How long is the flight from South Africa to Madrid?

Turkish Airlines, Ethiopian Air, and Qatar Airways can get you from South Africa to Madrid in just under 14h 45m. Your travel time can differ by up to 30h 10m. The distance between South Africa and Madrid is about 8579 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Madrid one-way?

The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from South Africa to Madrid are Ethiopian Air (R5 323), Turkish Airlines (R5 373), and Qatar Airways (R5 462).

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Madrid ranges from 10.0 - 60.0 inches 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.

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).

What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Madrid?

When deciding which route to take from South Africa to Madrid, consider Johannesburg OR Tambo - Madrid Barajas, Cape Town Intl - Madrid Barajas or Durban King Shaka Intl - Madrid Barajas, as they are the most popular.

What are the cheapest flights from South Africa to Madrid?

While on average a flight from South Africa to Madrid is generally R20 883, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R6 386. When looking at the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Madrid Barajas), you can expect to pay R9 820 for that flight.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from South Africa to Madrid?

Consider Qatar Airways, Emirates or Ethiopian Air when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from South Africa to Madrid.

What airport do you fly into for flights to Madrid from South Africa?

Madrid Barajas (MAD), located 13,6 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from South Africa to Madrid.

Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Madrid that include hotel bookings?

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

How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Madrid?

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

Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Madrid?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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.

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Round-trip from	R10 046
One-way from	R4 038
Popular in	August
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Average price	R13 390
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Madrid?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Madrid (average of R10 806). Flying from South Africa to Madrid in July is currently the most expensive (average of R13 519). 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 ZA to MAD?

When flying from South Africa to Madrid, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How often are flights from South Africa to Madrid delayed?

About 14% of weekly flights between South Africa and Madrid have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 140 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for South Africa to Madrid flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on South Africa to Madrid flights?

Over the past year, Air Europa have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 14% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to Madrid?

The best time to book flights from South Africa to Madrid is 74 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Madrid

Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines from South Africa to Madrid. 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

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Anonymous,Dec 2025

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Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Emirates

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3 655 reviews

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Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Qatar Airways

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Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Turkish Airlines

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Good

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Emirates

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1 / 20

8,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Ethiopian Air

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Emirates

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8,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

British Airways

6,7

Okay

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Emirates

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3 655 reviews

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8,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

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What airport do you fly into for flights to Madrid from South Africa?
Madrid Barajas (MAD), located 13,6 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from South Africa to Madrid.
How long is the flight from South Africa to Madrid?
Turkish Airlines, Ethiopian Air, and Qatar Airways can get you from South Africa to Madrid in just under 14h 45m. Your travel time can differ by up to 30h 10m. The distance between South Africa and Madrid is about 8579 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Madrid one-way?
The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from South Africa to Madrid are Ethiopian Air (R5 323), Turkish Airlines (R5 373), and Qatar Airways (R5 462).
What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Madrid?
When deciding which route to take from South Africa to Madrid, consider Johannesburg OR Tambo - Madrid Barajas, Cape Town Intl - Madrid Barajas or Durban King Shaka Intl - Madrid Barajas, as they are the most popular.
What are the cheapest flights from South Africa to Madrid?
While on average a flight from South Africa to Madrid is generally R20 883, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R6 386. When looking at the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Madrid Barajas), you can expect to pay R9 820 for that flight.
Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Madrid that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Madrid flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Madrid?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to Madrid.
Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Madrid?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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 South Africa to Madrid?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Madrid (average of R10 806). Flying from South Africa to Madrid in July is currently the most expensive (average of R13 519). 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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Air Algerie	CheapestR7 125	AverageR7 640	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time58%	Search Air Algerie flights
Ethiopian Air	CheapestR7 584	AverageR10 711	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Etihad Airways	CheapestR8 747	AverageR10 081	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Etihad Airways flights
Air France	CheapestR9 458	AverageR13 347	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Air France flights
Air Europa	CheapestR9 537	AverageR11 775	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time83%	Search Air Europa flights
Turkish Airlines	CheapestR9 578	AverageR11 484	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Turkish Airlines flights
KLM	CheapestR9 843	AverageR13 601	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search KLM flights
Egyptair	CheapestR10 112	AverageR11 398	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Egyptair flights
Lufthansa	CheapestR10 267	AverageR16 641	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%	Search Lufthansa flights
Qatar Airways	CheapestR10 558	AverageR12 169	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights

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When flying from South Africa to Madrid, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How often are flights from South Africa to Madrid delayed?

About 14% of weekly flights between South Africa and Madrid have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 140 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for South Africa to Madrid flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on South Africa to Madrid flights?

Over the past year, Air Europa have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 14% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to Madrid?

The best time to book flights from South Africa to Madrid is 74 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Madrid

Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines from South Africa to Madrid. 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.

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Best flights from South Africa to Madrid
Discover carefully curated flight deals from South Africa to Madrid that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 13 August 2026.

Direct flights from South Africa to Madrid
Explore direct flight options from South Africa to Madrid based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 13 August 2026.

Last-minute flights from South Africa to Madrid
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One-way flights from South Africa to Madrid
Search for one-way flight options from South Africa to Madrid. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 13 August 2026.