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Cheapest return flight
£626
Typical prices: £600-£843
Lufthansa
Sat 13/1Sun 28/1
BCN - CPT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£390
Typical prices: £438-£645
Qatar Airways
Thu 15/11
BCN - CPT • 1 stop
Direct 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 travellers 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 stopover airports
London Gatwick (LGW)
Cheapest • Avg £501 (return)
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 return flight deals from Barcelona to Cape Town

Wed, 13 Jan - Thu, 28 Jan
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12:55 - 10:35BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-CPT Cape Town Intl
20h 40m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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09:30 - 23:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
14h 35m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
£626Lufthansa
Thu, 14 Jan - Wed, 27 Jan
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12:55 - 10:35BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-CPT Cape Town Intl
20h 40m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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19:10 - 09:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
15h 00m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
£629Lufthansa
Wed, 13 Jan - Wed, 27 Jan
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12:55 - 10:35BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-CPT Cape Town Intl
20h 40m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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19:10 - 09:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
15h 00m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
£630Lufthansa
Fri, 15 Jan - Thu, 28 Jan
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12:55 - 10:35BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-CPT Cape Town Intl
20h 40m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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09:30 - 23:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
14h 35m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
£634Lufthansa
Fri, 15 Jan - Wed, 27 Jan
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12:55 - 10:35BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-CPT Cape Town Intl
20h 40m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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19:10 - 13:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
18h 50m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
£636Lufthansa
Mon, 22 Feb - Mon, 8 Mar
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11:50 - 07:40BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 50m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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09:30 - 23:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
14h 35m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
£639Lufthansa
Sun, 17 Jan - Mon, 1 Feb
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11:50 - 07:40BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 50m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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09:30 - 23:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
14h 35m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
£641Lufthansa
Mon, 22 Feb - Sat, 6 Mar
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09:10 - 07:40BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 30m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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09:30 - 23:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
14h 35m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
£642Lufthansa
Wed, 13 Jan - Wed, 27 Jan
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12:55 - 10:35BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-CPT Cape Town Intl
20h 40m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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19:10 - 11:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
16h 50m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Munich Franz Josef Strauss
£648Lufthansa
Tue, 20 Oct - Mon, 23 Nov
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22:50 - 17:30BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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00:55 - 17:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
17h 10m1 stop Istanbul
£650Multiple 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 from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cape Town with more confidence.

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

Return flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cape Town start at £626. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from £600 to £843. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £626 on Lufthansa.

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 and 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 £584 return.
  • December (£872) and July (£822) 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

£390
Best time to beat the crowds (2% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 4% lower on average.
Flights 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).

  • Which 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
    • Business Class

  • 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 £630 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at £742, a difference of £112. 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, Camps Bay Beach, and Newlands Cricket Ground. 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 £695. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A direct 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, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £626 to £4,617. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x 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 £471, which is 11% below the typical average for this route.

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

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

  • Which car hire options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

    Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £2 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?

    Return flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Cape Town range from £600 to £843, with an average of £695 over the past 12 months. Anything below £600 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 are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average £630 – about £112 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 £584 return in that month – typically £288 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

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