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

Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, and Etihad Airways 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 47% 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 17h 50m.

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 June 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 - 19:20

JNB

BCN

33h 30m

1 stop

10:45 - 8:20

BCN

JNB

21h 35m

1 stop

R10 168Etihad Airways

Thu, Sep 24 - Wed, Sep 30

9:45 - 19:20

JNB

BCN

33h 35m

1 stop

22:30 - 8:20

BCN

JNB

33h 50m

1 stop

R10 428Etihad Airways

Thu, Sep 24 - Sat, Oct 10

13:30 - 16:55

JNB

MAD

28h 25m

2 stops

18:00 - 9:40

MAD

JNB

38h 40m

2 stops

R10 444Turkish Airlines

Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 9

13:15 - 14:35

CPT

AGP

25h 20m

1 stop

16:05 - 17:30

AGP

CPT

25h 25m

1 stop

R10 558Qatar Airways

Sun, Jul 12 - Thu, Jul 23

13:30 - 16:55

JNB

MAD

27h 25m

2 stops

7:40 - 9:40

MAD

JNB

26h 00m

2 stops

R10 753Turkish Airlines

Tue, Jun 16 - Wed, Jun 24

12:40 - 21:15

JNB

BCN

32h 35m

1 stop

22:15 - 15:35

BCN

JNB

16h 20m

1 stop

R11 061Qatar Airways

Sun, Oct 18 - Wed, Nov 4

18:50 - 19:35

CPT

PMI

24h 45m

1 stop

14:30 - 19:55

PMI

CPT

29h 25m

2 stops

R14 846British Airways

Mon, Jun 15 - Mon, Aug 24

18:40 - 19:25

DUR

BCN

24h 45m

1 stop

15:40 - 16:35

BCN

DUR

24h 55m

1 stop

R14 943Emirates

Sun, Sep 20 - Thu, Sep 24

18:40 - 19:25

DUR

BCN

24h 45m

1 stop

15:40 - 16:35

BCN

DUR

24h 55m

1 stop

R14 976Emirates

Sun, Sep 20 - Thu, Sep 24

19:25 - 12:10

JNB

TFS

17h 45m

1 stop

14:45 - 9:25

TFS

JNB

17h 40m

1 stop

R18 809British Airways

Thu, Jul 9 - Sun, Aug 9

Turkish Airlines flights from South Africa to Spain

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Turkish Airlines

Jun 9

JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

33h 05m

2 stops

MAD22:35Madrid Barajas

Jun 16

MAD12:00Madrid Barajas

21h 40m

2 stops

JNB9:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

R10 087

Turkish Airlines

Nov 2

JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 25m

2 stops

MAD16:55Madrid Barajas

Nov 9

MAD18:00Madrid Barajas

38h 40m

2 stops

JNB9:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

R10 444

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 753

Air Europa flights from South Africa to Spain

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Air Europa

Jul 2

JNB18:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

10h 10m

MAD5:05Madrid Barajas

Jul 3

MAD23:45Madrid Barajas

10h 05m

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

R10 541

Air Europa

Sept 12

JNB18:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

10h 10m

MAD5:05Madrid Barajas

Sept 18

MAD23:45Madrid Barajas

10h 05m

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

R10 834

Air Europa

Jul 2

JNB18:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

10h 10m

MAD5:05Madrid Barajas

Jul 6

MAD23:45Madrid Barajas

10h 05m

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

R11 029

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JohannesburgBarcelona

JNB - BCN

JNBBCN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 24/9

9:50-19:20

1 stop33h 30m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 30/9

10:45-8:20

1 stop21h 35m

R10 168

JohannesburgBarcelona

JNB - BCN

JNBBCN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 24/9

9:45-19:20

1 stop33h 35m

Barcelona-El Prat

Sat 10/10

22:30-8:20

1 stop33h 50m

R10 428

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/11

13:30-16:55

2 stops28h 25m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 9/11

18:00-9:40

2 stops38h 40m

R10 444

Cape TownMálaga

CPT - AGP

CPTAGP

Cape Town Intl

Sun 12/7

13:15-14:35

1 stop25h 20m

Malaga

Thu 23/7

16:05-17:30

1 stop25h 25m

R10 558

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 753

JohannesburgBarcelona

JNB - BCN

JNBBCN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/10

12:40-21:15

1 stop32h 35m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 4/11

22:15-15:35

1 stop16h 20m

R11 061

Cape TownPalma de Mallorca

CPT - PMI

CPTPMI

Cape Town Intl

Mon 15/6

18:50-19:35

1 stop24h 45m

Palma de Mallorca Son Sant Joan

Mon 24/8

14:30-19:55

2 stops29h 25m

R14 846

DurbanBarcelona

DUR - BCN

DURBCN

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 20/9

18:40-19:25

1 stop24h 45m

Barcelona-El Prat

Thu 24/9

15:40-16:35

1 stop24h 55m

R14 943

DurbanBarcelona

DUR - BCN

DURBCN

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 20/9

18:40-19:25

1 stop24h 45m

Barcelona-El Prat

Thu 24/9

15:40-16:35

1 stop24h 55m

R14 976

Fastest return journey

JohannesburgGranadilla

JNB - TFS

JNBTFS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/7

19:25-12:10

1 stop17h 45m

Granadilla Tenerife-Sur

Sun 9/8

14:45-9:25

1 stop17h 40m

R18 809

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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 R7 244. The month of January is another great option to travel to Spain, with average flight prices from South Africa averaging around R8 608.

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 R11 887 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 256 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 2% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to Spain flight.

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Best price found	R8 441
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 R8 441. The best return flight deal from South Africa to Spain found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R12 576.

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 June 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 50,00% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner at 32,18%, Airbus A380-800 at 4,46%, and Airbus A350-900 at 4,46%.

Best airlines flying from South Africa to Spain

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Air Algerie	PriceFrom R7 165	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,5 37 reviews	Search Air Algerie flights
Condor	PriceFrom R7 856	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,5 426 reviews	Search Condor flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R8 324	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 006 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R8 383	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 444 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Air France	PriceFrom R9 230	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 596 reviews	Search Air France flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R9 350	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 8 036 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R9 446	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 406 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R9 660	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 729 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R9 668	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 8 018 reviews	Search British Airways flights
SWISS	PriceFrom R9 746	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 965 reviews	Search SWISS flights

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