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 airlines fly to South Africa?

KLM, Ethiopian Air and Etihad Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Africa from Madrid according to our data. KLM is the first choice among our users, with 36% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to South Africa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Madrid Barajas to South Africa?

Etihad Airways is the most popular carrier operating from Madrid Barajas to South Africa

How often are flights from Madrid to South Africa delayed?

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

What is the most punctual flight time for Madrid to South Africa 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.

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

Prices for flights from Madrid Barajas Airport to South Africa are updated daily.

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

There are 5 operators available for flights from Madrid Barajas Airport to South Africa as of April 2026.

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

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 South Africa.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?

The necessary travel and health documents for your South Africa trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

R6 621 Cheap Flights from Madrid to South Africa in 2026

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13:30 - 9:15

MAD

JNB

19h 45m

1 stop

20:40 - 13:55

JNB

MAD

17h 15m

1 stop

R10 055Air Algerie

Tue, May 12 - Sat, May 16

14:55 - 9:15

MAD

JNB

18h 20m

1 stop

20:40 - 12:30

JNB

MAD

15h 50m

1 stop

R10 154Air Algerie

Sun, Jun 7 - Sat, Jun 20

13:30 - 9:15

MAD

JNB

19h 45m

1 stop

20:40 - 12:30

JNB

MAD

15h 50m

1 stop

R10 171Air Algerie

Tue, Jun 9 - Sat, Jun 13

22:55 - 17:30

MAD

CPT

18h 35m

1 stop

13:15 - 8:15

CPT

MAD

19h 00m

1 stop

R12 169Iberia

Thu, Oct 1 - Thu, Oct 22

7:40 - 11:50

MAD

CPT

28h 10m

1 stop

16:35 - 16:55

CPT

MAD

24h 20m

1 stop

R12 829Turkish Airlines

Tue, Jun 9 - Tue, Jun 16

18:25 - 11:50

MAD

CPT

17h 25m

1 stop

16:35 - 10:25

CPT

MAD

17h 50m

1 stop

R12 912Turkish Airlines

Tue, Jun 9 - Tue, Jun 16

15:45 - 17:30

MAD

CPT

25h 45m

1 stop

18:55 - 8:25

CPT

MAD

38h 30m

1 stop

R13 490Multiple Airlines

Thu, Oct 15 - Wed, Nov 18

23:05 - 16:20

MAD

DUR

17h 15m

2 stops

11:15 - 5:55

DUR

MAD

18h 40m

2 stops

R14 447Multiple Airlines

Mon, May 11 - Fri, May 15

10:15 - 10:40

MAD

DUR

24h 25m

2 stops

12:00 - 8:25

DUR

MAD

20h 25m

2 stops

R15 240Qatar Airways

Tue, May 26 - Tue, Jun 2

10:15 - 10:40

MAD

DUR

24h 25m

2 stops

12:05 - 7:35

DUR

MAD

19h 30m

2 stops

R16 131Qatar Airways

Sun, Jun 14 - Sat, Jun 20

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Etihad Airways flights from Madrid to South Africa

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Etihad Airways

Jun 24

MAD21:50Madrid Barajas

34h 30m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jul 8

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

33h 50m

1 stop

MAD19:40Madrid Barajas

R10 914

Etihad Airways

Sept 2

MAD10:45Madrid Barajas

21h 35m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 27

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 20m

1 stop

MAD8:10Madrid Barajas

R10 947

Etihad Airways

Oct 5

MAD21:50Madrid Barajas

34h 30m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 19

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 20m

1 stop

MAD8:10Madrid Barajas

R11 211

Air Algerie flights from Madrid to South Africa

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Air Algerie

May 12

MAD13:30Madrid Barajas

19h 45m

1 stop

JNB9:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

May 16

JNB20:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

17h 15m

1 stop

MAD13:55Madrid Barajas

R10 055

Air Algerie

Jun 7

MAD14:55Madrid Barajas

18h 20m

1 stop

JNB9:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jun 20

JNB20:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

15h 50m

1 stop

MAD12:30Madrid Barajas

R10 154

Air Algerie

Jun 9

MAD13:30Madrid Barajas

19h 45m

1 stop

JNB9:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jun 13

JNB20:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

15h 50m

1 stop

MAD12:30Madrid Barajas

R10 171

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MAD - JNB

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Madrid Barajas

Tue 12/5

13:30-9:15

1 stop19h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 16/5

20:40-13:55

1 stop17h 15m

R10 055

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MAD - JNB

MADJNB

Madrid Barajas

Sun 7/6

14:55-9:15

1 stop18h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 20/6

20:40-12:30

1 stop15h 50m

R10 154

MadridJohannesburg

MAD - JNB

MADJNB

Madrid Barajas

Tue 9/6

13:30-9:15

1 stop19h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 13/6

20:40-12:30

1 stop15h 50m

R10 171

MadridCape Town

MAD - CPT

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Thu 1/10

22:55-17:30

1 stop18h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 22/10

13:15-8:15

1 stop19h 00m

R12 169

MadridCape Town

MAD - CPT

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Tue 9/6

7:40-11:50

1 stop28h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 16/6

16:35-16:55

1 stop24h 20m

R12 829

MadridCape Town

MAD - CPT

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Tue 9/6

18:25-11:50

1 stop17h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 16/6

16:35-10:25

1 stop17h 50m

R12 912

MadridCape Town

MAD - CPT

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Thu 15/10

15:45-17:30

1 stop25h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 18/11

18:55-8:25

1 stop38h 30m

R13 490

MadridDurban

MAD - DUR

MADDUR

Madrid Barajas

Mon 11/5

23:05-16:20

2 stops17h 15m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 15/5

11:15-5:55

2 stops18h 40m

R14 447

MadridDurban

MAD - DUR

MADDUR

Madrid Barajas

Tue 26/5

10:15-10:40

2 stops24h 25m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 2/6

12:00-8:25

2 stops20h 25m

R15 240

MadridDurban

MAD - DUR

MADDUR

Madrid Barajas

Sun 14/6

10:15-10:40

2 stops24h 25m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 20/6

12:05-7:35

2 stops19h 30m

R16 131

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

The cheapest month to fly to South Africa from Madrid is in January. Flight prices, which tend to average around R3 401, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in January, then you should wait until December to fly from Madrid, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R6 439.

What is the cheapest Madrid Barajas to South Africa flight route?

Fly from Madrid Barajas to Johannesburg OR Tambo for the best Madrid Barajas - South Africa flight prices

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South Africa from Madrid when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Africa for around R13 062 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to South Africa from Madrid for as low as R11 475 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Madrid to South Africa flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Madrid to South Africa flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Madrid to South Africa flights?

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

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Fastest flight time	10h 05m
Direct flights	Tue, Thu and Sat
Airports in South Africa	65 airports

The fastest flight from Madrid to South Africa takes 10h 05m

Direct flights go from Madrid to South Africa on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..

There are 65 airports in South Africa. From Madrid there are direct flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Madrid to South Africa

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Madrid Barajas Airport to South Africa?
Prices for flights from Madrid Barajas Airport to South Africa are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Madrid Barajas Airport to South Africa?
There are 5 operators available for flights from Madrid Barajas Airport to South Africa as of April 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Madrid Barajas Airport to South Africa?
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 South Africa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?
The necessary travel and health documents for your South Africa trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Madrid to South Africa?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Madrid to South Africa is Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, representing 100,00% of all bookings.

Best airlines flying from Madrid to South Africa

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R3 403	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 003 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R7 109	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 433 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom R11 661	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 508 reviews	Search KLM flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R12 684	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 337 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R13 462	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 725 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights

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