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Cheapest round-trip
$546
Typical prices: $690-$1,004
Air Europa
Fri 11/9Mon 11/12
MAD - JNB • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$425
Typical prices: $519-$689
Multiple Airlines
Wed 11/28
MAD - JNB • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
3 days a week
You can fly direct with Air Europa. Average duration is 10h 05m
Direct flights
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Direct flights
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Avoid delays
Air Europa
Most punctual • 75% on-time
Night
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
26 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 19% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 16% price drop
July
Most popular
Good to know
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Top layover airports
Algiers Houari Boumediene (ALG)
Cheapest • Avg $650 (round-trip)
Zurich (ZRH)
Shortest trip • 13h 53m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Madrid to Johannesburg (MAD-JNB)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Madrid to Johannesburg

Mon, Nov 9 - Thu, Nov 12
Air Europa Logo
11:35 pm - 10:40 amMAD  Madrid Barajas-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
10h 05mnonstop
Air Europa Logo
7:55 pm - 5:05 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MAD Madrid Barajas
10h 10mnonstop
$546Air Europa
Mon, Dec 7 - Tue, Jan 19
Air Europa Logo
11:35 pm - 10:40 amMAD  Madrid Barajas-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
10h 05mnonstop
Air Europa Logo
7:55 pm - 5:05 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MAD Madrid Barajas
10h 10mnonstop
$572Air Europa
Fri, Dec 4 - Tue, Jan 19
Air Europa Logo
11:35 pm - 10:40 amMAD  Madrid Barajas-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
10h 05mnonstop
Air Europa Logo
7:55 pm - 5:05 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MAD Madrid Barajas
10h 10mnonstop
$572Air Europa
Mon, Dec 7 - Sat, Jan 16
Air Europa Logo
11:35 pm - 10:40 amMAD  Madrid Barajas-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
10h 05mnonstop
Air Europa Logo
7:55 pm - 5:05 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MAD Madrid Barajas
10h 10mnonstop
$572Air Europa
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23
Ethiopian Air Logo
9:25 pm - 1:30 pmMAD  Madrid Barajas-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
15h 05m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
2:30 pm - 5:25 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MAD Madrid Barajas
15h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$573Ethiopian Air
Thu, Mar 4 - Sun, Mar 14
Ethiopian Air Logo
9:25 pm - 1:30 pmMAD  Madrid Barajas-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
15h 05m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
2:30 pm - 5:25 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MAD Madrid Barajas
15h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$622Ethiopian Air
Thu, Oct 29 - Thu, Nov 12
Ethiopian Air Logo
9:25 pm - 1:30 pmMAD  Madrid Barajas-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
15h 05m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
11:00 pm - 5:25 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MAD Madrid Barajas
31h 25m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$639Ethiopian Air
Mon, Apr 5 - Tue, Apr 13
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:25 pm - 10:20 amMAD  Madrid Barajas-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
15h 55m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
5:45 pm - 1:35 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MAD Madrid Barajas
19h 50m1 stop Istanbul
$645Turkish Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Sun, Dec 6
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:00 pm - 10:25 pmMAD  Madrid Barajas-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 25m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
12:20 am - 4:55 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MAD Madrid Barajas
17h 35m1 stop Istanbul
$650Turkish Airlines
Fri, Nov 20 - Fri, Nov 27
Etihad Airways Logo
9:45 am - 8:25 amMAD  Madrid Barajas-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 am - 7:25 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MAD Madrid Barajas
22h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$655Etihad Airways
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Price, demand and travel trends for Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Round-trip flights from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport typically range from $690 to $1,004. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $546, on Air Europa.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. It’s 12% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 8% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

•January and February are the cheapest months to fly from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport at $687 round-trip.
•December ($1,156) and August ($940) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 68% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 19% 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$425
Beat the crowds with an average 46% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 218% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

When to book flights from Madrid to Johannesburg

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Madrid to Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 11:35 pm and lands at 9:40 am
    • Latest: departs at 11:45 pm and lands at 9:50 am.

    The flight takes about 10h 05m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport takes 10h 05m, covering 5,032 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport range from $690 to $1,004, with an average of $816 over the past 12 months. Anything below $690 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 11% above the $816 route average. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $650 round-trip via Algiers Houari Boumediene (ALG), compared to $926 for nonstop.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Air Europa is the only airline operating Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights. 75% of its flights are on time.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Air Europa. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner variants.

  • How are flight prices from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $514, which is 16% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB)?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $4 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • Woodford
    • Europcar
    • Sixt
    • Budget

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Flights from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport usually depart from Madrid Barajas (MAD) and arrive at Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport route, 25% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 23m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Algiers Houari Boumediene (ALG) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) - 13% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 19% on flights from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $722 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $887, a difference of $165.

    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 airlines fly from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Only Air Europa operates flights between Madrid and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Flying via Zurich (ZRH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 13h 53m, compared with 15h 25m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) and 15h 26m via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD).

  • What popular places can I visit in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are Sandton Convention Centre, Nelson Mandela Square and Gold Reef City. These are among the most viewed places in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights:

    • Air Europa: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Air Europa: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 Wednesday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $722, about $165 less than Wednesday fares (19% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 19% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport trip for January. Fares historically average $687 round-trip in that month - typically $469 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Algiers Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $650 round-trip on this route - about $276 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

    • Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport
    • Garden Court Or Tambo International Airport
    • Aero Guest Lodge

Prefer to fly direct from Madrid to Johannesburg?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Madrid Barajas Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Madrid Barajas to Johannesburg OR Tambo

Monday

Air Europa

Air Europa

Wednesday

Air Europa

Air Europa

Friday

Air Europa

Air Europa

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Direct returns

Johannesburg OR Tambo to Madrid Barajas

Tuesday

Air Europa

Air Europa

Thursday

Air Europa

Air Europa

Saturday

Air Europa

Air Europa

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