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

Etihad Airways, Turkish Airlines, and Emirates are the most popular carriers operating from Madrid Barajas to South Africa

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 37% 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 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 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.

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.

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 May 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.

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21:50 - 8:20

MAD

JNB

34h 30m

1 stop

9:50 - 8:10

JNB

MAD

22h 20m

1 stop

R10 662Etihad Airways

Thu, Sep 10 - Mon, Sep 28

21:50 - 8:20

MAD

JNB

34h 30m

1 stop

9:50 - 7:35

JNB

MAD

22h 45m

1 stop

R10 711Etihad Airways

Mon, Oct 19 - Tue, Nov 3

9:05 - 10:15

MAD

CPT

25h 10m

1 stop

13:15 - 14:15

CPT

MAD

25h 00m

1 stop

R12 669Iberia

Fri, Aug 21 - Mon, Sep 21

15:45 - 10:15

MAD

CPT

18h 30m

1 stop

13:15 - 7:35

CPT

MAD

18h 20m

1 stop

R12 702Iberia

Sun, Aug 30 - Wed, Sep 16

20:30 - 21:25

MAD

CPT

24h 55m

1 stop

23:15 - 12:10

CPT

MAD

36h 55m

1 stop

R12 768KLM

Fri, Jun 19 - Sun, Jul 5

12:55 - 22:10

MAD

CPT

33h 15m

1 stop

0:10 - 23:20

CPT

MAD

23h 10m

1 stop

R12 801Multiple Airlines

Thu, Sep 24 - Fri, Oct 9

20:30 - 22:40

MAD

CPT

25h 10m

1 stop

0:30 - 13:40

CPT

MAD

38h 10m

1 stop

R12 883KLM

Wed, Nov 4 - Mon, Nov 9

22:15 - 17:30

MAD

CPT

19h 15m

1 stop

13:15 - 8:15

CPT

MAD

19h 00m

1 stop

R12 998Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 15 - Wed, Sep 30

9:05 - 10:15

MAD

CPT

25h 10m

1 stop

13:15 - 7:35

CPT

MAD

18h 20m

1 stop

R13 015Qatar Airways

Mon, Jun 22 - Wed, Jul 8

22:15 - 17:30

MAD

CPT

19h 15m

1 stop

13:15 - 7:35

CPT

MAD

18h 20m

1 stop

R13 031Qatar Airways

Tue, Sep 15 - Thu, Oct 1

Ethiopian Air flights from Madrid to South Africa

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Ethiopian Air

Jun 4

MAD23:10Madrid Barajas

14h 15m

1 stop

JNB13:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jun 12

JNB14:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

15h 25m

1 stop

MAD5:55Madrid Barajas

R11 814

Ethiopian Air

Jun 11

MAD23:10Madrid Barajas

14h 35m

1 stop

CPT13:45Cape Town Intl

Jun 15

CPT14:35Cape Town Intl

15h 20m

1 stop

MAD5:55Madrid Barajas

R13 821

Ethiopian Air

Jun 9

MAD23:10Madrid Barajas

14h 35m

1 stop

CPT13:45Cape Town Intl

Jun 12

CPT14:35Cape Town Intl

15h 20m

1 stop

MAD5:55Madrid Barajas

R14 265

Turkish Airlines flights from Madrid to South Africa

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Turkish Airlines

Jun 18

MAD12:00Madrid Barajas

21h 40m

2 stops

JNB9:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jun 30

JNB17:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

19h 45m

1 stop

MAD13:35Madrid Barajas

R12 159

Turkish Airlines

Nov 5

MAD6:20Madrid Barajas

26h 20m

2 stops

JNB9:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 22

JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 55m

2 stops

MAD16:25Madrid Barajas

R12 176

Turkish Airlines

Nov 5

MAD6:20Madrid Barajas

26h 20m

2 stops

JNB9:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 14

JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 55m

2 stops

MAD16:25Madrid Barajas

R12 192

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21:50-8:20

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9:50-8:10

1 stop22h 20m

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Madrid Barajas

Mon 19/10

21:50-8:20

1 stop34h 30m

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Tue 3/11

9:50-7:35

1 stop22h 45m

R10 711

MadridCape Town

MAD - CPT

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Fri 21/8

9:05-10:15

1 stop25h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 21/9

13:15-14:15

1 stop25h 00m

R12 669

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15:45-10:15

1 stop18h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 16/9

13:15-7:35

1 stop18h 20m

R12 702

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MAD - CPT

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Madrid Barajas

Fri 19/6

20:30-21:25

1 stop24h 55m

Cape Town Intl

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23:15-12:10

1 stop36h 55m

R12 768

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MAD - CPT

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Thu 24/9

12:55-22:10

1 stop33h 15m

Cape Town Intl

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0:10-23:20

1 stop23h 10m

R12 801

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Madrid Barajas

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20:30-22:40

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Cape Town Intl

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0:30-13:40

1 stop38h 10m

R12 883

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MAD - CPT

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Tue 15/9

22:15-17:30

1 stop19h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 30/9

13:15-8:15

1 stop19h 00m

R12 998

MadridCape Town

MAD - CPT

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Mon 22/6

9:05-10:15

1 stop25h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 8/7

13:15-7:35

1 stop18h 20m

R13 015

MadridCape Town

MAD - CPT

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Tue 15/9

22:15-17:30

1 stop19h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 1/10

13:15-7:35

1 stop18h 20m

R13 031

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Madrid to South Africa

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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 389, 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 417.

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 064 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 666 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 37% 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 May 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

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Madrid to South Africa with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R3 391	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 002 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R10 862	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 441 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom R11 621	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 521 reviews	Search KLM flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R12 640	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 395 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R13 415	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 726 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights

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