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Everything you should know

Cheapest return flight
R8 571
Typical prices: R11 502-R16 636
Multiple Airlines
Mon 26/2Tue 13/3
MAD - JNB • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
R10 581
Typical prices: R13 419-R18 683
Air Europa
Fri 19/10Sat 3/11
MAD - JNB • Direct
Direct flights
3 days a week
You can fly direct with Air Europa. Average duration is 10h 05m
Direct flights
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Direct flights
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Avoid delays
Air Europa
Most punctual • 75% on-time
Night
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
25 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 25 weeks in advance save around 24% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 17% price drop
July
Most popular
Good to know
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Good to know
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Top stopover airports
Algiers Houari Boumediene (ALG)
Cheapest • Avg R10 598 (return)
Zurich (ZRH)
Shortest trip • 13h 50m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Madrid to Johannesburg (MAD-JNB)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Madrid to OR Tambo

Fri, Feb 26 - Sat, Mar 13
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15:50 - 10:25MAD  Madrid Barajas-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
17h 35m1 stop London Heathrow
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19:35 - 12:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MAD Madrid Barajas
18h 15m1 stop London Heathrow
R8 571Multiple Airlines
Thu, Feb 25 - Fri, Mar 12
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15:50 - 10:25MAD  Madrid Barajas-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
17h 35m1 stop London Heathrow
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19:35 - 14:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MAD Madrid Barajas
20h 15m1 stop London Heathrow
R8 571Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 9
Ethiopian Air Logo
21:25 - 13:30MAD  Madrid Barajas-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
15h 05m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 5:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MAD Madrid Barajas
15h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R8 870Ethiopian Air
Mon, Oct 26 - Mon, Nov 9
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21:25 - 13:30MAD  Madrid Barajas-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
15h 05m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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14:30 - 5:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MAD Madrid Barajas
15h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R9 003Ethiopian Air
Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 23
Ethiopian Air Logo
21:25 - 13:30MAD  Madrid Barajas-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
15h 05m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 5:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MAD Madrid Barajas
15h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R9 053Ethiopian Air
Sat, Nov 21 - Sun, Dec 6
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9:45 - 8:25MAD  Madrid Barajas-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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9:50 - 7:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MAD Madrid Barajas
22h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R10 316Etihad Airways
Mon, Oct 19 - Tue, Nov 3
Air Europa Logo
23:45 - 9:50MAD  Madrid Barajas-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
10h 05mdirect
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19:55 - 5:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MAD Madrid Barajas
10h 10mdirect
R10 581Air Europa
Mon, Oct 19 - Tue, Nov 3
Air Europa Logo
23:45 - 9:50MAD  Madrid Barajas-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
10h 05mdirect
Air Europa Logo
19:55 - 5:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MAD Madrid Barajas
10h 10mdirect
R10 631Air Europa
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:00 - 10:55MAD  Madrid Barajas-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
15h 55m1 stop Istanbul
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18:50 - 10:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MAD Madrid Barajas
16h 35m1 stop Istanbul
R10 980Turkish Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
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14:20 - 11:00MAD  Madrid Barajas-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 40m1 stop Istanbul
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18:50 - 10:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MAD Madrid Barajas
16h 35m1 stop Istanbul
R11 296Turkish Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 7% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport at R11 246 return.
•December (R17 974) and August (R15 449) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 59% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are cheapest 25 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 24% 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

R6 694
Beat the crowds with an average 50% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 186% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

When to book flights from Madrid to OR Tambo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Madrid to OR Tambo 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight questions, answered

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

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 23:35 and lands at 9:40
    • Latest: departs at 23:45 and lands at 9:50.

    The flight takes about 10h 05m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    A direct flight from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport takes 10h 05m, covering 13 033 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight?

    Return flights from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport range from R11 502 to R16 636, with an average of R13 554 over the past 12 months. Anything below R11 502 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 15% above the R13 554 route average. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average R10 598 return via Algiers Houari Boumediene (ALG), compared with R15 512 for direct.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Air Europa is the only airline operating Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights. 75% of its flights are on time.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge R664–R1 661 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Air Europa. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner variants.

  • How are flight prices from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R8 563, which is 18% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB)?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R113 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • Europcar
    • Woodford
    • Alamo
    • Sixt

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Flights from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport usually depart from Madrid Barajas (MAD) and arrive at Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport route, 25% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 23m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 23% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 18% of one-stop connections
    • Algiers Houari Boumediene (ALG) – 13% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 11% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 12% on flights from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at R12 940 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at R14 568, a difference of R1 628.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Only Air Europa operates flights between Madrid and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Flying via Zurich (ZRH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 13h 50m, compared to 15h 10m via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) and 15h 48m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG).

  • What popular places can I visit in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are Gold Reef City, Gallagher Convention Centre, and Sandton Convention Centre. These are among the most viewed places in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights:

    • Air Europa: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Air Europa: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Thursday flights average R12 940, about R1 628 less than Wednesday fares (11% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 25 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 24% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport trip for January. Fares historically average R11 246 return in that month – typically R6 728 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Algiers Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages R10 598 return on this route – about R4 914 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

    • Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport
    • Garden Court Or Tambo International Airport
    • Aero Guest Lodge

Prefer to fly direct from Madrid Barajas to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Madrid Barajas Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Madrid Barajas to Johannesburg OR Tambo

Monday

Air Europa

Air Europa

Wednesday

Air Europa

Air Europa

Friday

Air Europa

Air Europa

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Direct returns

Johannesburg OR Tambo to Madrid Barajas

Tuesday

Air Europa

Air Europa

Thursday

Air Europa

Air Europa

Saturday

Air Europa

Air Europa

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