SkyTeam member Air France is currently running a nice sale on tickets for flights in premium economy class from Barcelona to Johannesburg. You can purchase a round-trip from Europe to South Africa at prices starting at only €830.
There’s good availability for this deal all year long, except in July.
Departing from Barcelona, Air France will fly you to Paris Charles-de-Gaulle. After a – mostly pretty short – layover, you will change aircraft and travel to Johannesburg on board of a Boeing 777.
Search & Book
Sadly, we haven’t been able to find an end date for this deal. There are no visible fare rules. You can find available dates throughout the entire year, except July.
Check Google Flights (instructions) to find the lowest fares. As always, you can save a few Euros by using our Travel Dealz flight search and comparing prices that OTAs offer. Or book your flights directly on the carrier’s website. Prices won’t differ that much, so the choice is yours.
Miles
The short feeder flights between Barcelona and Paris, which are operated in economy class, are issued in booking class Y. The long-haul flights are issued in booking class A. That means that you should expect the following mileage:
- 17,624 RDM + 2,928 MQD on Delta SkyMiles
- 13,012 Miles on MEA Cedar Miles
- 13,012 Miles on GOL Aéreos Smiles
- 12,858 Miles on Aeromexico Club Premier
- 12,358 Miles on CSA OK Plus
- 11,926 Miles on Aerolíneas Argentinas AerolíneasPlus
- 11,926 Miles on Saudia Alfursan
- 11,926 Miles on Vietnam Airlines Lotusmiles
- 11,926 Miles on Korean Air Skypass
- 11,926 Miles on Garuda Indonesia GarudaMiles
- 11,926 Miles on Air Europa Suma
- 11,926 Award Miles on Etihad Guest
- 11,926 Award Miles on Japan Airlines Mileage Bank
- 11,458 Award Miles + 120 Tier Points on Virgin Atlantic Flying Club
- 6,498 Points on Malaysia Airlines Enrich
Information & Tips for South Africa
South Africa is the touristically most visited country in the south of Africa. Whether its Safaris, tours of wine regions or the Table Mountain – visitors won’t be disappointed!
Traditionally, flights from Europa to South Africa have been quite expensive. In recent years however, airlines such as Iberia, Egyptair and British Airways have been offering cheaper and cheaper flights – even in premium cabins! If you are flexible in regards to your point of departure, the array of airlines with cheap tickets becomes even greater.
Best Time to Visit
South Africa is a huge country and therefore doesn’t have a single best time to visit. It really depends on what you want to see. The cities Johannesburg and Cape Town have the best weather in Fall (March – Mai) and Spring (September – November).
Immigration & Visa Requirements
If you have a valid EU passport and a valid return ticket, you will be given a visitor’s visa with a validity of 90 days. Turn to the ministry of foreign affairs of your country for more information.
Currency
The currency used in South Africa is the Rand (ZAR). One Euro are approximately 16 ZAR. Make sure to use a credit card that does not charge high fees for withdrawals or payments in foreign currencies.
Finding the Best eSIM Plan
We’ve compared various eSIM providers, such as Airalo and BNESIM. To see which plan is best for your travel needs, and which network offers the best coverage, feel free to read our detailed guide:
The Best eSIM Plans for South Africa 🇿🇦 Compared
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Information & Tips for Johannesburg
Johannesburg has 9,6 million inhabitants and is the largest city and most important business and financial center in Africa south of the Sahara. The city is well connected to Europe by air, flights for under 500€ (round trip) are becoming increasingly more common.
Best Time to Travel
The best times to visit Johannesburg are during fall (March – May) and during spring (September – Novemver). Temperatures are warm but pleasant and rainfall is comparatively rare.
From the Airport to the City
One possibility is taking the Gautrain, a type of local commuter rail. A trip to the city center takes about 25 minutes and costs approximately 12€. Taking a cab or an Uber runs you about 18€ to 24€.
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Hotels in Johannesburg
It’s always better to check for affordable and good hotels prior to your trip. We normally recommend booking.com. Also, it’s worth checking out our latest coupon and hotel offers:
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