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Cheapest return flight
R10 043
Typical prices: R10 771-R14 473
Etihad Airways
Mon 15/10Sun 28/10
JNB - MAD • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
R10 075
Typical prices: R10 690-R13 231
Air Europa
Mon 1/10Fri 12/10
JNB - MAD • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Air Europa. Average duration is 10h 10m
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Cheapest • 14% average savings
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 26% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights to Madrid

 
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Recent return flight deals to Madrid

Thu, Oct 15 - Wed, Oct 28
Etihad Airways Logo
9:45 - 8:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MAD Madrid Barajas
22h 25m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
9:45 - 8:20MAD  Madrid Barajas-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R10 043Etihad Airways
Wed, Dec 9 - Sun, Dec 27
Air Algerie Logo
20:40 - 11:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MAD Madrid Barajas
15h 50m1 stop Algiers Houari Boumediene
Air Algerie Logo
14:05 - 8:50MAD  Madrid Barajas-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
17h 45m1 stop Algiers Houari Boumediene
R10 059Air Algerie
Thu, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 12
Air Europa Logo
18:55 - 5:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MAD Madrid Barajas
10h 10mdirect
Air Europa Logo
23:45 - 9:50MAD  Madrid Barajas-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
10h 05mdirect
R10 075Air Europa
Thu, Oct 15 - Wed, Oct 28
Etihad Airways Logo
9:45 - 8:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MAD Madrid Barajas
22h 25m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
9:45 - 8:20MAD  Madrid Barajas-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R10 091Etihad Airways
Sat, Oct 3 - Tue, Oct 13
Air Algerie Logo
20:40 - 13:55JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MAD Madrid Barajas
17h 15m2 stops Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl Algiers Houari Boumediene
Air Algerie Logo
13:30 - 10:30MAD  Madrid Barajas-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 00m1 stop Algiers Houari Boumediene
R10 171Air Algerie
Thu, Oct 1 - Wed, Oct 14
Air Europa Logo
18:55 - 5:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MAD Madrid Barajas
10h 10mdirect
Air Europa Logo
23:45 - 9:50MAD  Madrid Barajas-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
10h 05mdirect
R10 460Air Europa
Tue, Feb 9 - Wed, Feb 17
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:40 - 18:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MAD Madrid Barajas
23h 05m1 stop Zurich
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:35 - 9:40MAD  Madrid Barajas-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
20h 05m2 stops Brussels Bruxelles-National Frankfurt am Main
R10 796Multiple Airlines
Tue, Feb 9 - Wed, Feb 17
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:40 - 18:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MAD Madrid Barajas
23h 05m1 stop Zurich
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:35 - 9:40MAD  Madrid Barajas-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 05m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
R10 828Multiple Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Tue, Jan 5
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:50 - 16:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MAD Madrid Barajas
22h 35m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
11:55 - 22:25MAD  Madrid Barajas-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
33h 30m1 stop Istanbul
R11 100Turkish Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Sun, Nov 29
Turkish Airlines Logo
15:45 - 10:25DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
19h 40m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
11:55 - 13:45MAD  Madrid Barajas-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
24h 50m2 stops Istanbul Johannesburg OR Tambo
R11 501Turkish Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for South Africa to Madrid flights

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

What is the cheapest flight to Madrid?

Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Madrid is the cheapest route at R10 043 return, found in the past 5 days on KAYAK. KAYAK data shows this is also the most popular route.

How much is a flight to Madrid?

A return flight to Madrid costs R12 196 on average, based on data over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Return fares from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport average R11 715, while Durban runs a bit higher at R12 439.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Madrid?

Monday is the cheapest day to fly to Madrid at R11 725 return on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Saturday is the most expensive at R13 231.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Madrid?

  • February is the cheapest month to fly to Madrid with an average price of R10 716 return.
  • December (R13 679) and August (R13 119) are the most expensive.
  • Based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Madrid?

Morning flights to Madrid are the cheapest at R12 238 return on average. Evening flights are the most expensive at R12 798.

What is a good deal for flights to Madrid?

