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Cheap flights from Sydney to Madrid, Spain from $686

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 21/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — MAD
30 Mar — 6 Apr1
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 25 March 2025.

Round-trip 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 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 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 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

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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 21 March 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 25 March 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 25 March 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Japan Airlines, KLM and Hainan Airlines 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
1,440 reviews
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Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

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
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Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

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
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Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

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

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

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

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

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

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

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.

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 Air China. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,382 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are China Eastern and Hainan Airlines, starting at $1,397 and $1,411 round-trip. Air China is currently priced 29% 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 ($686), China Eastern ($762), and Air China ($781).

  • 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 $37 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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Air ChinaCheapest$1,023Average$1,458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China EasternCheapest$1,305Average$1,788FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Japan AirlinesCheapest$1,343Average$1,792FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,380Average$1,604FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,526Average$2,295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,629Average$2,193FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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IberiaCheapest$1,661Average$2,414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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SWISSCheapest$1,765Average$2,118FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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British AirwaysCheapest$1,800Average$2,015FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,951Average$2,399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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