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Cheapest round-trip
$714
Typical prices: $716-$915
Qatar Airways
Sat 10/20Sat 10/27
CPT - MAD • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$418
Typical prices: $404-$688
Qatar Airways
Wed 2/21
CPT - MAD • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cape Town and Madrid. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
11 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 11 weeks in advance save around 28% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 11% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top layover airports
London Gatwick (LGW)
Cheapest • Avg $613 (round-trip)
Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)
Shortest trip • 15h 26m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Madrid (CPT-MAD)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Cape Town to Madrid

Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27
Qatar Airways Logo
1:15 pm - 2:15 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
25h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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10:05 pm - 5:25 pmMAD  Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$714Qatar Airways
Thu, Nov 19 - Wed, Nov 25
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12:35 pm - 1:50 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
26h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
8:05 am - 10:30 amMAD  Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$715Qatar Airways
Thu, Nov 19 - Wed, Nov 25
TAAG Logo
3:05 pm - 10:45 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
44h 40m2 stops Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl Lisbon Humberto Delgado
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5:40 pm - 2:05 pmMAD  Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl
43h 25m2 stops Lisbon Humberto Delgado Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
$731TAAG
Fri, Oct 9 - Sat, Oct 24
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12:10 am - 9:30 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
33h 20m1 stop London Gatwick
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:20 pm - 9:30 amMAD  Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl
36h 10m1 stop London Gatwick
$732Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 17 - Sat, Oct 24
Qatar Airways Logo
1:15 pm - 2:15 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
25h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
10:45 pm - 5:25 pmMAD  Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$743Qatar Airways
Thu, Oct 8 - Tue, Nov 10
TAAG Logo
3:05 pm - 2:55 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
47h 50m2 stops Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl Lisbon Humberto Delgado
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5:40 pm - 2:00 pmMAD  Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl
43h 20m2 stops Lisbon Humberto Delgado Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
$769TAAG
Thu, Oct 8 - Tue, Nov 10
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3:05 pm - 2:55 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
47h 50m2 stops Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl Lisbon Humberto Delgado
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5:40 pm - 2:00 pmMAD  Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl
43h 20m2 stops Lisbon Humberto Delgado Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
$770TAAG
Sun, Oct 25 - Thu, Oct 29
Ethiopian Air Logo
3:10 pm - 5:25 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
15h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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9:25 pm - 2:10 pmMAD  Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$784Ethiopian Air
Thu, Oct 15 - Fri, Oct 23
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:10 am - 9:30 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
33h 20m1 stop London Gatwick
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9:45 pm - 10:10 pmMAD  Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 25m1 stop London Gatwick
$785Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 9 - Sat, Oct 17
Ethiopian Air Logo
3:10 pm - 5:55 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
14h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
11:10 pm - 2:10 pmMAD  Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 00m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$788Ethiopian Air
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Price, demand and travel trends for Cape Town to Madrid flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Cape Town to Madrid with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Cape Town to Madrid?

Round-trip flights from Cape Town to Madrid start at $714. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $716 to $915. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $714 on Qatar Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Madrid?

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Madrid, it is 4% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 4% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Madrid?

  • November is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Madrid at $704 round-trip.
  • July ($922) and December ($900) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 30% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Cape Town to Madrid the cheapest?

Flights from Cape Town to Madrid are cheapest 11 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 28% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Cape Town to Madrid flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$418
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 4% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 8% lower on average.
Flight from Cape Town to Madrid

When to book flights from Cape Town to Madrid

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cape Town to Madrid based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Cape Town to Madrid flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cape Town to Madrid?

    Flights from Cape Town to Madrid usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and arrive at Madrid Barajas (MAD).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Cape Town to Madrid?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Cape Town to Madrid:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cape Town to Madrid pass through?

    One-stop flights from Cape Town to Madrid most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 38% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) - 10% of one-stop connections

    Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cape Town to Madrid?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 8% on the Cape Town to Madrid route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $770 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $833, a difference of $63. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Madrid?

    Some of the most popular sights in Madrid are Madrid City Centre, Plaza Mayor and Puerta del Sol. These are among the most viewed places in Madrid on KAYAK.

  • How expensive are last-minute Cape Town to Madrid flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 23% above the route average of $795. Book 11 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Cape Town to Madrid?

    A nonstop flight from Cape Town to Madrid takes 0h 00m, covering 5,331 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cape Town to Madrid?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How are flight prices from Cape Town to Madrid looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cape Town to Madrid are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $444, which is 13% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Cape Town to Madrid?

    Flying via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 15h 26m, compared with 16h 27m via London Heathrow (LHR) and 17h 17m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

  • What car rental options are available at Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD)?

    Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $2 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Record go
    · Goldcar Rental SP
    · CLICK RENT
    · Alamo
    · Centauro

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cape Town to Madrid flight?

    Round-trip flights from Cape Town to Madrid range from $716 to $915, with an average of $795 over the past 12 months. Anything below $716 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Cape Town to Madrid flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Thursday flights average $770 - about $63 less than Saturday (8% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 11 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 28% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Madrid trip for November. Fares historically average $704 round-trip in that month - typically $218 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Madrid Barajas Airport.
    - Senator Barajas Hotel
    - Clement Barajas
    - ibis Madrid Aeropuerto Barajas

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