CPT - BCN

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Cheapest return flight
R9 826
Typical prices: R11 844-R14 535
Multiple Airlines
Fri 12/10Sat 27/10
CPT - BCN • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
R6 299
Typical prices: R6 891-R10 092
Qatar Airways
Sun 7/10
CPT - BCN • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cape Town and Barcelona-El Prat Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
20 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 20 weeks in advance save around 19% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
March
Cheapest • 8% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
London Gatwick (LGW)
Cheapest • Avg R9 401 (return)
Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC)
Shortest trip • 15h 28m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Barcelona (CPT-BCN)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat

Mon, Oct 12 - Tue, Oct 27
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17:45 - 1:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
31h 20m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Milan Malpensa
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13:10 - 10:45BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-CPT Cape Town Intl
20h 35m2 stops Milan Malpensa Frankfurt am Main
R9 826Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Tue, Oct 27
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17:40 - 9:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
15h 45m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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6:45 - 10:45BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 00m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
R10 499Condor
Mon, Oct 12 - Tue, Oct 27
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17:45 - 22:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
28h 25m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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6:45 - 10:45BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 00m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
R10 729Condor
Sat, Oct 31 - Sat, Nov 14
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0:55 - 10:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
35h 00m1 stop Istanbul
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6:30 - 23:00BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 30m1 stop Istanbul
R11 089Turkish Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Sat, Nov 14
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0:55 - 23:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
23h 55m1 stop Istanbul
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6:30 - 23:00BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 30m1 stop Istanbul
R11 106Turkish Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Sun, Nov 29
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12:35 - 7:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
19h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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8:35 - 10:30BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R11 401Qatar Airways
Wed, Nov 18 - Sun, Nov 29
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12:35 - 7:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
19h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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8:35 - 10:30BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R11 450Qatar Airways
Mon, Nov 9 - Mon, Nov 16
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17:15 - 14:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
22h 15m2 stops Istanbul Rome Fiumicino
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13:10 - 23:00BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-CPT Cape Town Intl
32h 50m2 stops Rome Fiumicino Istanbul
R11 631Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jan 19 - Sat, Jan 23
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9:30 - 9:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
24h 35m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Zurich
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14:55 - 7:35BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 40m1 stop Zurich
R12 796SWISS
Tue, Jan 19 - Sat, Jan 23
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15:20 - 9:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
18h 45m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Zurich
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19:55 - 14:35BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 40m2 stops Zurich Johannesburg OR Tambo
R12 992SWISS
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport and is 4% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 5% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport at R11 975 return.
•August (R14 059) and July (R13 616) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 17% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport are cheapest 20 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 19% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

R6 299
Best time to beat the crowds (1% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 5% lower on average.
Flights from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport

When to book flights from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    A direct flight from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport takes 0h 00m, covering 13 732 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight?

    Return flights from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport range from R11 844 to R14 535, with an average of R12 954 over the past 12 months. Anything below R11 844 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 12% above the route average of R12 954. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R9 826 to R32 859. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R10 322, which is 28% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)?

    Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R26 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Record go
    • NIZACARS
    • Goldcar Rental SP
    • CLICK RENT
    • Ok Mobility

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    Flights from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and arrive at Barcelona-El Prat (BCN).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 32% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 25% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 14% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 8% of one-stop connections

    Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 8% on the Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at R12 549 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R13 616, a difference of R1 066. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    Flying via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 15h 28m, compared to 15h 53m via Zurich (ZRH) and 16h 38m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

  • What popular places can I visit in Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Barcelona-El Prat Airport are Playa de la Barceloneta, La Rambla, and Placa de Catalunya. These are among the most viewed places in Barcelona-El Prat Airport on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Monday flights average R12 549 – about R1 066 less than Saturday (8% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 20 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 19% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Barcelona-El Prat Airport trip for March. Fares historically average R11 975 return in that month – typically R2 083 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).

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