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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport from R7 110

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 14/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — BCN
Nov 26 — Dec 31
1 adult

The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Barcelona-El Prat are usually found in November or January, booked 14 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Barcelona-El Prat (BCN). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 21 November 2024.

Round-trip from

R10 295

One-way from

R7 110

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Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 23/3-31/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 32h 50m total
  • Cape Town to Barcelona
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Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 14/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 00m total
  • Cape Town to Barcelona
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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 November 2024.

Sat 7/1215:50CPT - BCN
2 stops32h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/114:55BCN - CPT
1 stop15h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11R16 863
Sat 7/1215:50CPT - BCN
2 stops32h 05mLufthansa
Sat 11/116:15BCN - CPT
2 stops20h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 20/11R17 297
Fri 13/129:30CPT - BCN
2 stops29h 35mSWISS
Fri 20/1220:05BCN - CPT
1 stop34h 15mSWISS
Deal found 20/11R28 750
Sat 7/1215:20CPT - BCN
2 stops20h 30mEthiopian Air
Sat 11/111:50BCN - CPT
3 stops24h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 20/11R42 699

Find flights from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 636 650 searches. Data last updated 21 November 2024.

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Cape TownBarcelona

CPT - BCN

CPTBCN

Cape Town Intl

Sun 23/3

9:00-23:00

1 stop15h 00m

Barcelona-El Prat

Mon 31/3

15:35-9:25

2 stops17h 50m

R10 295

Cape TownBarcelona

CPT - BCN

CPTBCN

Cape Town Intl

Sun 23/3

15:20-8:50

2 stops18h 30m

Barcelona-El Prat

Mon 31/3

21:10-21:25

2 stops24h 15m

R11 362

Cape TownBarcelona

CPT - BCN

CPTBCN

Cape Town Intl

Sun 23/3

15:20-10:50

2 stops20h 30m

Barcelona-El Prat

Mon 31/3

11:50-13:00

3 stops25h 10m

R12 267

Cape TownBarcelona

CPT - BCN

CPTBCN

Cape Town Intl

Sat 7/12

15:50-22:55

2 stops32h 05m

Barcelona-El Prat

Sat 11/1

16:15-13:50

2 stops20h 35m

R17 297

Cape TownBarcelona

CPT - BCN

CPTBCN

Cape Town Intl

Fri 25/4

13:00-14:40

1 stop25h 40m

Barcelona-El Prat

Fri 9/5

9:15-10:50

1 stop25h 35m

R17 731

Cape TownBarcelona

CPT - BCN

CPTBCN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 7/1

19:50-9:00

1 stop14h 10m

Barcelona-El Prat

Tue 14/1

14:55-21:55

1 stop30h 00m

R24 136

Cape TownBarcelona

CPT - BCN

CPTBCN

Cape Town Intl

Sun 23/3

14:25-19:20

3 stops29h 55m

Barcelona-El Prat

Mon 31/3

13:20-13:40

3 stops24h 20m

R29 401

Cape TownBarcelona

CPT - BCN

CPTBCN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 14/5

16:35-10:35

1 stop18h 00m

R7 110

Cape TownBarcelona

CPT - BCN

CPTBCN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 14/5

15:20-14:40

2 stops23h 20m

R8 685

Cape TownBarcelona

CPT - BCN

CPTBCN

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/2

9:00-14:05

1 stop30h 05m

R9 318

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat

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Travel insights for flights from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat. Price data was last updated on 15 November 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, you should look to book at least 14 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (average of R550). Flying from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of R748). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CPT to BCN?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 November 2024.

When flying from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 21% versus a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat. Price data was last updated on 18 November 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Barcelona-El Prat by month

Plan your trip to Barcelona-El Prat by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Barcelona-El Prat Airport ranges from 20.0 - 91.0 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 91.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Barcelona-El Prat Airport when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

Temperature in Barcelona-El Prat by month

Plan your trip to Barcelona-El Prat by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 24.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 9.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Barcelona-El Prat

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Barcelona-El Prat. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Barcelona-El Prat. Reviews last updated 21 November 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with SWISS and Kenya Airways from Cape Town to Barcelona have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
SWISS
7,6
Good
1 637 reviews
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Entertainment

6,9

Food

7,1

Overall

7,6

Comfort

7,4

Crew

8,3

Boarding

7,7

Reviews

1 / 10

Indian Veg food selection and quality definitely needs a better chef.

SWISS
7,6
Good
1 637 reviews
SWISS
7,6
Good
1 637 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,9

Food

7,1

Overall

7,6

Comfort

7,4

Crew

8,3

Boarding

7,7

Reviews

1 / 10

Indian Veg food selection and quality definitely needs a better chef.

Qatar Airways
7,5
Good
3 831 reviews
SWISS
7,6
Good
1 637 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,9

Food

7,1

Overall

7,6

Comfort

7,4

Crew

8,3

Boarding

7,7

Reviews

1 / 10

Indian Veg food selection and quality definitely needs a better chef.

