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 18h 20m.

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

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.

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 - 7:35

JNB

MAD

22h 45m

1 stop

9:50 - 8:20

MAD

JNB

21h 30m

1 stop

R9 710Etihad Airways

Sun, Oct 25 - Fri, Nov 6

13:15 - 14:35

CPT

AGP

25h 20m

1 stop

16:05 - 17:30

AGP

CPT

25h 25m

1 stop

R9 990Qatar Airways

Tue, Jul 21 - Tue, Aug 4

13:30 - 22:35

JNB

MAD

33h 05m

2 stops

12:00 - 9:40

MAD

JNB

21h 40m

2 stops

R10 401Turkish Airlines

Tue, Jun 9 - Tue, Jun 16

13:30 - 16:55

JNB

MAD

27h 25m

2 stops

7:40 - 9:40

MAD

JNB

26h 00m

2 stops

R10 582Turkish Airlines

Tue, Jun 16 - Wed, Jun 24

18:50 - 17:50

CPT

PMI

23h 00m

1 stop

14:30 - 14:35

PMI

CPT

24h 05m

2 stops

R15 042British Airways

Tue, Jun 16 - Mon, Aug 24

18:50 - 17:50

CPT

PMI

23h 00m

1 stop

20:35 - 12:40

PMI

CPT

40h 05m

2 stops

R15 602British Airways

Tue, Jun 16 - Tue, Aug 25

10:40 - 16:00

JNB

TFS

30h 20m

2 stops

10:50 - 8:35

TFS

JNB

20h 45m

2 stops

R16 194Lufthansa

Sat, Jun 6 - Wed, Jun 10

15:25 - 9:55

JNB

TFS

43h 30m

3 stops

10:50 - 16:15

TFS

JNB

28h 25m

3 stops

R18 844SWISS

Sat, Jun 6 - Wed, Jun 10

15:25 - 9:55

JNB

TFS

43h 30m

3 stops

10:50 - 16:15

TFS

JNB

52h 25m

2 stops

R19 239SWISS

Sat, Jun 6 - Wed, Jun 10

8:45 - 9:50

JNB

LPA

26h 05m

2 stops

17:10 - 8:35

LPA

JNB

38h 25m

1 stop

R25 608Lufthansa

Sat, Jul 4 - Sat, Jul 11

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 401

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 451

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 582

Qatar Airways flights from South Africa to Spain

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Qatar Airways

Jul 21

CPT13:15Cape Town Intl

25h 20m

1 stop

AGP14:35Malaga

Aug 4

AGP16:05Malaga

25h 25m

1 stop

CPT17:30Cape Town Intl

R9 990

Qatar Airways

Jun 3

JNB12:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

18h 55m

1 stop

BCN7:35Barcelona-El Prat

Jun 9

BCN16:50Barcelona-El Prat

17h 40m

1 stop

JNB10:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

R10 303

Qatar Airways

Jun 15

JNB19:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

25h 25m

1 stop

BCN21:15Barcelona-El Prat

Sept 28

BCN9:15Barcelona-El Prat

18h 45m

1 stop

JNB4:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

R10 319

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JNB - MAD

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Sun 25/10

9:50-7:35

1 stop22h 45m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 6/11

9:50-8:20

1 stop21h 30m

R9 710

Cape TownMálaga

CPT - AGP

CPTAGP

Cape Town Intl

Tue 21/7

13:15-14:35

1 stop25h 20m

Malaga

Tue 4/8

16:05-17:30

1 stop25h 25m

R9 990

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/6

13:30-22:35

2 stops33h 05m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 16/6

12:00-9:40

2 stops21h 40m

R10 401

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 582

Cape TownPalma de Mallorca

CPT - PMI

CPTPMI

Cape Town Intl

Tue 16/6

18:50-17:50

1 stop23h 00m

Palma de Mallorca Son Sant Joan

Mon 24/8

14:30-14:35

2 stops24h 05m

R15 042

Cape TownPalma de Mallorca

CPT - PMI

CPTPMI

Cape Town Intl

Tue 16/6

18:50-17:50

1 stop23h 00m

Palma de Mallorca Son Sant Joan

Tue 25/8

20:35-12:40

2 stops40h 05m

R15 602

JohannesburgGranadilla

JNB - TFS

JNBTFS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 6/6

10:40-16:00

2 stops30h 20m

Granadilla Tenerife-Sur

Wed 10/6

10:50-8:35

2 stops20h 45m

R16 194

JohannesburgGranadilla

JNB - TFS

JNBTFS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 6/6

15:25-9:55

3 stops43h 30m

Granadilla Tenerife-Sur

Wed 10/6

10:50-16:15

3 stops28h 25m

R18 844

JohannesburgGranadilla

JNB - TFS

JNBTFS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 6/6

15:25-9:55

3 stops43h 30m

Granadilla Tenerife-Sur

Wed 10/6

10:50-16:15

2 stops52h 25m

R19 239

JohannesburgLas Palmas de Gran Canaria

JNB - LPA

JNBLPA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/7

8:45-9:50

2 stops26h 05m

Las Palmas de Gran Canaria

Sat 11/7

17:10-8:35

1 stop38h 25m

R25 608

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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 323. The month of November is another great option to travel to Spain, with average flight prices from South Africa averaging around R11 883.

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 035 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 224 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.

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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	R8 670
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 670. The best return flight deal from South Africa to Spain found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R12 592.

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 39,47% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner at 38,16%, Airbus A350-900 at 9,87%, and Airbus A380-800 at 3,95%.

Best airlines flying from South Africa to Spain

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Air Algerie	PriceFrom R7 260	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,5 37 reviews	Search Air Algerie flights
Condor	PriceFrom R7 960	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,5 416 reviews	Search Condor flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R8 495	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 442 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R8 686	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 002 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Air France	PriceFrom R9 353	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 590 reviews	Search Air France flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R9 475	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 8 019 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R9 571	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 392 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R9 750	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 730 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R9 823	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 7 995 reviews	Search British Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom R9 882	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 519 reviews	Search KLM flights

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