What airport do you fly into for flights to Madrid?

Madrid Barajas (MAD), located 13,6 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights to Madrid.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Madrid?

January is currently the cheapest month to fly to Madrid . At this moment in time June is the most expensive month. These prices are determined by multiple factors and booking in advance can help keep costs down if your schedule is not as flexible.

Can I find cheaper flights to Madrid if I am willing to have stopovers?

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Madrid on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

What is the best airline to fly to Madrid?

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, SWISS is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Madrid.

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Madrid?

Madrid Barajas is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Madrid. One-way flights to Madrid Barajas typically cost R610, while return flights cost around R2 169.

How much is a return flight to Madrid?

A return flight to Madrid will typically cost around R323, however they can be found for as little as R123.

Where does the fastest flight to Madrid depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to Madrid, Durban King Shaka Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (18 hours 50 minutes).

Does Madrid Barajas have car hire?

Yes. Those touching down at Madrid Barajas can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Are there hotels close to Madrid Barajas?

Yes. Madrid Barajas has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Hostelfly is the closest property to Madrid Barajas (0,0 km away from Madrid Barajas).

R6 570+ Flights to Madrid, Spain

Flights to Madrid, Spain in 2025

Return from	R10 761
One-way from	R7 045
Popular in	July
Cheapest in	February
Average price	R14 583

Etihad Airways
10/8-25/8
3 total stops
58h 40m total
Johannesburg to Madrid

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39h 10m total
Johannesburg to Madrid

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Cheapest flights to Madrid
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Madrid. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 3 July 2025.

Tue 7/109:50JNB - MAD

1 stop21h 55mEtihad Airways

Sun 12/107:40MAD - JNB

2 stops48h 40mEtihad Airways

Deal found 3/7R10 726

Wed 8/1014:30JNB - MAD

1 stop15h 25mEthiopian Air

Mon 13/1023:10MAD - JNB

1 stop13h 55mEthiopian Air

Deal found 1/7R10 814

Sat 4/1019:25JNB - MAD

1 stop20h 55mBritish Airways

Tue 14/1020:30MAD - JNB

1 stop34h 30mBritish Airways

Deal found 1/7R12 382

Thu 9/100:45JNB - MAD

2 stops42h 35mMultiple Airlines

Sat 18/1017:55MAD - JNB

2 stops20h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 2/7R12 576

Tue 15/720:25JNB - MAD

1 stop17h 45mQatar Airways

Wed 30/79:30MAD - JNB

1 stop30h 40mQatar Airways

Deal found 2/7R13 033

Mon 6/1019:00JNB - MAD

2 stops16h 50mBrussels Airlines

Mon 13/106:20MAD - JNB

2 stops26h 15mBrussels Airlines

Deal found 1/7R13 562

Sun 2/1110:10JNB - MAD

1 stop14h 25mLufthansa

Wed 12/1113:45MAD - JNB

2 stops16h 20mLufthansa

Deal found 2/7R13 632

Best flights to Madrid
Discover carefully curated flight deals to Madrid that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 3 July 2025.

Sun 10/89:50JNB - MAD

1 stop33h 30mEtihad Airways

Mon 25/87:10MAD - JNB

2 stops25h 10mEtihad Airways

Deal found 2/7R10 761

Sat 20/921:15JNB - MAD

1 stop22h 30mBritish Airways

Sat 4/1020:55MAD - JNB

1 stop36h 30mBritish Airways

Deal found 2/7R12 012

Tue 15/720:25JNB - MAD

1 stop17h 45mQatar Airways

Wed 30/79:30MAD - JNB

1 stop30h 40mQatar Airways

Deal found 2/7R13 033

Wed 30/79:50JNB - MAD

2 stops27h 15mMultiple Airlines

Wed 6/87:40MAD - JNB

2 stops24h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 2/7R13 192

Sat 16/810:05JNB - MAD

1 stop27h 25mEmirates

Sat 23/822:05MAD - JNB

1 stop22h 45mEmirates

Deal found 2/7R13 844

Last-minute flights to Madrid
Discover last-minute flight deals to Madrid. Data last updated 3 July 2025 and is based on user searches.

