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Cheap flights from Sydney to Madrid, Spain from $634

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — MAD
9 Apr — 16 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Madrid
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Madrid. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 10 March 2026.

Sat 23/519:40
SYD
-
MAD
1 stop33h 20m
Air China
Fri 29/502:40
MAD
-
SYD
1 stop28h 10m
Air China
Deal found 6/3$967
Tue 12/519:40
SYD
-
MAD
1 stop25h 10m
Air China
Tue 2/602:40
MAD
-
SYD
1 stop28h 10m
Air China
Deal found 9/3$971
Sun 3/519:40
SYD
-
MAD
1 stop44h 20m
Air China
Thu 28/512:55
MAD
-
SYD
1 stop41h 55m
Air China
Deal found 6/3$978
Sat 23/519:40
SYD
-
MAD
1 stop44h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 29/502:40
MAD
-
SYD
2 stops31h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/3$985
Tue 26/519:40
SYD
-
MAD
1 stop44h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 1/602:40
MAD
-
SYD
2 stops31h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/3$987
Tue 12/519:40
SYD
-
MAD
1 stop44h 20m
Air China
Thu 21/512:55
MAD
-
SYD
1 stop41h 55m
Air China
Deal found 10/3$1,004
Sun 31/519:40
SYD
-
MAD
1 stop44h 20m
Air China
Tue 9/602:40
MAD
-
SYD
1 stop28h 10m
Air China
Deal found 6/3$1,005
Sat 2/519:40
SYD
-
MAD
1 stop44h 20m
Air China
Fri 22/502:40
MAD
-
SYD
1 stop28h 10m
Air China
Deal found 9/3$1,019
Sun 31/519:40
SYD
-
MAD
1 stop33h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 10/612:55
MAD
-
SYD
2 stops45h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/3$1,021
Tue 12/511:00
SYD
-
MAD
2 stops40h 35m
China Eastern
Wed 3/622:15
MAD
-
SYD
2 stops30h 20m
China Eastern
Deal found 9/3$1,036
Fri 22/516:00
SYD
-
MAD
2 stops28h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 29/512:55
MAD
-
SYD
2 stops45h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,038

Find flight deals from Sydney to Madrid

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) to Madrid (MAD). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 10 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$967

One-way from

$634

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,478
Air China
  • Air China
  • 23/5-29/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 61h 30m total
  • Sydney to Madrid
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China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 8/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 36h 20m total
  • Sydney to Madrid
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($74 potential savings vs. average return price).
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SydneyMadrid

SYD - MAD

SYDMAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 26/5

21:05-10:25

2 stops45h 20m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 9/6

18:25-19:10

2 stops40h 45m

$1,384

SydneyMadrid

SYD - MAD

SYDMAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 17/5

21:05-22:35

2 stops33h 30m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 21/5

07:40-19:10

2 stops27h 30m

$1,461

SydneyMadrid

SYD - MAD

SYDMAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 5/5

21:05-22:35

2 stops33h 30m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 27/5

18:25-19:10

2 stops40h 45m

$1,462

SydneyMadrid

SYD - MAD

SYDMAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 11/5

07:05-10:25

3 stops35h 20m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 23/5

07:40-19:10

2 stops27h 30m

$1,472

SydneyMadrid

SYD - MAD

SYDMAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 6/5

15:40-19:40

1 stop36h 00m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 26/5

21:50-16:50

1 stop35h 00m

$1,528
Fastest return journey

SydneyMadrid

SYD - MAD

SYDMAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 29/4

15:40-08:10

1 stop24h 30m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 21/5

10:45-16:50

1 stop22h 05m

$1,528

SydneyMadrid

SYD - MAD

SYDMAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 12/5

10:05-08:40

3 stops54h 35m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 3/6

22:15-09:00

2 stops50h 45m

$1,539

SydneyMadrid

SYD - MAD

SYDMAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 1/5

14:35-10:25

2 stops27h 50m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 11/5

07:40-19:10

2 stops27h 30m

$1,807

SydneyMadrid

SYD - MAD

SYDMAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 13/3

21:40-13:50

1 stop26h 10m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 30/3

06:40-18:10

2 stops26h 30m

$1,811

SydneyMadrid

SYD - MAD

SYDMAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 19/4

10:05-08:40

3 stops54h 35m

Madrid Barajas

Sun 26/4

11:05-08:05

2 stops37h 00m

$1,869

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Madrid

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sydney to Madrid

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sydney to Madrid?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Madrid. Price data was last updated on 6 March 2026.

The best time to book flights from Sydney to Madrid is 33 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.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to Madrid?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Madrid (average of $658). Flying from Sydney to Madrid in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,640). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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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 10 March 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Sydney to Madrid, such as Emirates,Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,540 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,540 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,540 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,744 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,540 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,424 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,540 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Air China
7.3
Good
141 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,540 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
198 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,540 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sydney to Madrid. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Sydney to Madrid?

    There are many flights that can get you from Sydney to Madrid in 45h 20m. Fly via Turkish Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between Sydney and Madrid is about 17661 km.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Madrid round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Sydney to Madrid is China Southern. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $674 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Turkish Airlines and China Eastern, starting at $1,014 and $1,019 round-trip. China Southern is currently priced 61% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sydney to Madrid one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Sydney to Madrid are Air China ($371), China Southern ($394), and Etihad Airways ($431).

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Sydney to Madrid?

    Sydney to Madrid flights have a stopover in Abu Dhabi most often. Shanghai sees the second most layovers for non-direct flights flying from Sydney to Madrid.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Shanghai?

    Shanghai travellers tend to visit People's Square, Shanghai Disneyland, and Jing'an Temple more than any other notable places. People's Square, Shanghai Disneyland and Jing'an Temple are located about 32.7 km, 14.1 km, and 35.4 km, respectively from Shanghai Pu Dong if you are interested in checking them out.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Sydney to Madrid flights?

    Sydney to Madrid flights that have stopovers will least frequently stop in Dubai.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sydney to Madrid that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sydney to Madrid flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Sydney to Madrid?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sydney to Madrid.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sydney to Madrid?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney to Madrid by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to Madrid?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Madrid (average of $658). Flying from Sydney to Madrid in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,640). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Sydney to Madrid

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Sydney to Madrid. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 10 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest$674Average$1,287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,014Average$1,595FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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China EasternCheapest$1,019Average$1,497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Air ChinaCheapest$1,048Average$1,342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,097Average$1,883FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Japan AirlinesCheapest$1,121Average$1,535FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,253Average$1,857FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$1,331Average$1,542FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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IberiaCheapest$1,373Average$2,177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,470Average$2,217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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