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$383+ Cheap flights from Cape Town (CPT) to Madrid, Spain (MAD)

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 12/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — MAD
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Madrid Barajas are usually found in November or February, booked 18 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Madrid
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Madrid. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 12, 2025.

This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/319:30 amCPT - MAD
2 stops24h 50mSWISS
Sun 2/17:35 pmMAD - CPT
1 stop14h 15mSWISS
Deal found 12/10$719
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/308:50 pmCPT - MAD
1 stop22h 35mBritish Airways
Sat 1/317:25 pmMAD - CPT
1 stop15h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/10$751
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/318:35 pmCPT - MAD
1 stop18h 00mBritish Airways
Thu 1/2910:35 amMAD - CPT
2 stops25h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/10$784
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/308:50 pmCPT - MAD
1 stop22h 35mBritish Airways
Mon 2/26:05 pmMAD - CPT
2 stops22h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/10$785
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/292:35 pmCPT - MAD
1 stop15h 50mEthiopian Air
Mon 2/29:25 pmMAD - CPT
1 stop14h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/10$797
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/292:35 pmCPT - MAD
1 stop15h 50mEthiopian Air
Sat 1/319:25 pmMAD - CPT
1 stop16h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/10$821
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/298:35 pmCPT - MAD
1 stop21h 20mBritish Airways
Sun 2/110:35 amMAD - CPT
1 stop22h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/10$834
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/319:00 amCPT - MAD
1 stop25h 20mSWISS
Fri 1/307:35 pmMAD - CPT
1 stop34h 55mSWISS
Deal found 12/10$866

Find flight deals from Cape Town to Madrid

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Madrid (MAD). 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 December 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$619
(Ethiopian Air)

One-way from

$412
(Turkish Airlines)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$892
Provider with most accurate pricing for Cape Town Intl-Madrid Barajas flight deals.
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From Cape Town Intl to Madrid Barajas
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One-way flight from Cape Town Intl to Madrid Barajas
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($140 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($24 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Madrid 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 December 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cape Town to Madrid that are best for you.

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Cape Town

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Madrid

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownMadrid

CPT - MAD

CPTMAD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 5/11

2:35 pm-5:55 am

1 stop15h 20m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 5/30

11:10 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop15h 25m

$615

Cape TownMadrid

CPT - MAD

CPTMAD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 2/13

8:50 pm-9:45 am

1 stop37h 55m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 2/17

10:25 am-12:10 pm

1 stop24h 45m

$733

Cape TownMadrid

CPT - MAD

CPTMAD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 1/15

6:55 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop24h 30m

Madrid Barajas

Sun 2/1

10:35 am-10:20 am

1 stop22h 45m

$735

Cape TownMadrid

CPT - MAD

CPTMAD

Cape Town Intl

Wed 1/14

6:55 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop19h 40m

Madrid Barajas

Sun 2/1

12:00 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop23h 10m

$735

Cape TownMadrid

CPT - MAD

CPTMAD

Cape Town Intl

Wed 1/14

8:35 pm-11:55 am

1 stop16h 20m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 2/2

12:50 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop22h 20m

$735

Cape TownMadrid

CPT - MAD

CPTMAD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 1/15

8:45 pm-11:55 am

1 stop16h 10m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 2/2

12:50 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop22h 20m

$735

Cape TownMadrid

CPT - MAD

CPTMAD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 12/30

6:55 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop26h 05m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 2/2

12:50 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop22h 20m

$751

Cape TownMadrid

CPT - MAD

CPTMAD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/18

12:30 pm-1:40 pm

2 stops50h 10m

$383

Cape TownMadrid

CPT - MAD

CPTMAD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 1/16

5:15 pm-4:25 pm

1 stop24h 10m

$412

Cape TownMadrid

CPT - MAD

CPTMAD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 1/16

12:35 pm-10:05 am

2 stops22h 30m

$658

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 12/11

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Compare providers for flights from Cape Town to Madrid

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Cape Town to Madrid in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Cape Town-Madrid flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Cape Town-Madrid flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Cape Town-Madrid flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Cape Town-Madrid flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Cape Town-Madrid 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 Cape Town to Madrid

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Madrid from Cape Town with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Cape Town to Madrid

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Cape Town to Madrid. Price data was last updated on December 5, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Cape Town to Madrid, you should look to book at least 18 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Madrid (average of $422). Flying from Cape Town to Madrid in December is currently the most expensive (average of $707). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CPT to MAD?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to Madrid. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 12, 2025.

When flying from Cape Town to Madrid, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 27% versus a flight in the evening.

Reviews of airlines servicing Madrid

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Madrid. 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 Madrid. Reviews last updated December 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Qatar Airways from Cape Town to Madrid to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,677 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Food

7.3

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

JFK - DOH

Very good, first time travel with Qatar airlines, great, thank you
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,677 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,677 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Food

7.3

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

JFK - DOH

Very good, first time travel with Qatar airlines, great, thank you

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to Madrid. 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 Cape Town to Madrid?

    For as low as $619, Ethiopian Air can have you in Madrid from Cape Town in 15h 20m. There are 5331 mi between Cape Town and Madrid.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Cape Town to Madrid round-trip from $707. You may be able to fly from Cape Town to Madrid for 11% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to Madrid 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 Cape Town to Madrid?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Madrid (average of $422). Flying from Cape Town to Madrid in December is currently the most expensive (average of $707). 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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Top airline flying from Cape Town to Madrid

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Cape Town to Madrid. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$707Average$1,050FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%

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