Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Melbourne Airport to Madrid?

Flights connecting via Abu Dhabi (AUH) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 23h 16m.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Melbourne Airport to Madrid?

Dubai (DXB) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 2h 14m.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Melbourne Airport to Madrid?

Flights via Guangzhou (CAN) offer the lowest average return price of $1,466.

Which airlines fly to Madrid?

Etihad Airways, China Eastern and Qatar Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Madrid from Melbourne Airport according to our data. Etihad Airways is the first choice among our users, with 36% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Madrid. Keep in mind that there are 14 different airlines that fly to Madrid on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Melbourne Airport and Madrid?

Abu Dhabi (AUH) was the most common stop: 36% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Melbourne to Madrid Barajas?

British Airways and China Eastern are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to Madrid Barajas

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport?

Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport?

There are 14 operators available for flights from Melbourne Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport as of February 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Melbourne Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Madrid Barajas Airport?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Madrid Barajas Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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10:20 - 18:30

MEL

MAD

40h 10m

1 stop

20:40 - 19:20

MAD

MEL

38h 40m

1 stop

$777China Southern

Mon, 18 May - Thu, 11 Jun

10:20 - 18:30

MEL

MAD

40h 10m

1 stop

20:40 - 19:20

MAD

MEL

38h 40m

1 stop

$852China Southern

Fri, 22 May - Sat, 20 Jun

10:20 - 18:30

MEL

MAD

40h 10m

1 stop

20:40 - 05:50

MAD

MEL

25h 10m

1 stop

$1,076China Southern

Fri, 17 Apr - Sat, 2 May

10:20 - 18:30

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MAD

40h 10m

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20:40 - 19:20

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MEL

38h 40m

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$1,078China Southern

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10:20 - 18:30

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40h 10m

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20:40 - 19:20

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MEL

38h 40m

1 stop

$1,097China Southern

Fri, 22 May - Sat, 13 Jun

21:00 - 18:30

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MAD

29h 30m

1 stop

20:40 - 08:40

MAD

MEL

28h 00m

1 stop

$1,111China Southern

Wed, 20 May - Tue, 23 Jun

19:40 - 21:00

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MAD

33h 20m

1 stop

02:40 - 14:55

MAD

MEL

28h 15m

1 stop

$1,133Air China

Sun, 17 May - Mon, 1 Jun

12:00 - 10:25

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MAD

30h 25m

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18:25 - 06:15

MAD

MEL

27h 50m

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$1,145Multiple Airlines

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12:00 - 13:35

MEL

MAD

33h 35m

2 stops

18:25 - 06:15

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MEL

27h 50m

2 stops

$1,146Multiple Airlines

Sat, 18 Apr - Sat, 25 Apr

12:00 - 16:55

MEL

MAD

36h 55m

2 stops

12:00 - 06:15

MAD

MEL

34h 15m

2 stops

$1,147Multiple Airlines

Mon, 27 Apr - Fri, 12 Jun

Air China flights from Melbourne Airport to Madrid

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Air China

17 May

MEL19:40Melbourne

33h 20m

1 stop

MAD21:00Madrid Barajas

1 June

MAD02:40Madrid Barajas

28h 15m

1 stop

MEL14:55Melbourne

$1,133

Air China

1 May

MEL19:40Melbourne

44h 20m

1 stop

MAD08:00Madrid Barajas

15 May

MAD02:40Madrid Barajas

28h 15m

1 stop

MEL14:55Melbourne

$1,185

Air China

20 May

MEL19:40Melbourne

33h 20m

1 stop

MAD21:00Madrid Barajas

19 June

MAD12:55Madrid Barajas

42h 00m

1 stop

MEL14:55Melbourne

$1,214

Qatar Airways flights from Melbourne Airport to Madrid

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Qatar Airways

10 Mar

MEL16:10Melbourne

31h 40m

1 stop

MAD13:50Madrid Barajas

24 Mar

MAD15:20Madrid Barajas

22h 00m

1 stop

MEL23:20Melbourne

$1,397

Qatar Airways

12 Mar

MEL16:10Melbourne

31h 40m

1 stop

MAD13:50Madrid Barajas

15 Mar

MAD15:55Madrid Barajas

27h 50m

1 stop

MEL05:45Melbourne

$1,415

Qatar Airways

1 Mar

MEL16:10Melbourne

31h 40m

1 stop

MAD13:50Madrid Barajas

7 Mar

MAD22:25Madrid Barajas

21h 20m

1 stop

MEL05:45Melbourne

$1,423

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10:20-18:30

1 stop40h 10m

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20:40-19:20

1 stop38h 40m

$777

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MELMAD

Melbourne

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10:20-18:30

1 stop40h 10m

Madrid Barajas

