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Cheapest round-trip
$680
Typical prices: $779-$1,025
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Sat 9/15Tue 9/18
MAD - CPT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$479
Typical prices: $569-$859
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Fri 2/16
MAD - CPT • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Madrid and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
8 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 8 weeks in advance save around 21% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 11% price drop
August
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Zurich (ZRH)
Cheapest • Avg $683 (round-trip)
Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB)
Shortest trip • 14h 14m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Madrid to Cape Town (MAD-CPT)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Madrid to Cape Town

Tue, Sep 15 - Fri, Sep 18
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10:30 pm - 10:10 pmMAD  Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 40m1 stop London Gatwick
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12:10 am - 9:30 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
33h 20m1 stop London Gatwick
$680Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 15 - Fri, Sep 18
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10:30 pm - 10:10 pmMAD  Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 40m1 stop London Gatwick
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12:10 am - 9:30 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
33h 20m1 stop London Gatwick
$686Multiple Airlines
Thu, Sep 17 - Sun, Sep 20
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9:45 pm - 10:10 pmMAD  Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 25m1 stop London Gatwick
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12:10 am - 9:30 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
33h 20m1 stop London Gatwick
$687Multiple Airlines
Fri, Jan 22 - Fri, Feb 5
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7:30 pm - 7:35 amMAD  Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl
35h 05m1 stop Zurich
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9:20 am - 9:20 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
25h 00m1 stop Zurich
$720SWISS
Thu, Sep 17 - Sun, Sep 20
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9:45 pm - 10:10 pmMAD  Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 25m1 stop London Gatwick
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12:10 am - 9:30 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
33h 20m1 stop London Gatwick
$728Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 20 - Fri, Feb 5
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7:30 pm - 7:35 amMAD  Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl
35h 05m1 stop Zurich
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9:20 am - 9:20 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
25h 00m1 stop Zurich
$743SWISS
Fri, Jan 22 - Thu, Feb 4
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7:30 pm - 7:35 amMAD  Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl
35h 05m1 stop Zurich
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9:30 am - 6:45 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
34h 15m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Zurich
$754SWISS
Mon, Jan 18 - Sat, Feb 6
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7:25 am - 7:40 amMAD  Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 15m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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9:30 am - 11:35 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
15h 05m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
$759Lufthansa
Thu, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 18
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9:25 pm - 1:00 pmMAD  Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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3:10 pm - 5:25 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
15h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$761Ethiopian Air
Thu, Jan 21 - Thu, Feb 4
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12:00 pm - 7:40 amMAD  Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 40m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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9:30 am - 11:35 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
15h 05m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
$763Lufthansa
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Price, demand and travel trends for Madrid to Cape Town flights

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

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Madrid to Cape Town, it is 10% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 20% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • May is the cheapest month to fly from Madrid to Cape Town at $768 round-trip.
  • August ($987) and October ($949) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 28% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Madrid to Cape Town the cheapest?

Flights from Madrid to Cape Town are cheapest 8 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 21% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Madrid to Cape Town flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$479
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 10% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 14% increase in price.
Flight from Madrid to Cape Town

When to book flights from Madrid to Cape Town

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

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

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Madrid to Cape Town.

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

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

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 38% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) - 11% 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 Madrid to Cape Town?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 25% on the Madrid to Cape Town route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $785 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,041, a difference of $256. 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 Cape Town?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town International Convention Centre and Sea Point Pavilion. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

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

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

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Madrid to Cape Town?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Madrid to Cape Town:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am
    • Latest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am.

    The flight takes about 0h 00m.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 9% above the route average of $867. Book 8 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    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.

  • Have flight prices from Madrid to Cape Town changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $680 to $6,760. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Madrid to Cape Town are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $515, which is 27% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 14h 14m, compared with 15h 23m via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) and 16h 39m via London Heathrow (LHR).

  • What car rental options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

    Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $3 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Europcar
    · Sixt
    · GREEN MOTION
    · Hertz
    · Woodford

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

    Round-trip flights from Madrid to Cape Town range from $779 to $1,025, with an average of $867 over the past 12 months. Anything below $779 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Madrid to Cape Town 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 Tuesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $785 - about $256 less than Sunday (25% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 8 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 21% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Madrid to Cape Town trip for May. Fares historically average $768 round-trip in that month - typically $219 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cape Town Intl Airport.
    - Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
    - Road Lodge L Cape Town International Airport
    - Mbalentle

Everything you need to know for your flight from Madrid to Cape Town

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Madrid (MAD)
Cape Town (CPT)