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 25m.

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

Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways, and Emirates 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 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 - 13:00

MAD

CPT

14h 35m1 stop

R9 227Ethiopian Air

Mon, Jan 26 - Mon, Feb 9

14:35 - 5:25

CPT

MAD

15h 50m1 stop

21:25 - 13:00

MAD

CPT

14h 35m1 stop

R9 244Ethiopian Air

Mon, Jan 26 - Mon, Feb 9

8:00 - 13:40

CPT

MAD

30h 40m1 stop

7:05 - 6:10

MAD

CPT

22h 05m1 stop

R10 493KLM

Tue, Jan 20 - Mon, Feb 16

12:35 - 13:50

CPT

MAD

26h 15m1 stop

15:55 - 17:25

MAD

CPT

24h 30m1 stop

R10 743Qatar Airways

Tue, Mar 10 - Tue, Mar 17

12:45 - 13:25

JNB

BCN

25h 40m1 stop

8:35 - 15:25

BCN

JNB

29h 50m1 stop

R10 893Qatar Airways

Sun, Jan 11 - Thu, Jan 15

19:10 - 8:15

DUR

BCN

38h 05m1 stop

20:25 - 17:10

BCN

DUR

19h 45m1 stop

R11 775Emirates

Mon, Feb 9 - Mon, Feb 16

18:55 - 11:50

CPT

AGP

17h 55m1 stop

17:50 - 12:10

AGP

CPT

17h 20m1 stop

R12 192British Airways

Fri, Jan 23 - Tue, Jan 27

14:00 - 19:15

CPT

AGP

29h 15m2 stops

20:55 - 11:00

AGP

CPT

38h 05m1 stop

R12 758British Airways

Thu, May 7 - Mon, May 11

19:10 - 18:35

DUR

BCN

24h 25m1 stop

20:25 - 17:10

BCN

DUR

19h 45m1 stop

R12 858Emirates

Thu, Feb 5 - Mon, Feb 9

15:20 - 17:15

CPT

LPA

27h 55m2 stops

18:50 - 21:55

LPA

CPT

25h 05m1 stop

R16 289KLM

Tue, Jan 13 - Mon, Jan 19

Etihad Airways flights from South Africa to Spain

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Etihad Airways

Feb 27

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 45m

1 stop

MAD7:35Madrid Barajas

Mar 7

MAD5:50Madrid Barajas

25h 30m

2 stops

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R10 609

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Etihad Airways

Feb 27

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 20m

2 stops

MAD13:10Madrid Barajas

Mar 7

MAD7:05Madrid Barajas

24h 15m

2 stops

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R11 092

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Etihad Airways

Feb 27

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 20m

2 stops

MAD13:10Madrid Barajas

Mar 7

MAD7:05Madrid Barajas

24h 15m

2 stops

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R11 142

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Qatar Airways flights from South Africa to Spain

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Qatar Airways

Jan 22

JNB13:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

18h 20m

1 stop

BCN7:05Barcelona-El Prat

Jan 28

BCN15:20Barcelona-El Prat

16h 20m

1 stop

JNB8:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

R10 376

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Qatar Airways

Mar 10

CPT12:35Cape Town Intl

26h 15m

1 stop

MAD13:50Madrid Barajas

Mar 17

MAD15:55Madrid Barajas

24h 30m

1 stop

CPT17:25Cape Town Intl

R10 743

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Jan 11

JNB12:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

25h 40m

1 stop

BCN13:25Barcelona-El Prat

Jan 15

BCN8:35Barcelona-El Prat

29h 50m

1 stop

JNB15:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

R10 893

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Cape TownMadrid

CPT - MAD

CPTMAD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 26/1

14:35-5:25

1 stop15h 50m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 9/2

21:25-13:00

1 stop14h 35m

R9 227

Cape TownMadrid

CPT - MAD

CPTMAD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 26/1

14:35-5:25

1 stop15h 50m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 9/2

21:25-13:00

1 stop14h 35m

R9 244

Cape TownMadrid

CPT - MAD

CPTMAD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/1

8:00-13:40

1 stop30h 40m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 16/2

7:05-6:10

1 stop22h 05m

R10 493

Cape TownMadrid

CPT - MAD

CPTMAD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/3

12:35-13:50

1 stop26h 15m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 17/3

15:55-17:25

1 stop24h 30m

R10 743

JohannesburgBarcelona

JNB - BCN

JNBBCN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/1

12:45-13:25

1 stop25h 40m

Barcelona-El Prat

Thu 15/1

8:35-15:25

1 stop29h 50m

R10 893

DurbanBarcelona

DUR - BCN

DURBCN

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 9/2

19:10-8:15

1 stop38h 05m

Barcelona-El Prat

Mon 16/2

20:25-17:10

1 stop19h 45m

R11 775

Cape TownMálaga

CPT - AGP

CPTAGP

Cape Town Intl

Fri 23/1

18:55-11:50

1 stop17h 55m

Malaga

Tue 27/1

17:50-12:10

1 stop17h 20m

R12 192

Cape TownMálaga

CPT - AGP

CPTAGP

Cape Town Intl

Thu 7/5

14:00-19:15

2 stops29h 15m

Malaga

Mon 11/5

20:55-11:00

1 stop38h 05m

R12 758

DurbanBarcelona

DUR - BCN

DURBCN

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 5/2

19:10-18:35

1 stop24h 25m

Barcelona-El Prat

Mon 9/2

20:25-17:10

1 stop19h 45m

R12 858

Cape TownLas Palmas de Gran Canaria

CPT - LPA

CPTLPA

Cape Town Intl

Tue 13/1

15:20-17:15

2 stops27h 55m

Las Palmas de Gran Canaria

Mon 19/1

18:50-21:55

1 stop25h 05m

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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 260. The month of November is another great option to travel to Spain, with average flight prices from South Africa averaging around R10 793.

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 271. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Saturday because tickets tend to average around R12 570. 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 075. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the afternoon when prices are R12 744 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 097 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 492 on momondo.

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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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Fastest flight time	13h 25m
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The fastest flight from South Africa to Spain takes 13h 25m

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 733	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 822 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R7 538	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 7 653 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Condor	PriceFrom R8 056	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,5 395 reviews	Search Condor flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R8 397	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 337 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom R8 733	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,7 1 435 reviews	Search KLM flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R8 775	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 919 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Air France	PriceFrom R9 389	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 515 reviews	Search Air France flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R9 789	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 7 614 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R9 835	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 117 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R9 891	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 692 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights

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