Flights under R10 771 are considered a good deal. 25% of KAYAK users found return flights to Madrid at or below these prices, with the lowest fares from:

  • Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport R10 582
.

When are flights to Madrid the cheapest?

Flights to Madrid are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 26% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for flights to Madrid

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

R4 149
Best time to beat the crowds (12% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (4% more expensive on average)
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When to book flights to Madrid

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Your questions about flights to Madrid, answered

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

  • What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at Madrid?

    Air Europa operates the most flights from South Africa to Madrid at 3 per week, and for this route Air Europa is also the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from South Africa to Madrid. The two are sometimes different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveller choice.

  • How long is a direct flight to Madrid?

    Direct flights to Madrid are available from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, with a flight time of about 10h 10m.

  • Where can I fly from to get the cheapest fares to Madrid?

    Based on fares booked in the past 5 days, the cheapest flights to Madrid are from:
    • Johannesburg, from R10 043 return

  • How many flights serve Madrid?

    Madrid receives 0 flights per day and 3 per week from across the world. Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport has the most flights to Madrid with 3 weekly flights.

  • How do I know if a flight to Madrid is a good deal?

    A good deal on a flight to Madrid is around R10 771 return. This fare is in the lowest 25% of return flight prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

  • How expensive are last-minute flights to Madrid?

    Last-minute fares to Madrid – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 16% above the average return fare of R12 196.

  • Which airlines should I consider for flights to Madrid?

Your guide to booking Madrid flights

From booking to airport arrival, find tips to help you plan your flight with more confidence.
  • For the best chance at a low fare to Madrid, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. That window historically saves about 26% versus last-minute pricing based on KAYAK booking data over the last 12 months.
  • For flights to Madrid, recent KAYAK data shows that stronger deals tend to be around R10 771 return. If you see a fare below that threshold, it's a good deal – book before the price climbs back up.
  • If you can choose when to go, aim to travel to Madrid in February. Return fares historically average R10 716 that month – typically the cheapest month to travel based on the last 12 months.
  • Before you book:

    • Check the route's typical price range so you can spot a deal.
    • Confirm baggage fees and seat selection costs on budget carriers.
    • Verify whether you need any travel documents beyond an ID.
    • Pick a departure airport, since your nearest may not be the cheapest origin.
  • Shift your departure to morning to save up to R561 per return. Morning flights to Madrid average R12 238 compared to R12 798 for afternoon flights. See the time-of-day chart above for the full breakdown.
  • Bag allowances vary by airline, fare type, cabin class, and route. On flights to Madrid, some airlines may include bags at no extra cost. For example, Air Europa includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class. Always check the fare details before booking, since bag policies can change by ticket type.
  • Once you arrive in Madrid, a few great places to start are Plaza de Cibeles, Madrid City Centre, and Spain Building. These are popular with first-time visitors and can give you a good feel for the area.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying to Madrid

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to Madrid? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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EmiratesOverall score based on 3657 reviews
8,1Boarding
8,2Entertainment
7,9Food
8,4Crew
8,0Comfort
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There is an issue with A380 when it arrives in Munich, because a business class passengers like me have to wait for the first class passengers to disembark, which takes some time while you are also offloading economy passengers this causes an issue at customs where your business class passengers end up behind a large bulk of economy passengers This is a frustration and the early dislocation should be and is supposed to be a benefit of business class

8,0 ExcellentEden, Dec 2025
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There is an issue with A380 when it arrives in Munich, because a business class passengers like me have to wait for the first class passengers to disembark, which takes some time while you are also offloading economy passengers this causes an issue at customs where your business class passengers end up behind a large bulk of economy passengers This is a frustration and the early dislocation should be and is supposed to be a benefit of business class

This was my first time flying with Emirates. Overall, the experience was very good. I thought the seats in economy would have been a bit more comfortable, but, they seem to be on par with other airlines. The food was excellent and very satisfying. If you can afford it, I would definitely suggest upgrading to at lest premium economy seats for long haul flights.

The staff on board were excellent. Kind, thoughtful, helpful - not just with me but with others around that I observed. Wonderful service.

