Cape Town to Madrid Flights
Flights from Cape Town (CPT) to Madrid (MAD) connect South Africa and Spain. The great-circle distance is approximately 8,587 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 11 to 12 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include CPT and MAD. The reverse route is Madrid to Cape Town. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- Cape Town, South Africa
- Destination
- Madrid, Spain
- Distance
- 8,587 km
- Typical duration
- about 11 to 12 hours
- Origin codes
- CPT
- Destination codes
- MAD
- Primary keyword
- flights from Cape Town to Madrid
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Route overview
Cape Town to Madrid is a city-pair air route between South Africa and Spain. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are CPT and MAD. Related codes: CPT → MAD.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 8,587 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 11 to 12 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Cape Town airports and metro codes: CPT.
Madrid airports and metro codes: MAD.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Madrid to Cape Town, other destinations from Cape Town, and other origins into Madrid.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Cape Town to Madrid?
Direct flights from Cape Town to Madrid typically take about 11 to 12 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Cape Town to Madrid?
The great-circle distance between Cape Town and Madrid is approximately 8,587 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Cape Town to Madrid?
Cape Town is commonly searched with code CPT (related: CPT). Madrid is commonly searched with code MAD (related: MAD).
Are there direct flights from Cape Town to Madrid?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from Madrid to Cape Town?
The reverse city pair is Madrid to Cape Town. Distance is the same great-circle measure (8,587 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Cape Town to Madrid route connect?
This route connects South Africa (Cape Town) with Spain (Madrid).