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Cheap flights from Sydney to Madrid, Spain from $685

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 11/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — MAD
5 May — 12 May1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Madrid Barajas are usually found in March or February, booked 15 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap 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 30 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,318

One-way from

$685

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$2,141
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 2/6-10/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 80h 45m total
  • Sydney to Madrid
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Sichuan Airlines
  • Sichuan Airlines
  • 11/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 44h 30m total
  • Sydney to Madrid
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($246 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($80 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 30 April 2025.

Mon 2/620:30SYD - MAD
1 stop44h 10mChina Eastern
Tue 10/611:05MAD - SYD
3 stops36h 35mChina Eastern
Deal found 29/4$1,318
Sat 10/521:20SYD - MAD
2 stops43h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/611:05MAD - SYD
1 stop37h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4$1,340
Sun 1/619:40SYD - MAD
1 stop33h 20mAir China
Tue 17/602:40MAD - SYD
1 stop28h 10mAir China
Deal found 28/4$1,415
Tue 30/914:40SYD - MAD
2 stops37h 15mBritish Airways
Tue 21/1012:00MAD - SYD
2 stops33h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 29/4$1,591
Sat 3/508:55SYD - MAD
1 stop43h 30mJapan Airlines
Sat 24/512:30MAD - SYD
1 stop33h 50mJapan Airlines
Deal found 29/4$1,627
Sun 12/1019:05SYD - MAD
2 stops56h 40mSWISS
Wed 5/1119:35MAD - SYD
2 stops30h 15mSWISS
Deal found 29/4$1,675
Sun 27/720:55SYD - MAD
1 stop48h 40mTurkish Airlines
Wed 13/812:00MAD - SYD
1 stop47h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 29/4$1,713
Tue 30/921:30SYD - MAD
1 stop29h 50mEtihad Airways
Tue 21/1021:45MAD - SYD
1 stop35h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 29/4$1,796
Mon 2/614:05SYD - MAD
2 stops37h 45mLufthansa
Sat 7/611:45MAD - SYD
2 stops38h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 29/4$1,874
Sat 10/520:20SYD - MAD
1 stop44h 30mSichuan Airlines
Sun 8/611:05MAD - SYD
1 stop43h 10mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 29/4$1,972
Fri 13/621:50SYD - MAD
1 stop43h 00mCathay Pacific
Fri 20/612:20MAD - SYD
1 stop23h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 28/4$1,978
Thu 8/509:30SYD - MAD
2 stops31h 30mUnited Airlines
Sun 25/510:50MAD - SYD
2 stops36h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 29/4$2,039

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SydneyMadrid

SYD - MAD

SYDMAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 2/6

20:30-08:40

1 stop44h 10m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 10/6

11:05-07:40

3 stops36h 35m

$1,318

SydneyMadrid

SYD - MAD

SYDMAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 10/5

21:20-08:40

2 stops43h 20m

Madrid Barajas

Sun 8/6

11:05-09:00

1 stop37h 55m

$1,340

SydneyMadrid

SYD - MAD

SYDMAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 1/6

19:40-21:00

1 stop33h 20m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 17/6

02:40-14:50

1 stop28h 10m

$1,415

SydneyMadrid

SYD - MAD

SYDMAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 30/9

14:40-19:55

2 stops37h 15m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 21/10

12:00-06:20

2 stops33h 20m

$1,591

SydneyMadrid

SYD - MAD

SYDMAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 31/7

08:55-20:25

1 stop43h 30m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 23/8

12:30-06:20

1 stop33h 50m

$1,635

SydneyMadrid

SYD - MAD

SYDMAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 12/10

19:05-18:45

2 stops56h 40m

Madrid Barajas

Sun 9/11

10:05-11:50

2 stops39h 45m

$1,675

SydneyMadrid

SYD - MAD

SYDMAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 27/7

20:55-13:35

1 stop48h 40m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 13/8

12:00-19:00

1 stop47h 00m

$1,713

SydneyMadrid

SYD - MAD

SYDMAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 30/9

21:30-19:20

1 stop29h 50m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 21/10

21:45-17:55

1 stop35h 10m

$1,796

SydneyMadrid

SYD - MAD

SYDMAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 2/6

14:05-19:50

2 stops37h 45m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 7/6

11:45-10:20

2 stops38h 35m

$1,874

SydneyMadrid

SYD - MAD

SYDMAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 10/5

20:20-08:50

1 stop44h 30m

Madrid Barajas

Sun 8/6

11:05-14:15

1 stop43h 10m

$1,972

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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 25 April 2025.

The best time to book flights from Sydney to Madrid is 15 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 $934). Flying from Sydney to Madrid in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,500). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SYD to MAD?

Find hourly flight availability from Sydney to Madrid. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 30 April 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Sydney to Madrid in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 16% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Sydney to Madrid?

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Sydney to Madrid flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Madrid by month

Plan your trip to Madrid by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Madrid ranges from 10.0 - 60.0 inches 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

Plan your trip to Madrid by taking into account the average temperature totals 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

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 30 April 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Japan Airlines, Hainan Airlines and KLM from Sydney to Madrid to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,459 reviews
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Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Subhendu,July 2024

HND - LAX

The entertainment system was not usable since th eearphones/headphones were not available
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,459 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,459 reviews
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Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Subhendu,July 2024

HND - LAX

The entertainment system was not usable since th eearphones/headphones were not available
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
38 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,459 reviews
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Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Subhendu,July 2024

HND - LAX

The entertainment system was not usable since th eearphones/headphones were not available
KLM
7.8
Good
1,334 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,459 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Subhendu,July 2024

HND - LAX

The entertainment system was not usable since th eearphones/headphones were not available
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,588 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,459 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Subhendu,July 2024

HND - LAX

The entertainment system was not usable since th eearphones/headphones were not available
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
852 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,459 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Subhendu,July 2024

HND - LAX

The entertainment system was not usable since th eearphones/headphones were not available

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.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Sydney to Madrid is China Eastern. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,318 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Air China and Japan Airlines, starting at $1,415 and $1,627 round-trip. China Eastern is currently priced 31% 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 Sichuan Airlines ($685), China Eastern ($749), and Air China ($779).

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

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

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Shanghai?

    The majority of Shanghai visitors spend their time at Shanghai Disneyland, People's Square, and Shanghai WIld Animal Park. Shanghai Disneyland, People's Square and Shanghai WIld Animal Park are located about 14.1 km, 32.7 km, and 12.7 km, respectively from Shanghai Pu Dong if you are interested in checking them out.

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

    Dubai travellers tend to visit Dubai Mall, Gold Souq, and Burj Khalifa more than any other notable places. Dubai Mall, Gold Souq and Burj Khalifa are located about 10.5 km, 6.8 km, and 11.0 km, respectively from Dubai Intl if you are interested in checking them out. Those landing in Dubai looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about $30 per day.

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

    Sydney to Madrid flights that have stopovers will least frequently stop in Doha. Doha is followed by Abu Dhabi in terms of the least popular stopover location on flights from Sydney to Madrid.

  • 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 $934). Flying from Sydney to Madrid in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,500). 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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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 30 April 2025.
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Air ChinaCheapest$1,004Average$1,406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China EasternCheapest$1,272Average$1,746FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Japan AirlinesCheapest$1,318Average$1,763FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,356Average$1,598FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,539Average$2,225FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,585Average$2,111FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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IberiaCheapest$1,630Average$2,370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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SWISSCheapest$1,732Average$2,063FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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British AirwaysCheapest$1,783Average$1,993FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,886Average$2,065FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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