Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Madrid, Spain from R6 812

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 7/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MAD
Jan 26 — Feb 21
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg to Madrid Barajas are usually found in February or March, booked 71 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

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Best flights from Johannesburg to Madrid
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Johannesburg to Madrid that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 27 December 2025.

Thu 12/319:45JNB - MAD
2 stops25h 10mBrussels Airlines
Thu 19/36:25MAD - JNB
2 stops26h 05mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 25/12R11 176
Fri 24/418:00JNB - MAD
1 stop22h 55mTurkish Airlines
Sun 3/57:30MAD - JNB
1 stop27h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 26/12R11 242
Sun 18/119:35JNB - MAD
1 stop16h 25mBritish Airways
Sun 15/214:35MAD - JNB
1 stop18h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 26/12R11 425
Tue 20/115:15JNB - MAD
2 stops52h 30mSWISS
Tue 17/219:35MAD - JNB
1 stop13h 55mSWISS
Deal found 26/12R12 108
Sun 18/123:59JNB - MAD
1 stop24h 26mKLM
Tue 17/216:50MAD - JNB
2 stops18h 20mKLM
Deal found 26/12R12 342
Thu 26/219:10JNB - MAD
1 stop19h 10mTurkish Airlines
Sun 15/317:55MAD - JNB
1 stop15h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 26/12R11 259
Tue 20/122:00JNB - MAD
1 stop21h 30mBritish Airways
Sun 15/214:35MAD - JNB
1 stop18h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 26/12R11 425
Tue 20/119:45JNB - MAD
2 stops21h 55mBrussels Airlines
Mon 16/212:35MAD - JNB
2 stops19h 55mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 26/12R11 559
Mon 23/222:00JNB - MAD
1 stop36h 45mBritish Airways
Thu 26/214:35MAD - JNB
1 stop18h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 25/12R11 459
Mon 19/119:05JNB - MAD
1 stop22h 20mTurkish Airlines
Wed 18/217:55MAD - JNB
2 stops47h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 26/12R12 175

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Madrid

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) to Madrid (MAD). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 27 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R11 059

One-way from

R6 812

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R13 341
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 20/1-17/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Madrid
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 7/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to Madrid
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R18 320 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 065 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Price

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/3

19:45-19:55

2 stops25h 10m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 19/3

6:25-9:30

2 stops26h 05m

R11 176

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 24/4

18:00-16:55

1 stop22h 55m

Madrid Barajas

Sun 3/5

7:30-10:30

1 stop27h 00m

R11 242

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/2

19:10-13:20

1 stop19h 10m

Madrid Barajas

Sun 15/3

17:55-10:50

1 stop15h 55m

R11 259

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/1

19:35-11:00

1 stop16h 25m

Madrid Barajas

Sun 15/2

14:35-10:25

1 stop18h 50m

R11 425

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/1

22:00-18:30

1 stop21h 30m

Madrid Barajas

Sun 15/2

14:35-10:25

1 stop18h 50m

R11 425

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/2

22:00-9:45

1 stop36h 45m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 26/2

14:35-10:25

1 stop18h 50m

R11 459

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/1

19:45-16:40

2 stops21h 55m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 16/2

12:35-9:30

2 stops19h 55m

R11 559

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/1

15:15-18:45

2 stops52h 30m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 17/2

19:35-10:30

1 stop13h 55m

R12 108

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/1

19:05-16:25

1 stop22h 20m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 18/2

17:55-18:40

2 stops47h 45m

R12 175

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/1

23:59-23:25

1 stop24h 26m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 17/2

16:50-12:10

2 stops18h 20m

R12 342

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Madrid

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Madrid

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg 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 19 December 2025.

Booking 71 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Johannesburg to Madrid. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Madrid?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Madrid (average of R7 012). Flying from Johannesburg to Madrid in December is currently the most expensive (average of R10 776). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to MAD?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to Madrid. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 27 December 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Johannesburg to Madrid at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 9% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg to Madrid?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Madrid. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg to Madrid flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg to Madrid?

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 27 December 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Johannesburg to Madrid, such as Emirates, Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg to Madrid. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Madrid from Johannesburg?

    Most people fly into Madrid Barajas (MAD) if they book a flight to Madrid from Johannesburg. On average, Barajas has 0 inbound flights from Johannesburg per day from 12 airlines. Madrid Barajas is conveniently located just 13,6 km from Madrid’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Madrid?

    Departing from Johannesburg to Madrid will take you 16h 25m. The distance between Johannesburg and Madrid is about 8098 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Madrid round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Johannesburg to Madrid is TAAG. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R6 743 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are SWISS and Lufthansa, starting at R6 978 and R7 892 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Johannesburg to Madrid for 44% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg to Madrid one-way?

    R5 765 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Qatar Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Turkish Airlines and Etihad Airways, with prices starting from R6 634 and R6 785, respectively.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Johannesburg to Madrid?

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in London?

    Eventim Apollo, Royal Albert Hall, and Russell Square are the most popular attractions in London if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Eventim Apollo, Royal Albert Hall, and Russell Square can be visited by travelling about 16,2 km, 19,6 km, and 23,5 km respectively from London Heathrow. Those landing in London looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about R752 per day.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Dubai?

    Dubai Mall, LEGOLAND Dubai, and Burj Al Arab are currently the most popular points of interest in Dubai. Dubai Mall, LEGOLAND Dubai and Burj Al Arab are located about 10,5 km, 51,6 km, and 21,8 km, respectively from Dubai Intl if you are interested in checking them out. Travellers in need of a car in Dubai can hire one for about R365 per day.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Johannesburg to Madrid flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Madrid that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to Madrid flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Madrid?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Johannesburg to Madrid.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Madrid?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to Madrid by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Madrid?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Madrid (average of R7 012). Flying from Johannesburg to Madrid in December is currently the most expensive (average of R10 776). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapestR6 978AverageR10 130FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR7 892AverageR11 449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 775AverageR10 233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 126AverageR11 451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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KLMCheapestR9 437AverageR13 018FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 790AverageR13 201FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EgyptairCheapestR10 035AverageR11 543FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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British AirwaysCheapestR10 373AverageR12 038FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 550AverageR11 939FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 021AverageR12 907FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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