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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Johannesburg to Barcelona? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to Barcelona

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Johannesburg to Barcelona flights are currently cheapest in April.

Johannesburg to Barcelona: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Johannesburg to Barcelona below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Barcelona.

Johannesburg to Barcelona: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM2,387
Cheapest month to flyNovember

Finding cheap flights from Johannesburg to Barcelona: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Johannesburg to Barcelona is RM2,387. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Johannesburg to Barcelona. But we found flights with one stop from RM2,387.
As of November 2025, there are no flights flying from Johannesburg to Barcelona.
The cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to Barcelona is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Johannesburg to Barcelona Airport on Sunday, 23 November 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Johannesburg and Barcelona Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Barcelona but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Barcelona is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Barcelona is Lufthansa .

Travelling from Johannesburg to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): What you need to know

  • O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is Johannesburg's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Johannesburg to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) leaving from here.

  • The timezone in Barcelona is UTC+1, which is one hour behind Johannesburg. Barcelona-El Prat Airport is located in Barcelona.

  • Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from Johannesburg to BCN. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Planning to travel during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

Airports in Johannesburg

O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

  • We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from Johannesburg to BCN that include a stopover. To explore all your options departing from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between JNB and BCN include:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)

  • The journey from central Johannesburg to JNB takes around 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 29 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near O.R. Tambo International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Johannesburg to Barcelona-El Prat Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are the answer:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of O.R. Tambo International Airport, data shows 77.1% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.

Lanseria International Airport (HLA)

  • The drive from central Johannesburg to HLA generally takes 50 minutes, depending on traffic. The distance from the city centre to the airport is around 48 kilometres.

  • Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Johannesburg to BCN flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Lanseria International Airport:

About Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)

Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona

  • Barcelona-El Prat Airport to central Barcelona is around 13 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, do some research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.

  • If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)

  • At the moment, RM1,563 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM2,387. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Johannesburg to BCN if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.

  • Cheap Johannesburg to Barcelona-El Prat Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across the month and then pick the cheapest day.

  • There's no need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you when a better deal comes up on plane tickets from Johannesburg to BCN.

  • Save money on your flight from Johannesburg to Barcelona-El Prat Airport by using the search filters. Select your preferred duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Johannesburg to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)

  • It's time to decide when to book your flight from Johannesburg to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN). July is the peak month for travel to Barcelona. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, think about going in February.

  • When booking your Johannesburg to BCN plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Barcelona, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from Johannesburg to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF).

More about Barcelona

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Barcelona right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from Johannesburg to Barcelona-El Prat Airport:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be difficult to know where to begin. Sagrada Familia, Vinalium Sagrada Familia and Placa de la Sagrada Familia are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Barcelona itinerary.

Explore more of Spain

  • Zaragoza is just one of the many places in Spain waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Barcelona. Around 241 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include Plaza España, Plaza del Pilar and La Seo del Salvador.

  • Ibiza is another sought-after destination in Spain and is around 274 kilometres south of Barcelona. No trip is complete without dropping by Platja d'en Bossa, Blue Ocean Ibiza and Playa de Ses Salines.

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