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Cheapest return flight
R10 845
Typical prices: R12 895-R16 627
Air France, KLM
Thu 29/11Thu 13/12
MAD - CPT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
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Typical prices: R9 914-R14 756
Multiple Airlines
Wed 17/1
MAD - CPT • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Madrid and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
8 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 8 weeks in advance save around 17% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 12% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
London Gatwick (LGW)
Cheapest • Avg R14 138 (return)
Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB)
Shortest trip • 14h 14m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Madrid to Cape Town (MAD-CPT)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Madrid to Cape Town

Sun, Nov 29 - Sun, Dec 13
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12:35 - 6:25MAD  Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl
16h 50m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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7:30 - 9:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
27h 25m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R10 845Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Wed, Nov 25
Ethiopian Air Logo
21:25 - 14:10MAD  Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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15:10 - 5:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
15h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R11 209Ethiopian Air
Thu, Nov 19 - Wed, Nov 25
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21:25 - 13:00MAD  Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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13:50 - 5:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
16h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R11 209Ethiopian Air
Mon, Nov 16 - Wed, Nov 25
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21:25 - 14:10MAD  Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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13:50 - 5:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
16h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R11 209Ethiopian Air
Sun, Jan 31 - Thu, Mar 4
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14:20 - 23:00MAD  Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 40m1 stop Istanbul
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17:15 - 13:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
21h 00m1 stop Istanbul
R11 276Turkish Airlines
Sun, Jan 31 - Tue, Mar 2
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14:20 - 23:00MAD  Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 40m1 stop Istanbul
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0:55 - 23:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
23h 40m1 stop Istanbul
R11 391Turkish Airlines
Tue, Feb 2 - Wed, Mar 3
Ethiopian Air Logo
21:25 - 14:10MAD  Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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15:10 - 5:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
15h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R11 408Ethiopian Air
Tue, Feb 2 - Wed, Mar 3
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21:25 - 13:00MAD  Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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13:50 - 5:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
16h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R11 425Ethiopian Air
Tue, Feb 2 - Mon, Mar 1
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21:25 - 13:00MAD  Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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13:50 - 5:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
16h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R11 425Ethiopian Air
Fri, Jan 29 - Mon, Mar 1
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:00 - 23:00MAD  Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl
28h 00m1 stop Istanbul
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0:55 - 16:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
17h 00m1 stop Istanbul
R11 441Turkish Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Madrid to Cape Town flights

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

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Madrid to Cape Town. It’s 9% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 20% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Madrid to Cape Town at R12 567 return.
•August (R16 243) and December (R15 315) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 29% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Madrid to Cape Town the cheapest?

Flights from Madrid to Cape Town are cheapest 8 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 17% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Madrid to Cape Town flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

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Beat the crowds with an average 46% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 39% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Madrid to Cape Town

When to book flights from Madrid to Cape Town

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

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

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

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Madrid to Cape Town.

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

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

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

    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 Madrid to Cape Town flight?

    Return flights from Madrid to Cape Town range from R12 895 to R16 627, with an average of R14 286 over the past 12 months. Anything below R12 895 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 5% above the R14 286 route average. Book 8 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Madrid to Cape Town changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R10 845 to R101 066. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Madrid to Cape Town are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R8 232, which is 33% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

    Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R49 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Sixt
    • Europcar
    • Woodford
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz

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

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

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

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

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 38% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 21% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 18% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 8% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 24% on flights from Madrid to Cape Town. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at R13 130 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at R17 236, a difference of R4 106.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three 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 Madrid to Cape Town?

    Flying via Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 14h 14m, compared to 15h 26m via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) and 16h 42m via London Heathrow (LHR).

  • What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Sea Point Pavilion, Bloubergstrand Beach, and Camps Bay Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Madrid to Cape Town 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average R13 130, about R4 106 less than Sunday fares (24% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 8 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 17% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Madrid to Cape Town trip for January. Fares historically average R12 567 return in that month – typically R3 676 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cape Town Intl Airport.

    • Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
    • Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

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