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Cheap flights from Madrid, Spain to Cape Town from £354

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 13/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAD — CPT
6 Mar — 13 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 4 February 2026.

Mon 23/221:25
MAD
-
CPT
1 stop14h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 11/314:35
CPT
-
MAD
1 stop15h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/2£474
Mon 23/321:25
MAD
-
CPT
1 stop16h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 30/313:50
CPT
-
MAD
1 stop16h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 3/2£489
Thu 5/321:25
MAD
-
CPT
1 stop15h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 15/313:50
CPT
-
MAD
1 stop16h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/2£492
Mon 23/321:25
MAD
-
CPT
1 stop14h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 13/413:50
CPT
-
MAD
1 stop16h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/2£524
Thu 12/321:25
MAD
-
CPT
1 stop15h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 15/313:50
CPT
-
MAD
1 stop16h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 3/2£539
Mon 11/523:10
MAD
-
CPT
1 stop15h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 29/513:50
CPT
-
MAD
1 stop16h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 3/2£544
Sun 26/410:25
MAD
-
CPT
1 stop35h 00m
KLM
Fri 22/523:15
CPT
-
MAD
1 stop17h 10m
KLM
Deal found 3/2£549
Sun 5/407:30
MAD
-
CPT
1 stop28h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 17/416:35
CPT
-
MAD
1 stop17h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/2£565
Mon 16/321:25
MAD
-
CPT
1 stop14h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 22/313:50
CPT
-
MAD
1 stop16h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/2£574

Find flight deals from Madrid to Cape Town

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 4 February 2026.

Round-trip from

£474

One-way from

£354

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£552
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 23/2-11/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 25m total
  • Madrid to Cape Town
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13/5
  • 13/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 35h 15m total
  • Madrid to Cape Town
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£13 potential savings vs. average return price).
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MadridCape Town

MAD - CPT

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Mon 23/2

21:25-18:55

2 stops20h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/3

14:35-05:25

1 stop15h 50m

£596

MadridCape Town

MAD - CPT

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Tue 24/3

21:25-18:55

2 stops20h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 8/4

13:50-05:55

1 stop16h 05m

£639

MadridCape Town

MAD - CPT

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Mon 23/2

09:10-11:50

1 stop25h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/3

14:00-16:25

2 stops27h 25m

£647

MadridCape Town

MAD - CPT

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Tue 24/3

11:55-11:50

1 stop22h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 7/4

16:35-10:30

1 stop17h 55m

£647

MadridCape Town

MAD - CPT

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Mon 23/2

14:25-14:35

2 stops23h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/3

14:00-16:25

2 stops27h 25m

£660

MadridCape Town

MAD - CPT

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Wed 8/4

17:20-05:50

1 stop36h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/12

08:00-10:15

1 stop27h 15m

£697

MadridCape Town

MAD - CPT

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Tue 24/3

11:55-11:50

1 stop22h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 6/4

16:35-22:45

1 stop30h 10m

£712

MadridCape Town

MAD - CPT

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Mon 23/3

08:25-10:30

1 stop25h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 9/4

13:15-07:45

1 stop18h 30m

£754

MadridCape Town

MAD - CPT

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Tue 24/3

15:20-17:25

1 stop25h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 9/4

13:15-07:45

1 stop18h 30m

£754

MadridCape Town

MAD - CPT

MADCPT

Madrid Barajas

Mon 11/5

23:10-14:35

1 stop15h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 14/5

15:25-12:25

2 stops21h 00m

£755

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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 return flight from Madrid to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 30 January 2026.

The best time to book flights from Madrid to Cape Town is 72 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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 £451). Flying from Madrid to Cape Town in August is currently the most expensive (average of £568). 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.

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 4 February 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Madrid to Cape Town, such as Turkish Airlines, Ethiopian Air, andLufthansa. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,210 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.3

Crew

7.8

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

7.3

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Joel,Nov 2025

IST - IAD

The flight was fine except half the bathrooms in economy class were out of order and taped shut. Turkish Airlines had changed or ultimately canceled the flight to Istanbul several times and the vendor that kayak uses to purchase the tickets then canceled our reservations without informing us. When I called for a boarding pass 24 hours before the flight, we found out that our reservations have been canceled and had to act quickly to get new reservations at double the expense… Using the same vendor who had gotten reimbursed for the original flights.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,210 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,210 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.3

Crew

7.8

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

7.3

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Joel,Nov 2025

IST - IAD

The flight was fine except half the bathrooms in economy class were out of order and taped shut. Turkish Airlines had changed or ultimately canceled the flight to Istanbul several times and the vendor that kayak uses to purchase the tickets then canceled our reservations without informing us. When I called for a boarding pass 24 hours before the flight, we found out that our reservations have been canceled and had to act quickly to get new reservations at double the expense… Using the same vendor who had gotten reimbursed for the original flights.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
955 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,210 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.3

Crew

7.8

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

7.3

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Joel,Nov 2025

IST - IAD

The flight was fine except half the bathrooms in economy class were out of order and taped shut. Turkish Airlines had changed or ultimately canceled the flight to Istanbul several times and the vendor that kayak uses to purchase the tickets then canceled our reservations without informing us. When I called for a boarding pass 24 hours before the flight, we found out that our reservations have been canceled and had to act quickly to get new reservations at double the expense… Using the same vendor who had gotten reimbursed for the original flights.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,759 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,210 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.3

Crew

7.8

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

7.3

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Joel,Nov 2025

IST - IAD

The flight was fine except half the bathrooms in economy class were out of order and taped shut. Turkish Airlines had changed or ultimately canceled the flight to Istanbul several times and the vendor that kayak uses to purchase the tickets then canceled our reservations without informing us. When I called for a boarding pass 24 hours before the flight, we found out that our reservations have been canceled and had to act quickly to get new reservations at double the expense… Using the same vendor who had gotten reimbursed for the original flights.

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?

    There are many flights that can get you from Madrid to Cape Town in 14h 35m. Fly via Ethiopian Air or Turkish Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between Madrid and Cape Town is about 5331 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Madrid to Cape Town round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Madrid to Cape Town is Lufthansa. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £470 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Ethiopian Air and Turkish Airlines, starting at £471 and £555 round-trip. Users have found that Lufthansa is 21% 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 holiday 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 £451). Flying from Madrid to Cape Town in August is currently the most expensive (average of £568). 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 3 airlines flying from Madrid to Cape Town

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapest£470Average£517FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest£471Average£508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£555Average£678FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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