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Cheapest round-trip
$697
Typical prices: $811-$1,140
Condor
Sun 9/23Sun 9/30
BCN - CPT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$423
Typical prices: $593-$872
Multiple Airlines
Fri 11/30
BCN - CPT • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Barcelona-El Prat Airport and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
24 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 24 weeks in advance save around 22% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 16% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top layover airports
London Gatwick (LGW)
Cheapest • Avg $678 (round-trip)
Zurich (ZRH)
Shortest trip • 15h 41m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Barcelona to Cape Town (BCN-CPT)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Barcelona to Cape Town

Wed, Sep 23 - Wed, Sep 30
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5:00 pm - 8:25 amBCN  Barcelona-El Prat-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 25m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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5:40 pm - 10:10 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
28h 30m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$697Condor
Tue, Oct 6 - Mon, Oct 12
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11:05 am - 10:10 pmBCN  Barcelona-El Prat-CPT Cape Town Intl
35h 05m1 stop London Gatwick
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12:10 am - 10:35 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
34h 25m1 stop London Gatwick
$747Multiple Airlines
Tue, Feb 16 - Thu, Feb 25
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11:50 am - 7:40 amBCN  Barcelona-El Prat-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 50m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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9:30 am - 11:05 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
14h 35m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
$764Lufthansa
Sun, Feb 14 - Thu, Feb 25
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1:50 pm - 10:35 amBCN  Barcelona-El Prat-CPT Cape Town Intl
19h 45m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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9:30 am - 11:05 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
14h 35m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
$786Lufthansa
Sun, Feb 14 - Wed, Feb 24
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1:50 pm - 10:35 amBCN  Barcelona-El Prat-CPT Cape Town Intl
19h 45m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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9:30 am - 11:05 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
14h 35m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
$788Lufthansa
Thu, Oct 1 - Wed, Oct 7
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8:30 pm - 10:10 pmBCN  Barcelona-El Prat-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 40m1 stop London Gatwick
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12:10 am - 7:50 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
19h 40m1 stop London Gatwick
$789Multiple Airlines
Tue, Feb 16 - Thu, Feb 25
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3:20 pm - 10:35 amBCN  Barcelona-El Prat-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 15m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Frankfurt am Main
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9:30 am - 11:05 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
14h 35m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
$796Lufthansa
Wed, Sep 23 - Wed, Sep 30
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5:00 pm - 8:25 amBCN  Barcelona-El Prat-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 25m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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2:00 pm - 10:10 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
32h 10m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Frankfurt am Main
$823Multiple Airlines
Wed, Sep 23 - Wed, Sep 30
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5:00 pm - 8:25 amBCN  Barcelona-El Prat-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 25m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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2:00 pm - 10:10 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
32h 10m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Frankfurt am Main
$825Multiple Airlines
Tue, Feb 16 - Thu, Feb 25
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6:20 am - 7:40 amBCN  Barcelona-El Prat-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 20m2 stops Zurich Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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9:30 am - 9:05 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
24h 35m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Zurich
$827SWISS
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Price, demand and travel trends for Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cape Town flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cape Town?

Round-trip flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cape Town start at $697. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $811 to $1,140. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $697 on Condor.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cape Town, it is 10% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 6% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • November is the cheapest month to fly from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cape Town at $790 round-trip.
  • December ($1,180) and July ($1,112) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 49% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cape Town are cheapest 24 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 22% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$423
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 2% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 4% lower on average.
Flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cape Town

When to book flights from Barcelona to Cape Town

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

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

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

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

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cape Town.

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

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

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 32% of one-stop connections
    • Zurich (ZRH) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) - 11% 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 Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cape Town?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 16% on the Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cape Town route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $852 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,004, a difference of $152. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town International Convention Centre and Sea Point Pavilion. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 5% above the route average of $940. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A nonstop flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cape Town takes 0h 00m, covering 5,302 miles.

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

    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.

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

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $697 to $6,422. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cape Town are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $466, which is 35% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Zurich (ZRH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 15h 41m, compared with 15h 46m via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) and 16h 03m via London Heathrow (LHR).

  • What car rental options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

    Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $3 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Europcar
    · Sixt
    · GREEN MOTION
    · Hertz
    · Woodford

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

    Round-trip flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cape Town range from $811 to $1,140, with an average of $940 over the past 12 months. Anything below $811 counts as a good deal.

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

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $852 - about $152 less than Friday (15% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 24 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 22% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cape Town trip for November. Fares historically average $790 round-trip in that month - typically $390 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cape Town Intl Airport.
    - Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
    - Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport
    - Mbalentle

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