Which airlines fly to Madrid?

There may be other airlines that fly to Madrid from South Africa, but the most popular among our users are Qatar Airways, Emirates, Ethiopian Air and Etihad Airways. These airlines should offer flights to Madrid on a routine basis if you’re flying from one of the more popular airports in South Africa.

Emirates Flights to Madrid

Emirates is a popular choice for users travelling to Madrid. It operates 19 flights every week to Madrid, most often flying from Bogotá El Dorado. Emirates ticket prices will depend on when and where you need to fly from - deals as low as R11 667 (from Cape Town Intl) have been found by momondo users. In 3 334 reviews, momondo users have rated Emirates at an average score of 8,1/10.

KLM Flights to Madrid

KLM flies to Madrid 27 times per week usually, making it a popular airline to fly with, particularly when heading to Madrid from Amsterdam Schiphol. KLM (rating: 7,8, 1 385 reviews) varies in price depending on when and where you want to fly to Madrid from. The best KLM ticket price found on momondo to Madrid was from Cape Town Intl (R9 540 return).

How long does it take to fly to Madrid?

The flight from South Africa to Madrid depends on which airports you’re departing from and arriving to, and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo (a popular airport in South Africa) to Madrid Barajas (the most popular airport in Madrid), then the flight time is 14h 25m on average. If you fly from Cape Town Intl (another popular airport in South Africa) to Madrid Barajas, then the average flight time is 16h 35m.

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9:50 - 19:05JNB-MAD

34h 15m1 stop

21:10 - 8:20MAD-JNB

34h 10m1 stop

R10 759Etihad Airways

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Thu, Oct 30 - Thu, Nov 6

9:50 - 7:35JNB-MAD

22h 45m1 stop

21:10 - 8:20MAD-JNB

34h 10m1 stop

R10 915Etihad Airways

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Thu, Oct 30 - Thu, Nov 6

13:45 - 13:50JNB-MAD

25h 05m1 stop

22:25 - 8:40MAD-JNB

33h 15m1 stop

R12 546Qatar Airways

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Mon, Nov 3 - Mon, Nov 17

18:55 - 16:55CPT-MAD

23h 00m1 stop

19:25 - 12:10MAD-CPT

15h 45m1 stop

R12 633British Airways

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Thu, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 3

18:55 - 11:00CPT-MAD

17h 05m1 stop

18:05 - 12:10MAD-CPT

17h 05m1 stop

R12 685British Airways

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Fri, Feb 13 - Tue, Feb 17

13:40 - 12:40CPT-MAD

24h 00m1 stop

21:45 - 16:45MAD-CPT

18h 00m1 stop

R12 858Emirates

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Sun, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 17

19:10 - 12:40DUR-MAD

18h 30m1 stop

21:45 - 17:10MAD-DUR

18h 25m1 stop

R13 361Emirates

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Fri, Jan 30 - Tue, Feb 10

14:35 - 5:25CPT-MAD

15h 50m1 stop

21:25 - 8:20MAD-CPT

33h 55m2 stops

R13 743Ethiopian Air

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Fri, Feb 13 - Tue, Feb 17

23:00 - 5:25JNB-MAD

31h 25m1 stop

21:25 - 13:05MAD-JNB

14h 40m1 stop

R16 971Ethiopian Air

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Thu, Oct 30 - Thu, Nov 6

7:00 - 8:25DUR-MAD

26h 25m2 stops

13:00 - 10:55MAD-DUR

20h 55m3 stops

R17 144Qatar Airways

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JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/10

9:50-19:05

1 stop34h 15m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 6/11

21:10-8:20

1 stop34h 10m

R10 759

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/10

9:50-7:35

1 stop22h 45m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 6/11

21:10-8:20

1 stop34h 10m

R10 915

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/11

13:45-13:50

1 stop25h 05m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 17/11

22:25-8:40

1 stop33h 15m

R12 546

Cape TownMadrid

CPT - MAD

CPTMAD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 30/10

18:55-16:55

1 stop23h 00m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 3/11

19:25-12:10

1 stop15h 45m

R12 633

Cape TownMadrid

CPT - MAD

CPTMAD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 13/2

18:55-11:00

1 stop17h 05m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 17/2

18:05-12:10

1 stop17h 05m

R12 685

Cape TownMadrid

CPT - MAD

CPTMAD

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/11

13:40-12:40

1 stop24h 00m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 17/11

21:45-16:45

1 stop18h 00m

R12 858

DurbanMadrid

DUR - MAD

DURMAD

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 30/1

19:10-12:40

1 stop18h 30m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 10/2

21:45-17:10

1 stop18h 25m

R13 361

Cape TownMadrid

CPT - MAD

CPTMAD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 13/2

14:35-5:25

1 stop15h 50m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 17/2

21:25-8:20

2 stops33h 55m

R13 743

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/10

23:00-5:25

1 stop31h 25m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 6/11

21:25-13:05

1 stop14h 40m

R16 971

DurbanMadrid

DUR - MAD

DURMAD

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 30/1

7:00-8:25

2 stops26h 25m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 10/2

13:00-10:55

3 stops20h 55m

R17 144

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Madrid?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from South Africa to Madrid. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around R10 984. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to Madrid from South Africa during November instead. Flights to Madrid in November, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around R11 435.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Madrid?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Madrid is on a Monday when prices can be found for as low as R11 407. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to depart from South Africa because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around R12 360.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Madrid?

At midday is the cheapest time of day to fly from South Africa to Madrid when you can find flight prices for as low as R11 319. Flying to Madrid at midday is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights in the afternoon are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of R12 629.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Madrid?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Madrid from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Madrid for around R12 624 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Madrid from South Africa for as low as R11 244 on momondo.

Cheapest flights to Madrid Barajas

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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO MADRID FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	February	14% cheaper	Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Madrid costs on average just R10 984 in February
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO MADRID FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	August	16% more expensive	It costs about R14 732 for flights to Madrid from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in August
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO MADRID FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	June	330% more users visited	More momondo users searched in flights to Madrid from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in June than any other month

Cheap Madrid flight deals and tips

Summary info about Madrid flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	R5 692
Best Round-Trip Price	R10 759
Fastest flight time	19h 00m
Popular in	July

The best one-way flight price to Madrid from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R5 692 (Cape Town Intl to Madrid Barajas).

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The best round-trip flight price to Madrid from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R10 759 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Madrid Barajas).

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The fastest flight to Madrid from South Africa takes 19h 00m (Cape Town Intl to Madrid Barajas).

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July has the highest demand for flights to Madrid, with a 13% price increase on average.

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Madrid

How far in advance should I book a flight to Madrid?

In general, most travellers find the cheapest time to book a flight to Madrid is about 89 days prior to their departure date, when tickets on average are R12 624.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Madrid Barajas Airport?

Prices for flights to Madrid Barajas Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Madrid Barajas Airport?

As of September 2025, there are 14 operators available to choose from for flights to Madrid Barajas Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly to Madrid Barajas Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel to Madrid Barajas Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Madrid Barajas Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Madrid Barajas Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Madrid Barajas Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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