Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Madrid to Cape Town?

Addis Ababa (ADD) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 32m.

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Madrid and Cape Town?

Addis Ababa (ADD) was the most common stop: 50% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Madrid Barajas to Cape Town Intl?

Iberia, Qatar Airways, and Etihad Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Madrid Barajas to Cape Town Intl

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Madrid to Cape Town?

Flights via Istanbul (IST) offer the lowest average return price of R15 338.

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Madrid to Cape Town?

Flights connecting via Addis Ababa (ADD) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 14h 35m.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Madrid Barajas Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?

Prices for flights from Madrid Barajas Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Madrid Barajas Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?

The number of operators available for flights from Madrid Barajas Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport is 1 as of September 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Madrid Barajas Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Madrid Barajas Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Cape Town Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cape Town Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

R7 219 Cheap Flights from Madrid to Cape Town in 2026

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6:45 - 22:10MAD Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl

39h 25m2 stops Faro London Luton

0:10 - 22:25CPT Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas

22h 15m1 stop London Gatwick

R11 450Multiple Airlines

Sat, Oct 10 - Mon, Oct 19

23:10 - 13:30MAD Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl

14h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

13:50 - 5:55CPT Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas

16h 05m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

R11 709Ethiopian Air

Mon, Sep 28 - Wed, Oct 14

10:00 - 6:25MAD Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl

19h 25m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

8:30 - 23:05CPT Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas

15h 35m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

R11 709Air France

Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 14

12:35 - 6:25MAD Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl

16h 50m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

8:30 - 23:05CPT Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas

15h 35m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

R11 709Air France

Thu, Nov 19 - Sun, Dec 6

6:00 - 6:25MAD Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl

23h 25m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

8:30 - 9:10CPT Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas

25h 40m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

R11 709Air France

Fri, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 13

23:10 - 13:30MAD Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl

14h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

15:10 - 5:55CPT Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas

14h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

R11 741Ethiopian Air

Mon, Sep 28 - Wed, Oct 14

21:25 - 13:00MAD Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl

14h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

15:10 - 5:25CPT Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas

15h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

R11 757Ethiopian Air

Mon, Jan 25 - Mon, Feb 15

21:25 - 13:00MAD Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl

14h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

13:50 - 5:25CPT Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas

16h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

R11 773Ethiopian Air

Mon, Oct 26 - Mon, Nov 2

21:25 - 13:00MAD Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl

14h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

13:50 - 5:25CPT Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas

16h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

R11 789Ethiopian Air

Tue, Feb 23 - Wed, Mar 3

23:10 - 14:10MAD Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl

15h 00m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

15:10 - 5:55CPT Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas

14h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

R11 822Ethiopian Air

Thu, Oct 8 - Mon, Oct 19

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23:10 - 13:30MAD Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl

14h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

13:50 - 5:55CPT Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas

16h 05m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

R11 709Ethiopian Air

Thu, Sep 17 - Wed, Sep 30

23:10 - 13:30MAD Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl

14h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

15:10 - 5:55CPT Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas

14h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

R11 741Ethiopian Air

Thu, Sep 17 - Wed, Sep 30

23:10 - 13:30MAD Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl

14h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

13:50 - 5:55CPT Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas

16h 05m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

R11 789Ethiopian Air

Thu, Sep 17 - Wed, Sep 30

23:10 - 13:30MAD Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl

14h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

15:10 - 5:55CPT Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas

14h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

R11 822Ethiopian Air

Thu, Sep 17 - Wed, Sep 30

23:10 - 13:30MAD Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl

14h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

15:10 - 5:55CPT Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas

14h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

R11 854Ethiopian Air

Thu, Sep 17 - Wed, Sep 30

23:10 - 13:30MAD Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl

14h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

15:10 - 5:55CPT Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas

14h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

R11 870Ethiopian Air

Thu, Sep 17 - Wed, Sep 30

23:10 - 13:30MAD Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl

14h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

15:10 - 5:55CPT Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas

14h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

R11 983Ethiopian Air

Thu, Sep 17 - Wed, Sep 30

10:25 - 5:50MAD Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl

19h 25m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

23:15 - 16:45CPT Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas

17h 30m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle

R12 209Multiple Airlines

Thu, Sep 17 - Wed, Sep 30

6:00 - 21:25MAD Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl

15h 25m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

0:15 - 15:35CPT Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas

15h 20m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

R12 613Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 15 - Sun, Sep 27

20:30 - 21:25MAD Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl

24h 55m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

0:15 - 23:15CPT Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas

23h 00m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

R12 645Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 15 - Sun, Sep 27

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Air France flights from Madrid to Cape Town

