How long does it take to fly to Cape Town?

The average flight duration from Spain to Cape Town depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Madrid to Cape Town is 15h 25m on average, while flying from Barcelona to Cape Town is 16h 35m on average. Cape Town is the most popular airport in Cape Town.

How often are flights from Spain to Cape Town delayed?

Historically, on average around 100% of flights between Spain and Cape Town have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 85 minutes.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Spain to Cape Town Intl?

Iberia, SWISS, and Air France are the most popular carriers operating from Spain to Cape Town Intl

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Saturday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

What is the most punctual flight time for Spain to Cape Town flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the morning have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Spain to Cape Town Intl Airport?

Prices for flights from Spain to Cape Town Intl Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Spain to Cape Town Intl Airport?

The number of operators available for flights from Spain to Cape Town Intl Airport is 2 as of February 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Spain to Cape Town Intl Airport?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Spain to Cape Town Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Cape Town Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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21:25 - 14:35

MAD

CPT

16h 10m

1 stop

13:50 - 5:55

CPT

MAD

16h 05m

1 stop

R10 325Ethiopian Air

Mon, Mar 16 - Mon, Mar 30

21:25 - 13:00

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Mon, Mar 16 - Mon, Mar 30

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8:00 - 11:45

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MAD

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R10 626Multiple Airlines

Mon, Apr 13 - Sun, Apr 26

10:05 - 9:25

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R10 706SWISS

Mon, Apr 13 - Sun, Apr 26

19:30 - 6:15

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9:10 - 18:40

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MAD

33h 30m

1 stop

R10 753SWISS

Fri, Apr 10 - Fri, Apr 24

14:55 - 9:30

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18h 35m

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8:00 - 11:45

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MAD

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R11 008Multiple Airlines

Mon, Apr 13 - Sun, Apr 26

17:40 - 9:30

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17:55 - 13:20

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Fri, May 8 - Tue, May 19

17:40 - 9:30

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17:55 - 11:10

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BIO

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R12 818Lufthansa

Fri, May 8 - Tue, May 19

6:00 - 21:55

VLC

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14h 55m

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23:45 - 23:00

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VLC

24h 15m

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R12 961KLM

Sun, Feb 22 - Thu, Feb 26

6:45 - 21:25

BIO

CPT

14h 40m

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7:40 - 22:45

CPT

BIO

15h 05m

1 stop

R14 073KLM

Sat, May 9 - Fri, May 15

Turkish Airlines flights from Spain to Cape Town

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Turkish Airlines

May 11

MAD18:25Madrid Barajas

17h 25m

1 stop

CPT11:50Cape Town Intl

May 24

CPT16:35Cape Town Intl

17h 55m

1 stop

MAD10:30Madrid Barajas

R12 342

Turkish Airlines

Apr 28

BCN19:05Barcelona-El Prat

16h 45m

1 stop

CPT11:50Cape Town Intl

May 6

CPT16:35Cape Town Intl

25h 05m

1 stop

BCN17:40Barcelona-El Prat

R12 882

Turkish Airlines

May 17

BCN12:10Barcelona-El Prat

23h 40m

1 stop

CPT11:50Cape Town Intl

May 27

CPT16:35Cape Town Intl

30h 45m

1 stop

BCN23:20Barcelona-El Prat

R12 930

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Lufthansa

May 8

BIO17:40Bilbao

15h 50m

1 stop

CPT9:30Cape Town Intl

May 19

CPT17:55Cape Town Intl

19h 25m

1 stop

BIO13:20Bilbao

R11 992

Lufthansa

May 28

BCN17:10Barcelona-El Prat

16h 20m

1 stop

CPT9:30Cape Town Intl

Jun 7

CPT17:55Cape Town Intl

15h 40m

1 stop

BCN9:35Barcelona-El Prat

R12 723

Lufthansa

Apr 6

BCN10:25Barcelona-El Prat

23h 05m

1 stop

CPT9:30Cape Town Intl

Apr 21

CPT17:55Cape Town Intl

24h 20m

1 stop

BCN18:15Barcelona-El Prat

R12 755

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19:30-6:15

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R10 753

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14:55-9:30

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Cape Town Intl

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1 stop27h 45m

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BIO - CPT

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Bilbao

Fri 8/5

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1 stop15h 50m

Cape Town Intl

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R11 992

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Fri 8/5

17:40-9:30

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Cape Town Intl

Tue 19/5

17:55-11:10

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R12 818

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Valencia

Sun 22/2

6:00-21:55

1 stop14h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 26/2

23:45-23:00

1 stop24h 15m

R12 961

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BIO - CPT

BIOCPT

Bilbao

Sat 9/5

6:45-21:25

1 stop14h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 15/5

7:40-22:45

1 stop15h 05m

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

The month of November is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town from Spain, with most prices found around R12 072. If you aren’t able to travel to Cape Town during the month of November, then flying in September is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R12 342.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Cape Town?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cape Town from Spain when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around R15 235 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cape Town from Spain for as low as R11 087 on momondo.

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You could potentially save up to 21% on your flight if you consider stops on a Spain to Cape Town flight.

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Fastest flight time	14h 55m
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The fastest flight from Spain to Cape Town takes 14h 55m

There are no direct flights from Spain to Cape Town. There are no popular flight routes from Spain to Cape Town.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Spain to Cape Town Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from Spain to Cape Town Intl Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Spain to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Spain to Cape Town Intl Airport is 2 as of February 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Spain to Cape Town Intl Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Spain to Cape Town Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Cape Town Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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SWISS	PriceFrom R10 807	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 1 870 reviews		Search SWISS flights
KLM	PriceFrom R14 741	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,7 1 451 reviews		Search KLM flights

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