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.

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.

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

Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, 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 March 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 404Etihad Airways

Sun, May 17 - Mon, Jun 15

9:45 - 19:40

JNB

MAD

33h 55m

1 stop

21:50 - 8:20

MAD

JNB

34h 30m

1 stop

R9 439Etihad Airways

Sun, May 17 - Mon, Jun 15

12:40 - 7:30

JNB

BCN

18h 50m

1 stop

14:35 - 8:50

BCN

JNB

18h 15m

1 stop

R10 601Qatar Airways

Wed, Apr 15 - Wed, Apr 22

20:45 - 18:50

JNB

BCN

22h 05m

1 stop

20:05 - 9:15

BCN

JNB

13h 10m

1 stop

R10 619Air Algerie

Sat, Apr 18 - Fri, May 8

19:50 - 13:05

JNB

BCN

17h 15m

1 stop

9:15 - 8:50

BCN

JNB

23h 35m

1 stop

R10 636Qatar Airways

Wed, Apr 15 - Wed, Apr 22

20:45 - 18:50

JNB

BCN

22h 05m

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20:05 - 9:15

BCN

JNB

13h 10m

1 stop

R10 670Air Algerie

Sat, Apr 18 - Tue, Apr 28

20:55 - 1:25

JNB

BCN

28h 30m

2 stops

5:45 - 9:15

BCN

JNB

27h 30m

2 stops

R10 755Multiple Airlines

Sat, May 2 - Fri, May 15

18:40 - 13:25

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BCN

18h 45m

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21:25 - 16:35

BCN

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19h 10m

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R11 815Emirates

Mon, May 11 - Mon, May 18

18:25 - 19:25

CPT

BCN

25h 00m

1 stop

16:15 - 11:30

BCN

CPT

19h 15m

1 stop

R11 867Emirates

Fri, May 29 - Sat, Jun 6

16:35 - 0:10

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AGP

31h 35m

2 stops

17:55 - 11:50

AGP

CPT

17h 55m

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R13 337Multiple Airlines

Thu, Aug 6 - Thu, Aug 20

Etihad Airways flights from South Africa to Spain

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Etihad Airways

May 17

JNB9:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

33h 55m

1 stop

MAD19:40Madrid Barajas

Jun 15

MAD21:50Madrid Barajas

34h 30m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R9 404

Etihad Airways

May 17

JNB9:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

33h 55m

1 stop

MAD19:40Madrid Barajas

Jun 15

MAD21:50Madrid Barajas

34h 30m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R9 439

Etihad Airways

May 17

JNB9:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

33h 55m

1 stop

MAD19:40Madrid Barajas

Jun 15

MAD21:50Madrid Barajas

34h 30m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R9 473

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Qatar Airways

Apr 15

JNB12:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

18h 50m

1 stop

BCN7:30Barcelona-El Prat

Apr 22

BCN14:35Barcelona-El Prat

18h 15m

1 stop

JNB8:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

R10 601

Qatar Airways

Apr 15

JNB19:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

17h 15m

1 stop

BCN13:05Barcelona-El Prat

Apr 22

BCN9:15Barcelona-El Prat

23h 35m

1 stop

JNB8:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

R10 636

Qatar Airways

Apr 15

JNB12:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

18h 50m

1 stop

BCN7:30Barcelona-El Prat

Apr 22

BCN14:35Barcelona-El Prat

18h 15m

1 stop

JNB8:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

R10 653

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R9 404

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JNB - MAD

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R9 439

JohannesburgBarcelona

JNB - BCN

JNBBCN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/4

12:40-7:30

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14:35-8:50

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R10 601

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R10 618

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JNB - BCN

JNBBCN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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19:50-13:05

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Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 22/4

9:15-8:50

1 stop23h 35m

R10 636

JohannesburgBarcelona

JNB - BCN

JNBBCN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 18/4

20:45-18:50

1 stop22h 05m

Barcelona-El Prat

Tue 28/4

20:05-9:15

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R10 670

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JNB - BCN

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Barcelona-El Prat

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DurbanBarcelona

DUR - BCN

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Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 11/5

18:40-13:25

1 stop18h 45m

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Mon 18/5

21:25-16:35

1 stop19h 10m

R11 815

Cape TownBarcelona

CPT - BCN

CPTBCN

Cape Town Intl

Fri 29/5

18:25-19:25

1 stop25h 00m

Barcelona-El Prat

Sat 6/6

16:15-11:30

1 stop19h 15m

R11 867

Cape TownMálaga

CPT - AGP

CPTAGP

Cape Town Intl

Thu 6/8

16:35-0:10

2 stops31h 35m

Malaga

Thu 20/8

17:55-11:50

1 stop17h 55m

R13 337

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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 149. The month of February is another great option to travel to Spain, with average flight prices from South Africa averaging around R11 371.

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 620 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 850 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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Best price found	R7 833
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 R7 833. The best return flight deal from South Africa to Spain found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R13 473.

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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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 March 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 194	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 907 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Air Algerie	PriceFrom R7 534	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 33 reviews	Search Air Algerie flights
Condor	PriceFrom R8 270	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,5 405 reviews	Search Condor flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R8 621	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 432 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom R8 966	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 480 reviews	Search KLM flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R8 975	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 7 879 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R9 036	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 988 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Air France	PriceFrom R9 717	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 558 reviews	Search Air France flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R9 971	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 293 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R10 130	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 729 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights

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