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Air France

Dec 4

MAD10:00Madrid Barajas

19h 25m

1 stop

CPT6:25Cape Town Intl

Dec 14

CPT8:30Cape Town Intl

15h 35m

1 stop

MAD23:05Madrid Barajas

R11 709

Air France

Dec 2

MAD20:05Madrid Barajas

33h 20m

1 stop

CPT6:25Cape Town Intl

Dec 16

CPT8:30Cape Town Intl

15h 35m

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MAD23:05Madrid Barajas

R11 902

Air France

Dec 4

MAD12:35Madrid Barajas

16h 50m

1 stop

CPT6:25Cape Town Intl

Dec 13

CPT8:30Cape Town Intl

25h 40m

1 stop

MAD9:10Madrid Barajas

R12 015

Qatar Airways flights from Madrid to Cape Town

Our best Qatar Airways deals on Madrid to Cape Town flight tickets

Qatar Airways

Sept 17

MAD15:45Madrid Barajas

25h 45m

1 stop

CPT17:30Cape Town Intl

Sept 30

CPT19:30Cape Town Intl

25h 55m

1 stop

MAD21:25Madrid Barajas

R14 034

Qatar Airways

Sept 14

MAD22:45Madrid Barajas

35h 30m

1 stop

CPT10:15Cape Town Intl

Sept 29

CPT7:00Cape Town Intl

31h 15m

2 stops

MAD14:15Madrid Barajas

R15 213

Qatar Airways

Sept 14

MAD22:45Madrid Barajas

35h 30m

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CPT10:15Cape Town Intl

Sept 29

CPT15:20Cape Town Intl

22h 55m

2 stops

MAD14:15Madrid Barajas

R15 245

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MAD Madrid Barajas - CPT Cape Town Intl

MADCPT

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Sat 10/10

6:45-22:10

2 stops39h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 19/10

0:10-22:25

1 stop22h 15m

R11 450

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MAD Madrid Barajas - CPT Cape Town Intl

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Mon 28/9

23:10-13:30

1 stop14h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 14/10

13:50-5:55

1 stop16h 05m

R11 709

MadridCape Town

MAD Madrid Barajas - CPT Cape Town Intl

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Fri 4/12

10:00-6:25

1 stop19h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 14/12

8:30-23:05

1 stop15h 35m

R11 709

MadridCape Town

MAD Madrid Barajas - CPT Cape Town Intl

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Thu 19/11

12:35-6:25

1 stop16h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 6/12

8:30-23:05

1 stop15h 35m

R11 709

MadridCape Town

MAD Madrid Barajas - CPT Cape Town Intl

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Fri 4/12

6:00-6:25

1 stop23h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 13/12

8:30-9:10

1 stop25h 40m

R11 709

Fastest return journey

MadridCape Town

MAD Madrid Barajas - CPT Cape Town Intl

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Mon 28/9

23:10-13:30

1 stop14h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 14/10

15:10-5:55

1 stop14h 45m

R11 741

MadridCape Town

MAD Madrid Barajas - CPT Cape Town Intl

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Mon 25/1

21:25-13:00

1 stop14h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 15/2

15:10-5:25

1 stop15h 15m

R11 757

MadridCape Town

MAD Madrid Barajas - CPT Cape Town Intl

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Mon 26/10

21:25-13:00

1 stop14h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/11

13:50-5:25

1 stop16h 35m

R11 773

MadridCape Town

MAD Madrid Barajas - CPT Cape Town Intl

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Tue 23/2

21:25-13:00

1 stop14h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 3/3

13:50-5:25

1 stop16h 35m

R11 789

MadridCape Town

MAD Madrid Barajas - CPT Cape Town Intl

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Thu 8/10

23:10-14:10

1 stop15h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 19/10

15:10-5:55

1 stop14h 45m

R11 822

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Madrid and Cape Town?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from R12 694 to R16 376.
The lowest price recently found on this route was R11 450.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

The month of January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town from Madrid, with most prices found around R12 258. If you aren’t able to travel to Cape Town during the month of January, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R12 726.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cape Town from Madrid when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around R14 209 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cape Town from Madrid for as low as R12 710 on momondo.

How have Madrid to Cape Town flight prices changed over time?

As of September 2026, prices for Madrid to Cape Town flights are approximately 33% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Madrid to Cape Town

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Best price found	R7 219
Fastest flight time	14h 20m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Cape Town from Madrid in the past 72 hours is R7 219. The best return flight deal from Madrid to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R11 450.

The fastest flight from Madrid to Cape Town takes 14h 20m

There are no direct flights from Madrid to Cape Town. There are no popular flight routes from Madrid to Cape Town.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Madrid to Cape Town

How far is Madrid Barajas to Cape Town Intl by plane?
Cape Town Intl is 8567,0 km away from Madrid Barajas. 14h 20m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Madrid Barajas Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from Madrid Barajas Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Madrid Barajas Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Madrid Barajas Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport is 1 as of September 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Madrid Barajas Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Madrid Barajas Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Cape Town Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cape Town Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Madrid to Cape Town?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Madrid and Cape Town, the leading airline is Ethiopian Air, making up 100% of the total bookings.

Best airlines flying from Madrid to Cape Town

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R11 246	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 040 reviews		Search Ethiopian Air flights

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Hermanus

Gordon's Bay

Somerset West

Franschhoek

Wellington

Simon's Town

Atlantis

Porterville

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