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Cheap flights from Madrid to Cape Town from £285

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Ethiopian Air Logo
21:25 - 13:00
MAD
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CPT
14h 35m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:35 - 05:25
CPT
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MAD
15h 50m1 stop
£495Ethiopian Air
Mon, 19 Jan - Mon, 2 Feb
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21:25 - 13:45
MAD
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CPT
15h 20m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:25 - 05:25
CPT
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MAD
15h 00m1 stop
£513Ethiopian Air
Thu, 22 Jan - Sun, 8 Feb
Ethiopian Air Logo
21:25 - 13:45
MAD
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CPT
15h 20m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 05:25
CPT
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MAD
16h 35m1 stop
£514Ethiopian Air
Thu, 22 Jan - Sun, 8 Feb
Ethiopian Air Logo
21:25 - 13:00
MAD
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CPT
14h 35m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 05:25
CPT
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MAD
16h 35m1 stop
£514Ethiopian Air
Mon, 19 Jan - Sun, 25 Jan
Ethiopian Air Logo
21:25 - 13:45
MAD
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CPT
15h 20m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:35 - 05:25
CPT
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MAD
15h 50m1 stop
£530Ethiopian Air
Tue, 3 Feb - Wed, 11 Feb
Ethiopian Air Logo
21:25 - 13:00
MAD
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CPT
14h 35m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:35 - 05:25
CPT
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MAD
15h 50m1 stop
£531Ethiopian Air
Mon, 16 Feb - Wed, 4 Mar
Ethiopian Air Logo
21:25 - 13:00
MAD
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CPT
14h 35m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:35 - 05:25
CPT
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MAD
15h 50m1 stop
£532Ethiopian Air
Sat, 17 Jan - Fri, 23 Jan
Ethiopian Air Logo
21:25 - 13:45
MAD
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CPT
15h 20m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:35 - 05:25
CPT
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MAD
15h 50m1 stop
£547Ethiopian Air
Thu, 12 Feb - Mon, 2 Mar
Ethiopian Air Logo
21:25 - 13:45
MAD
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CPT
15h 20m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 05:25
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16h 35m1 stop
£550Ethiopian Air
Tue, 3 Feb - Sun, 15 Feb
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21:25 - 14:35
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CPT
16h 10m1 stop
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15:25 - 05:25
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15h 00m1 stop
£551Ethiopian Air
Mon, 16 Feb - Sun, 1 Mar

SWISS flights from Madrid to Cape Town

Our best SWISS deals on Madrid to Cape Town flight tickets
SWISS
1 Feb
MAD19:35Madrid Barajas
14h 15m
1 stop
CPT10:50Cape Town Intl
11 Feb
CPT09:25Cape Town Intl
34h 20m
1 stop
MAD18:45Madrid Barajas
£552
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SWISS
2 Feb
MAD19:35Madrid Barajas
18h 40m
2 stops
CPT15:15Cape Town Intl
11 Feb
CPT09:25Cape Town Intl
34h 20m
1 stop
MAD18:45Madrid Barajas
£573
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SWISS
22 Dec
MAD10:10Madrid Barajas
20h 30m
2 stops
CPT07:40Cape Town Intl
16 Jan
CPT09:25Cape Town Intl
24h 55m
1 stop
MAD09:20Madrid Barajas
£1,054
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Turkish Airlines flights from Madrid to Cape Town

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on Madrid to Cape Town flight tickets
Turkish Airlines
20 Feb
MAD11:55Madrid Barajas
22h 55m
1 stop
CPT11:50Cape Town Intl
6 Mar
CPT17:15Cape Town Intl
21h 05m
1 stop
MAD13:20Madrid Barajas
£571
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Turkish Airlines
5 Feb
MAD17:55Madrid Barajas
16h 55m
1 stop
CPT11:50Cape Town Intl
13 Feb
CPT17:15Cape Town Intl
21h 05m
1 stop
MAD13:20Madrid Barajas
£594
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Turkish Airlines
17 Feb
MAD11:55Madrid Barajas
22h 55m
1 stop
CPT11:50Cape Town Intl
3 Mar
CPT17:15Cape Town Intl
21h 05m
1 stop
MAD13:20Madrid Barajas
£599
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Customise 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, momondo users made 279,928 searches. Data last updated 18 December 2025.
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MadridCape Town

MAD - CPT

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Mon 19/1

21:25-13:00

1 stop14h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/2

14:35-05:25

1 stop15h 50m

£495

MadridCape Town

MAD - CPT

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Thu 22/1

21:25-13:45

1 stop15h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/2

15:25-05:25

1 stop15h 00m

£513

MadridCape Town

MAD - CPT

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Thu 22/1

21:25-13:45

1 stop15h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/2

13:50-05:25

1 stop16h 35m

£514

MadridCape Town

MAD - CPT

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Mon 19/1

21:25-13:00

1 stop14h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 25/1

13:50-05:25

1 stop16h 35m

£514

MadridCape Town

MAD - CPT

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Tue 3/2

21:25-13:45

1 stop15h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/2

14:35-05:25

1 stop15h 50m

£530

MadridCape Town

MAD - CPT

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Mon 16/2

21:25-13:00

1 stop14h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/3

14:35-05:25

1 stop15h 50m

£531

MadridCape Town

MAD - CPT

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Sat 17/1

21:25-13:00

1 stop14h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 23/1

14:35-05:25

1 stop15h 50m

£532

MadridCape Town

MAD - CPT

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Thu 12/2

21:25-13:45

1 stop15h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/3

14:35-05:25

1 stop15h 50m

£547

MadridCape Town

MAD - CPT

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Tue 3/2

21:25-13:45

1 stop15h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 15/2

13:50-05:25

1 stop16h 35m

£550

MadridCape Town

MAD - CPT

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Mon 16/2

21:25-14:35

1 stop16h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/3

15:25-05:25

1 stop15h 00m

£551

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Madrid to Cape Town

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of April, then book flights to Cape Town from Madrid during May instead. Flights to Cape Town in May, while not as cheap as those in April, still average around £538.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cape Town?

Our data shows that Tuesday is the least expensive day to fly to Cape Town. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as £535. Flights from Madrid to Cape Town on a Monday will generally be more expensive and average around £1,066. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Cape Town?

At midday is the cheapest time of day to fly from Madrid to Cape Town when you can find flight prices for as low as £520. Flying to Cape Town at midday is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the morning when prices are £948 on average. Flights to Cape Town from Madrid in the morning are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Cape Town?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cape Town from Madrid when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around £613 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cape Town from Madrid for as low as £542 on momondo.

How have Madrid to Cape Town flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for Madrid to Cape Town flights are approximately 24% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Madrid to Cape Town

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Madrid to Cape Town according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Madrid to Cape Town (MAD to CPT) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Madrid to Cape Town

Fastest flight time

25h 05m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Madrid to Cape Town takes 25h 05m
There are no direct flights from Madrid to Cape Town. There are no popular flight routes from Madrid to Cape Town.
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  • How far is Madrid Barajas to Cape Town Intl by plane?

    The distance between Madrid Barajas and Cape Town Intl is about 5323.3 mi. Flights usually cover this in 25h 05m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Madrid Barajas Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?

    Prices for flights from Madrid Barajas Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport are updated daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Madrid Barajas Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Madrid Barajas Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Madrid Barajas Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Cape Town Intl Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cape Town Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from Madrid to Cape Town?

Best airlines flying from Madrid to Cape Town

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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
LufthansaPriceFrom £481Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,635 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom £568Free CancellationRating
7.3
4,105 reviews
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