What airport do you fly into for flights to Madrid?

Madrid Barajas (MAD), located 13,6 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights to Madrid.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Madrid?

January is currently the cheapest month to fly to Madrid . At this moment in time June is the most expensive month. These prices are determined by multiple factors and booking in advance can help keep costs down if your schedule is not as flexible.

Can I find cheaper flights to Madrid if I am willing to have stopovers?

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Madrid on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

What is the best airline to fly to Madrid?

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, SWISS is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Madrid.

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Madrid?

Madrid Barajas is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Madrid. One-way flights to Madrid Barajas typically cost R301, while return flights cost around R2 316.

How much is a return flight to Madrid?

A return flight to Madrid will typically cost around R323, however they can be found for as little as R123.

Where does the fastest flight to Madrid depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to Madrid, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (17 hours 15 minutes).

Does Madrid Barajas have car hire?

Yes. Those touching down at Madrid Barajas can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Are there hotels close to Madrid Barajas?

Yes. Madrid Barajas has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Hostelfly is the closest property to Madrid Barajas (0,0 km away from Madrid Barajas).

R6 602+ Flights to Madrid, Spain

Flights to Madrid, Spain in 2025

Return from	R8 313
One-way from	R6 602
Popular in	June
Cheapest in	February
Average price	R11 510

SWISS
28/1-4/2
2 total stops
44h 20m total
Johannesburg to Madrid

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5/3
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25h 00m total
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Explore the most affordable flight options available to Madrid. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 17 January 2025.

