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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Madrid, Spain from R7 964

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 16/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MAD
Feb 26 — Mar 51
1 adult

The best prices from Johannesburg to Madrid Barajas are usually found in February or November, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Johannesburg to Madrid

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) 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 21 February 2025.

Round-trip from

R9 918

One-way from

R7 964

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R11 153
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 6/3-19/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 48h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to Madrid
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Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 16/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to Madrid
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R14 081 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 972 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Madrid
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Madrid. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 February 2025.

Tue 25/210:10JNB - MAD
1 stop14h 25mLufthansa
Tue 4/313:50MAD - JNB
1 stop18h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 20/2R9 217
Thu 6/310:10JNB - MAD
1 stop26h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 19/310:05MAD - JNB
1 stop23h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2R10 010
Wed 2/414:30JNB - MAD
1 stop18h 35mEthiopian Air
Mon 7/419:35MAD - JNB
1 stop17h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 19/2R10 471
Mon 5/521:15JNB - MAD
1 stop20h 10mBritish Airways
Fri 16/517:10MAD - JNB
1 stop16h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 20/2R10 747
Sat 17/523:15JNB - MAD
1 stop34h 20mKLM
Wed 28/510:20MAD - JNB
1 stop35h 00mKLM
Deal found 20/2R10 858
Sun 18/523:15JNB - MAD
2 stops23h 55mAir France
Wed 28/517:45MAD - JNB
2 stops27h 35mAir France
Deal found 20/2R11 503
Thu 29/513:55JNB - MAD
1 stop24h 30mQatar Airways
Sun 8/622:45MAD - JNB
1 stop17h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/2R12 204
Thu 20/318:50JNB - MAD
1 stop18h 50mEmirates
Sun 23/321:40MAD - JNB
1 stop22h 10mEmirates
Deal found 20/2R13 715
Wed 2/49:55JNB - MAD
1 stop22h 25mEtihad Airways
Mon 7/415:00MAD - JNB
2 stops41h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 19/2R14 324
Sat 17/516:40JNB - MAD
2 stops22h 15mTAAG
Tue 27/519:40MAD - JNB
2 stops19h 00mTAAG
Deal found 20/2R14 877
Tue 11/319:35JNB - MAD
2 stops28h 50mBrussels Airlines
Sun 16/320:45MAD - JNB
2 stops35h 45mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 21/2R16 536
Sun 6/419:35JNB - MAD
1 stop23h 10mSWISS
Sun 13/410:05MAD - JNB
1 stop23h 15mSWISS
Deal found 20/2R17 845

Find flights from Johannesburg to Madrid within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg 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 21 February 2025.

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Johannesburg

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/3

10:10-11:20

1 stop26h 10m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 19/3

7:25-7:05

1 stop22h 40m

R9 918

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/3

10:10-11:20

1 stop26h 10m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 19/3

10:05-10:25

1 stop23h 20m

R10 010

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/4

14:30-9:05

1 stop18h 35m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 7/4

19:35-13:05

1 stop17h 30m

R10 471

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/5

21:15-17:25

1 stop20h 10m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 16/5

17:10-9:25

1 stop16h 15m

R10 747

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 17/5

23:15-9:35

1 stop34h 20m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 28/5

10:20-21:20

1 stop35h 00m

R10 858

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/5

23:15-23:10

2 stops23h 55m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 28/5

17:45-21:20

2 stops27h 35m

R11 503

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/5

13:55-14:25

1 stop24h 30m

Madrid Barajas

Sun 8/6

22:45-16:10

1 stop17h 25m

R12 204

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 20/3

18:50-12:40

1 stop18h 50m

Madrid Barajas

Sun 23/3

21:40-20:50

1 stop22h 10m

R13 715

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/4

9:55-8:20

1 stop22h 25m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 7/4

15:00-8:35

2 stops41h 35m

R14 324

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 17/5

16:40-14:55

2 stops22h 15m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 27/5

19:40-14:40

2 stops19h 00m

R14 877

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Madrid

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Travel insights for flights from Johannesburg to Madrid

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Madrid. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.

Booking 87 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Johannesburg to Madrid. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Madrid (average of R570). Flying from Johannesburg 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 JNB to MAD?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg 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 21 February 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Johannesburg to Madrid at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 11% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg to Madrid?

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg to Madrid flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons 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 21 February 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, KLM and SWISS from Johannesburg to Madrid. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 276 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

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
8,1
Very Good
3 276 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 276 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

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
1 331 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 276 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

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
1 568 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 276 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

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
3 609 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 276 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

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.

Air France
7,4
Good
1 449 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 276 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

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 Johannesburg to Madrid. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Madrid from Johannesburg?

    Most people fly into Madrid Barajas (MAD) if they book a flight to Madrid from Johannesburg. On average, Barajas has 0 inbound flights from Johannesburg per day from 15 airlines. Madrid Barajas is conveniently located just 13,6 km from Madrid’s city centre.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Johannesburg to Madrid is Lufthansa. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R9 918 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Ethiopian Air and British Airways, starting at R10 471 and R10 747 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Johannesburg to Madrid for 22% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    R7 964 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Ethiopian Air. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways, with prices starting from R8 277 and R9 144, respectively.

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

    Flights departing from Johannesburg and landing in Madrid stopover in Doha most frequently. Johannesburg to Madrid flights stop in Dubai the next most. Abu Dhabi sees the third most stopovers on flights from Johannesburg to Madrid.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Dubai?

    Dubai Mall, LEGOLAND Dubai, and Gold Souq are the most popular attractions in Dubai if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Dubai Mall, LEGOLAND Dubai, and Gold Souq can be visited by travelling about 10,5 km, 51,6 km, and 6,8 km respectively from Dubai Intl. Those landing in Dubai looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about R395 per day.

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

    The least popular stopover on flights from Johannesburg to Madrid is Amsterdam. Zurich is the second least popular location for stopovers on flights from Johannesburg to Madrid. London sees the third fewest flights with stopovers for the Johannesburg to Madrid route.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Madrid?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg to Madrid?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Madrid (average of R570). Flying from Johannesburg 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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SWISSCheapestR7 723AverageR10 994FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 055AverageR11 332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 403AverageR11 414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Brussels AirlinesCheapestR9 547AverageR11 441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SAUDIACheapestR9 813AverageR10 291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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KLMCheapestR9 888AverageR13 927FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR10 042AverageR12 986FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EgyptairCheapestR10 282AverageR14 729FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air FranceCheapestR10 539AverageR15 064FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 888AverageR12 450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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