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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Madrid to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Johannesburg.$868 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Sep, returning Wed, 24 Sep.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Madrid on Tue, 9 Sep, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, 24 Sep, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From $868, select.
Johannesburg.$868 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Mar, returning Mon, 16 Mar.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Madrid on Tue, 10 Mar, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, 16 Mar, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From $868, select.
Johannesburg.$868 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Feb, returning Mon, 16 Feb.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Madrid on Mon, 9 Feb, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, 16 Feb, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From $868, select.
Johannesburg.$868 per passenger.Departing Tue, 26 Aug, returning Wed, 10 Sep.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Madrid on Tue, 26 Aug, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, 10 Sep, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From $868, select.
Johannesburg.$868 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Oct, returning Mon, 13 Oct.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Madrid on Thu, 2 Oct, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, 13 Oct, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From $868, select.
Johannesburg.$871 per passenger.Departing Tue, 4 Nov, returning Mon, 17 Nov.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Madrid on Tue, 4 Nov, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, 17 Nov, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From $871, select.
Johannesburg.$911 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Oct, returning Fri, 7 Nov.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Madrid on Tue, 28 Oct, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Fri, 7 Nov, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From $911, select.
Johannesburg.$911 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Apr, returning Sun, 12 Apr.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Madrid on Thu, 2 Apr, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sun, 12 Apr, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From $911, select.

The cheapest month to fly from Madrid Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, to help you find the lowest one in seconds. Check out the Madrid Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport flight prices forecast over the next 12 months.
Jun
from $1,077
Jul
from $1,102
Aug
from $1,248
Sep
from $867
Oct
from $867
Nov
from $871
Dec
from $1,024
Jan
from $1,203
Feb
from $867
Mar
from $867
Apr
from $911
May
from $1,023
Cheapest month:September
Most expensive month:August

Madrid to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Madrid to Johannesburg below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.

Madrid to Johannesburg: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$867
Cheapest month to flyFebruary

Finding cheap flights from Madrid to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Madrid to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo is $867. 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 Madrid to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo. But we found flights with one or more stops from $868.
As of June 2025, there are no flights flying from Madrid to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.
The cheapest month to fly from Madrid to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Madrid Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport on Monday, 9 February 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Madrid Airport and Johannesburg O.R. Tambo 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 Johannesburg O.R. Tambo 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.
Currently, Ethiopian Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.

Flying from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB): what you need to know

  • Johannesburg's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Johannesburg one hour ahead of Madrid.

  • Your MAD to JNB flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.

  • Travelling during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • If you want to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between MAD and JNB:

    • London Heathrow Airport

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

  • At the moment, $774 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $868. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.

  • Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MAD to JNB if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.

  • If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when looking for a flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from MAD to JNB by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, data shows 78.23% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.

  • To reach Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport from central Madrid, it takes around 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.

  • Need a handy hotel close to MAD? If you're catching an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:

Arriving at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

  • If you're coming in on a late Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these options near JNB:

  • Pick up an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car and explore Johannesburg and beyond with your own wheels. Carwiz, Alamo and Green Motion are top providers you can book with here.

  • Reserving your ride from O.R. Tambo International Airport around three weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.

Getting from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg

  • O.R. Tambo International Airport to central Johannesburg has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 29 kilometres away.

  • Travelling on public transport takes around 1 hour 10 minutes.

When to fly to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

  • It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Johannesburg. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in February.

  • Book your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport for January if you'd like to go to Johannesburg during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MAD to JNB in July. Temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) then.

Explore more of South Africa

  • Soweto is just one of the many places in South Africa waiting to be explored after you've experienced Johannesburg. Around 18 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Mjebha Park, Tutu House - Soweto tours and Go Green Go Clean.

  • Pretoria is another sought-after destination in South Africa and is around 56 kilometres north of Johannesburg. No trip is complete without visiting 32 Battalion Tree of Honour, Wonderpark and Viscount Memorial Wall.

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