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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Madrid, Spain from R5 971

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 21/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MAD
May 9 — May 161
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 9 April 2026.

Sat 30/59:45
JNB
-
MAD
1 stop22h 25m
Etihad Airways
Sat 20/610:45
MAD
-
JNB
1 stop21h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/4R9 154
Sat 23/59:45
JNB
-
MAD
1 stop22h 25m
Etihad Airways
Sat 30/521:50
MAD
-
JNB
1 stop34h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/4R9 351
Thu 4/69:50
JNB
-
MAD
1 stop22h 20m
Etihad Airways
Tue 9/621:50
MAD
-
JNB
1 stop34h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/4R9 367
Wed 17/69:50
JNB
-
MAD
1 stop33h 50m
Etihad Airways
Thu 25/610:45
MAD
-
JNB
1 stop21h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/4R9 416
Wed 9/99:50
JNB
-
MAD
1 stop22h 20m
Etihad Airways
Mon 14/921:50
MAD
-
JNB
1 stop34h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/4R9 433
Sun 13/99:50
JNB
-
MAD
1 stop33h 50m
Etihad Airways
Thu 24/921:50
MAD
-
JNB
1 stop34h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/4R9 498
Wed 3/69:50
JNB
-
MAD
1 stop33h 50m
Etihad Airways
Sat 13/621:50
MAD
-
JNB
1 stop34h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/4R9 515
Fri 5/69:50
JNB
-
MAD
1 stop22h 20m
Etihad Airways
Thu 11/610:45
MAD
-
JNB
1 stop21h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/4R9 712
Wed 6/59:45
JNB
-
MAD
1 stop22h 25m
Etihad Airways
Tue 12/55:55
MAD
-
JNB
2 stops26h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/4R9 728
Wed 6/59:45
JNB
-
MAD
1 stop22h 25m
Etihad Airways
Sat 9/510:45
MAD
-
JNB
1 stop21h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/4R9 745

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 9 April 2026.

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R9 154

One-way from

R5 971

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Average price

R11 746
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 30/5-20/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Madrid
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  • 21/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Madrid
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Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/6

9:50-19:40

1 stop33h 50m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 12/6

21:50-8:20

1 stop34h 30m

R9 974

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 29/9

17:50-16:55

1 stop23h 05m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 13/10

12:00-9:40

2 stops21h 40m

R11 631
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/6

18:00-10:25

1 stop16h 25m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 12/6

18:25-10:30

1 stop16h 05m

R11 664

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/4

19:50-15:05

1 stop19h 15m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 13/5

16:45-10:30

1 stop17h 45m

R13 058

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 24/4

12:40-8:25

1 stop19h 45m

Madrid Barajas

Sun 3/5

10:15-4:00

1 stop17h 45m

R13 288

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/5

19:50-15:05

1 stop19h 15m

Madrid Barajas

Sun 10/5

7:05-4:00

2 stops20h 55m

R13 649
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 14/6

9:50-17:15

2 stops31h 25m

R6 234
Fastest single journey

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/9

17:50-10:25

1 stop16h 35m

R6 841

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/4

19:50-15:05

1 stop19h 15m

R7 694

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/8

18:00-16:55

1 stop22h 55m

R7 727

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Madrid

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Madrid from Johannesburg with our price prediction graph.
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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 3 April 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 R7 776). Flying from Johannesburg to Madrid in December is currently the most expensive (average of R10 630). 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.

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 9 April 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
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

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
3 559 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

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
3 727 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

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
1 428 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

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
1 000 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

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
7 865 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

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 23h 05m. 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 228 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are SWISS and Ethiopian Air, starting at R8 030 and R8 670 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 789 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 534 and R6 784, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Madrid?

    On average you can expect to pay R12 095 for a flight from Johannesburg to Madrid. The cheapest flight overall is R5 747 while the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Madrid Barajas) is currently priced at R7 809.

  • 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 R826 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 Dubai. Addis Ababa 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 R7 776). Flying from Johannesburg to Madrid in December is currently the most expensive (average of R10 630). 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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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 9 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air AlgerieCheapestR7 228AverageR7 699FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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SWISSCheapestR8 030AverageR13 032FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 670AverageR10 094FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 991AverageR11 219FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 659AverageR13 955FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air EuropaCheapestR9 884AverageR11 797FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
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EgyptairCheapestR9 891AverageR11 414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapestR10 183AverageR14 668FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 261AverageR11 205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapestR10 378AverageR13 468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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