First time and very memorable, the finest flying experience ive ever had

No Vegetarian options onboard, made to wait for a long time for boarding

The internet connection did was not functioning as per normal.

Didn’t like it at all. Cabin crew unfriendly. Very bad experience.

The individual attention the crew gives to passengers is commendable and I find them positively helpful.

For such a long flight I feel the spacing of seats could’ve been better to make it more comfortable for passengers. Very little space to move & stretch legs.

The flight was delayed in Jhb and I could have had some help in Dubai trying to get to my connecting flight to London

The crew were fabulous. We travelled Doha to Miami and the crew in board we exceptional too.

Really good food and service. Qatar Airways is again and again provided an exceptional experience.

Qatar was pretty OK for their services but Arangrant was awful at theirs and frankly lied to me. Qatar offers four business class fares and only three of them allow lounge access. This is a horrible policy when you pay so much for business class and shame on them for denying the simple use of their lounges for this confusion. When I requested my business class ticket with Arangrant I knew this and specifically told them I would only purchase the lowest class business seat that would still permit me lounge access on all legs of my trip. They lied to me and said I did and then I was refused this service on my return flights. I had no less than 4-8 schedule changes and got screwed by a late departure from DCA on my double connection to JNB. I lost nearly a full day on my outbound and then had little to no use of the lounges on my outbound flights. To then be denied access on my return flights made the 27 hour trip home pretty awful. Kayak should no longer work with Arangrant as they are dishonest and liars. Qatar should price all four of their business class fares to include lounge access and stop the insanity they have forced on people. My return trip home nearly ruined my entire trip to South Africa and I blame Arangrant for telling me lies and for Qatar for offering insane rules and regulations on such expensive business class fares. For the money I paid to Qatar, I did not receive the full services I was promised. I will probably never use Arangrant and their ignorant services ever again. I will question whether I ever fly on Qatar Airways again as well. When you pay so much and get such little in return, it leaves a bad taste in your mouth. Arangrant gives the whole industry a bad name and Qatar is not far behind them. I can honestly say that the wretched service and way I was treated by both have soured me on travel companies and airlines. It is bad enough that we have an idiot, felon, racist and bigoted president and administration to contend with while he has started an illegal war, I did not expect to get screwed over by Arangrant and Qatar as well. Shame on all of you.

Qatar maybe considered one of the best ailines in the world but nowadays it is much of a muchness with the rest

My baggage is lost. Flight cancelled, Rebooked ticket through long routes. Mental stress, emotional hurt

The American/Hollywood movies in the entertainment system lack english subtitles, they tend to have only arabic subtitles. Coupled with the low quality airplane earphones and cabin noise, it sometimes is difficult to follow the movie dialogues.

As gold member there is no priority checkin. Meaning you either have to board with your zone or last with business class pax. As economy pax all the baggage bays are filled by the time you arrive

It was pretty good overall. I just wish the crew didn't have to interrupt you every five seconds to ask you if you wanted anything, I mean that's what the help button is for. When someone is tired and sleepy and still getting their bearings, turning on DND button is maybe not the first thing on their mind.

The 2nd flight from Doha to Mumbai was not of international level expected while booking with Qatar

Privacy and comfort of the QSuites is wonderful. The boarding process in Doha is cumbersome and confusing. As transfer passengers, traveling in Business Class, we went through security twice, including one at the gate requiring all electronic devices removed from bags and watches off, which are a great way to lose belongings as a few hundred people rush through to board the plane.

Food wasn’t good but not their fault as I should have pre selected

Their weakness is in boarding. Business class rarely boards first and there are no announcements explaining delays, so customers are always left waiting and wondering why boarding has paused.

My experience was amazing. Very friendly hosts and impeccable service.

Unfortunately internet was down and they couldn’t fix it in a time I needed it so urgent to stay in touch with work

Everything was great except the meat served was tough and overcooked!

Food was bad crew a bit nicer than other flights seats uncomfortable too

Friendly cabin crew and the flight was on time. Would recommend toanyone

I found it okay. Did not think the food was that great. And the service could have been better. Seat was a little cramped. Delay getting to Istanbul made me rush all the way across the airport to get to the connection. This was a not good experience.

