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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport from R5 060

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 1/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — BCN
Mar 28 — Apr 41
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Barcelona-El Prat are usually found in November or February, 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 23 March 2025.

Round-trip from

R9 593

One-way from

R5 060

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R11 668
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 13/5-16/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 00m total
  • Cape Town to Barcelona
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  • 1/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 20m total
  • Cape Town to Barcelona
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R27 162 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 820 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 23 March 2025.

Tue 13/519:00CPT - BCN
1 stop13h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 16/817:20BCN - CPT
1 stop16h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/3R9 593
Thu 15/519:00CPT - BCN
1 stop22h 50mSWISS
Thu 29/56:00BCN - CPT
2 stops34h 45mSWISS
Deal found 22/3R10 612
Sun 1/618:25CPT - BCN
2 stops22h 00mKLM
Sun 15/613:20BCN - CPT
1 stop31h 50mKLM
Deal found 22/3R10 758
Tue 13/518:05CPT - BCN
1 stop21h 25mLufthansa
Mon 18/812:50BCN - CPT
1 stop20h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 22/3R11 577
Mon 5/513:05CPT - BCN
1 stop19h 30mEmirates
Tue 3/621:00BCN - CPT
1 stop38h 35mEmirates
Deal found 22/3R13 343
Mon 12/514:00CPT - BCN
2 stops27h 40mBritish Airways
Thu 14/816:40BCN - CPT
1 stop18h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 22/3R14 253
Wed 14/516:35CPT - BCN
1 stop30h 35mTurkish Airlines
Tue 19/818:30BCN - CPT
1 stop17h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 22/3R14 744
Mon 5/514:35CPT - BCN
2 stops20h 15mEthiopian Air
Tue 3/616:50BCN - CPT
2 stops20h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 22/3R16 128
Mon 7/413:00CPT - BCN
1 stop25h 40mQatar Airways
Mon 14/411:30BCN - CPT
2 stops23h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 22/3R18 021
Thu 15/514:30CPT - BCN
3 stops32h 15mKenya Airways
Thu 29/56:20BCN - CPT
3 stops31h 25mKenya Airways
Deal found 22/3R18 840

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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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 23 March 2025.
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Cape TownBarcelona

CPT - BCN

CPTBCN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 13/5

19:00-8:50

1 stop13h 50m

Barcelona-El Prat

Sat 16/8

17:20-9:30

1 stop16h 10m

R9 593

Cape TownBarcelona

CPT - BCN

CPTBCN

Cape Town Intl

Thu 15/5

19:00-17:50

1 stop22h 50m

Barcelona-El Prat

Thu 29/5

6:00-16:45

2 stops34h 45m

R10 612

Cape TownBarcelona

CPT - BCN

CPTBCN

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/6

18:25-16:25

2 stops22h 00m

Barcelona-El Prat

Sun 15/6

13:20-21:10

1 stop31h 50m

R10 758

Cape TownBarcelona

CPT - BCN

CPTBCN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 13/5

18:05-15:30

1 stop21h 25m

Barcelona-El Prat

Mon 18/8

12:50-9:30

1 stop20h 40m

R11 577

Cape TownBarcelona

CPT - BCN

CPTBCN

Cape Town Intl

Mon 5/5

13:05-8:35

1 stop19h 30m

Barcelona-El Prat

Tue 3/6

21:00-11:35

1 stop38h 35m

R13 343

Cape TownBarcelona

CPT - BCN

CPTBCN

Cape Town Intl

Mon 12/5

14:00-17:40

2 stops27h 40m

Barcelona-El Prat

Thu 14/8

16:40-11:00

1 stop18h 20m

R14 253

Cape TownBarcelona

CPT - BCN

CPTBCN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 14/5

16:35-23:10

1 stop30h 35m

Barcelona-El Prat

Tue 19/8

18:30-11:50

1 stop17h 20m

R14 744

Cape TownBarcelona

CPT - BCN

CPTBCN

Cape Town Intl

Mon 5/5

14:35-10:50

2 stops20h 15m

Barcelona-El Prat

Tue 3/6

16:50-13:45

2 stops20h 55m

R16 128

Cape TownBarcelona

CPT - BCN

CPTBCN

Cape Town Intl

Mon 7/4

13:00-14:40

1 stop25h 40m

Barcelona-El Prat

Mon 14/4

11:30-10:50

2 stops23h 20m

R18 021

Cape TownBarcelona

CPT - BCN

CPTBCN

Cape Town Intl

Thu 15/5

14:30-22:45

3 stops32h 15m

Barcelona-El Prat

Thu 29/5

6:20-13:45

3 stops31h 25m

R18 840

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

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport

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 21 March 2025.

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 R555). Flying from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of R881). 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 23 March 2025.

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 23% 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 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings 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 23 March 2025.
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 188 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 188 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 188 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 319 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 188 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 569 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 188 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 539 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 188 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
3 743 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 188 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

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 R10 612, SWISS will fly you from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport and back. In addition to SWISS, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from KLM and Lufthansa - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R10 758 and R11 577, respectively. Users have found that SWISS is 23% 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 Qatar Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R7 245. Turkish Airlines flights start at R8 519 while deals on Emirates start at R10 376 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. Zurich is the second most popular location for stopovers on flights from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Frankfurt am Main 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, Burj Khalifa, and LEGOLAND Dubai. Travellers on a stopover Dubai can visit Dubai Mall, Burj Khalifa, and LEGOLAND Dubai, by traveling 10,5 km, 11,0 km, and 51,6 km, respectively after landing at Dubai Intl. Travellers in need of a car in Dubai can hire one for about R440 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 R555). Flying from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of R881). 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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Top 9 airlines flying from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 23 March 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapestR7 767AverageR11 666FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR9 030AverageR13 321FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapestR10 331AverageR15 495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR10 414AverageR16 262FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 908AverageR14 123FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR11 990AverageR14 411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR12 041AverageR15 788FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR12 440AverageR14 037FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR13 097AverageR15 539FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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