Tue 8/713:55JNB - MAD

1 stop24h 15mQatar Airways

Tue 22/715:40MAD - JNB

1 stop24h 30mQatar Airways

Deal found 1/7R14 654

Tue 8/712:10JNB - MAD

2 stops23h 10mKenya Airways

Tue 22/76:00MAD - JNB

2 stops18h 25mKenya Airways

Deal found 1/7R29 026

Tue 8/712:20JNB - MAD

3 stops41h 35mEthiopian Air

Tue 22/723:10MAD - JNB

3 stops36h 25mEthiopian Air

Deal found 1/7R47 836

Wed 9/79:50JNB - MAD

1 stop34h 00mEtihad Airways

Tue 22/710:30MAD - JNB

1 stop21h 50mEtihad Airways

Deal found 3/7R47 942

Wed 9/721:45JNB - MAD

1 stop29h 40mMultiple Airlines

Fri 18/77:30MAD - JNB

2 stops47h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 3/7R56 960

Wed 9/717:55JNB - MAD

1 stop25h 05mTurkish Airlines

Fri 18/79:10MAD - JNB

1 stop25h 25mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 3/7R63 177

Wed 9/719:00JNB - MAD

2 stops21h 45mBrussels Airlines

Tue 22/717:35MAD - JNB

2 stops39h 00mBrussels Airlines

Deal found 3/7R82 815

Thu 10/718:50JNB - MAD

1 stop24h 30mAir France

Fri 18/717:45MAD - JNB

1 stop15h 05mAir France

Deal found 3/7R59 161

Tue 15/720:25JNB - MAD

1 stop17h 45mQatar Airways

Wed 30/79:30MAD - JNB

1 stop30h 40mQatar Airways

Deal found 2/7R13 033

Wed 30/79:50JNB - MAD

2 stops27h 15mMultiple Airlines

Wed 6/87:40MAD - JNB

2 stops24h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 2/7R13 192

Sun 10/89:50JNB - MAD

1 stop33h 30mEtihad Airways

Mon 25/87:10MAD - JNB

2 stops25h 10mEtihad Airways

Deal found 2/7R10 761

Sun 10/819:25JNB - MAD

1 stop15h 50mBritish Airways

Mon 25/821:15MAD - JNB

1 stop33h 45mBritish Airways

Deal found 1/7R14 971

One-way flights to Madrid
Search for one-way flight options to Madrid. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 3 July 2025.

Tue 19/89:50JNB - MAD

2 stops39h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 30/6R7 045

Thu 31/717:50JNB - MAD

1 stop21h 35mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 2/7R7 503

Thu 28/820:25JNB - MAD

1 stop24h 50mQatar Airways

Deal found 3/7R7 767

Tue 19/89:50JNB - MAD

1 stop33h 30mEtihad Airways

Deal found 30/6R7 838

Fri 29/810:05JNB - MAD

1 stop34h 15mEmirates

Deal found 2/7R11 448

Wed 30/71:25JNB - MAD

2 stops20h 15mKenya Airways

Deal found 2/7R14 936

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JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/8

9:50-19:20

1 stop33h 30m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 25/8

7:10-8:20

2 stops25h 10m

R10 761

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/10

14:30-5:55

1 stop15h 25m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 14/10

23:10-13:05

1 stop13h 55m

R10 814

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 20/9

21:15-19:45

1 stop22h 30m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 4/10

20:55-9:25

1 stop36h 30m

R12 012

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/10

0:45-19:20

2 stops42h 35m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 18/10

17:55-14:40

2 stops20h 45m

R12 576

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/7

20:25-14:10

1 stop17h 45m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 30/7

9:30-16:10

1 stop30h 40m

R13 033

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/10

19:00-11:50

2 stops16h 50m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 13/10

6:20-8:35

2 stops26h 15m

R13 562

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/11

10:10-23:35

1 stop14h 25m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 12/11

13:45-7:05

2 stops16h 20m

R13 632

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 16/8

10:05-13:30

1 stop27h 25m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 23/8

22:05-20:50

1 stop22h 45m

R13 844

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/11

0:45-9:30

2 stops33h 45m

R6 570

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/10

13:55-14:10

1 stop24h 15m

R6 816

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Best time to book a flight to Madrid

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Madrid

When is the best time to book a flight to Madrid?

The best time to book flights to Madrid is 80 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.

How long is the flight to Madrid?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Madrid takes 19 hours 15 minutes. Flights to Madrid from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Madrid?

Users looking for the lowest fares to Madrid should consider flying on Tuesday mornings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Sunday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Madrid?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Madrid are Qatar Airways, Emirates and Etihad Airways.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Madrid?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Madrid are SWISS, Lufthansa and Ethiopian Air.

Rainfall in Madrid by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Madrid ranges from 10.0 - 60.0 mm per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Madrid when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Madrid by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Madrid, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 25.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 5.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Madrid

Read through reviews of airlines serving Spain, such as Emirates, Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways. 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.

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 286 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6,0

Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 286 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 286 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6,0

Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

Qatar Airways

7,4

Good

3 588 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 286 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6,0

Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

Etihad Airways

7,4

Good

1 224 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 286 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6,0

Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

Turkish Airlines

7,3

Good

3 885 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 286 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6,0

Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

Kenya Airways

6,9

Okay

266 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 286 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6,0

Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

FAQs about flying to Madrid

What airport do you fly into for flights to Madrid?
Madrid Barajas (MAD), located 13,6 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights to Madrid.
Can I find cheaper flights to Madrid if I am willing to have stopovers?
Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Madrid on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.
What is the best airline to fly to Madrid?
Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, SWISS is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Madrid.
What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Madrid?
Madrid Barajas is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Madrid. One-way flights to Madrid Barajas typically cost R610, while return flights cost around R2 169.
How much is a return flight to Madrid?
A return flight to Madrid will typically cost around R323, however they can be found for as little as R123.
Where does the fastest flight to Madrid depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to Madrid, Durban King Shaka Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (18 hours 50 minutes).
Does Madrid Barajas have car hire?
Yes. Those touching down at Madrid Barajas can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.
Are there hotels close to Madrid Barajas?
Yes. Madrid Barajas has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Hostelfly is the closest property to Madrid Barajas (0,0 km away from Madrid Barajas).

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When is the best time to book a flight to Madrid?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Madrid. Price data was last updated on 27 June 2025.

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When is the cheapest time to fly to Madrid?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Madrid. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Madrid?

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Rainfall in Madrid by month

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Temperature in Madrid by month

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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 3 July 2025.

Read through reviews of airlines serving Spain, such as Emirates, Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways. 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.

FAQs about flying to Madrid

What airport do you fly into for flights to Madrid?

Can I find cheaper flights to Madrid if I am willing to have stopovers?

What is the best airline to fly to Madrid?

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Madrid?

How much is a return flight to Madrid?

Where does the fastest flight to Madrid depart from?

Does Madrid Barajas have car hire?

Are there hotels close to Madrid Barajas?

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