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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Madrid, Spain from R6 750

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 15/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MAD
Apr 25 — Mai 21
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Madrid
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Madrid. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 26 März 2026.

Fr 8/59:45
JNB
-
MAD
1 stop22h 25m
Etihad Airways
Fr 15/510:45
MAD
-
JNB
1 stop21h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 24/3R9 271
Mi 27/59:45
JNB
-
MAD
1 stop33h 55m
Etihad Airways
Mi 10/621:50
MAD
-
JNB
1 stop34h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 24/3R9 305
Fr 24/49:45
JNB
-
MAD
1 stop22h 25m
Etihad Airways
Fr 8/510:45
MAD
-
JNB
1 stop21h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 21/3R9 339
Mi 6/59:45
JNB
-
MAD
1 stop33h 55m
Etihad Airways
Mi 13/521:50
MAD
-
JNB
1 stop34h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 22/3R9 372
Mi 22/49:45
JNB
-
MAD
1 stop22h 25m
Etihad Airways
Sa 2/510:45
MAD
-
JNB
1 stop21h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 24/3R9 508
Mi 1/49:45
JNB
-
MAD
1 stop22h 50m
Etihad Airways
Mi 8/421:55
MAD
-
JNB
1 stop34h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 23/3R9 626
Sa 25/79:50
JNB
-
MAD
1 stop22h 20m
Etihad Airways
Fr 7/821:50
MAD
-
JNB
1 stop34h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 25/3R9 762
Mi 6/59:45
JNB
-
MAD
1 stop22h 25m
Etihad Airways
So 31/57:20
MAD
-
JNB
2 stops25h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 25/3R9 778

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 26 März 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 271

One-way from

R6 750

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R11 589
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 8/5-15/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 43h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to Madrid
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 15/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 16h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to Madrid
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R19 143 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 408 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mi 22/4

9:45-8:10

1 stop22h 25m

Madrid Barajas

Do 14/5

10:45-8:15

1 stop21h 30m

R10 269

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mi 15/7

18:00-16:55

1 stop22h 55m

Madrid Barajas

Mo 20/7

12:00-9:40

2 stops21h 40m

R12 891

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mi 15/4

14:45-21:40

2 stops30h 55m

Madrid Barajas

Do 23/4

14:55-15:50

1 stop24h 55m

R13 213

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mo 18/5

20:40-21:15

1 stop24h 35m

Madrid Barajas

Fr 22/5

9:05-8:50

1 stop23h 45m

R13 450

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Di 21/4

14:45-13:25

1 stop22h 40m

Madrid Barajas

Do 14/5

14:55-16:10

1 stop25h 15m

R13 500

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mi 22/4

14:45-13:25

1 stop22h 40m

Madrid Barajas

Do 14/5

9:05-8:50

1 stop23h 45m

R13 500

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mi 22/4

13:30-22:35

2 stops33h 05m

Madrid Barajas

Di 12/5

7:40-10:30

1 stop26h 50m

R13 585
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Do 23/4

19:10-13:30

1 stop18h 20m

Madrid Barajas

Fr 15/5

22:10-16:15

1 stop18h 05m

R13 619

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Do 18/6

9:50-8:10

1 stop22h 20m

Madrid Barajas

So 12/7

10:45-8:20

1 stop21h 35m

R14 312

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Di 21/4

13:30-16:55

2 stops27h 25m

Madrid Barajas

Sa 9/5

7:40-9:40

2 stops26h 00m

R14 566

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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 13 March 2026.

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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Madrid (average of R8 831). Flying from Johannesburg to Madrid in December is currently the most expensive (average of R10 946). 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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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 26 März 2026.
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.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 542 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 542 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 542 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 732 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 542 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 430 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 542 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
981 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 542 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 821 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 542 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

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 13 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 22h 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 Air Algerie. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R7 435 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are SWISS and Ethiopian Air, starting at R8 225 and R8 952 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Johannesburg to Madrid for 39% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    R5 960 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 738 and R6 853, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Madrid?

    On average you can expect to pay R12 370 for a flight from Johannesburg to Madrid. The cheapest flight overall is R6 014 while the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Madrid Barajas) is currently priced at R8 137.

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

    Flights departing from Johannesburg and landing in Madrid stopover in Doha most frequently. Johannesburg to Madrid flights stop in Abu Dhabi the next most. London sees the third most stopovers on flights from Johannesburg to Madrid.

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

    Eventim Apollo, Russell Square, and Royal Albert Hall are currently the most popular points of interest in London. Eventim Apollo, Russell Square and Royal Albert Hall are located about 16,2 km, 23,5 km, and 19,6 km, respectively from London Heathrow if you are interested in checking them out. Travellers in need of a car in London can hire one for about R390 per day.

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

    The least popular stopover on flights from Johannesburg to Madrid is Addis Ababa. Dubai is the second least popular location for stopovers on flights from Johannesburg to Madrid.

  • 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Madrid (average of R8 831). Flying from Johannesburg to Madrid in December is currently the most expensive (average of R10 946). 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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Top 10 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Madrid

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg to Madrid. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 26 März 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air AlgerieCheapestR7 435AverageR7 594FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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SWISSCheapestR8 225AverageR13 285FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 952AverageR10 399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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LufthansaCheapestR9 030AverageR12 893FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 274AverageR11 625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 969AverageR13 912FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR10 072AverageR14 625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EgyptairCheapestR10 186AverageR11 140FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air EuropaCheapestR10 193AverageR11 799FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 582AverageR11 545FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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