Tue 28/119:35JNB - MAD

1 stop21h 00mMultiple Airlines

Tue 4/210:05MAD - JNB

1 stop23h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 16/1R8 313

Mon 10/219:35JNB - MAD

1 stop21h 30mLufthansa

Tue 25/213:50MAD - JNB

1 stop18h 40mLufthansa

Deal found 16/1R8 501

Tue 28/119:35JNB - MAD

2 stops28h 50mBrussels Airlines

Tue 4/217:35MAD - JNB

2 stops38h 55mBrussels Airlines

Deal found 16/1R9 724

Thu 13/223:00JNB - MAD

2 stops34h 05mEthiopian Air

Thu 20/219:20MAD - JNB

2 stops23h 40mEthiopian Air

Deal found 16/1R10 739

Sun 19/123:55JNB - MAD

1 stop17h 10mKLM

Sun 26/113:00MAD - JNB

2 stops19h 25mKLM

Deal found 16/1R11 191

Tue 15/417:50JNB - MAD

1 stop28h 40mTurkish Airlines

Sat 31/518:20MAD - JNB

1 stop16h 15mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 16/1R12 394

Wed 27/89:55JNB - MAD

1 stop34h 25mEtihad Airways

Mon 15/910:35MAD - JNB

1 stop22h 00mEtihad Airways

Deal found 16/1R12 977

Tue 7/1019:25JNB - MAD

1 stop15h 50mBritish Airways

Sun 12/1012:50MAD - JNB

1 stop18h 10mBritish Airways

Deal found 16/1R13 109

Tue 15/720:15JNB - MAD

1 stop24h 45mQatar Airways

Wed 30/79:30MAD - JNB

1 stop24h 20mQatar Airways

Deal found 16/1R13 692

Wed 27/810:05JNB - MAD

1 stop34h 15mEmirates

Mon 15/922:05MAD - JNB

1 stop22h 45mEmirates

Deal found 17/1R14 125

Wed 19/212:15JNB - MAD

2 stops46h 05mSWISS

Wed 26/219:35MAD - JNB

1 stop13h 50mSWISS

Deal found 16/1R70 379

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Tue 28/119:35JNB - MAD

1 stop21h 00mMultiple Airlines

Tue 4/210:05MAD - JNB

1 stop23h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 16/1R8 313

Mon 10/219:35JNB - MAD

1 stop18h 30mLufthansa

Tue 25/213:50MAD - JNB

1 stop18h 40mLufthansa

Deal found 17/1R8 482

Mon 3/38:20JNB - MAD

2 stops24h 45mEthiopian Air

Mon 10/319:20MAD - JNB

2 stops23h 40mEthiopian Air

Deal found 17/1R9 291

Tue 28/119:35JNB - MAD

2 stops28h 50mBrussels Airlines

Tue 4/217:35MAD - JNB

2 stops38h 55mBrussels Airlines

Deal found 16/1R9 724

Mon 3/39:55JNB - MAD

1 stop22h 45mEtihad Airways

Mon 10/321:15MAD - JNB

1 stop34h 20mEtihad Airways

Deal found 17/1R9 818

Fri 4/423:15JNB - MAD

1 stop24h 10mKLM

Tue 15/47:05MAD - JNB

1 stop14h 15mKLM

Deal found 16/1R12 188

Tue 15/417:50JNB - MAD

1 stop28h 40mTurkish Airlines

Sat 31/518:20MAD - JNB

1 stop16h 15mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 16/1R12 394

Tue 15/720:15JNB - MAD

1 stop24h 45mQatar Airways

Wed 30/79:30MAD - JNB

1 stop24h 20mQatar Airways

Deal found 16/1R13 692

Wed 19/213:25JNB - MAD

1 stop31h 25mEmirates

Wed 26/221:40MAD - JNB

1 stop35h 45mEmirates

Deal found 16/1R15 855

Wed 19/212:15JNB - MAD

2 stops46h 05mSWISS

Wed 26/219:35MAD - JNB

1 stop13h 50mSWISS

Deal found 16/1R70 379

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Sun 19/123:55JNB - MAD

1 stop17h 10mKLM

Sun 26/113:00MAD - JNB

2 stops19h 25mKLM

Deal found 16/1R11 191

Sat 25/120:25JNB - MAD

1 stop23h 20mSWISS

Mon 10/210:05MAD - JNB

1 stop34h 30mSWISS

Deal found 17/1R8 388

Sat 25/119:35JNB - MAD

2 stops29h 00mLufthansa

Mon 10/27:25MAD - JNB

1 stop22h 40mLufthansa

Deal found 17/1R8 708

Sat 25/120:25JNB - MAD

2 stops17h 55mMultiple Airlines

Mon 10/27:30MAD - JNB

2 stops25h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 17/1R9 592

Sat 25/123:00JNB - MAD

2 stops34h 05mEthiopian Air

Mon 10/219:20MAD - JNB

4 stops39h 15mEthiopian Air

Deal found 16/1R24 939

Tue 28/119:35JNB - MAD

1 stop21h 00mMultiple Airlines

Tue 4/210:05MAD - JNB

1 stop23h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 16/1R8 313

Tue 28/119:35JNB - MAD

2 stops28h 50mBrussels Airlines

Tue 4/217:35MAD - JNB

2 stops38h 55mBrussels Airlines

Deal found 16/1R9 724

Mon 10/219:35JNB - MAD

1 stop21h 30mLufthansa

Tue 25/213:50MAD - JNB

1 stop18h 40mLufthansa

Deal found 16/1R8 501

Thu 13/223:00JNB - MAD

2 stops34h 05mEthiopian Air

Thu 20/219:20MAD - JNB

2 stops23h 40mEthiopian Air

Deal found 16/1R10 739

Wed 19/213:25JNB - MAD

1 stop31h 25mEmirates

Wed 26/221:40MAD - JNB

1 stop35h 45mEmirates

Deal found 16/1R15 855

Wed 19/212:15JNB - MAD

2 stops46h 05mSWISS

Wed 26/219:35MAD - JNB

1 stop13h 50mSWISS

Deal found 16/1R70 379

One-way flights to Madrid
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Wed 5/320:00JNB - MAD

