Flying from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know
Flying during a popular month like July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to have a stopover for your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Cape Town International Airport, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and check out your options. Here are the top stopovers between MAD and CPT:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
To find out whether you need a visa to enter South Africa, check with your carrier and the local consulate or embassy. They'll give you all the necessary information, including additional travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from MAD to CPT.
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
R 6,528 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Cape Town International Airport. A return flight starts at R 11,139. These prices can change depending on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from MAD to CPT, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap tickets from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Cape Town International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across every month and snap up a great deal.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you time checking for cheap tickets from MAD to CPT every day.
Use filters to tailor your flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Cape Town International Airport. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
Handy information about Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
The journey from central Madrid to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport takes around 37 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or hail a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 26 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Cape Town International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to MAD:
Arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Cape Town International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near CPT:
Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town
Cape Town International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from the centre of Cape Town. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 21 minutes.
When to fly to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
The quietest month for a flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Cape Town International Airport is April, while June is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Cape Town based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When reserving your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Cape Town International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Cape Town, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 27ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from MAD to CPT in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 9ºC and 19ºC on average.
More about Cape Town
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the most popular stays in Cape Town right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from MAD to CPT:
Table Mountain and Battery Park @ V&A Waterfront are just a couple of the popular attractions to put on your Cape Town itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Robben Island.
Complete your Cape Town trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not the only thing we're good at. After booking your cheap ticket to Cape Town International Airport, check out our car rental offers that'll give you the flexibility to see the sights at your own pace. Then, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your perfect Cape Town stay.
