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— MAD
30 Mar — 6 Apr1
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Flights to Madrid in 2025

Find the latest flights to Madrid in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches and data was last updated on 25 March 2025.

Return from

$1,382

One-way from

$686

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,607
Air China
  • Air China
  • 18/5-27/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 60h 20m total
  • Sydney to Madrid
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Sichuan Airlines
  • Sichuan Airlines
  • 21/5
  • 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 ($264 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($82 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights to Madrid
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Madrid. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 25 March 2025.

Thu 29/519:40SYD - MAD
1 stop44h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/602:40MAD - SYD
2 stops31h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3$1,401
Thu 29/521:00SYD - MAD
2 stops44h 05mHainan Airlines
Tue 3/611:05MAD - SYD
2 stops43h 10mHainan Airlines
Deal found 24/3$1,411
Tue 29/711:00SYD - MAD
1 stop29h 40mChina Eastern
Wed 26/1110:30MAD - SYD
1 stop41h 05mChina Eastern
Deal found 24/3$1,432
Thu 29/519:40SYD - MAD
2 stops48h 35mAir China
Tue 3/602:40MAD - SYD
1 stop28h 10mAir China
Deal found 24/3$1,438
Sat 7/620:20SYD - MAD
1 stop44h 30mSichuan Airlines
Fri 4/711:05MAD - SYD
1 stop43h 10mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 24/3$1,600
Sun 27/715:40SYD - MAD
1 stop36h 10mEtihad Airways
Wed 13/810:35MAD - SYD
1 stop35h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 24/3$1,720
Tue 20/514:50SYD - MAD
2 stops28h 10mLufthansa
Thu 5/618:20MAD - SYD
2 stops32h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 24/3$1,845
Thu 3/720:55SYD - MAD
2 stops45h 30mTurkish Airlines
Wed 23/712:00MAD - SYD
2 stops47h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 24/3$1,864
Thu 8/514:05SYD - MAD
2 stops36h 40mSWISS
Fri 30/510:05MAD - SYD
2 stops36h 05mSWISS
Deal found 23/3$2,031
Tue 29/409:30SYD - MAD
2 stops31h 30mUnited Airlines
Sat 17/510:50MAD - SYD
2 stops36h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 24/3$2,049
Mon 11/810:10SYD - MAD
1 stop30h 40mCathay Pacific
Tue 26/812:20MAD - SYD
1 stop36h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 24/3$2,062
Mon 11/809:20SYD - MAD
2 stops31h 00mAir Canada
Wed 27/812:30MAD - SYD
2 stops34h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 24/3$2,141

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Sydney

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SydneyMadrid

SYD - MAD

SYDMAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 29/5

19:40-08:00

1 stop44h 20m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 2/6

02:40-18:25

2 stops31h 45m

$1,401

SydneyMadrid

SYD - MAD

SYDMAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 29/5

21:00-09:05

2 stops44h 05m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 3/6

11:05-14:15

2 stops43h 10m

$1,411

SydneyMadrid

SYD - MAD

SYDMAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 29/7

11:00-08:40

1 stop29h 40m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 26/11

10:30-13:35

1 stop41h 05m

$1,432

SydneyMadrid

SYD - MAD

SYDMAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 29/5

19:40-12:15

2 stops48h 35m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 3/6

02:40-14:50

1 stop28h 10m

$1,438

SydneyMadrid

SYD - MAD

SYDMAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 7/6

20:20-08:50

1 stop44h 30m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 4/7

11:05-14:15

1 stop43h 10m

$1,600

SydneyMadrid

SYD - MAD

SYDMAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 27/7

15:40-19:50

1 stop36h 10m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 13/8

10:35-06:10

1 stop35h 35m

$1,720

SydneyMadrid

SYD - MAD

SYDMAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 20/5

14:50-11:00

2 stops28h 10m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 5/6

18:20-10:20

2 stops32h 00m

$1,845

SydneyMadrid

SYD - MAD

SYDMAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 3/7

20:55-10:25

2 stops45h 30m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 23/7

12:00-19:00

2 stops47h 00m

$1,864

SydneyMadrid

SYD - MAD

SYDMAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 8/5

14:05-18:45

2 stops36h 40m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 30/5

10:05-06:10

2 stops36h 05m

$2,031

SydneyMadrid

SYD - MAD

SYDMAD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 29/4

09:30-09:00

2 stops31h 30m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 17/5

10:50-06:55

2 stops36h 05m

$2,049

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight to Madrid

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Madrid

How long is the flight to Madrid?

On average, a flight from Sydney to Madrid takes 27 hours 55 minutes. Flights to Madrid from other popular cities in Australia will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly 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.

Users looking for the lowest fares to Madrid should consider flying on Tuesday evenings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Thursday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Madrid?

The most popular airlines flying from Sydney to Madrid are China Eastern, Air China and Etihad Airways.

China Eastern

China Eastern

From $820

Air China

Air China

From $643

Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways

From $959

Emirates

Emirates

From $1,417

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Madrid?

The cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Madrid are Air China, China Eastern and Japan Airlines.

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 mm 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 25 March 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly to Madrid, see what other customers have to say about Japan Airlines, KLM and Hainan Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,440 reviews
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Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Austin,Feb 2024

JFK - HND

It was good, the biggest reason I chose Japan Airlines was the fact that if you have trouble with English or Japanese they can accommodate both to make sure that you have all the correct information you need to start your journey on the right foot.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,440 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,440 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Austin,Feb 2024

JFK - HND

It was good, the biggest reason I chose Japan Airlines was the fact that if you have trouble with English or Japanese they can accommodate both to make sure that you have all the correct information you need to start your journey on the right foot.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,318 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,440 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Austin,Feb 2024

JFK - HND

It was good, the biggest reason I chose Japan Airlines was the fact that if you have trouble with English or Japanese they can accommodate both to make sure that you have all the correct information you need to start your journey on the right foot.
Hainan Airlines
7.8
Good
32 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,440 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Austin,Feb 2024

JFK - HND

It was good, the biggest reason I chose Japan Airlines was the fact that if you have trouble with English or Japanese they can accommodate both to make sure that you have all the correct information you need to start your journey on the right foot.
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
395 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,440 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Austin,Feb 2024

JFK - HND

It was good, the biggest reason I chose Japan Airlines was the fact that if you have trouble with English or Japanese they can accommodate both to make sure that you have all the correct information you need to start your journey on the right foot.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,569 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,440 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Austin,Feb 2024

JFK - HND

It was good, the biggest reason I chose Japan Airlines was the fact that if you have trouble with English or Japanese they can accommodate both to make sure that you have all the correct information you need to start your journey on the right foot.

FAQs about flying to Madrid

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Madrid if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Madrid on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Madrid?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Air China is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Madrid.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Madrid?

    Madrid Barajas is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Madrid. One-way flights to Madrid Barajas typically cost $35, while return flights cost around $35.

  • How much is a return flight to Madrid?

    A return flight to Madrid will typically cost around $156, however they can be found for as little as $22.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Madrid depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Madrid, Adelaide offers the quickest one-way flight (24 hours 0 minutes).

  • Does Madrid Barajas have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Madrid Barajas can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Madrid Barajas?

    Yes. Madrid Barajas has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Hostelfly is the closest property to Madrid Barajas (0.0 km away from Madrid Barajas).

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