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Madrid.$876 per passenger.Departing Tue, 4 Nov, returning Tue, 25 Nov.Return flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK) and easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK), departs from Cape Town on Tue, 4 Nov, arriving in Madrid.Inbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Madrid on Tue, 25 Nov, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $876, select.
Madrid.$906 per passenger.Departing Fri, 15 May, returning Tue, 9 Jun.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Fri, 15 May, arriving in Madrid.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Madrid on Tue, 9 Jun, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $906, select.
Madrid.$921 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Feb, returning Sat, 28 Feb.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 18 Feb, arriving in Madrid.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Madrid on Sat, 28 Feb, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $921, select.
Madrid.$922 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Sep, returning Wed, 17 Jun.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Cape Town on Fri, 26 Sep, arriving in Madrid.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Madrid on Wed, 17 Jun, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $922, select.
Madrid.$925 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 Aug, returning Thu, 14 Aug.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Cape Town on Fri, 1 Aug, arriving in Madrid.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Madrid on Thu, 14 Aug, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $925, select.
Madrid.$929 per passenger.Departing Sat, 2 Aug, returning Sat, 6 Sep.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Cape Town on Sat, 2 Aug, arriving in Madrid.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Madrid on Sat, 6 Sep, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $929, select.
Madrid.$929 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Nov, returning Wed, 10 Dec.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 26 Nov, arriving in Madrid.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Madrid on Wed, 10 Dec, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $929, select.
Madrid.$934 per passenger.Departing Fri, 10 Oct, returning Sun, 12 Oct.Return flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK) and easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK), departs from Cape Town on Fri, 10 Oct, arriving in Madrid.Inbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Madrid on Sun, 12 Oct, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $934, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Madrid

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cape Town to Madrid flights are currently cheapest in November.
Aug
from $925
Sep
from $1,022
Oct
from $934
Nov
from $876
Dec
from $1,578
Jan
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Feb
from $921
Mar
from $1,460
Apr
from $1,233
May
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Jun
from $1,228
Jul
from $1,405

Cape Town to Madrid: Alternative routes

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Cape Town to Madrid: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$876
Cheapest month to flyNovember

Finding cheap flights from Cape Town to Madrid: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Cape Town to Madrid is $876. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Cape Town to Madrid. But we found flights with one or more stops from $876.
As of August 2025, there are no flights flying from Cape Town to Madrid.
The cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Madrid is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cape Town Airport to Madrid Airport on Tuesday, 4 November 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Cape Town Airport and Madrid Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Madrid but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Madrid is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Norse Atlantic Airways (UK) offers the cheapest flight tickets to Madrid.

Travelling from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD): what you need to know

  • Madrid's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Madrid one hour behind Cape Town.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your CPT to MAD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.

  • During popular months like June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a high season in general.

  • We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Cape Town International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between CPT and MAD include:

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport

    • Frankfurt Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Cape Town International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight is $412. A return ticket right now is $876. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.

  • It's often best to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from CPT to MAD. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.

  • If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for a flight from Cape Town International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from CPT to MAD by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Cape Town International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport.

Handy information about Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • Cape Town International Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 81.65% of flights that take off from CPT arrive at their destination on time.

  • To reach Cape Town International Airport from central Cape Town, it takes about 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Booked an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to CPT:

Arriving at Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)

Getting from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to central Madrid

  • From Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, Madrid is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.

  • It typically takes 35 minutes when travelling by public transport.

When to fly to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Cape Town International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Madrid in April.

  • Before locking in your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Madrid, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from CPT to MAD in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.

Explore more of Spain

  • You've seen Madrid, now it's time to discover more of Spain. Travel around 274 kilometres north-east to Zaragoza to check off its leading attractions. From Puente de Piedra to Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • If you want to check out another great destination in Spain, consider Salamanca, about 177 kilometres west of Madrid. Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca are the start of reasons to visit.

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