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20:40-19:20

1 stop38h 40m

$852

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MEL - MAD

MELMAD

Melbourne

Fri 17/4

10:20-18:30

1 stop40h 10m

Madrid Barajas

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20:40-05:50

1 stop25h 10m

$1,076

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MEL - MAD

MELMAD

Melbourne

Fri 22/5

10:20-18:30

1 stop40h 10m

Madrid Barajas

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20:40-19:20

1 stop38h 40m

$1,078

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MEL - MAD

MELMAD

Melbourne

Fri 22/5

10:20-18:30

1 stop40h 10m

Madrid Barajas

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20:40-19:20

1 stop38h 40m

$1,097

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MEL - MAD

MELMAD

Melbourne

Wed 20/5

21:00-18:30

1 stop29h 30m

Madrid Barajas

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20:40-08:40

1 stop28h 00m

$1,111

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MEL - MAD

MELMAD

Melbourne

Sun 17/5

19:40-21:00

1 stop33h 20m

Madrid Barajas

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02:40-14:55

1 stop28h 15m

$1,133

MelbourneMadrid

MEL - MAD

MELMAD

Melbourne

Sun 19/4

12:00-10:25

2 stops30h 25m

Madrid Barajas

Sun 17/5

18:25-06:15

2 stops27h 50m

$1,145

MelbourneMadrid

MEL - MAD

MELMAD

Melbourne

Sat 18/4

12:00-13:35

2 stops33h 35m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 25/4

18:25-06:15

2 stops27h 50m

$1,146

MelbourneMadrid

MEL - MAD

MELMAD

Melbourne

Mon 27/4

12:00-16:55

2 stops36h 55m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 12/6

12:00-06:15

2 stops34h 15m

$1,147

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Madrid?

The month of May is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Madrid from Melbourne Airport, with most prices found around $1,452. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of May, then book flights to Madrid from Melbourne Airport during February instead. Flights to Madrid in February, while not as cheap as those in May, still average around $1,475.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Madrid from Melbourne Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Madrid for around $1,713 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Madrid from Melbourne Airport for as low as $1,508 on momondo.

How have Melbourne Airport to Madrid flight prices changed over time?

As of February 2026, prices for Melbourne Airport to Madrid flights are approximately 36% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Madrid

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Fastest flight time	28h 55m
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The fastest flight from Melbourne Airport to Madrid takes 28h 55m

There are no direct flights from Melbourne Airport to Madrid. There are no popular flight routes from Melbourne Airport to Madrid.

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How far is Melbourne to Madrid Barajas by plane?
Melbourne and Madrid Barajas are 17283.6 km apart from one another. Flights usually cover this in 28h 55m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport?
Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport?
There are 14 operators available for flights from Melbourne Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport as of February 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Melbourne Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Madrid Barajas Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Madrid Barajas Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Melbourne Airport to Madrid?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Melbourne Airport to Madrid is Etihad Airways (24% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are China Eastern (17%), Qatar Airways (13%), and Emirates (12%).

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China Southern	PriceFrom $766	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 137 reviews	Search China Southern flights
Sichuan Airlines	PriceFrom $1,019	Free cancellation	Rating 7.8 32 reviews	Search Sichuan Airlines flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $1,022	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,237 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $1,033	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 196 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Air China	PriceFrom $1,062	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 139 reviews	Search Air China flights
Japan Airlines	PriceFrom $1,142	Free cancellation	Rating 8.3 1,714 reviews	Search Japan Airlines flights
SWISS	PriceFrom $1,183	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,881 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $1,295	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,418 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,399	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,746 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $1,485	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 445 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights

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