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.

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

Ethiopian Air, KLM 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 31% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 4 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?

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

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 4 operators available for flights from Madrid Barajas Airport to South Africa as of June 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.

R7 162 Cheap Flights from Madrid to South Africa in 2026

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21:10 - 8:20

MAD

JNB

34h 10m

1 stop

9:50 - 7:35

JNB

MAD

22h 45m

1 stop

R10 562Etihad Airways

Sun, Nov 8 - Sun, Nov 15

21:10 - 8:20

MAD

JNB

34h 10m

1 stop

9:50 - 7:35

JNB

MAD

22h 45m

1 stop

R10 759Etihad Airways

Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18

9:50 - 8:20

MAD

JNB

21h 30m

1 stop

9:50 - 7:35

JNB

MAD

22h 45m

1 stop

R10 957Etihad Airways

Thu, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 18

15:15 - 13:50

MAD

CPT

22h 35m

2 stops

14:35 - 13:40

CPT

MAD

23h 05m

2 stops

R11 285Multiple 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 024Multiple Airlines

Fri, Sep 11 - Fri, Sep 18

21:45 - 16:45

MAD

CPT

18h 00m

1 stop

20:00 - 12:40

CPT

MAD

41h 40m

1 stop

R12 796Emirates

Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 12

20:15 - 16:20

MAD

DUR

20h 05m

2 stops

11:15 - 11:20

DUR

MAD

24h 05m

2 stops

R14 603Air France

Fri, Sep 4 - Tue, Sep 15

18:05 - 18:25

MAD

PLZ

23h 20m

2 stops

19:00 - 9:45

PLZ

MAD

39h 45m

2 stops

R15 047British Airways

Wed, Nov 25 - Thu, Dec 3

20:15 - 16:20

MAD

DUR

20h 05m

2 stops

11:15 - 11:20

DUR

MAD

24h 05m

2 stops

R15 425Air France

Fri, Sep 4 - Tue, Sep 15

19:20 - 18:25

MAD

PLZ

22h 05m

2 stops

15:45 - 11:00

PLZ

MAD

20h 15m

2 stops

R17 264British Airways

Wed, Nov 25 - Fri, Dec 4

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Etihad Airways flights from Madrid to South Africa

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Etihad Airways

Nov 8

MAD21:10Madrid Barajas

34h 10m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 15

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 45m

1 stop

MAD7:35Madrid Barajas

R10 562

Etihad Airways

Nov 11

MAD21:10Madrid Barajas

34h 10m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 18

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 45m

1 stop

MAD7:35Madrid Barajas

R10 759

Etihad Airways

Nov 5

MAD9:50Madrid Barajas

21h 30m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 18

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 45m

1 stop

MAD7:35Madrid Barajas

R10 957

Emirates flights from Madrid to South Africa

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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 796

Emirates

Jul 8

MAD15:25Madrid Barajas

18h 50m

1 stop

JNB10:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jul 15

JNB19:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

25h 10m

1 stop

MAD20:20Madrid Barajas

R13 568

Emirates

Jul 8

MAD15:25Madrid Barajas

18h 50m

1 stop

JNB10:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jul 15

JNB22:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 00m

1 stop

MAD20:20Madrid Barajas

R13 585

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21:10-8:20

1 stop34h 10m

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Sun 15/11

9:50-7:35

1 stop22h 45m

R10 562

MadridJohannesburg

MAD - JNB

MADJNB

Madrid Barajas

Wed 11/11

21:10-8:20

1 stop34h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/11

9:50-7:35

1 stop22h 45m

R10 759

MadridJohannesburg

MAD - JNB

MADJNB

Madrid Barajas

Thu 5/11

9:50-8:20

1 stop21h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/11

9:50-7:35

1 stop22h 45m

R10 957

MadridCape Town

MAD - CPT

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Thu 27/8

15:15-13:50

2 stops22h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 22/9

14:35-13:40

2 stops23h 05m

R11 285

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 024

MadridCape Town

MAD - CPT

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Thu 5/11

21:45-16:45

1 stop18h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/11

20:00-12:40

1 stop41h 40m

R12 796

MadridDurban

MAD - DUR

MADDUR

Madrid Barajas

Fri 4/9

20:15-16:20

2 stops20h 05m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 15/9

11:15-11:20

2 stops24h 05m

R14 603

MadridPort Elizabeth

MAD - PLZ

MADPLZ

Madrid Barajas

Wed 25/11

18:05-18:25

2 stops23h 20m

Port Elizabeth

Thu 3/12

19:00-9:45

2 stops39h 45m

R15 047

MadridDurban

MAD - DUR

MADDUR

Madrid Barajas

Fri 4/9

20:15-16:20

2 stops20h 05m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 15/9

11:15-11:20

2 stops24h 05m

R15 425

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MadridPort Elizabeth

MAD - PLZ

MADPLZ

Madrid Barajas

Wed 25/11

19:20-18:25

2 stops22h 05m

Port Elizabeth

Fri 4/12

15:45-11:00

2 stops20h 15m

R17 264

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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 384, 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 406.

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 165 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 991 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 48% 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 4 operators available for flights from Madrid Barajas Airport to South Africa as of June 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 385	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 008 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R10 844	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 469 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R12 619	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 427 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom R16 269	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 531 reviews	Search KLM flights

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