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Cheap Flight Deals from Sydney to Madrid (SYD-MAD)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Sydney to Madrid that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent return flight deals from Sydney to Madrid

KAYAK's recommended return flight deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Sydney to Madrid.
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China Eastern Logo
20:30 - 08:40SYD-MAD
44h 10m1 stop
China Eastern Logo
11:05 - 12:35MAD-SYD
41h 30m1 stop
$1,120China Eastern
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Mon, 19 May - Wed, 4 Jun
China Eastern Logo
11:00 - 08:40SYD-MAD
29h 40m1 stop
China Eastern Logo
11:05 - 12:35MAD-SYD
41h 30m1 stop
$1,175China Eastern
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Mon, 2 Jun - Mon, 9 Jun
China Eastern Logo
11:00 - 08:40SYD-MAD
29h 40m1 stop
China Eastern Logo
11:05 - 09:00MAD-SYD
37h 55m1 stop
$1,188China Eastern
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Tue, 20 May - Thu, 5 Jun
Air China Logo
19:40 - 21:00SYD-MAD
33h 20m1 stop
Air China Logo
02:40 - 14:50MAD-SYD
28h 10m1 stop
$1,294Air China
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Sun, 1 Jun - Tue, 10 Jun
Air China Logo
19:40 - 08:00SYD-MAD
44h 20m1 stop
Air China Logo
02:40 - 14:50MAD-SYD
28h 10m1 stop
$1,295Air China
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Thu, 29 May - Tue, 3 Jun
Turkish Airlines Logo
20:55 - 16:50SYD-MAD
27h 55m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
14:45 - 19:00MAD-SYD
44h 15m1 stop
$1,868Turkish Airlines
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Sun, 27 Jul - Wed, 13 Aug
Cathay Pacific Logo
08:40 - 08:50SYD-MAD
33h 10m1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
12:20 - 20:45MAD-SYD
23h 25m1 stop
$1,929Cathay Pacific
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Mon, 20 Oct - Wed, 22 Oct
Cathay Pacific Logo
15:05 - 08:50SYD-MAD
26h 45m1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
12:20 - 08:10MAD-SYD
34h 50m2 stops
$1,982Cathay Pacific
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Mon, 20 Oct - Wed, 22 Oct
Turkish Airlines Logo
11:45 - 16:50SYD-MAD
37h 05m2 stops
Turkish Airlines Logo
12:00 - 19:00MAD-SYD
47h 00m2 stops
$2,006Turkish Airlines
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Wed, 11 Jun - Sun, 29 Jun
Etihad Airways Logo
15:40 - 19:50SYD-MAD
36h 10m1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
21:45 - 16:55MAD-SYD
35h 10m1 stop
$2,050Etihad Airways
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Fri, 13 Jun - Sun, 29 Jun

KAYAK's insights & trends for Sydney to Madrid flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Sydney to Madrid to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Madrid?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Sydney to Madrid clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
If you are looking for a flight deal from Sydney to Madrid, look for departures on Tuesdays and avoid leaving on a Friday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Madrid, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly and Tuesday is the most expensive.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Sydney to Madrid, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Sydney to Madrid is March, where tickets cost $1,577 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $2,467 and $2,181 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Sydney to Madrid, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below average price on the flight from Sydney to Madrid, you should book around 3 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 24 weeks before departure.

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February

High season

June

Cheapest flight

$676
Best time to beat the crowds (18% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (8% more expensive on average)
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When to book flights from Sydney to Madrid

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sydney to Madrid based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Sydney to Madrid

  • Are there religious services at Madrid Airport?

    At Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) there are chapels, mosques and a multi-confessional chapel. You can find the chapels in Terminal 1, Terminal 2 and Terminal 4. The mosque is located in Terminal 1, Level 2, and Terminal 4, Level 2.

  • Can I hire a car from Madrid Airport?

    At the airport, there are car hire companies available in Terminal 4. These companies include Hertz-Firefly, Avis, Sixt, Enterprise, Goldcar-InterRent and Budget.

  • Is there currency exchange at Madrid Airport?

    There is currency exchange and global exchange available at the airport. There are five Exact Change offices located in Terminal 1 and one in Terminal 3. There are seven Global Exchange offices, and you can find them all in Terminal 4.

  • Does Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) have services for people with reduced mobility?

