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Cheapest round-trip
$699
Typical prices: $779-$1,004
KLM, Air France
Sun 12/2Sun 12/9
MAD - CPT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$510
Typical prices: $599-$891
Multiple Airlines
Sun 12/2
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 17% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 12% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
London Gatwick (LGW)
Cheapest • Avg $854 (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

Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
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6:05 am - 10:40 pmMAD  Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 35m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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8:30 am - 9:10 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
25h 40m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
$699Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 13 - Fri, Jan 29
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12:35 pm - 5:20 pmMAD  Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 45m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Johannesburg OR Tambo
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8:30 am - 9:10 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
25h 40m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
$725Air France
Mon, Nov 16 - Sun, Nov 22
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6:05 am - 9:45 amMAD  Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 40m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Johannesburg OR Tambo
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8:30 am - 9:10 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
25h 40m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
$726Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
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6:05 am - 9:45 amMAD  Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 40m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Johannesburg OR Tambo
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8:30 am - 11:05 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
15h 35m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
$727Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jan 18 - Thu, Feb 18
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6:00 pm - 11:00 pmMAD  Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl
28h 00m1 stop Istanbul
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5:15 pm - 11:35 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
31h 20m1 stop Istanbul
$728Turkish Airlines
Mon, Nov 2 - Fri, Nov 13
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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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1:50 pm - 5:25 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
16h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$740Ethiopian Air
Thu, Feb 11 - Mon, Feb 22
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8:15 am - 10:30 amMAD  Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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12:35 pm - 1:50 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
26h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$746Iberia
Mon, Feb 22 - Mon, Mar 1
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8:15 am - 10:30 amMAD  Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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12:35 pm - 1:50 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
26h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$748Iberia
Mon, Nov 2 - Thu, Nov 12
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8:30 pm - 10:40 pmMAD  Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 10m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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6:25 pm - 4:05 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
22h 40m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Amsterdam Schiphol
$751KLM
Fri, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 13
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10:50 am - 6:25 amMAD  Madrid Barajas-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 35m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle
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8:30 am - 9:10 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
25h 40m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
$753Multiple Airlines
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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 with more confidence.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Madrid to Cape Town. It’s 9% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 20% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Madrid to Cape Town?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Madrid to Cape Town at $759 round-trip.
•August ($981) and December ($925) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 29% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights 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 17% 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

$510
Beat the crowds with an average 46% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 39% increase in travelers.
One-way 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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

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

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

  • 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.

  • 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 $1,004, with an average of $863 over the past 12 months. Anything below $779 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 5% above the $863 route average. Book 8 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • 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 $699 to $5,465. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x 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 $561, which is 24% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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:

    • Sixt
    • Europcar
    • Woodford
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz

  • 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).

  • 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) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) - 8% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 24% on flights from Madrid to Cape Town. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $793 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,041, a difference of $248.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • 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 26m via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) and 16h 42m via London Heathrow (LHR).

  • What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Cape Town International Convention Centre, Camps Bay Beach and Sea Point Pavilion. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

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 are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $793, about $248 less than Sunday fares (24% 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 17% 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 January. Fares historically average $759 round-trip in that month - typically $222 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 Cape Town International Airport
    • Mbalentle

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