apr 29

20:40 - 19:05

JNB

BCN

22h 25m

1 stop

20:05 - 9:15

BCN

JNB

13h 10m

1 stop

R10 174Air Algerie

Mon, Apr 20 - Mon, May 11

20:40 - 19:05

JNB

BCN

22h 25m

1 stop

20:05 - 9:30

BCN

JNB

13h 25m

1 stop

R10 190Air Algerie

Mon, Apr 20 - Fri, Apr 24

12:40 - 7:30

JNB

BCN

18h 50m

1 stop

9:15 - 4:00

BCN

JNB

18h 45m

1 stop

R10 420Qatar Airways

Wed, Oct 7 - Mon, Oct 12

18:40 - 13:25

DUR

BCN

18h 45m

1 stop

16:15 - 16:35

BCN

DUR

24h 20m

1 stop

R12 553Emirates

Sat, May 9 - Wed, May 13

18:40 - 19:25

DUR

BCN

24h 45m

1 stop

21:25 - 16:35

BCN

DUR

19h 10m

1 stop

R12 898Emirates

Wed, May 27 - Tue, Jun 30

16:35 - 10:50

CPT

AGP

18h 15m

1 stop

17:55 - 11:50

AGP

CPT

17h 55m

1 stop

R15 211Turkish Airlines

Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14

Turkish Airlines flights from South Africa to Spain

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Turkish Airlines

Jun 4

JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 25m

2 stops

MAD16:55Madrid Barajas

Jun 9

MAD18:25Madrid Barajas

16h 05m

1 stop

JNB10:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

R11 503

Turkish Airlines

Sept 29

JNB17:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

16h 35m

1 stop

MAD10:25Madrid Barajas

Oct 13

MAD12:00Madrid Barajas

21h 40m

2 stops

JNB9:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

R11 569

Turkish Airlines

Sept 29

JNB17:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

23h 05m

1 stop

MAD16:55Madrid Barajas

Oct 13

MAD12:00Madrid Barajas

21h 40m

2 stops

JNB9:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

R11 634

Etihad Airways flights from South Africa to Spain

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Etihad Airways

May 30

JNB9:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 25m

1 stop

MAD8:10Madrid Barajas

Jun 20

MAD10:45Madrid Barajas

21h 35m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R9 156

Etihad Airways

May 23

JNB9:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 25m

1 stop

MAD8:10Madrid Barajas

May 30

MAD21:50Madrid Barajas

34h 30m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R9 353

Etihad Airways

Jun 4

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 20m

1 stop

MAD8:10Madrid Barajas

Jun 9

MAD21:50Madrid Barajas

34h 30m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R9 370

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Sat 30/5

9:45-8:10

1 stop22h 25m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 20/6

10:45-8:20

1 stop21h 35m

R9 156

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 23/5

9:45-8:10

1 stop22h 25m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 30/5

21:50-8:20

1 stop34h 30m

R9 353

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/6

9:50-8:10

1 stop22h 20m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 9/6

21:50-8:20

1 stop34h 30m

R9 370

JohannesburgBarcelona

JNB - BCN

JNBBCN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/4

12:40-7:55

1 stop19h 15m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 29/4

9:25-4:00

1 stop18h 35m

R10 157

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JohannesburgBarcelona

JNB - BCN

JNBBCN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/4

20:40-19:05

1 stop22h 25m

Barcelona-El Prat

Mon 11/5

20:05-9:15

1 stop13h 10m

R10 174

JohannesburgBarcelona

JNB - BCN

JNBBCN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/4

20:40-19:05

1 stop22h 25m

Barcelona-El Prat

Fri 24/4

20:05-9:30

1 stop13h 25m

R10 190

JohannesburgBarcelona

JNB - BCN

JNBBCN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/10

12:40-7:30

1 stop18h 50m

Barcelona-El Prat

Mon 12/10

9:15-4:00

1 stop18h 45m

R10 420

DurbanBarcelona

DUR - BCN

DURBCN

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 9/5

18:40-13:25

1 stop18h 45m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 13/5

16:15-16:35

1 stop24h 20m

R12 553

DurbanBarcelona

DUR - BCN

DURBCN

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 27/5

18:40-19:25

1 stop24h 45m

Barcelona-El Prat

Tue 30/6

21:25-16:35

1 stop19h 10m

R12 898

Cape TownMálaga

CPT - AGP

CPTAGP

Cape Town Intl

Wed 7/10

16:35-10:50

1 stop18h 15m

Malaga

Wed 14/10

17:55-11:50

1 stop17h 55m

R15 211

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Spain?

The month of November is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Spain from South Africa, with most prices found around R10 633. The month of February is another great option to travel to Spain, with average flight prices from South Africa averaging around R10 945.

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 099 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 240 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on South Africa to Spain flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on South Africa to Spain flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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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Best price found	R9 709
Fastest flight time	15h 45m
Direct flights	Wed and Fri
Airports in Spain	239 airports

The best one-way flight to Spain from South Africa in the past 72 hours is R9 709. The best return flight deal from South Africa to Spain found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R13 209.

The fastest flight from South Africa to Spain takes 15h 45m

Direct flights go from South Africa to Spain on Wednesday and Friday. 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 April 2026, there are 16 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 787-8 Dreamliner, representing 53,93% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 777-300ER at 26,97%, Airbus A350-900 at 14,61%, and Boeing 747-8 at 2,25%.

Best airlines flying from South Africa to Spain

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Air Algerie	PriceFrom R7 230	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 33 reviews	Search Air Algerie flights
Condor	PriceFrom R7 937	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,5 406 reviews	Search Condor flights
SWISS	PriceFrom R8 032	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 916 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R8 273	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 429 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom R8 604	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,7 1 493 reviews	Search KLM flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R8 672	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 001 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Air France	PriceFrom R9 325	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 564 reviews	Search Air France flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R9 460	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 7 907 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R9 569	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 307 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R9 781	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 727 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights

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