Cheap Flights from Sydney to Madrid

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Sydney to Madrid? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Madrid

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sydney to Madrid flights are currently cheapest in October.

Sydney to Madrid: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Sydney to Madrid below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Madrid.

Sydney to Madrid: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 7,086
Cheapest month to flyOctober

Finding cheap flights from Sydney to Madrid: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Sydney to Madrid is R 13,252. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Sydney to Madrid. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 13,252.
As of April 2025, there are no flights flying from Sydney to Madrid.
The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Madrid is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sydney Airport to Madrid Airport on Tuesday, 27 May 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Sydney Airport and Madrid Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Madrid but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Madrid is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Air China offers the cheapest flight tickets to Madrid.

Travelling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD): what you need to know

  • Madrid's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Madrid ten hours behind Sydney.

  • Your SYD to MAD flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

  • Travelling during a peak month like April? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between SYD and MAD:

    • Dubai Airport

    • Hamad International Airport

    • Abu Dhabi International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight is R 7,086. A return ticket is currently R 13,252. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

  • To find cheap tickets from SYD to MAD, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first made available.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across the month when searching for your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport.

  • Snapping up cheap flights from SYD to MAD is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport.

Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • When it comes to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport's on-time performance, 69.62% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.

  • Central Sydney to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.

  • The journey when using public transport usually takes 25 minutes.

  • Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near SYD. Whether you're taking an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:

Arriving at Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)

Getting from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to central Madrid

  • Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to central Madrid has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.

  • Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 35 minutes.

When to fly to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)

  • It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Madrid. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in April.

  • When booking your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Madrid, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from SYD to MAD in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.

Explore more of Spain

  • You've done Madrid, now it's time to explore other corners of Spain. Journey around 274 kilometres north-east to Zaragoza to check off its popular sights. From Puente de Piedra to Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • Around 177 kilometres west of Madrid, Salamanca is another essential stop in Spain. Start your sightseeing at Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca.

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