Which airlines fly to South Africa?

Ethiopian Air, Turkish Airlines and Etihad Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Africa from Madrid according to our data. Ethiopian Air is the first choice among our users, with 47% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 3 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?

Ethiopian Air, Etihad Airways, and Lufthansa are the most popular carriers operating from Madrid Barajas to South Africa

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.

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.

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 3 operators available for flights from Madrid Barajas Airport to South Africa as of July 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 486 Cheap Flights from Madrid to South Africa in 2026

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21:50 - 8:15

MAD

JNB

34h 25m

1 stop

9:50 - 19:05

JNB

MAD

34h 15m

1 stop

R10 375Etihad Airways

Thu, Oct 22 - Sun, Nov 1

10:45 - 8:20

MAD

JNB

21h 35m

1 stop

9:45 - 8:10

JNB

MAD

22h 25m

1 stop

R10 653Etihad Airways

Wed, Sep 2 - Thu, Sep 10

10:45 - 8:20

MAD

JNB

21h 35m

1 stop

9:45 - 19:40

JNB

MAD

33h 55m

1 stop

R10 669Etihad Airways

Tue, Aug 25 - Thu, Sep 10

23:05 - 14:10

MAD

CPT

15h 05m

1 stop

15:10 - 5:55

CPT

MAD

14h 45m

1 stop

R11 699Ethiopian Air

Mon, Aug 24 - Mon, Sep 7

21:45 - 22:10

MAD

CPT

24h 25m

1 stop

0:10 - 9:30

CPT

MAD

33h 20m

1 stop

R11 715Multiple Airlines

Thu, Sep 17 - Fri, Sep 25

23:05 - 14:10

MAD

CPT

15h 05m

1 stop

15:10 - 5:55

CPT

MAD

14h 45m

1 stop

R11 797Ethiopian Air

Mon, Aug 24 - Mon, Sep 7

19:30 - 7:35

MAD

CPT

35h 05m

1 stop

9:20 - 9:20

CPT

MAD

25h 00m

1 stop

R12 336SWISS

Fri, Nov 20 - Sun, Dec 6

10:25 - 11:05

MAD

HDS

24h 40m

2 stops

14:30 - 15:35

HDS

MAD

25h 05m

2 stops

R14 672Multiple Airlines

Sun, Aug 30 - Sun, Sep 6

12:00 - 18:25

MAD

PLZ

30h 25m

2 stops

12:40 - 10:25

PLZ

MAD

21h 45m

2 stops

R18 332Turkish Airlines

Thu, Sep 10 - Mon, Sep 14

18:25 - 15:05

MAD

PLZ

20h 40m

2 stops

12:40 - 10:25

PLZ

MAD

21h 45m

2 stops

R18 626Turkish Airlines

Thu, Sep 10 - Mon, Sep 14

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Turkish Airlines flights from Madrid to South Africa

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Turkish Airlines

Nov 6

MAD11:55Madrid Barajas

20h 45m

2 stops

JNB9:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 15

JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 25m

2 stops

MAD16:55Madrid Barajas

R11 846

Turkish Airlines

Aug 30

MAD18:25Madrid Barajas

39h 15m

2 stops

JNB9:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 15

JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

33h 05m

2 stops

MAD22:35Madrid Barajas

R11 862

Turkish Airlines

Nov 6

MAD11:55Madrid Barajas

20h 45m

2 stops

JNB9:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 15

JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

35h 05m

2 stops

MAD23:35Madrid Barajas

R11 878

Etihad Airways flights from Madrid to South Africa

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Etihad Airways

Oct 22

MAD21:50Madrid Barajas

34h 25m

1 stop

JNB8:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 1

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

34h 15m

1 stop

MAD19:05Madrid Barajas

R10 375

Etihad Airways

Sept 2

MAD10:45Madrid Barajas

21h 35m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 10

JNB9:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 25m

1 stop

MAD8:10Madrid Barajas

R10 653

Etihad Airways

Aug 25

MAD10:45Madrid Barajas

21h 35m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 10

JNB9:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

33h 55m

1 stop

MAD19:40Madrid Barajas

R10 669

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Madrid Barajas

Thu 22/10

21:50-8:15

1 stop34h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/11

9:50-19:05

1 stop34h 15m

R10 375

MadridJohannesburg

MAD - JNB

MADJNB

Madrid Barajas

Wed 2/9

10:45-8:20

1 stop21h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/9

9:45-8:10

1 stop22h 25m

R10 653

MadridJohannesburg

MAD - JNB

MADJNB

Madrid Barajas

Tue 25/8

10:45-8:20

1 stop21h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/9

9:45-19:40

1 stop33h 55m

R10 669

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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

R11 699

MadridCape Town

MAD - CPT

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Thu 17/9

21:45-22:10

1 stop24h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 25/9

0:10-9:30

1 stop33h 20m

R11 715

MadridCape Town

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

R11 797

MadridCape Town

MAD - CPT

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Fri 20/11

19:30-7:35

1 stop35h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 6/12

9:20-9:20

1 stop25h 00m

R12 336

MadridHoedspruit

MAD - HDS

MADHDS

Madrid Barajas

Sun 30/8

10:25-11:05

2 stops24h 40m

Hoedspruit

Sun 6/9

14:30-15:35

2 stops25h 05m

R14 672

MadridPort Elizabeth

MAD - PLZ

MADPLZ

Madrid Barajas

Thu 10/9

12:00-18:25

2 stops30h 25m

Port Elizabeth

Mon 14/9

12:40-10:25

2 stops21h 45m

R18 332

MadridPort Elizabeth

MAD - PLZ

MADPLZ

Madrid Barajas

Thu 10/9

18:25-15:05

2 stops20h 40m

Port Elizabeth

Mon 14/9

12:40-10:25

2 stops21h 45m

R18 626

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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 366, 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 372.

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 131 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 R12 499 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 38% 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. Airline offering direct flights is Air Europa..

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 3 operators available for flights from Madrid Barajas Airport to South Africa as of July 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 95,83% of all bookings. The subsequent popular model is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner at 4,17%.

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 367	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 010 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R10 786	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 479 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R12 552	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 447 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights

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Can I find flights from Madrid to South Africa with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for Madrid to South Africa flights to just show those with flexible booking policies.

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