    There is a free service available at Madrid Airport for passengers who have reduced mobility or any other disability. It is advised to contact the airport at least 48h before your flight so they can make sure everything is ready for you.

  • Are there any hotels onsite at Madrid Airport?

    While not a hotel, Madrid Airport has several Air Rooms available in Terminal 4 which can be rented out for overnight use or for a few hours in the day. Alternatively, there are a variety of hotels available near the airport.

  • Are there any hotels onsite at Sydney Airport?

    No hotels are onsite; however, for those wishing to stay close to the airport when they arrive or before they begin their flight, the Rydges Airport Hotel is our recommendation. Located just outside the international terminal, the Rydges is perfect for travellers wanting to take the stress out of journeying to the airport.

  • Which is the best airline if I am travelling on business?

    For passengers flying on business, we recommend looking at flights provided by Etihad Airways. With their different Wi-Fi bundles available and ability to make calls inflight on certain aircrafts, Etihad is perfect for those looking to work while they fly.

  • Is Madrid International Airport (MAD) a hub for specific airlines?

    Madrid Airport is a hub for Evelop Airlines, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Ryanair, and Wamos Air. While none of these airlines journey to Sydney, for anyone looking to fly around Europe during their trip, we recommend looking at Ryanair for their price and variety of locations.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Sydney to Madrid?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Sydney to Madrid was $432 for a one-way ticket and $716 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Sydney to Madrid?

    Sydney and Madrid are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave Sydney from Sydney Kingsford Smith and will be arriving at Madrid Barajas.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Sydney to Madrid?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Sydney to Madrid?

    Star Alliance, SkyTeam, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Sydney and Madrid, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular stopover when flying to Madrid from Sydney?

    Shanghai is the most popular stopover city among KAYAK users travelling from Sydney to Madrid.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Sydney to Madrid, Japan Airlines or Cathay Pacific?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Sydney to Madrid are Japan Airlines and Cathay Pacific. With an average price for the route of $1,767 and an overall rating of 8.3, Japan Airlines is the most popular choice. Cathay Pacific is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $2,110 and an overall rating of 7.5.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Sydney to Madrid?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Sydney to Madrid.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Sydney to Madrid?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Madrid from Sydney is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Sydney to Madrid?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Madrid with an airline and back to Sydney with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Sydney to Madrid?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Madrid from Sydney up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Sydney to Madrid

  • Sydney to Madrid is a long journey and requires one layover or more along the way. If you wish to freshen up prior to your flight, you can use the free public showers at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD). There are showers available on Level 2 in Departures, between the check-in counters A and K. There are also some located close to Gates 31 and 51. If you need soap or a towel, you can buy some at the retail outlets.
  • Are you travelling to Madrid with your family? Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport offers family-friendly facilities to ensure a smooth journey. Children can enjoy the kids’ play areas near the check-in counters in Terminal 1 and around Gates 31, 33, 49 and 59. Throughout Terminal 1, there are also parent rooms with baby changing facilities. Each room is equipped with private nursing cubicles and changing stations. To warm up some milk for your baby, there are also microwaves.
  • Do you often use your electronic devices while travelling? At Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport, there are mobile charging stations that are free to use in the international terminal. These stations provide chargers for all phones and are located on both Level 1 and 2. If you want to buy a charger, you may find them at Heynemann Tax and Duty-Free, Australia Post or WHSmith.
  • For travellers looking to journey to and from Sydney’s airport via public transport, we recommend the Sydney Airport Link train, which runs between the airport and the city throughout the day. While taxis and bus services are available, the train is generally the cheapest and quickest option from the city centre, especially for those travelling alone or as a couple.
  • For travellers looking to journey to and from Madrid’s airport via public transport, we recommend taking the Metro Line 8 which runs from Terminal 4. There is also a train service operating from Terminal 4 and bus services operating out of all terminals. For bus services, look for lines 101, 200, and EXPRÉS-203.
  • Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) is the main airport servicing Sydney and much of the surrounding area. For travellers looking to stay in New South Wales, unless there is a regional airport close by, it is recommended to travel into Sydney Airport and continue the rest of the journey by land.
  • Similarly, for travellers planning to stay in the provinces surrounding Madrid, such as Guadalajara, it is recommended to travel into Madrid Airport and continue the journey on land as Madrid is the main international airport for the surrounding region.
  • There are no direct flights between Sydney and Madrid and many of the airlines flying the route have two stopovers. For those wanting to spend less time travelling and more time holidaying, we suggest looking at Emirates Airlines and Qatar Airways as these airlines offer several options with only one stopover per flight.
  • For travellers looking to exchange their currency in Sydney before departing on their journey, we suggest looking at Global Exchange’s Click & Collect service. Allowing you to pre-order your currency of choice before you fly and pick it up at the airport, the Click & Collect service is a hassle-free way for travellers to exchange their money.
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Top 5 airlines serving from Sydney to Madrid

