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Cheapest round-trip
$746
Typical prices: $818-$1,146
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Mon 11/5Sat 12/22
BCN - CPT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$464
Typical prices: $524-$851
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Thu 2/1
BCN - CPT • 3 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
16 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 16 weeks in advance save around 26% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 15% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top layover airports
London Gatwick (LGW)
Cheapest • Avg $569 (round-trip)
Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC)
Shortest trip • 14h 50m (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

Thu, Nov 5 - Tue, Dec 22
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10:20 pm - 9:00 pmBCN  Barcelona-El Prat-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 40m1 stop London Gatwick
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11:10 pm - 9:55 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
35h 45m1 stop London Gatwick
$746Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 27 - Tue, Dec 8
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12:20 pm - 11:00 pmBCN  Barcelona-El Prat-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 40m1 stop Istanbul
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5:15 pm - 10:55 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
18h 40m1 stop Istanbul
$750Turkish Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16
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10:05 am - 10:50 pmBCN  Barcelona-El Prat-CPT Cape Town Intl
35h 45m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
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7:35 pm - 6:25 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
47h 50m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$758Multiple Airlines
Sun, Dec 6 - Sun, Dec 13
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9:50 pm - 7:55 pmBCN  Barcelona-El Prat-CPT Cape Town Intl
45h 05m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
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11:20 am - 10:00 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
23h 40m1 stop London Gatwick
$765Multiple Airlines
Sat, Mar 27 - Tue, Apr 20
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8:20 pm - 9:45 pmBCN  Barcelona-El Prat-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 25m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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11:45 pm - 10:45 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
23h 00m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
$772Air France
Sun, Jan 17 - Sat, Jan 30
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11:25 am - 6:25 amBCN  Barcelona-El Prat-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 00m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle
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8:30 am - 9:00 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
25h 30m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
$776Multiple Airlines
Fri, Jan 15 - Wed, Mar 10
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11:15 am - 6:25 amBCN  Barcelona-El Prat-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 10m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle
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8:30 am - 10:55 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
15h 25m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
$777Multiple Airlines
Sun, Jan 17 - Sat, Jan 30
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11:25 am - 6:25 amBCN  Barcelona-El Prat-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 00m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle
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8:30 am - 9:00 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
25h 30m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
$778Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 16
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10:05 am - 7:55 pmBCN  Barcelona-El Prat-CPT Cape Town Intl
32h 50m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
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6:00 am - 6:55 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
25h 55m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$780Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Sun, Nov 22
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6:00 am - 9:45 amBCN  Barcelona-El Prat-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 45m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Johannesburg OR Tambo
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8:30 am - 10:55 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
15h 25m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
$782Multiple Airlines
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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 with more confidence.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cape Town. It’s 9% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 7% higher.

What’s 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 $796 round-trip.
•December ($1,187) 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 flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cape Town the cheapest?

Flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cape Town are cheapest 16 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 26% 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

$464
Beat the crowds with an average 52% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 87% increase in travelers.
One-way 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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class

  • 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 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.

  • 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 $818 to $1,146, with an average of $936 over the past 12 months. Anything below $818 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 10% above the $936 route average. Book 16 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • 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 $746 to $6,782. 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 $488, which is 29% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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:

    • Sixt
    • Europcar
    • Woodford
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz

  • 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).

  • 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) - 33% of one-stop connections
    • Zurich (ZRH) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) - 12% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 16% on flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cape Town. 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.

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

    Flying via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 14h 50m, compared with 15h 40m via Zurich (ZRH) and 15h 49m via London Heathrow (LHR).

  • What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Cape Town International Convention Centre, Camps Bay Beach and Sea Point Pavilion. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

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 are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $852, about $152 less than Friday fares (15% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 16 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 26% 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 $796 round-trip in that month - typically $391 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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