Air France
7,4
Good
1 523 reviews
SWISS
7,6
Good
1 637 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,9

Food

7,1

Overall

7,6

Comfort

7,4

Crew

8,3

Boarding

7,7

Reviews

1 / 10

Indian Veg food selection and quality definitely needs a better chef.

Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
3 915 reviews
SWISS
7,6
Good
1 637 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,9

Food

7,1

Overall

7,6

Comfort

7,4

Crew

8,3

Boarding

7,7

Reviews

1 / 10

Indian Veg food selection and quality definitely needs a better chef.

Ethiopian Air
7,3
Good
786 reviews
SWISS
7,6
Good
1 637 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,9

Food

7,1

Overall

7,6

Comfort

7,4

Crew

8,3

Boarding

7,7

Reviews

1 / 10

Indian Veg food selection and quality definitely needs a better chef.

Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Travel Guide

As a result of no direct flights from Cape Town to Barcelona, there are a few mandatory stopover options available along the journey, which subsequently affect the total flight duration. Johannesburg O.R Tambo International Airport, Doha Hamad Intl, and Madrid Barajas are the most common stopover airports. Travellers with only one stopover in Doha Hamad Intl can expect an average flight duration of 18h 50min, whereas a flight with two stopovers takes between 22h 35min to 48h 15min. In comparison, flights with two stops generally have cheaper airfares than those with only one, however, you do get cheap airfares with short-haul flights as well. A flight departing from Cape Town, stopping in O.R. Tambo International Airport, and Doha Hamad International Airport to Barcelona Intl is a classic example of this kind of flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports serve Barcelona from Cape Town flights?

    Flights to Barcelona Intl from Cape Town, depart from Cape Town International Airport (CPT), the second busiest airport in South Africa. To get to the airport from the city centre it takes about 20min by car, with a few efficient public transport options available, including ride-share apps. Arriving in Barcelona at Barcelona-El Prat (BCN), the second busiest airport in Spain and serving as the main international gateway, the airport is 12 km and approximately a 15min drive from the city centre. Airport taxis are available at the arrivals terminal, however, if you would like to explore Spain at your own convenience, car hire is available at affordable prices.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Cape Town to Barcelona?

    With no direct flights available from Cape Town to Barcelona Intl, travellers can expect one or two stops along the way to Spain. The most common stops along this route are Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport, Doha Hamad Intl, and Madrid Barajas (MAD) before arriving in Barcelona Intl. Qatar Airways is the dominant airline flying this route from Cape Town, with an occasional flight operated by Airlink on the South African domestic leg, and Air Europa servicing the last leg into Barcelona International Airport.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Cape Town to Barcelona?

    Barcelona is a city in Spain, and South Africans who plan to visit the country need to have a valid passport for at least three months from the date of departure, with blank pages available. South African travellers also need to obtain a Schengen Visa, as Spain is located in an area of Europe with free movement declared as the Schengen zone. To apply for the visa, travellers need to visit the Spain Visa Application Center with offices in Cape Town and Pretoria, with a 15 day waiting period.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat?

    Cape Town Intl (CPT), located 15,6 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat. 9 airlines have flights from Cape Town Intl to Barcelona-El Prat on a regular basis. Booking flights from Cape Town Intl to Barcelona-El Prat should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Barcelona-El Prat per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at R11 362, Air France will fly you from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport and back. In addition to Air France, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Ethiopian Air and Lufthansa - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R12 267 and R17 297, respectively. Users have found that Air France is 15% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Turkish Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R7 110. SWISS flights start at R9 318 while deals on Lufthansa start at R10 114 one-way.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    Flights departing from Cape Town and landing in Barcelona-El Prat Airport stopover in Dubai most frequently. Doha is the second most popular location for stopovers on flights from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Zurich comes in third as the most popular stopover location on Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Dubai?

    The majority of Dubai visitors spend their time at Dubai Mall, LEGOLAND Dubai, and Gold Souq. Travellers on a stopover Dubai can visit Dubai Mall, LEGOLAND Dubai, and Gold Souq, by traveling 10,5 km, 51,6 km, and 6,8 km, respectively after landing at Dubai Intl. Travellers in need of a car in Dubai can hire one for about R595 per day.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights?

    Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights have a stopover in Istanbul least often. London sees the second fewest stopovers for non-direct flights flying from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Amsterdam comes in third to last in terms of the least popular stopover locations on Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (average of R550). Flying from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of R748). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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SWISSCheapestR7 677AverageR11 828FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR9 094AverageR13 833FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 723AverageR15 557FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR10 360AverageR16 440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 820AverageR12 819FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR11 851AverageR15 023FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR12 177AverageR16 059FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR12 225AverageR13 607FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR13 468AverageR14 911FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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