Flying from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Cape Town Airport (CPT): what you need to know
Cape Town is one hour ahead of Madrid and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
Your MAD to CPT flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Madrid Airport to Cape Town Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between MAD and CPT:
London Heathrow Airport
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Cape Town Airport (CPT)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Madrid Airport to Cape Town Airport flight is ج.م. 18,506. A round-trip ticket is currently ج.م. 34,762. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MAD to CPT if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Madrid Airport to Cape Town Airport across the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from MAD to CPT.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Madrid Airport to Cape Town Airport.
Handy information about Madrid Airport (MAD)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Madrid Airport, 77% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Madrid to Madrid Airport is around 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near MAD? If you're boarding an early flight from Madrid Airport to Cape Town Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Cape Town Airport (CPT)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Madrid Airport to Cape Town Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CPT instead:
Pick up a Cape Town Airport rental car and discover Cape Town and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Carwiz and First - Car Rental are leading providers to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Cape Town Airport about one week ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
When to fly to Cape Town Airport (CPT)
The quietest month for a flight from Madrid Airport to Cape Town Airport is March, while November is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Cape Town based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When reserving your flight from Madrid Airport to Cape Town Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Cape Town, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 30ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from MAD to CPT in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC and 18ºC on average.
Explore more of South Africa
Paarl is just one of the many cities in South Africa waiting to be discovered after you've seen Cape Town. Around 56 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Zandwijk Wines, Paarl Mountain Nature Reserve and Landskroon Wines.
Worcester is another favourite destination in South Africa and is around 97 kilometres east of Cape Town. No trip is complete without dropping by Karoo Desert Garden, Kleinplasie Living Open Air Museum and Beck House Museum.