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Sydney to Madrid. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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EmiratesOverall score based on 3206 reviews
8.0Comfort
8.2Entertainment
8.1Boarding
8.3Crew
7.8Food
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Over - amazing. The aircraft is somewhat old on this route.

10.0 ExcellentAvidan, Mar 2025DXB - NBO
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Over - amazing. The aircraft is somewhat old on this route.

Food no so good. Extra charge to much for front seats cost me £163 then other people sat near me for nothing 🤬

First time and very memorable, the finest flying experience ive ever had

Boarding for business class passengers can be improved. Also, when debarking the aircraft, Economy passengers are let off first due the way the configuration of the cabin upstairs.

It was great, a little more leg room would have been better particularly since we were in premium economy

The plane seemed pretty old and the food was not good

Comfort and customer service from most if the crew was great. The crew reassigning passengers should consider the presence of infants when reassigning seats. Unfortunately a couple of oversized passengers were relocated next to us, making this segment a bit uncomfortable, as there was not only extra leg space required. I ended up swapping seats with my husband so our baby wouldn't be impacted. My husband travelled quite uncomfortable as the reassigned neighbour shoulder and arm ended up on my husband's seat

The service on board was excellent, the flight wasn’t overbooked and we departed and arrived on time.

Ticket price is competitive, flight time is punctual, aircraft cabin is clean, food is average. Can improve on serving system of meals on a A380 airbus. I had only 15 min to eat my meal. There are lots of people to serve & took a while for food to make it down to my row.

Poor flight aircraft very old Crew was friendly 1 person though

So so, crew was overly professional and lacks human touch. Equipment is very old, especially the HKG-PVG CX366 flight. That plane along with its decor must have twenty years of history, or at least I had that impression.

Crew was great. But a bit understaffed. The business class seat, etc were dated. But comfortable. Some legs had entertainment system from a decade ago. Selections were rather poor. Food was mediocre at best. Actually poor for business class standards. I liked the lounge in Hong Kong. Showers were great. Food was nice.

Everything was fine and I have no complaints or things to note.

The flight was delayed for 30 mins. The overall experience was good.

Highly impressive. On time. Smooth and fast boarding and disembarkment. Really great service

When comes to Taiwan airlines China airlines is the best rest are pure trash

flight delayed 45 mins - missed connection - 1 hr layover became 8 hr layover waiting for next flight -

Fast boarding flight on time boarded plane back to front instead of stupid zone groups like US airlines do...

Baggage delayed for 2 days and still chasing for reimbursement of basis items. Very horrible customer care service.

Food was hood for airline food with good poftion and variety in meals. Frequency of beverage service was very low and amount of soda with meals was inadequate.

second leg was more comfortable. Customer service in Abu Dhabi is okay.

Etihad seems to have a very strict luggage enforcement. I am a very light passenger compared to other passengers which are mainly heavier. I do not understood why airlines enforce the weight restriction so strictly. I was overweight luggage of 1.5kg, but am probably 10+kg lighter than the average passenger. Other airlines are far more accommodating. Poor customer service as far as I am concerned. If weight is such an important issue to an airline they should charge passengers by total amount of body weight plus luggage. To me just ridiculous.

Took a long time for boarding. The flight was comfortable.

Flight was delayed due to slow boarding process by etihad. Update food options and movies as well.

This flight was a dreamliner so I think the space was ok for the legs, but the option for food was again limited and the crew was same.

Good. The food was very bad. Except for the chicken rice, rest of the dish went to trash.

The flight was delayed which cause me to miss my connecting flight in AbuDhsbi airport.

