CPT - MAD

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Cheapest return flight
R11 185
Typical prices: R11 660-R14 898
Qatar Airways
Fri 9/11Mon 12/11
CPT - MAD • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R5 991
Typical prices: R6 575-R11 206
Qatar Airways
Fri 12/10
CPT - MAD • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cape Town and Madrid. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
11 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 11 weeks in advance save around 28% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 11% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
London Gatwick (LGW)
Cheapest • Avg R9 982 (return)
Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)
Shortest trip • 15h 26m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Madrid (CPT-MAD)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Madrid

Mon, Nov 9 - Thu, Nov 12
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 13:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
26h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
15:20 - 17:25MAD  Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R11 185Qatar Airways
Thu, Oct 8 - Thu, Oct 29
Qatar Airways Logo
13:15 - 14:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
25h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
15:20 - 17:25MAD  Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R11 315Qatar Airways
Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 16
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 5:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
16h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
21:25 - 14:10MAD  Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R11 820Ethiopian Air
Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 16
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 5:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
16h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
21:25 - 14:10MAD  Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R11 836Ethiopian Air
Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 16
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:15 - 13:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
21h 00m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:00 - 23:00MAD  Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl
28h 00m1 stop Istanbul
R12 146Turkish Airlines
Sun, Nov 8 - Sun, Nov 15
SWISS Logo
9:20 - 9:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
25h 00m1 stop Zurich
SWISS Logo
10:05 - 17:30MAD  Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 25m2 stops Zurich Johannesburg OR Tambo
R12 455SWISS
Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 16
SWISS Logo
15:20 - 18:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
28h 25m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Zurich
SWISS Logo
10:05 - 17:30MAD  Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 25m2 stops Zurich Johannesburg OR Tambo
R12 520SWISS
Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 16
Turkish Airlines Logo
14:00 - 10:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
21h 25m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
11:55 - 23:00MAD  Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 05m1 stop Istanbul
R12 992Turkish Airlines
Mon, Nov 9 - Thu, Nov 12
Air France Logo
8:30 - 23:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
15h 35m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
Air France Logo
16:25 - 12:40MAD  Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl
43h 15m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Johannesburg OR Tambo
R13 709Air France
Fri, Oct 9 - Sat, Oct 17
Air France Logo
23:15 - 19:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
20h 00m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle
Air France Logo
20:15 - 22:10MAD  Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 55m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
R17 926Air France
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Cape Town to Madrid flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Cape Town to Madrid with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Cape Town to Madrid?

Return flights from Cape Town to Madrid start at R11 185. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from R11 660 to R14 898. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R11 185 on Qatar Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Madrid?

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Madrid and is 4% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 4% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Madrid at R11 462 return.
•July (R15 011) and December (R14 653) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 30% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Cape Town to Madrid the cheapest?

Flights from Cape Town to Madrid are cheapest 11 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 28% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Cape Town to Madrid flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

R5 991
Best time to beat the crowds (4% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 8% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Cape Town to Madrid

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cape Town to Madrid based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Cape Town to Madrid flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cape Town to Madrid?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Cape Town to Madrid:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Cape Town to Madrid?

    A direct flight from Cape Town to Madrid takes 0h 00m, covering 13 808 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cape Town to Madrid?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cape Town to Madrid flight?

    Return flights from Cape Town to Madrid range from R11 660 to R14 898, with an average of R12 936 over the past 12 months. Anything below R11 660 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Cape Town to Madrid flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 23% above the route average of R12 936. Book 11 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How are flight prices from Cape Town to Madrid looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cape Town to Madrid are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R15 003, which is 81% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD)?

    Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R37 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Record go
    • Goldcar Rental SP
    • CLICK RENT
    • Alamo
    • Centauro

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cape Town to Madrid?

    Flights from Cape Town to Madrid usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and arrive at Madrid Barajas (MAD).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cape Town to Madrid pass through?

    One-stop flights from Cape Town to Madrid most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 38% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 20% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 14% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 10% of one-stop connections

    Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cape Town to Madrid?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 8% on the Cape Town to Madrid route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at R12 536 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R13 562, a difference of R1 026. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Cape Town to Madrid?

    Flying via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 15h 26m, compared to 16h 27m via London Heathrow (LHR) and 17h 17m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

  • What popular places can I visit in Madrid?

    Some of the most popular sights in Madrid are Plaza de Cibeles and Spain Building. These are among the most viewed places in Madrid on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Cape Town to Madrid flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Thursday flights average R12 536 – about R1 026 less than Saturday (8% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 11 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 28% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Madrid trip for November. Fares historically average R11 462 return in that month – typically R3 549 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Madrid Barajas Airport.
    - Senator Barajas Hotel
    - Clement Barajas
    - Hotel Tach Madrid Airport

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