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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Madrid, Spain from R6 268

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 14/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MAD
Aug 16 — Aug 231
1 adult

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

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to Madrid

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) 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 11 August 2025.

Round-trip from

R10 784

One-way from

R6 268

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R14 768
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 8/9-15/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 64h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Madrid
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 14/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Madrid
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High demand for flights, 1% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 093 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Madrid
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Madrid. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 11 August 2025.

Mon 8/99:50JNB - MAD
2 stops26h 00mEtihad Airways
Mon 15/918:05MAD - JNB
2 stops38h 15mEtihad Airways
Deal found 11/8R10 784
Thu 23/109:50JNB - MAD
2 stops27h 25mEtihad Airways
Thu 30/1021:10MAD - JNB
1 stop34h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 10/8R10 872
Thu 4/99:50JNB - MAD
2 stops27h 25mEtihad Airways
Thu 11/921:45MAD - JNB
1 stop34h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/8R10 908
Mon 8/99:50JNB - MAD
2 stops30h 55mEtihad Airways
Sun 21/910:30MAD - JNB
1 stop21h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 10/8R10 979
Sat 20/99:50JNB - MAD
1 stop21h 55mEtihad Airways
Sat 4/1021:45MAD - JNB
1 stop34h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/8R11 014
Sun 21/99:50JNB - MAD
2 stops27h 25mEtihad Airways
Sun 28/97:20MAD - JNB
2 stops25h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 10/8R11 032
Sat 20/99:50JNB - MAD
2 stops27h 25mEtihad Airways
Sat 27/921:45MAD - JNB
1 stop34h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 8/8R11 067
Fri 5/99:50JNB - MAD
1 stop21h 55mEtihad Airways
Sat 20/910:30MAD - JNB
1 stop21h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/8R11 156
Tue 21/109:50JNB - MAD
2 stops27h 25mEtihad Airways
Fri 7/119:50MAD - JNB
1 stop21h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/8R11 262

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customise your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo to Madrid that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 11 August 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Madrid that are best for you.

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OR Tambo

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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/9

9:50-11:50

2 stops26h 00m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 15/9

18:05-8:20

2 stops38h 15m

R10 784

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/10

9:50-13:15

2 stops27h 25m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 30/10

21:10-8:20

1 stop34h 10m

R10 872

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/9

9:50-13:15

2 stops27h 25m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 11/9

21:45-8:20

1 stop34h 35m

R10 908

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/9

9:50-16:45

2 stops30h 55m

Madrid Barajas

Sun 21/9

10:30-8:20

1 stop21h 50m

R10 979

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 20/9

9:50-7:45

1 stop21h 55m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 4/10

21:45-8:20

1 stop34h 35m

R11 014

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 21/9

9:50-13:15

2 stops27h 25m

Madrid Barajas

Sun 28/9

7:20-8:20

2 stops25h 00m

R11 032

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 14/1

9:50-7:35

1 stop22h 45m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 20/1

7:10-8:20

2 stops24h 10m

R11 049

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 20/9

9:50-13:15

2 stops27h 25m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 27/9

21:45-8:20

1 stop34h 35m

R11 067

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/9

9:50-7:45

1 stop21h 55m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 20/9

10:30-8:20

1 stop21h 50m

R11 156

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 14/1

20:20-13:50

1 stop18h 30m

R6 268

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Madrid

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Madrid from OR Tambo with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Madrid

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Madrid?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to Madrid. Price data was last updated on 8 August 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Madrid, you should look to book at least 71 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Madrid (average of R570). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Madrid in June is currently the most expensive (average of R756). 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 OR Tambo 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 11 August 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Madrid at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 11% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Madrid?

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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.

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Madrid?

Share of one-stop return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Madrid chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Doha (DOH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 21% of one-stop itineraries from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Madrid on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Madrid?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Madrid, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Munich (MUC) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of R11 373.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Madrid?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Madrid, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Luanda (LAD) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 13h 10m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Madrid?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Madrid, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Cairo (CAI) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 24m.

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 11 August 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with SWISS, Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Madrid to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
SWISS
7,6
Good
1 696 reviews
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Overall

7,6

Boarding

7,7

Entertainment

6,8

Crew

8,2

Comfort

7,4

Food

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Madhukar,Nov 2024

ZRH - BOM

Indian Veg food selection and quality definitely needs a better chef.
SWISS
7,6
Good
1 696 reviews
SWISS
7,6
Good
1 696 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,6

Boarding

7,7

Entertainment

6,8

Crew

8,2

Comfort

7,4

Food

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Madhukar,Nov 2024

ZRH - BOM

Indian Veg food selection and quality definitely needs a better chef.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 604 reviews
SWISS
7,6
Good
1 696 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,6

Boarding

7,7

Entertainment

6,8

Crew

8,2

Comfort

7,4

Food

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Madhukar,Nov 2024

ZRH - BOM

Indian Veg food selection and quality definitely needs a better chef.
Etihad Airways
7,4
Good
1 232 reviews
SWISS
7,6
Good
1 696 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,6

Boarding

7,7

Entertainment

6,8

Crew

8,2

Comfort

7,4

Food

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Madhukar,Nov 2024

ZRH - BOM

Indian Veg food selection and quality definitely needs a better chef.
Brussels Airlines
7,3
Good
350 reviews
SWISS
7,6
Good
1 696 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,6

Boarding

7,7

Entertainment

6,8

Crew

8,2

Comfort

7,4

Food

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Madhukar,Nov 2024

ZRH - BOM

Indian Veg food selection and quality definitely needs a better chef.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
819 reviews
SWISS
7,6
Good
1 696 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,6

Boarding

7,7

Entertainment

6,8

Crew

8,2

Comfort

7,4

Food

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Madhukar,Nov 2024

ZRH - BOM

Indian Veg food selection and quality definitely needs a better chef.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo?

    For a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Madrid, you will be flying into Barajas. Madrid Barajas (MAD) is just 13,6 km from the centre vof the city. Barajas is the only Madrid airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo per day. 12 airlines have flights to Madrid Barajas from Johannesburg OR Tambo on a regular basis.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Madrid round-trip?

    Etihad Airways, at R10 784, was found to be the cheapest airline from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Madrid.. Users have found that Etihad Airways is 16% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Madrid flights have a stopover in Doha most often. Dubai sees the next most stopovers on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Madrid flights. Dubai is followed by Abu Dhabi in terms of the most popular stopover location for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Madrid flights.

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

    If you're on a stopover in Dubai and looking for things to do, consider visiting Gold Souq, Burj Khalifa, or Dubai Mall. Those on a layover in Dubai interested in visiting Gold Souq, Burj Khalifa, or Dubai Mall can do so by travelling 6,8 km, 11,0 km, and 10,5 km, respectively from Dubai Intl. Those on a stopover in Dubai in need of a car hire can book one at Dubai Intl for about R241.

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

    The least popular stopover on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Madrid is Zurich. Zurich is followed by Addis Ababa in terms of the least popular stopover location on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Madrid. London comes in third to last in terms of the least popular stopover locations on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Madrid flights.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Madrid?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo Airport to Madrid?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Madrid (average of R570). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Madrid in June is currently the most expensive (average of R756). 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 OR Tambo to Madrid

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo 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 11 August 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapestR7 481AverageR10 554FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR7 894AverageR11 644FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 197AverageR10 717FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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KLMCheapestR9 640AverageR13 146FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 707AverageR12 539FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EgyptairCheapestR9 876AverageR12 902FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air FranceCheapestR10 123AverageR13 981FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR10 992AverageR12 705FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 216AverageR12 956FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 676AverageR13 433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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