Our charging and WiFi were not working in our business class seats, even after they "refreshed" it.

I was not woken up for my meal and then ignored when I woke up while they were serving the aisle behind me

It was a great experience for my first time flying with this airline. I will be flying with them a lot more now. Plane crew was amazing.

The following is a review for a flight from Johannesburg to Washington, DC with a connection at Addis Ababa, Ethiopia and refueling landing at Rome, Italy. The flight was provided by Ethiopian Airlines. There were two of us: me and my wife on this flight. Everything was on time. Enough legroom between the seats, I was able to stretch my legs and sleep for at least some time during the 14 hour second flight (19 hours in total for both flights). Very decent meals that included two lunches and one breakfast on the flight from Addis Ababa to Washington and one lunch on the flight from Johannesburg to Addis Ababa. The lunch choices were beef, chicken and fish, I think the vegetarian option was available as well, accompanied with beans. The breakfast was a choice between egg and pancake, accompanied with a fruit salad. The egg breakfast was awesome, it came with a scrambled egg and a sausage. However, my wife mentioned unusual taste of the pancake breakfast meal, by all means those were not pancakes. What wasn't good: Externally initiated commercials on the infosystem screens, you couldn't turn the screen off. These commercials were accompanied by loud and annoying music, transmitted through the entire cabin. Obviously, there was no escape from this music as well. Additional moment: on the flight from Addis Ababa to Washington, DC, we landed at Rome for refueling. This was totally fine and it was in the flight itinerary. But, the flight attendant asked me to straighten the seat while we were at the steady position during the refueling. I can't rationalize this order except that some people just like to be a boss of some kind. Keeping the light lit in the economy cabin while keeping it dimmed in the first class also didn't improve my and my wife's feelings. Overall, the services were very good and the flight, despite its longevity, went on very smoothly.

We had a good flight experience with this airline despite reading many negative comments

Food was really not appealing. There was a blocked sink in the toilet. Toilet is cramped and the wall between the 2 toilets are not secured properly.

Plane was late with no information or announcement … had to walk up n downstairs.., had not communicated this … and ppl had suitcase to carry .

Business and economy lines were common for most of the journey including check in and security control in Addis Abbeba. Food choice was fine, however there was a hair in my rice

My entertainment screen wasn't working and they couldn't fix it.

It is just ok, the sits are very uncomfortable, the temperature too low and there weren’t blankets. The food is mediocre and there are no screens to watch movies.

it was a nice tripe but they need to work on the serving of soda,they should be abled to serve cain soda not on cup.At least each passenger should be entitled to one cain of soda not serving on cup.thanks.

I've never been served three bread courses in a single meal before. Was really impressed by the novelty of that.

We waited in the jetway for over an hour before we got on the plane.

My long-haul flight experience with this airline was not very pleasant. Earphones were paid, and no eye mask or other amenities were provided. The meals were served in cardboard boxes with plastic cutlery. The restroom was unclean and ran out of toilet paper. However, the boarding process was smooth and well organized.

I flew in business a couple of months ago, it was great, tried again in economy, it is the cramped seat I have ever been into, for an overseas flight across the atlantic it is inhumane to put passengers in such cramped space. Other than that, everything ok. Took a second flight from Madrid to London, also economy and it was roomy and perfect.

I was not allowed to cancel the flight, customer service is atrocious

My luggage is lost and nowhere to be found, no response from airline

Boarding was a shitshow. Had to bus to the gate. No separate bus and boarding process for Business Class.

Sitting space was very tight, so eating was difficult. But everything else was good.

Need to pay for a cup of water. No food. Need to pay for headsets.

Everything should improve! Service like a low cost but prices like a premium airline. Crew in general with bad manners arguing for everything. You pay for priority access but then they use buses, so your loose your advantage to put your carry on first. That was the purpose for paying for priority. Bording is a nightmare, people accessing the plane for bothering doors, front and rear, no matter which line do you have.

Issues with plane led to multiple gate changes and chaos. Very little communication from the ground crew led to cranky passengers.

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