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Cheap Flights 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.
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Recent return flight deals from Sydney to Madrid
Fri, 27 Nov - Thu, 3 Dec
10:30 - 07:20SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAD Madrid Barajas
30h 50m1 stop Beijing Capital
00:40 - 08:30MAD Madrid Barajas-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
45h 50m1 stop Beijing Capital
$1,282Air China
Tue, 17 Nov - Thu, 3 Dec
10:30 - 20:30SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAD Madrid Barajas
44h 00m1 stop Beijing Capital
00:40 - 08:30MAD Madrid Barajas-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
45h 50m1 stop Beijing Capital
$1,285Air China
Mon, 2 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov
21:30 - 08:00SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAD Madrid Barajas
44h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
10:30 - 09:30MAD Madrid Barajas-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
37h 00m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Wuhan
$1,289China Eastern
Mon, 2 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov
21:30 - 08:00SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAD Madrid Barajas
44h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
10:30 - 13:35MAD Madrid Barajas-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
41h 05m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$1,293China Eastern
Wed, 11 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov
21:25 - 07:45SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAD Madrid Barajas
44h 20m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
16:40 - 13:35MAD Madrid Barajas-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
58h 55m2 stops Dublin Shanghai Pu Dong
$1,312Multiple Airlines
Thu, 19 Nov - Fri, 4 Dec
21:30 - 19:05SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAD Madrid Barajas
31h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
11:05 - 15:05MAD Madrid Barajas-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
42h 00m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
$1,329Multiple Airlines
Thu, 18 Feb - Wed, 17 Mar
21:35 - 13:15SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAD Madrid Barajas
49h 40m2 stops Singapore Changi Istanbul
14:20 - 19:25MAD Madrid Barajas-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
43h 05m2 stops Istanbul Singapore Changi
$1,372Turkish Airlines
Wed, 10 Mar - Thu, 3 Jun
22:10 - 18:30SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAD Madrid Barajas
30h 20m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
20:40 - 08:25MAD Madrid Barajas-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
27h 45m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
$1,377China Southern
Wed, 4 Nov - Sun, 8 Nov
16:50 - 13:15SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAD Madrid Barajas
30h 25m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Istanbul
11:55 - 06:30MAD Madrid Barajas-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
32h 35m2 stops Istanbul Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$1,445Turkish Airlines
Wed, 28 Oct - Thu, 5 Nov
15:15 - 18:30SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAD Madrid Barajas
37h 15m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
21:00 - 20:20MAD Madrid Barajas-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
37h 20m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
$1,555China Southern
Recent one-way flight deals from Sydney to Madrid
Wed, 13 Jan
09:20 - 08:00SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAD Madrid Barajas
32h 40m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$586China Eastern
Wed, 11 Nov
21:25 - 07:45SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAD Madrid Barajas
44h 20m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
$604Sichuan Airlines
Sat, 16 Jan
21:25 - 07:45SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAD Madrid Barajas
44h 20m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
$604Sichuan Airlines
Wed, 13 Jan
21:30 - 08:00SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAD Madrid Barajas
44h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$617China Eastern
Wed, 20 Jan
20:05 - 08:40SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAD Madrid Barajas
20:50 - 13:20SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAD Madrid Barajas
48h 30m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Barcelona-El Prat
10:45 - 06:10MAD Madrid Barajas-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
35h 25m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$1,987Etihad Airways
Sun, 13 Sep - Sat, 26 Sep
14:50 - 21:15SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-MAD Madrid Barajas
38h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
15:45 - 06:30MAD Madrid Barajas-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
30h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$2,067Qatar Airways
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How much is a return flight from Sydney to Madrid?
This analysis is based on the cheapest return price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Sydney to Madrid departing in November.
Return flights from Sydney to Madrid start at $1,282. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from $1,384 to $2,241. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,282 on Air China.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Madrid?
Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Madrid and is 7% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 8% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Madrid?
KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for return 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.
February is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Madrid at $1,195 return.
December ($2,259) and September ($2,252) are the most expensive months.
The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 89% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.
When are prices from Sydney to Madrid the cheapest?
Flights from Sydney to Madrid are cheapest 24 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 33% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.
What is the cheapest airline to fly from Sydney to Madrid?
Air China ($1,282) and China Eastern ($1,289) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Sydney to Madrid according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.
What is the most popular stopover airport when flying from Sydney to Madrid?
KAYAK data for 1-stop return journeys over the past 3 months. Only counts itineraries with the same stopover on both legs.
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) is the most popular stopover for the Sydney to Madrid route. 31% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop return journeys over the past 3 months connected via AUH.
What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Sydney to Madrid?
Flights via Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of $1,442. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.
When flying from Sydney to Madrid, which airport offers the shortest stopover?
Dubai Intl (DXB) had the shortest average connection time for Sydney to Madrid stopovers at 802 minutes over the past 3 months.
Best time to beat the crowds (33% less 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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Your Sydney to Madrid flight questions, answered
Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.
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.
Which airports can I use when flying from Sydney to Madrid?
Flights from Sydney to Madrid usually depart from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) and arrive at Madrid Barajas (MAD).
Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Sydney to Madrid?
Three cabin classes are available on flights from Sydney to Madrid:
• Economy class • Premium Economy Class • Business Class
Which airports do connecting flights from Sydney to Madrid pass through?
One-stop flights from Sydney to Madrid most commonly connect through:
• Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 31% of one-stop connections • Beijing Capital (PEK) – 14% of one-stop connections • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 14% of one-stop connections • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 13% of one-stop connections
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Sydney to Madrid?
On the Sydney to Madrid route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 14%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $1,663 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,933 – a $270 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
What popular places can I visit in Madrid?
Some of the most popular sights in Madrid are Madrid City Centre, Puerta del Sol, and Spain Building. These are among the most viewed places in Madrid on KAYAK.
How expensive are last-minute Sydney to Madrid flights?
Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 18% above the route average of $1,786. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.
How long is a flight from Sydney to Madrid?
A direct flight from Sydney to Madrid takes 0h 00m, covering 28,421 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from Sydney to Madrid?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
How are flight prices from Sydney to Madrid looking right now?
One-way fares from Sydney to Madrid are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $634, which is 37% below the typical average for this route.
How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Sydney to Madrid?
Flying via Dubai Intl (DXB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 24h 05m, compared to 24h 54m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) and 25h 29m via Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH).
What is the time difference between Sydney and Madrid?
Madrid is 8 hours behind Sydney (Central European Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
Which car hire options are available at Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD)?
Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $3 for economy cars. Top options include: • Record go • Goldcar Rental SP • CLICK RENT • Alamo • Centauro
How much should I expect to pay for a Sydney to Madrid flight?
Return flights from Sydney to Madrid range from $1,384 to $2,241, with an average of $1,786 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,384 counts as a good deal.
Your guide to booking Sydney to Madrid flights
Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Sunday flights average $1,663 – about $270 less than Friday (14% savings) based on the last 12 months.
For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 24 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 33% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Sydney to Madrid trip for February. Fares historically average $1,195 return in that month – typically $1,065 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
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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