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

Generally, flights departing at night 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 South Africa?

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

How often are flights from Madrid to South Africa delayed?

Historically, on average around 50% 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 43 minutes.

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 51% 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.

How many flights depart from Madrid to South Africa on average per week?

2 flights are operational weekly from Madrid to South Africa as of July 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 50% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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

Wednesday 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 824 Cheap Flights from Madrid to South Africa in 2026

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23:10 - 13:25

MAD

JNB

14h 15m

1 stop

14:30 - 5:55

JNB

MAD

15h 25m

1 stop

R8 992Ethiopian Air

Mon, Sep 21 - Mon, Sep 28

23:10 - 13:25

MAD

JNB

14h 15m

1 stop

14:30 - 5:55

JNB

MAD

15h 25m

1 stop

R9 127Ethiopian Air

Tue, Sep 1 - Mon, Sep 7

23:10 - 13:25

MAD

JNB

14h 15m

1 stop

14:30 - 5:55

JNB

MAD

15h 25m

1 stop

R9 614Ethiopian Air

Thu, Sep 3 - Sun, Sep 13

18:40 - 22:10

MAD

CPT

27h 30m

1 stop

0:10 - 9:30

CPT

MAD

33h 20m

1 stop

R11 194Multiple Airlines

Sat, Sep 19 - Thu, Oct 1

18:40 - 22:10

MAD

CPT

27h 30m

1 stop

0:10 - 20:30

CPT

MAD

20h 20m

1 stop

R11 278Multiple Airlines

Sat, Sep 19 - Sun, Sep 27

7:25 - 7:40

MAD

CPT

23h 15m

1 stop

9:30 - 23:35

CPT

MAD

15h 05m

1 stop

R11 379Lufthansa

Tue, Jan 19 - Tue, Feb 9

12:00 - 7:40

MAD

CPT

18h 40m

1 stop

9:30 - 23:35

CPT

MAD

15h 05m

1 stop

R11 783Lufthansa

Tue, Jan 19 - Thu, Feb 11

21:20 - 18:25

MAD

PLZ

44h 05m

2 stops

15:45 - 14:15

PLZ

MAD

23h 30m

2 stops

R14 892British Airways

Fri, Jan 22 - Mon, Jan 25

21:20 - 18:25

MAD

PLZ

44h 05m

2 stops

15:45 - 14:15

PLZ

MAD

23h 30m

2 stops

R14 926British Airways

Fri, Jan 22 - Mon, Jan 25

10:50 - 10:40

MAD

DUR

46h 50m

2 stops

17:00 - 19:35

DUR

MAD

27h 35m

2 stops

R14 942KLM

Tue, Jan 19 - Wed, Feb 3

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Ethiopian Air flights from Madrid to South Africa

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Ethiopian Air

Sept 21

MAD23:10Madrid Barajas

14h 15m

1 stop

JNB13:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 28

JNB14:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

15h 25m

1 stop

MAD5:55Madrid Barajas

R8 992

Ethiopian Air

Sept 1

MAD23:10Madrid Barajas

14h 15m

1 stop

JNB13:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 7

JNB14:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

15h 25m

1 stop

MAD5:55Madrid Barajas

R9 127

Ethiopian Air

Sept 3

MAD23:10Madrid Barajas

14h 15m

1 stop

JNB13:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 13

JNB14:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

15h 25m

1 stop

MAD5:55Madrid Barajas

R9 614

Lufthansa flights from Madrid to South Africa

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Lufthansa

Jan 19

MAD7:25Madrid Barajas

23h 15m

1 stop

CPT7:40Cape Town Intl

Feb 9

CPT9:30Cape Town Intl

15h 05m

1 stop

MAD23:35Madrid Barajas

R11 379

Lufthansa

Jan 19

MAD12:00Madrid Barajas

18h 40m

1 stop

CPT7:40Cape Town Intl

Feb 11

CPT9:30Cape Town Intl

15h 05m

1 stop

MAD23:35Madrid Barajas

R11 783

Lufthansa

Jan 19

MAD13:25Madrid Barajas

17h 15m

2 stops

CPT7:40Cape Town Intl

Feb 9

CPT9:30Cape Town Intl

15h 05m

1 stop

MAD23:35Madrid Barajas

R11 934

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Mon 21/9

23:10-13:25

1 stop14h 15m

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14:30-5:55

1 stop15h 25m

R8 992

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MAD - JNB

MADJNB

Madrid Barajas

Tue 1/9

23:10-13:25

1 stop14h 15m

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Mon 7/9

14:30-5:55

1 stop15h 25m

R9 127

MadridJohannesburg

MAD - JNB

MADJNB

Madrid Barajas

Thu 3/9

23:10-13:25

1 stop14h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 13/9

14:30-5:55

1 stop15h 25m

R9 614

MadridCape Town

MAD - CPT

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Sat 19/9

18:40-22:10

1 stop27h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 1/10

0:10-9:30

1 stop33h 20m

R11 194

MadridCape Town

MAD - CPT

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Sat 19/9

18:40-22:10

1 stop27h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 27/9

0:10-20:30

1 stop20h 20m

R11 278

MadridCape Town

MAD - CPT

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Tue 19/1

7:25-7:40

1 stop23h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/2

9:30-23:35

1 stop15h 05m

R11 379

MadridCape Town

MAD - CPT

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Tue 19/1

12:00-7:40

1 stop18h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/2

9:30-23:35

1 stop15h 05m

R11 783

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MAD - PLZ

MADPLZ

Madrid Barajas

Fri 22/1

21:20-18:25

2 stops44h 05m

Port Elizabeth

Mon 25/1

15:45-14:15

2 stops23h 30m

R14 892

MadridPort Elizabeth

MAD - PLZ

MADPLZ

Madrid Barajas

Fri 22/1

21:20-18:25

2 stops44h 05m

Port Elizabeth

Mon 25/1

15:45-14:15

2 stops23h 30m

R14 926

MadridDurban

MAD - DUR

MADDUR

Madrid Barajas

Tue 19/1

10:50-10:40

2 stops46h 50m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 3/2

17:00-19:35

2 stops27h 35m

R14 942

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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 February. Flight prices, which tend to average around R12 186, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in February, then you should wait until January to fly from Madrid, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R12 220.

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 501 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 606 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.

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You could potentially save up to 7% 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 92,73% of all bookings. The subsequent popular model is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner at 7,27%.

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 464	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 009 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R11 096	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 490 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R12 912	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 451 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights

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