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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Madrid to Cape Town? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Cape Town.RM2,559 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Mar, returning Mon, 30 Mar.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Madrid on Mon, 16 Mar, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Mon, 30 Mar, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,559, select.
Cape Town.RM2,562 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Apr, returning Wed, 29 Apr.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Madrid on Thu, 23 Apr, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 29 Apr, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,562, select.
Cape Town.RM2,562 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 May, returning Mon, 11 May.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Madrid on Mon, 4 May, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Mon, 11 May, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,562, select.
Cape Town.RM2,565 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Apr, returning Mon, 11 May.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Madrid on Tue, 28 Apr, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Mon, 11 May, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,565, select.
Cape Town.RM2,604 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Nov, returning Wed, 9 Dec.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Madrid on Wed, 25 Nov, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,604, select.
Cape Town.RM2,639 per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 May, returning Mon, 8 Jun.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Madrid on Thu, 28 May, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Mon, 8 Jun, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,639, select.
Cape Town.RM2,639 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Feb, returning Sun, 8 Mar.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Madrid on Thu, 26 Feb, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Sun, 8 Mar, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,639, select.
Cape Town.RM2,711 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Mar, returning Wed, 27 May.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Madrid on Tue, 3 Mar, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 27 May, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,711, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Madrid to Cape Town

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Madrid to Cape Town flights are currently cheapest in March.
Feb
from RM2,812
Mar
from RM2,564
Apr
from RM2,566
May
from RM2,566
Jun
from RM2,748
Jul
from RM3,457
Aug
from RM3,666
Sep
from RM3,056
Oct
from RM3,179
Nov
from RM2,745
Dec
from RM2,748
Jan
from RM3,094

Madrid to Cape Town: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Madrid to Cape Town below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Cape Town.

Cape Town

17km from central Cape Town
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Madrid to Cape Town: Flight information

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Cheapest flight foundRM2,564
Cheapest month to flyMarch

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Finding cheap flights from Madrid to Cape Town: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Madrid to Cape Town is RM2,564. 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 Cape Town. But we found flights with one or more stops from RM2,559.
As of February 2026, there are no flights flying from Madrid to Cape Town.
The cheapest month to fly from Madrid to Cape Town is usually March.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Madrid Airport to Cape Town Airport on Monday, 16 March 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Madrid Airport and Cape Town 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 Cape Town 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.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cape Town is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Ethiopian Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cape Town.

Flying from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Cape Town is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Madrid.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your MAD to CPT flight.

  • During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a high season in general.

  • We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Cape Town International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some great stopovers between MAD and CPT include:

    • London Heathrow Airport

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • Right now, RM1,642 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is RM2,564. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.

  • Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MAD to CPT if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.

  • Getting cheap flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Cape Town International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.

  • Landing cheap flights from MAD to CPT couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Cape Town International Airport.

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

  • When it comes to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78.23% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

  • Central Madrid to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.

  • Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.

  • Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near MAD. Whether you've booked an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Cape Town International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:

Arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town

  • From Cape Town International Airport, Cape Town is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.

When to fly to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • June is the most popular month for flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Cape Town International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Cape Town in April.

  • Lock in your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Cape Town International Airport for February if you want to visit Cape Town during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).

  • July sees average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MAD to CPT sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of South Africa

  • Paarl is just one of the many cities in South Africa waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Cape Town. Around 56 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Bretagne Rock, Skydive Africa and Paarl Trails.

  • Worcester is another well-known destination in South Africa and is around 97 kilometres east of Cape Town. No trip is complete without a visit to Green Valley, Queen's Plain and Worcester Town Hall.

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