1 stop25h 00mQatar Airways

Deal found 16/1R6 602

Wed 5/320:00JNB - MAD

2 stops26h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 16/1R7 203

Wed 16/417:55JNB - MAD

1 stop16h 30mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 16/1R7 956

Wed 16/414:30JNB - MAD

2 stops17h 35mEthiopian Air

Deal found 16/1R8 257

Sat 1/220:25JNB - MAD

1 stop23h 20mSWISS

Deal found 16/1R9 630

Thu 27/21:15JNB - MAD

2 stops19h 25mKenya Airways

Deal found 16/1R11 830

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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/1

19:35-15:35

1 stop21h 00m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 4/2

10:05-10:25

1 stop23h 20m

R8 313

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/2

19:35-16:05

1 stop21h 30m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 25/2

13:50-9:30

1 stop18h 40m

R8 501

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/1

19:35-23:25

2 stops28h 50m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 4/2

17:35-9:30

2 stops38h 55m

R9 724

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 13/2

23:00-8:05

2 stops34h 05m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 20/2

19:20-20:00

2 stops23h 40m

R10 739

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 4/4

23:15-23:25

1 stop24h 10m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 15/4

7:05-21:20

1 stop14h 15m

R12 188

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/4

17:50-22:30

1 stop28h 40m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 31/5

18:20-10:35

1 stop16h 15m

R12 394

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/7

20:15-21:00

1 stop24h 45m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 30/7

9:30-9:50

1 stop24h 20m

R13 692

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 4/4

9:55-13:05

2 stops27h 10m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 15/4

10:35-8:35

1 stop22h 00m

R14 181

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/2

13:25-19:50

1 stop31h 25m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 26/2

21:40-10:25

1 stop35h 45m

R15 855

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/2

12:15-9:20

2 stops46h 05m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 26/2

19:35-10:25

1 stop13h 50m

R70 379

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Travel insights for flights to Madrid

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights to Madrid including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

When is the best time to book a flight to Madrid?

The best time to book flights to Madrid is 87 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

How long is the flight to Madrid?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Madrid takes 17 hours 15 minutes. Flights to Madrid from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Madrid?

Users looking for the lowest fares to Madrid should consider flying on Tuesday mornings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Sunday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Madrid?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Madrid are Qatar Airways, Emirates and SWISS.

Qatar Airways

From R589

Emirates

From R639

SWISS

From R420

Lufthansa

From R437

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Madrid?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Madrid are SWISS, Lufthansa and Ethiopian Air.

Rainfall in Madrid by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Madrid ranges from 10.0 - 60.0 mm per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Madrid when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Madrid by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Madrid, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 25.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 5.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Madrid

See what other customers who have flown with Ethiopian Air, SWISS and Lufthansa to Madrid have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 351 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 351 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 351 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

KLM

7,8

Good

1 339 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 351 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Qatar Airways

7,5

Good

3 752 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 351 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

SWISS

7,5

Good

1 598 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 351 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Etihad Airways

7,4

Good

1 199 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 351 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

What airport do you fly into for flights to Madrid?
Madrid Barajas (MAD), located 13,6 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights to Madrid.
Can I find cheaper flights to Madrid if I am willing to have stopovers?
Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Madrid on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.
What is the best airline to fly to Madrid?
Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, SWISS is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Madrid.
What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Madrid?
Madrid Barajas is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Madrid. One-way flights to Madrid Barajas typically cost R301, while return flights cost around R2 316.
How much is a return flight to Madrid?
A return flight to Madrid will typically cost around R323, however they can be found for as little as R123.
Where does the fastest flight to Madrid depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to Madrid, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (17 hours 15 minutes).
Does Madrid Barajas have car hire?
Yes. Those touching down at Madrid Barajas can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.
Are there hotels close to Madrid Barajas?
Yes. Madrid Barajas has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Hostelfly is the closest property to Madrid Barajas (0,0 km away from Madrid Barajas).

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Reviews of airlines servicing Madrid

See what other customers who have flown with Ethiopian Air, SWISS and Lufthansa to Madrid have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

What airport do you fly into for flights to Madrid?

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What is the best airline to fly to Madrid?

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