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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Madrid, Spain from R6 916

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 27/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — MAD
Mar 29 — Apr 51
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Madrid Barajas are usually found in February or November, booked 35 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Madrid

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Madrid (MAD). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 24 March 2025.

Round-trip from

R10 119

One-way from

R6 916

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R12 977
SWISS
  • SWISS
  • 11/5-22/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 55h 15m total
  • Cape Town to Madrid
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27/3
  • 27/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 15m total
  • Cape Town to Madrid
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High demand for flights, 0% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 059 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Madrid
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Madrid. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 24 March 2025.

Sun 11/58:40CPT - MAD
1 stop34h 05mSWISS
Thu 22/519:35MAD - CPT
2 stops21h 10mSWISS
Deal found 24/3R10 119
Sun 11/513:50CPT - MAD
2 stops19h 15mEthiopian Air
Thu 22/519:35MAD - CPT
2 stops18h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 24/3R11 048
Wed 7/50:30CPT - MAD
2 stops36h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 15/523:20MAD - CPT
2 stops24h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3R11 230
Sun 11/513:05CPT - MAD
1 stop24h 25mEmirates
Thu 22/522:05MAD - CPT
1 stop37h 30mEmirates
Deal found 24/3R13 395
Sat 20/918:55CPT - MAD
1 stop16h 25mBritish Airways
Sat 27/917:25MAD - CPT
2 stops23h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 24/3R14 214
Mon 7/413:00CPT - MAD
1 stop32h 15mQatar Airways
Mon 14/422:45MAD - CPT
1 stop36h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/3R15 889
Sat 17/516:35CPT - MAD
1 stop17h 50mTurkish Airlines
Mon 9/614:45MAD - CPT
1 stop21h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 24/3R16 162
Sat 17/514:00CPT - MAD
2 stops26h 25mKLM
Mon 9/610:20MAD - CPT
1 stop35h 05mKLM
Deal found 24/3R16 180
Tue 23/918:05CPT - MAD
1 stop25h 45mLufthansa
Mon 29/913:05MAD - CPT
1 stop20h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 24/3R18 400
Fri 19/914:35CPT - MAD
3 stops32h 50mKenya Airways
Sat 27/96:00MAD - CPT
3 stops31h 40mKenya Airways
Deal found 24/3R18 473
Sat 29/38:30CPT - MAD
1 stop24h 40mAir France
Sat 5/420:15MAD - CPT
1 stop25h 15mAir France
Deal found 23/3R21 713

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Madrid that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 24 March 2025.
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Cape Town

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Madrid

Route

Depart

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Price

Cape TownMadrid

CPT - MAD

CPTMAD

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/5

8:40-18:45

1 stop34h 05m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 22/5

19:35-16:45

2 stops21h 10m

R10 119

Cape TownMadrid

CPT - MAD

CPTMAD

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/5

13:50-9:05

2 stops19h 15m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 22/5

19:35-13:45

2 stops18h 10m

R11 048

Cape TownMadrid

CPT - MAD

CPTMAD

Cape Town Intl

Wed 7/5

0:30-13:20

2 stops36h 50m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 15/5

23:20-23:30

2 stops24h 10m

R11 230

Cape TownMadrid

CPT - MAD

CPTMAD

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/5

13:05-13:30

1 stop24h 25m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 22/5

22:05-11:35

1 stop37h 30m

R13 395

Cape TownMadrid

CPT - MAD

CPTMAD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 7/4

13:00-21:15

1 stop32h 15m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 14/4

22:45-10:50

1 stop36h 05m

R15 889

Cape TownMadrid

CPT - MAD

CPTMAD

Cape Town Intl

Sat 17/5

16:35-10:25

1 stop17h 50m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 9/6

14:45-11:50

1 stop21h 05m

R16 162

Cape TownMadrid

CPT - MAD

CPTMAD

Cape Town Intl

Sat 17/5

14:00-16:25

2 stops26h 25m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 9/6

10:20-21:25

1 stop35h 05m

R16 180

Cape TownMadrid

CPT - MAD

CPTMAD

Cape Town Intl

Sat 29/3

8:30-8:10

1 stop24h 40m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 5/4

20:15-21:30

1 stop25h 15m

R21 713

Cape TownMadrid

CPT - MAD

CPTMAD

Cape Town Intl

Sun 30/3

14:30-23:25

3 stops32h 55m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 14/4

10:20-22:10

2 stops35h 50m

R21 858

Cape TownMadrid

CPT - MAD

CPTMAD

Cape Town Intl

Sun 30/3

18:55-16:35

1 stop21h 40m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 14/4

17:30-14:35

2 stops21h 05m

R42 006

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Madrid

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Madrid from Cape Town with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cape Town to Madrid

How far ahead should I book a flight from Cape Town to Madrid?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cape Town to Madrid. Price data was last updated on 21 March 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Cape Town to Madrid may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 35 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to Madrid?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Madrid (average of R570). Flying from Cape Town to Madrid in June is currently the most expensive (average of R756). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CPT to MAD?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to Madrid. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 24 March 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Cape Town to Madrid in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 9% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Cape Town to Madrid?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cape Town to Madrid. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cape Town to Madrid flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Madrid by month

Plan your trip to Madrid by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Madrid ranges from 10.0 - 60.0 inches 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

Plan your trip to Madrid by taking into account the average temperature totals 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

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Madrid. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Madrid. Reviews last updated 24 March 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Cape Town to Madrid, such as Emirates, KLM and SWISS. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 189 reviews
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Food

7,8

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 189 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 189 reviews
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Food

7,8

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 318 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 189 reviews
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Food

7,8

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 569 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 189 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 538 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 189 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
3 745 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 189 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to Madrid. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to Madrid round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Cape Town to Madrid round-trip from R10 119. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Ethiopian Air, from R11 048, and Emirates, from R13 395. You may be able to fly from Cape Town to Madrid for 28% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cape Town to Madrid one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as R7 353 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Emirates from R10 702 and Kenya Airways from R15 634 one-way.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Cape Town to Madrid?

    Cape Town to Madrid flights have a stopover in Dubai most of the time. Cape Town to Madrid flights stop in Doha the next most.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Dubai?

    Dubai travellers tend to visit Dubai Mall, Burj Khalifa, and LEGOLAND Dubai more than anywhere else. Dubai Mall, Burj Khalifa, and LEGOLAND Dubai can be visited by traveling about 10,5 km, 11,0 km, and 51,6 km respectively from Dubai Intl. Those landing in Dubai looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about R440 per day.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Cape Town to Madrid flights?

    The least popular stopover on flights from Cape Town to Madrid is Luanda.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to Madrid that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cape Town to Madrid flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cape Town to Madrid?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cape Town to Madrid.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cape Town to Madrid?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to Madrid by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to Madrid?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Madrid (average of R570). Flying from Cape Town to Madrid in June is currently the most expensive (average of R756). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Cape Town to Madrid

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to Madrid. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 24 March 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapestR7 493AverageR9 533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 287AverageR13 955FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 880AverageR12 826FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air FranceCheapestR10 345AverageR16 627FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR10 374AverageR16 173FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 201AverageR14 179FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 475AverageR13 748FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapestR12 146AverageR13 916FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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TAAGCheapestR12 584AverageR15 446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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British AirwaysCheapestR13 058AverageR14 862FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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