I did not have a good experience in both flights of Etihad. First of all, when I was booking the flight, there were two options. The first option was a cheaper flight with longer layover (9 hrs), or a more expensive flight with shorter layover (2 hrs). I booked the expensive flight with shorter layover because I wanted a more comfortable trip. A few days before the trip, Etihad informed me that the departure time of my first flight will change 7 hours earlier, leading to an 9 hour layover, without giving me another option nor reimbursing me for the extra cost. They didn’t even send me an apologetic email for this change. Regarding the flight experience, I would rate it as mediocre. This is mostly because the pilots of both flights did their best to give us the worst approach to airports that I have ever experienced. In the case of the first flight they had to aboard the landing and took off again right before touching the landing strip. The captain said that it was due to wind conditions but the second time the pilot followed the same direction as the first time to land the plane.

Seat selection screen while online check-in could include free seats to choose from and show the options before we proceed. Currently, it is auto-allocated and there are no options for free seat selections.

The business class experience is fantastic. The crew were polite but often unavailable even when I tried to call them! I even found myself bringing my used dishes and cutlery up to the crew because no one had come to collect it after over an hour.

Flight was on time. My group paid for seat’s so that us four can be seated next to each other. We all got separated. We all got middle seats, which made it more difficult to be able to get up and stretch or use the restroom. We tried talking to the employees at China Eastern and they were of no help. We will not be taking this flight or recommend this route to others in the future. Also I will be contacting customer service on how I can get our money back for paying for assigned seats.

China eastern was fantastic. I had read so many bad reviews that had made me nervous. However, I found that the flight attendant’s, and customer service check in etc. etc. was excellent. I had no problems. I would fly with them again!

Excellent! I had read some negative reviews but I found out that it was not all was not true! The staff was courteous and helpful. The flight take off and landing was nice & easy. The food was good! I asked for a second and I got it easily and without an attitude! All was wonderful!

Excellent experience however older aeroplanes used by China Eastern Airlines.

The crew were excellent, service amazing, blankets and pillow good, cabin temperature perfect, the flight on time, food was unusual selection however plentiful, price for tickets unbeatable through Kayak. Older aeroplanes used by China Eastern was the only down side.

Delay in off-boarding due to customs at SFO... pilot announcement should have come earlier so passengers don't clog aisles.

Better good than most, if not all European airlines. If you’re stuck in an economy seat anyways, China Eastern is a good choice because of shorter flight time, being able to overfly Russia

The temperature of the plane cabin is too hot. Sweat and uncomfortable. Also my food tray was broken down drinks fall off

Reasonable. What they offer during the flight is not great, but the crew is polite and try to compensate it.

Price is the main attraction. Staff is OK but difficult to communicate with them due to general lack of English. Food is truly abysmal, the main courses (4) were barely edible. The choices for breakfast served at 5:30 am prior to landing at Gatwick airport were Spaghetti Bolognese or seafood fried rice. Choices offered for all 4 mains were either something rice or noodles. Shanghai airport layover is much too long in a very poorly serviced airport. We were unable to use WiFi; private lounges required cash only payment with no ATM or cash exchange open.

Communication between the captain/crew and the passengers needs to be improved.

Food and service are good. Bathroom was lack of lotions and cleaning. That should be improved.

Food & service very good next I will pick up again

Chinese flight attendants didn't speak english well. They didn't care enough to remember that I (east asian who isn't Chinese) wasn't Chinese and spoke English. Announcement in english on board was poor and I find it very difficult to understand what was announced. Also, a cabin bag allows only 5kg!

Chinese flight attendants didn't speak english well. They didn't care enough to remember that I (east asian who isn't Chinese) wasn't Chinese and spoke English. Announcement in english on board was poor and I find it very difficult to understand what was announced.

Everything was not satisfactory - the flight was delayed, staffs were ok but they didn't speak English well. I am from east Asia (not Chinese) and they didn't care enough to remember that I wasn't Chinese but persistently spoke chinese to me. The flight announcement in english wasn't clear to understand.

I wish I had been able to choose a vegetarian meal. Crew friendly and helpful. Seat was ok. All quite efficient and pleasant. Would recommend for inner China travel for sure.

The flight is not bad, but the Business Lounge is not big enough for the quantity of people they accept and there is a limited options for food and beverages.

It was simply bad and on top of that my luggage hasn't been delivered until now. They can't even localize it which is just unacceptable when they are supposed to scan the bar code they put when we check in

We bought premium Economy, thinking it would be more comfortable, but the seat is so narrow ,that my legs and feet are swollen , I can't wear shoes !

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