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R6 009+ Cheap flights to Madrid, Spain

— MAD
Nov 28 — Dec 51
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Madrid, Spain in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Madrid

Thu 5/1119:55 -
Nonstop10h 10m
Wed 18/1123:35 -
Nonstop10h 05m
Deal found 28/10R9 971
Sat 7/1119:55 -
Nonstop10h 10m
Wed 11/1123:35 -
Nonstop10h 05m
Deal found 25/10R10 404
Thu 29/1019:55 -
Nonstop10h 10m
Wed 11/1123:35 -
Nonstop10h 05m
Deal found 26/10R10 437
Thu 5/1123:59 -
1 stop17h 06m
Wed 18/1120:30 -
1 stop24h 30m
Deal found 28/10R11 153
Thu 5/1119:40 -
1 stop20h 40m
Wed 18/1117:00 -
1 stop28h 00m
Deal found 28/10R11 170
Wed 4/1123:59 -
1 stop20h 36m
Wed 11/1120:30 -
1 stop24h 30m
Deal found 27/10R11 203
Thu 29/1023:59 -
1 stop20h 36m
Wed 11/116:05 -
1 stop14h 55m
Deal found 24/10R11 220
Fri 20/119:50 -
1 stop34h 15m
Fri 27/119:45 -
1 stop21h 40m
Deal found 26/10R11 603

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Return from

R10 404

One-way from

R6 009

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R11 403
Air Europa
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  • 28/1-19/2
  • Nonstop
  • 20h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Madrid
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18/11-31/12
  • 18/11-31/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 40h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Madrid
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R93 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgMadrid

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MAD Madrid Barajas

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/11

9:50-19:05

1 stop34h 15m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 31/12

0:00-1:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R8 257

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MAD Madrid Barajas

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/11

9:50-7:25

1 stop22h 35m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 31/12

0:00-1:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R8 673

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MAD Madrid Barajas

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 22/12

23:55-19:35

1 stop20h 40m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 31/12

0:00-1:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R9 006
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MAD Madrid Barajas

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/11

14:30-5:25

1 stop15h 55m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 31/12

0:00-1:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R9 638

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MAD Madrid Barajas

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/2

19:55-5:05

Nonstop10h 10m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 10/2

23:35-10:40

Nonstop10h 05m

R10 454

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MAD Madrid Barajas

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/11

19:00-23:35

2 stops29h 35m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 31/12

0:00-1:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R11 186

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MAD Madrid Barajas

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 29/1

23:55-19:35

1 stop20h 40m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 19/2

17:00-22:00

1 stop28h 00m

R11 286

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MAD Madrid Barajas

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 31/1

19:40-13:40

2 stops19h 00m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 6/2

17:00-22:00

1 stop28h 00m

R11 802

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MAD Madrid Barajas

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18/1

20:40-11:30

1 stop15h 50m

Madrid Barajas

Sun 31/1

14:05-8:50

1 stop17h 45m

R11 986

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MAD Madrid Barajas

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/11

19:45-16:40

2 stops21h 55m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 20/11

6:25-9:40

2 stops26h 15m

R12 302

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Madrid

How long is the flight to Madrid?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Madrid takes 10 hours 10 minutes. Flights to Madrid from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Madrid?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Madrid are Air Europa, Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines.

Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R10 915
Air Europa
Air Europa
From R9 847
Emirates
Emirates
From R8 630
Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines
From R9 829

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Madrid?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Madrid are Ethiopian Air, Air Algerie and Etihad Airways.

Rainfall in Madrid by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Madrid ranges from 10.0 - 60.0 mm 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

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).

When is the best time to book a flight to Madrid?

The best time to book flights to Madrid is 90 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

Reviews of airlines servicing Madrid

Read through reviews of airlines serving Spain, such as Emirates,Turkish Airlines, andQatar Airways. 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.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 687 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 687 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 687 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 461 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 687 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 713 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 687 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Air Europa
7,0
Good
647 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 687 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Air Algerie
6,6
Okay
40 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 687 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.

FAQs about flying to Madrid

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Madrid?

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

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Madrid if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Madrid on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Madrid?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Emirates is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Madrid.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Madrid?

    Madrid Barajas is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Madrid. One-way flights to Madrid Barajas typically cost R434, while return flights cost around R953.

  • How much is a return flight to Madrid?

    A return flight to Madrid will typically cost around R10 872, however they can be found for as little as R953.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Madrid depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Madrid, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (10 hours 10 minutes).

  • Does Madrid Barajas have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Madrid Barajas can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Madrid Barajas?

    Yes. Madrid Barajas has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. New Elegant 3 Bedroom Apt Near Ifema Airport is the closest property to Madrid Barajas (0,0 km away from Madrid Barajas).

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