What is the most punctual flight time for Madrid to Cape Town flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the morning have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

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

Iberia and Ethiopian Air are the most popular carriers operating from Madrid Barajas to Cape Town Intl

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.

How often are flights from Madrid to Cape Town delayed?

Historically, on average around 100% of flights between Madrid and Cape Town have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 85 minutes.

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.

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

Flights via Istanbul (IST) offer the lowest average return price of R15 617.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Saturday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

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.

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 August 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.

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10:15 - 22:10MAD Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl

35h 55m1 stop London Gatwick

0:10 - 20:30CPT Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas

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18:55 - 22:10MAD Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl

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Thu, Sep 17 - Fri, Sep 25

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

36h 00m1 stop London Gatwick

0:10 - 20:30CPT Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas

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Sat, Sep 19 - Fri, Sep 25

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

15h 00m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

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

16h 05m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

R11 428Ethiopian Air

Mon, Sep 28 - Wed, Oct 21

22:30 - 22:10MAD Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl

23h 40m1 stop London Gatwick

0:10 - 20:30CPT Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas

20h 20m1 stop London Gatwick

R11 461Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 22 - Fri, Sep 25

21:20 - 22:10MAD Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl

24h 50m1 stop London Gatwick

0:10 - 20:30CPT Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas

20h 20m1 stop London Gatwick

R11 478Multiple Airlines

Sat, Sep 19 - Fri, Sep 25

18:55 - 22:10MAD Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl

27h 15m1 stop London Stansted

0:10 - 0:15CPT Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas

24h 05m1 stop London Gatwick

R11 543Multiple Airlines

Thu, Sep 17 - Sun, Sep 20

7:25 - 7:40MAD Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl

23h 15m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

9:30 - 23:35CPT Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas

15h 05m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

R11 741Lufthansa

Mon, Feb 1 - Tue, Feb 16

10:05 - 7:35MAD Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl

20h 30m1 stop Zurich

9:20 - 9:20CPT Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas

25h 00m1 stop Zurich

R11 790SWISS

Sat, Jan 16 - Sun, Jan 31

23:05 - 14:10MAD Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl

15h 05m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

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

14h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

R11 905Ethiopian Air

Mon, Aug 24 - Mon, Sep 7

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17:20 - 21:10MAD Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl

27h 50m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

23:15 - 19:35CPT Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas

20h 20m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R14 092KLM

Sun, Aug 9 - Sun, Aug 23

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

24h 55m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

23:15 - 16:25CPT Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas

17h 10m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

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Mon, Aug 10 - Sun, Aug 23

17:20 - 21:25MAD Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl

28h 05m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

23:15 - 16:25CPT Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas

17h 10m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R14 092KLM

Sat, Aug 8 - Sun, Aug 23

20:15 - 21:25MAD Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl

25h 10m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol

23:15 - 16:25CPT Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas

17h 10m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R14 421Multiple Airlines

Mon, Aug 10 - Sun, Aug 23

20:15 - 21:25MAD Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl

25h 10m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol

23:15 - 16:25CPT Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas

17h 10m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R14 421Multiple Airlines

Sat, Aug 8 - Sun, Aug 23

20:15 - 21:10MAD Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl

24h 55m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol

23:15 - 16:25CPT Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas

17h 10m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R14 421Multiple Airlines

Sun, Aug 9 - Sun, Aug 23

17:45 - 21:25MAD Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl

27h 40m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol

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

24h 00m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle

R14 947Air France

Sat, Aug 8 - Sun, Aug 23

20:15 - 21:10MAD Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl

24h 55m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol

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

24h 00m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle

R14 947Air France

Sun, Aug 9 - Sun, Aug 23

23:05 - 14:10MAD Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl

15h 05m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

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

14h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

R16 493Ethiopian Air

Mon, Aug 10 - Mon, Aug 24

23:05 - 14:10MAD Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl

15h 05m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

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

14h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

R16 953Ethiopian Air

Mon, Aug 10 - Fri, Aug 28

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Aug 28

MAD6:00Madrid Barajas

15h 25m

1 stop

CPT21:25Cape Town Intl

Sept 13

CPT23:15Cape Town Intl

20h 20m

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MAD19:35Madrid Barajas

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Aug 30

MAD6:00Madrid Barajas

15h 25m

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CPT21:25Cape Town Intl

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CPT23:15Cape Town Intl

17h 10m

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R12 760

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Aug 28

MAD20:30Madrid Barajas

24h 55m

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CPT21:25Cape Town Intl

Sept 13

CPT23:15Cape Town Intl

20h 20m

1 stop

MAD19:35Madrid Barajas

R12 777

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Jan 30

MAD6:00Madrid Barajas

23h 25m

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CPT6:25Cape Town Intl

Feb 14

CPT8:30Cape Town Intl

15h 35m

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MAD23:05Madrid Barajas

R12 925

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Aug 8

MAD17:45Madrid Barajas

27h 40m

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CPT21:25Cape Town Intl

Aug 23

CPT23:15Cape Town Intl

24h 00m

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MAD23:15Madrid Barajas

R14 947

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Aug 19

MAD17:45Madrid Barajas

27h 40m

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CPT23:15Cape Town Intl

17h 30m

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Cape Town Intl

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Cape Town Intl

Fri 25/9

0:10-20:30

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MAD Madrid Barajas - CPT Cape Town Intl

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Cape Town Intl

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Cape Town Intl

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MAD Madrid Barajas - CPT Cape Town Intl

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7:25-7:40

1 stop23h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 16/2

9:30-23:35

1 stop15h 05m

R11 741

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MAD Madrid Barajas - CPT Cape Town Intl

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Madrid Barajas

Sat 16/1

10:05-7:35

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Cape Town Intl

Sun 31/1

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1 stop25h 00m

R11 790

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23:05-14:10

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Mon 7/9

15:10-5:55

1 stop14h 45m

R11 905

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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 R13 665 to R18 219.
The lowest price recently found on this route was R11 034.

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 481. 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 R13 056.

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 332 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 941 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Madrid to Cape Town flights?

You could potentially save up to 21% on your flight if you consider stops on a Madrid to Cape Town flight.

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

As of August 2026, prices for Madrid to Cape Town flights are approximately 16% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Madrid to Cape Town

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Fastest flight time	14h 35m
Direct flights	None

The fastest flight from Madrid to Cape Town takes 14h 35m

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 35m 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 August 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.

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R11 450	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 017 reviews		Search Ethiopian Air flights

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Paarl

Hermanus

Gordon's Bay

Somerset West

Franschhoek

Wellington

Simon's Town

Atlantis

Porterville

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