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$402+ Cheap flights from Madrid, Spain (MAD) to Cape Town (CPT)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAD — CPT
Mar 20 — Mar 271
Fri 3/20
Fri 3/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Madrid to Cape Town

Cheapest flights from Madrid to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Madrid to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 18, 2026.

This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/169:25 pm
MAD
-
CPT
1 stop14h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 3/301:50 pm
CPT
-
MAD
1 stop16h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/17$635
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/1911:10 pm
MAD
-
CPT
1 stop15h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 5/251:50 pm
CPT
-
MAD
1 stop16h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/17$654
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/99:25 pm
MAD
-
CPT
1 stop16h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 4/151:50 pm
CPT
-
MAD
1 stop16h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/16$675
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/1311:10 pm
MAD
-
CPT
1 stop15h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 4/221:50 pm
CPT
-
MAD
1 stop16h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/17$719
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/1310:05 am
MAD
-
CPT
1 stop34h 50m
SWISS
Sat 5/2310:45 pm
CPT
-
MAD
1 stop34h 35m
SWISS
Deal found 2/17$721
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/239:25 pm
MAD
-
CPT
1 stop16h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 3/92:35 pm
CPT
-
MAD
1 stop15h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/15$741
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/1411:10 pm
MAD
-
CPT
1 stop15h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 4/271:50 pm
CPT
-
MAD
1 stop16h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/17$742
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/129:25 pm
MAD
-
CPT
1 stop16h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 12/23:25 pm
CPT
-
MAD
1 stop15h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/17$743
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/129:25 pm
MAD
-
CPT
1 stop14h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 12/41:50 pm
CPT
-
MAD
1 stop16h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/17$746

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Madrid (MAD) to Cape Town (CPT). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated February 18, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$635
(Ethiopian Air)

One-way from

$402
(Trip.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$764
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($96 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Madrid to Cape Town that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 18, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Madrid to Cape Town that are best for you.

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Cape Town

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MadridCape Town

MAD - CPT

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Mon 3/16

9:25 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop16h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/30

1:50 pm-5:55 am

1 stop16h 05m

$652

MadridCape Town

MAD - CPT

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Tue 5/19

11:10 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop15h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 5/25

1:50 pm-5:55 am

1 stop16h 05m

$654

MadridCape Town

MAD - CPT

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Wed 5/13

10:05 am-8:55 pm

1 stop34h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 5/23

10:45 pm-9:20 am

1 stop34h 35m

$721

MadridCape Town

MAD - CPT

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Tue 3/17

9:25 pm-1:45 pm

1 stop15h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/30

1:50 pm-5:55 am

1 stop16h 05m

$741

MadridCape Town

MAD - CPT

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Tue 4/14

11:10 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop15h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 4/26

1:50 pm-5:55 am

1 stop16h 05m

$747

MadridCape Town

MAD - CPT

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Mon 4/27

1:05 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop32h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 5/1

11:45 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop17h 00m

$752

MadridCape Town

MAD - CPT

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Thu 5/14

10:25 am-9:25 pm

1 stop35h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 5/17

11:15 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop24h 10m

$773

MadridCape Town

MAD - CPT

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Wed 6/10

1:05 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop32h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 6/18

11:15 pm-9:30 am

1 stop34h 15m

$780

MadridCape Town

MAD - CPT

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Tue 4/14

7:30 pm-1:25 pm

2 stops17h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 4/26

8:00 am-9:20 am

1 stop25h 20m

$780

MadridCape Town

MAD - CPT

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Thu 2/26

3:20 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop25h 05m

$402

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  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Madrid-Cape Town flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Madrid-Cape Town flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Madrid to Cape Town

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Madrid to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Madrid to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on February 13, 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Madrid to Cape Town may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 43 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Madrid to Cape Town?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madrid to Cape Town (average of $604). Flying from Madrid to Cape Town in August is currently the most expensive (average of $780). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Madrid to Cape Town?

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cape Town. Reviews last updated February 18, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown KLM from Madrid to Cape Town. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,457 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
KLM
7.7
Good
1,457 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,457 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Madrid to Cape Town. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Airlines like Ethiopian Air fly from Madrid to Cape Town in about 14h 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . The distance between Madrid and Cape Town is about 5331 mi.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Madrid to Cape Town round-trip?

    Currently priced at $676, KLM will fly you from Madrid to Cape Town and back. In addition to KLM, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Users have found that KLM is 18% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Madrid to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Madrid to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Madrid to Cape Town?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Madrid to Cape Town.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Madrid to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Madrid to Cape Town by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Madrid to Cape Town?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madrid to Cape Town (average of $604). Flying from Madrid to Cape Town in August is currently the most expensive (average of $780). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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KLMCheapest$676Average$1,288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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