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Cheap flights from South Africa to Madrid, Spain from R7 340

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 7/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MAD
Apr 15 — Apr 221
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Madrid

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Madrid flight deals. Data was last updated 10 April 2025.

Round-trip from

R10 736

One-way from

R7 340

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R14 131
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 8/6-3/7
  • 3 total stops
  • 60h 30m total
  • South Africa to Madrid
7/5
  • 7/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 50m total
  • South Africa to Madrid
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R17 263 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 326 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

Find flight deals from South Africa to Madrid

Cheapest flights from South Africa to Madrid
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Madrid. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 10 April 2025.

Sun 8/69:50JNB - MAD
1 stop22h 15mEtihad Airways
Thu 3/718:05MAD - JNB
2 stops38h 15mEtihad Airways
Deal found 8/4R10 736
Mon 19/59:00CPT - MAD
3 stops24h 05mEthiopian Air
Mon 26/519:35MAD - CPT
2 stops18h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/4R12 384
Mon 19/513:00CPT - MAD
1 stop18h 45mQatar Airways
Mon 26/59:30MAD - CPT
1 stop25h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/4R12 640
Sun 18/50:30CPT - MAD
2 stops45h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 26/517:55MAD - CPT
2 stops20h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/4R12 698
Sat 14/618:50JNB - MAD
1 stop24h 30mAir France
Mon 23/610:05MAD - JNB
1 stop22h 25mAir France
Deal found 9/4R12 836
Tue 13/513:55JNB - MAD
1 stop17h 50mQatar Airways
Tue 20/522:45MAD - JNB
1 stop17h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 8/4R12 875
Wed 1/1021:15JNB - MAD
1 stop19h 00mBritish Airways
Wed 5/1118:05MAD - JNB
1 stop15h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/4R13 052
Mon 9/614:45DUR - MAD
2 stops22h 50mTurkish Airlines
Thu 19/614:45MAD - DUR
2 stops22h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/4R13 444
Tue 1/718:50JNB - MAD
2 stops18h 50mKLM
Wed 13/820:25MAD - JNB
1 stop24h 55mKLM
Deal found 9/4R13 856
Tue 13/519:35JNB - MAD
1 stop23h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 20/512:40MAD - JNB
2 stops19h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/4R14 308
Fri 11/423:35CPT - MAD
1 stop33h 35mAir France
Tue 22/417:45MAD - CPT
2 stops18h 55mAir France
Deal found 9/4R14 857
Tue 8/717:50JNB - MAD
1 stop23h 00mTurkish Airlines
Thu 10/79:10MAD - JNB
1 stop25h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/4R14 897

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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa 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 10 April 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Madrid that are best for you.

Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

Madrid

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/6

9:50-8:05

1 stop22h 15m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 3/7

18:05-8:20

2 stops38h 15m

R10 736

Cape TownMadrid

CPT - MAD

CPTMAD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 19/5

9:00-9:05

3 stops24h 05m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 26/5

19:35-13:45

2 stops18h 10m

R12 384

Cape TownMadrid

CPT - MAD

CPTMAD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 19/5

13:00-7:45

1 stop18h 45m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 26/5

9:30-10:50

1 stop25h 20m

R12 640

Cape TownMadrid

CPT - MAD

CPTMAD

Cape Town Intl

Sun 18/5

0:30-22:25

2 stops45h 55m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 26/5

17:55-14:00

2 stops20h 05m

R12 698

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/6

18:50-19:20

1 stop24h 30m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 23/6

10:05-8:30

1 stop22h 25m

R12 836

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 13/5

13:55-7:45

1 stop17h 50m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 20/5

22:45-16:10

1 stop17h 25m

R12 875

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/10

21:15-16:15

1 stop19h 00m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 5/11

18:05-10:20

1 stop15h 15m

R13 052

DurbanMadrid

DUR - MAD

DURMAD

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 9/6

14:45-13:35

2 stops22h 50m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 19/6

14:45-13:15

2 stops22h 30m

R13 444

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/7

18:50-13:40

2 stops18h 50m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 13/8

20:25-21:20

1 stop24h 55m

R13 856

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 13/5

19:35-18:45

1 stop23h 10m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 20/5

12:40-8:35

2 stops19h 55m

R14 308

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Madrid

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Madrid

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa 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 10 April 2025.

When flying from South Africa to Madrid, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 10 April 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, KLM and SWISS from South Africa to Madrid have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa 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 South Africa?

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

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from South Africa to Madrid are Turkish Airlines (R7 674), Etihad Airways (R8 047), and Qatar Airways (R8 106).

  • What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Madrid?

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Madrid?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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 South Africa to Madrid?

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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapestR8 080AverageR10 820FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 575AverageR13 264FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR10 002AverageR13 028FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Brussels AirlinesCheapestR10 164AverageR12 181FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapestR10 685AverageR15 812FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR10 747AverageR13 892FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EgyptairCheapestR10 947AverageR15 733FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air FranceCheapestR11 155AverageR17 036FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 314AverageR13 498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR11 534AverageR15 012FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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