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, 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 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.

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 - 19:40

JNB

MAD

33h 55m

1 stop

21:50 - 8:20

MAD

JNB

34h 30m

1 stop

R9 429Etihad Airways

Fri, May 29 - Tue, Jun 9

9:45 - 8:10

JNB

MAD

22h 25m

1 stop

10:45 - 8:20

MAD

JNB

21h 35m

1 stop

R9 463Etihad Airways

Fri, May 15 - Sun, Jun 14

19:50 - 15:05

JNB

BCN

19h 15m

1 stop

16:35 - 10:30

BCN

JNB

17h 55m

1 stop

R10 548Qatar Airways

Thu, Apr 16 - Thu, Apr 23

20:40 - 13:05

JNB

BCN

16h 25m

1 stop

9:15 - 8:50

BCN

JNB

23h 35m

1 stop

R10 565Qatar Airways

Fri, Apr 24 - Wed, Apr 29

14:45 - 16:55

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MAD

26h 10m

2 stops

14:25 - 13:30

MAD

DUR

22h 05m

2 stops

R11 040Turkish Airlines

Wed, Sep 30 - Thu, Nov 5

18:40 - 20:20

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MAD

25h 40m

1 stop

21:45 - 17:10

MAD

DUR

18h 25m

1 stop

R13 279Emirates

Thu, Oct 1 - Sat, Oct 31

16:35 - 10:50

CPT

AGP

18h 15m

1 stop

17:55 - 11:50

AGP

CPT

17h 55m

1 stop

R13 957Turkish Airlines

Thu, Jun 4 - Fri, Jun 19

18:40 - 13:30

DUR

MAD

18h 50m

1 stop

14:35 - 17:10

MAD

DUR

25h 35m

1 stop

R15 144Emirates

Thu, Oct 1 - Mon, Nov 2

11:15 - 20:05

DUR

MAD

32h 50m

2 stops

10:35 - 10:40

MAD

DUR

23h 05m

2 stops

R15 534British Airways

Thu, Oct 1 - Wed, Nov 4

11:15 - 11:15

DUR

MAD

24h 00m

2 stops

19:25 - 10:40

MAD

DUR

38h 15m

2 stops

R15 958British Airways

Tue, Sep 29 - Sat, Nov 7

Etihad Airways flights from South Africa to Spain

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Etihad Airways

May 29

JNB9:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

33h 55m

1 stop

MAD19:40Madrid Barajas

Jun 9

MAD21:50Madrid Barajas

34h 30m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R9 429

Etihad Airways

May 15

JNB9:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 25m

1 stop

MAD8:10Madrid Barajas

Jun 14

MAD10:45Madrid Barajas

21h 35m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R9 463

Etihad Airways

May 16

JNB9:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 25m

1 stop

MAD8:10Madrid Barajas

May 23

MAD10:45Madrid Barajas

21h 30m

1 stop

JNB8:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

R9 514

Turkish Airlines flights from South Africa to Spain

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Turkish Airlines

Sept 30

DUR14:45Durban King Shaka Intl

26h 10m

2 stops

MAD16:55Madrid Barajas

Nov 5

MAD14:25Madrid Barajas

22h 05m

2 stops

DUR13:30Durban King Shaka Intl

R11 040

Turkish Airlines

Sept 29

JNB17:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

19h 45m

1 stop

MAD13:35Madrid Barajas

Oct 13

MAD12:00Madrid Barajas

21h 40m

2 stops

JNB9:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

R11 871

Turkish Airlines

Sept 29

JNB17:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 45m

1 stop

MAD22:35Madrid Barajas

Oct 13

MAD12:00Madrid Barajas

21h 40m

2 stops

JNB9:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

R11 888

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R9 429

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JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

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9:45-8:10

1 stop22h 25m

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1 stop21h 35m

R9 463

JohannesburgBarcelona

JNB - BCN

JNBBCN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/4

19:50-15:05

1 stop19h 15m

Barcelona-El Prat

Thu 23/4

16:35-10:30

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R10 548

JohannesburgBarcelona

JNB - BCN

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Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 29/4

9:15-8:50

1 stop23h 35m

R10 565

DurbanMadrid

DUR - MAD

DURMAD

Durban King Shaka Intl

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14:45-16:55

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R11 040

DurbanMadrid

DUR - MAD

DURMAD

Durban King Shaka Intl

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18:40-20:20

1 stop25h 40m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 31/10

21:45-17:10

1 stop18h 25m

R13 279

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Cape TownMálaga

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Cape Town Intl

Thu 4/6

16:35-10:50

1 stop18h 15m

Malaga

Fri 19/6

17:55-11:50

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R13 957

DurbanMadrid

DUR - MAD

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Durban King Shaka Intl

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18:40-13:30

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Madrid Barajas

Mon 2/11

14:35-17:10

1 stop25h 35m

R15 144

DurbanMadrid

DUR - MAD

DURMAD

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 1/10

11:15-20:05

2 stops32h 50m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 4/11

10:35-10:40

2 stops23h 05m

R15 534

DurbanMadrid

DUR - MAD

DURMAD

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 29/9

11:15-11:15

2 stops24h 00m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 7/11

19:25-10:40

2 stops38h 15m

R15 958

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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 R11 057. The month of February is another great option to travel to Spain, with average flight prices from South Africa averaging around R11 278.

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 521 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 685 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 5% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to Spain flight.

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Best price found	R7 769
Fastest flight time	15h 45m
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 R7 769. The best return flight deal from South Africa to Spain found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R13 363.

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

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 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 56,96% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 777-300ER at 21,52%, Airbus A350-900 at 16,46%, and Boeing 747-8 at 2,53%.

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SWISS	PriceFrom R7 135	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 912 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Air Algerie	PriceFrom R7 472	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 33 reviews	Search Air Algerie flights
Condor	PriceFrom R8 202	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,5 405 reviews	Search Condor flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R8 550	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 429 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom R8 892	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,7 1 487 reviews	Search KLM flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R8 901	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 7 889 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R8 962	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 994 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Air France	PriceFrom R9 638	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 563 reviews	Search Air France flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R9 889	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 295 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R10 047	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 730 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights

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