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R5 838+ Cheap flights to Madrid, Spain

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— MAD
Feb 28 — Mar 71
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Madrid, Spain in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Madrid
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Madrid. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 29 January 2026.

Mon 29/622:25
JNB
-
MAD
1 stop14h 05m
Air Algerie
Sun 12/713:30
MAD
-
JNB
1 stop16h 55m
Air Algerie
Deal found 27/1R6 996
Sat 21/322:30
JNB
-
MAD
1 stop15h 25m
Air Algerie
Sun 5/414:55
MAD
-
JNB
1 stop15h 30m
Air Algerie
Deal found 27/1R7 107
Wed 22/422:25
JNB
-
MAD
1 stop14h 05m
Air Algerie
Sun 3/514:55
MAD
-
JNB
1 stop15h 30m
Air Algerie
Deal found 27/1R7 170
Sat 18/422:25
JNB
-
MAD
1 stop15h 30m
Air Algerie
Tue 5/513:30
MAD
-
JNB
1 stop16h 55m
Air Algerie
Deal found 27/1R7 488
Wed 6/514:30
JNB
-
MAD
1 stop15h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 9/523:10
MAD
-
JNB
1 stop13h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 28/1R8 757
Fri 27/214:30
JNB
-
MAD
1 stop15h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 7/321:25
MAD
-
JNB
1 stop14h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 27/1R8 979
Wed 25/29:50
JNB
-
MAD
1 stop22h 45m
Etihad Airways
Wed 4/321:10
MAD
-
JNB
1 stop34h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 28/1R9 090
Mon 9/314:30
JNB
-
MAD
1 stop15h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 12/321:25
MAD
-
JNB
1 stop14h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 26/1R9 106
Mon 20/414:30
JNB
-
MAD
1 stop15h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 4/523:10
MAD
-
JNB
1 stop13h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 27/1R9 169

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Find the latest flights to Madrid in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 29 January 2026.

Return from

R6 996

One-way from

R5 616

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R10 565
Air Algerie
  • Air Algerie
  • 29/6-12/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Madrid
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7/3
  • 7/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to Madrid
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R1 047 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R172 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Johannesburg

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 27/6

22:25-12:30

1 stop14h 05m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 21/7

13:30-6:25

1 stop16h 55m

R7 567

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 24/6

22:25-12:30

1 stop14h 05m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 21/7

13:30-6:25

1 stop16h 55m

R7 567

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/5

14:30-5:55

1 stop15h 25m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 18/5

23:10-13:05

1 stop13h 55m

R8 249

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/5

14:30-5:55

1 stop15h 25m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 9/5

23:10-13:05

1 stop13h 55m

R8 757

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/2

14:30-5:25

1 stop15h 55m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 7/3

21:25-13:05

1 stop14h 40m

R8 979

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/3

14:30-5:25

1 stop15h 55m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 12/3

21:25-13:05

1 stop14h 40m

R9 090

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/4

14:30-5:55

1 stop15h 25m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 4/5

23:10-13:05

1 stop13h 55m

R9 169

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/2

9:50-19:05

1 stop34h 15m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 4/3

18:00-8:20

2 stops37h 20m

R9 375

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 19/4

14:30-5:55

1 stop15h 25m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 4/5

23:10-13:05

1 stop13h 55m

R9 486

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/2

12:45-13:50

1 stop26h 05m

R5 838

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Best time to book a flight to Madrid

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Madrid

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Madrid. Price data was last updated on 23 January 2026.

The best time to book flights to Madrid is 71 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.

How long is the flight to Madrid?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Madrid takes 14 hours 5 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 Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways and Emirates.

Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R10 053
Emirates
Emirates
From R11 096
Ethiopian Air
Ethiopian Air
From R8 368
Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways
From R8 696

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Madrid?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Madrid are SWISS, Lufthansa and Ethiopian Air.

Rainfall in Madrid by month

Plan your trip to Madrid by taking into account the average rainfall totals 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

Plan your trip to Madrid by taking into account the average temperature totals 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).

Reviews of airlines servicing Madrid

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Madrid. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Madrid. Reviews last updated 29 January 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines serving Spain, such as Emirates, Qatar Airways, andEtihad 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
3 490 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 490 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 490 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 727 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 490 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 375 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 490 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
952 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 490 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 705 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 490 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

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, SWISS 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 R428, while return flights cost around R2 049.

  • How much is a return flight to Madrid?

    A return flight to Madrid will typically cost around R6 123, however they can be found for as little as R2 049.

  • 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 (14 hours 5 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. Hostelfly is the closest property to Madrid Barajas (0,0 km away from Madrid Barajas).

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