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

Ethiopian Air is the most popular carrier operating from Madrid Barajas to Cape Town Intl

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

Flights via Istanbul (IST) offer the lowest average return price of R15 602.

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.

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.

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.

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 2 as of June 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 721 Cheap Flights from Madrid to Cape Town in 2026

Q: 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 898 to R18 991. The lowest price recently found on this route was R11 286.

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15:15 - 13:50

MAD

CPT

22h 35m

2 stops

14:35 - 13:40

CPT

MAD

23h 05m

2 stops

R11 286Multiple Airlines

Thu, Aug 27 - Tue, Sep 22

22:55 - 22:10

MAD

CPT

47h 15m

2 stops

0:10 - 23:20

CPT

MAD

23h 10m

1 stop

R12 025Multiple Airlines

Fri, Sep 11 - Fri, Sep 18

15:15 - 13:50

MAD

CPT

22h 35m

2 stops

17:45 - 13:40

CPT

MAD

19h 55m

1 stop

R12 272Multiple Airlines

Thu, Aug 27 - Tue, Sep 22

21:45 - 16:45

MAD

CPT

18h 00m

1 stop

20:00 - 12:40

CPT

MAD

41h 40m

1 stop

R12 797Emirates

Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 12

23:05 - 14:10

MAD

CPT

15h 05m

1 stop

15:10 - 5:55

CPT

MAD

14h 45m

1 stop

R12 863Ethiopian Air

Mon, Aug 24 - Mon, Sep 7

21:20 - 22:10

MAD

CPT

24h 50m

1 stop

0:10 - 22:45

CPT

MAD

22h 35m

2 stops

R12 896Multiple Airlines

Sat, Sep 12 - Sun, Oct 4

23:05 - 14:10

MAD

CPT

15h 05m

1 stop

15:10 - 5:55

CPT

MAD

14h 45m

1 stop

R12 945Ethiopian Air

Mon, Aug 24 - Mon, Sep 7

21:20 - 22:10

MAD

CPT

24h 50m

1 stop

0:10 - 20:30

CPT

MAD

20h 20m

1 stop

R12 978Multiple Airlines

Sat, Sep 12 - Sun, Oct 4

21:20 - 22:10

MAD

CPT

24h 50m

1 stop

0:10 - 20:30

CPT

MAD

20h 20m

1 stop

R13 077Multiple Airlines

Sat, Sep 12 - Fri, Oct 2

10:25 - 21:25

MAD

CPT

35h 00m

1 stop

23:15 - 9:30

CPT

MAD

34h 15m

1 stop

R13 126KLM

Tue, Aug 25 - Mon, Aug 31

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Emirates flights from Madrid to Cape Town

Our best Emirates deals on Madrid to Cape Town flight tickets

Emirates

Nov 5

MAD21:45Madrid Barajas

18h 00m

1 stop

CPT16:45Cape Town Intl

Nov 12

CPT20:00Cape Town Intl

41h 40m

1 stop

MAD12:40Madrid Barajas

R12 797

Emirates

Oct 7

MAD15:25Madrid Barajas

20h 05m

1 stop

CPT11:30Cape Town Intl

Oct 14

CPT20:00Cape Town Intl

24h 20m

1 stop

MAD20:20Madrid Barajas

R12 814

Emirates

Nov 5

MAD14:35Madrid Barajas

20h 05m

1 stop

CPT11:40Cape Town Intl

Nov 17

CPT18:30Cape Town Intl

26h 25m

1 stop

MAD19:55Madrid Barajas

R14 177

KLM flights from Madrid to Cape Town

Our best KLM deals on Madrid to Cape Town flight tickets

KLM

Aug 25

MAD10:25Madrid Barajas

35h 00m

1 stop

CPT21:25Cape Town Intl

Aug 31

CPT23:15Cape Town Intl

34h 15m

1 stop

MAD9:30Madrid Barajas

R13 126

KLM

Aug 30

MAD20:30Madrid Barajas

24h 55m

1 stop

CPT21:25Cape Town Intl

Sept 16

CPT7:40Cape Town Intl

30h 00m

1 stop

MAD13:40Madrid Barajas

R13 175

KLM

Aug 27

MAD6:00Madrid Barajas

15h 25m

1 stop

CPT21:25Cape Town Intl

Aug 31

CPT7:40Cape Town Intl

28h 30m

1 stop

MAD12:10Madrid Barajas

R13 192

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Thu 27/8

15:15-13:50

2 stops22h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 22/9

14:35-13:40

2 stops23h 05m

R11 286

MadridCape Town

MAD - CPT

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Fri 11/9

22:55-22:10

2 stops47h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 18/9

0:10-23:20

1 stop23h 10m

R12 025

MadridCape Town

MAD - CPT

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Thu 27/8

15:15-13:50

2 stops22h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 22/9

17:45-13:40

1 stop19h 55m

R12 272

MadridCape Town

MAD - CPT

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Thu 5/11

21:45-16:45

1 stop18h 00m

Cape Town Intl

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20:00-12:40

1 stop41h 40m

R12 797

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MAD - CPT

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Mon 24/8

23:05-14:10

1 stop15h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 7/9

15:10-5:55

1 stop14h 45m

R12 863

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MAD - CPT

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Sat 12/9

21:20-22:10

1 stop24h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 4/10

0:10-22:45

2 stops22h 35m

R12 896

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MAD - CPT

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Mon 24/8

23:05-14:10

1 stop15h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 7/9

15:10-5:55

1 stop14h 45m

R12 945

MadridCape Town

MAD - CPT

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Sat 12/9

21:20-22:10

1 stop24h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 4/10

0:10-20:30

1 stop20h 20m

R12 978

MadridCape Town

MAD - CPT

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Sat 12/9

21:20-22:10

1 stop24h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 2/10

0:10-20:30

1 stop20h 20m

R13 077

MadridCape Town

MAD - CPT

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Tue 25/8

10:25-21:25

1 stop35h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 31/8

23:15-9:30

1 stop34h 15m

R13 126

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

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 469. If you aren’t able to travel to Cape Town during the month of January, then flying in November is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R12 912.

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 433 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 962 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 34% 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 June 2026, prices for Madrid to Cape Town flights are approximately 4% more expensive 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	15h 25m
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The fastest flight from Madrid to Cape Town takes 15h 25m

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. 15h 25m 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 2 as of June 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 KLM, making up 66% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Ethiopian Air with 34%.

Best airlines flying from Madrid to Cape Town

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R11 439	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 008 reviews		Search Ethiopian Air flights
KLM	PriceFrom R16 271	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 531 reviews		Search KLM flights

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