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.

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 6 different airlines that fly to South Africa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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.

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

Etihad Airways and Emirates are the most popular carriers 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 6 operators available for flights from Madrid Barajas Airport to South Africa as of March 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 - 8:15

MAD

JNB

34h 25m

1 stop

9:45 - 8:10

JNB

MAD

22h 25m

1 stop

R9 845Etihad Airways

Wed, Apr 22 - Wed, Apr 29

14:55 - 6:25

MAD

JNB

15h 30m

1 stop

22:25 - 13:55

JNB

MAD

15h 30m

1 stop

R10 219Air Algerie

Sun, May 17 - Sat, May 30

14:40 - 11:50

MAD

CPT

21h 10m

1 stop

16:35 - 10:25

CPT

MAD

17h 50m

1 stop

R11 222Turkish Airlines

Fri, Jun 12 - Wed, Jul 8

14:55 - 11:30

MAD

CPT

20h 35m

1 stop

13:00 - 7:35

CPT

MAD

18h 35m

1 stop

R11 392Iberia

Wed, Apr 22 - Wed, Apr 29

14:55 - 11:30

MAD

CPT

20h 35m

1 stop

13:00 - 13:25

CPT

MAD

24h 25m

1 stop

R11 715Iberia

Tue, May 19 - Mon, May 25

9:05 - 11:30

MAD

CPT

26h 25m

1 stop

13:00 - 7:35

CPT

MAD

18h 35m

1 stop

R12 531Qatar Airways

Wed, May 6 - Wed, May 13

18:25 - 11:50

MAD

CPT

17h 25m

1 stop

16:35 - 13:35

CPT

MAD

21h 00m

1 stop

R12 548Turkish Airlines

Thu, Jun 4 - Thu, Jun 18

14:55 - 10:35

MAD

DUR

19h 40m

1 stop

10:40 - 7:35

DUR

MAD

20h 55m

2 stops

R12 633Multiple Airlines

Wed, Apr 22 - Wed, Apr 29

9:05 - 10:35

MAD

DUR

25h 30m

2 stops

12:05 - 7:35

DUR

MAD

19h 30m

2 stops

R13 908Qatar Airways

Mon, Apr 20 - Sun, Apr 26

9:05 - 20:00

MAD

PLZ

34h 55m

2 stops

7:00 - 11:15

PLZ

MAD

28h 15m

2 stops

R16 425Multiple Airlines

Sun, May 3 - Sun, May 10

Etihad Airways flights from Madrid to South Africa

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Etihad Airways

Apr 22

MAD21:50Madrid Barajas

34h 25m

1 stop

JNB8:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

Apr 29

JNB9:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 25m

1 stop

MAD8:10Madrid Barajas

R9 845

Etihad Airways

Apr 13

MAD21:55Madrid Barajas

34h 15m

1 stop

JNB8:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

Apr 29

JNB9:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 25m

1 stop

MAD8:10Madrid Barajas

R10 525

Etihad Airways

Jun 8

MAD21:50Madrid Barajas

34h 30m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jun 24

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 20m

1 stop

MAD8:10Madrid Barajas

R10 610

Air Algerie flights from Madrid to South Africa

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Air Algerie

May 17

MAD14:55Madrid Barajas

15h 30m

1 stop

JNB6:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

May 30

JNB22:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

15h 30m

1 stop

MAD13:55Madrid Barajas

R10 219

Air Algerie

Apr 5

MAD14:55Madrid Barajas

15h 30m

1 stop

JNB6:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

Apr 18

JNB22:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

15h 30m

1 stop

MAD13:55Madrid Barajas

R10 287

Air Algerie

Apr 5

MAD14:55Madrid Barajas

15h 30m

1 stop

JNB6:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

Apr 18

JNB22:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

15h 30m

1 stop

MAD13:55Madrid Barajas

R10 304

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Madrid Barajas

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14:55-6:25

1 stop15h 30m

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22:25-13:55

1 stop15h 30m

R10 219

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MAD - CPT

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Fri 12/6

14:40-11:50

1 stop21h 10m

Cape Town Intl

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16:35-10:25

1 stop17h 50m

R11 222

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MAD - CPT

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14:55-11:30

1 stop20h 35m

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13:00-7:35

1 stop18h 35m

R11 392

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Cape Town Intl

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13:00-13:25

1 stop24h 25m

R11 715

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MAD - CPT

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

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9:05-11:30

1 stop26h 25m

Cape Town Intl

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13:00-7:35

1 stop18h 35m

R12 531

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Cape Town Intl

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R12 548

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14:55-10:35

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Wed 29/4

10:40-7:35

2 stops20h 55m

R12 633

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MAD - DUR

MADDUR

Madrid Barajas

Mon 20/4

9:05-10:35

2 stops25h 30m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 26/4

12:05-7:35

2 stops19h 30m

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9:05-20:00

2 stops34h 55m

Port Elizabeth

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7:00-11:15

2 stops28h 15m

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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 R10 542, 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 R11 069.

How far in advance should I book a flight 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 312 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 817 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 41% 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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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 6 operators available for flights from Madrid Barajas Airport to South Africa as of March 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 504	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 977 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R7 321	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 429 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Iberia	PriceFrom R11 458	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,0 3 148 reviews	Search Iberia flights
KLM	PriceFrom R12 009	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 477 reviews	Search KLM flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R13 062	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 274 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R13 863	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 732 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights

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