Japan: €914 China Eastern Premium Economy from Madrid (€493 Economy, Incl. 2×23 Kg Checked Luggage)

SkyTeam member China Eastern Airlines is offering a deal from Madrid to Japan with fares starting at just €493 for economy and €914 for premium economy. This deal includes 2 x 23 kg of checked luggage. Departures are available from late October through December.

These are the destinations where you can take advantage of this deal:

Our availability calendar highlights all possible flight dates at the lowest price for trips up to 28 days without overnight stopovers in Shanghai. It will forward you to Skyscanner with your selected flight dates. From there, you can proceed to China Eastern or check what OTAs have to offer.

While there are not as many possible destinations, you could also fly with Air France and KLM in premium economy, though their premium economy comes with the disadvantage of not including luggage. However, on some dates, especially in January, the price has dropped by roughly €100 since we posted the deal last month, with flights from e.g. Barcelona now only costing €797:

Tokyo: €791 Air France & KLM Premium Economy from Spain and Ireland (€945 with 2×23 Kg Luggage)

First, you will fly with China Eastern on an Airbus A350 from Madrid to Shanghai. If you are flying in economy, you will travel in a 3-3-3 configuration, while in premium economy, you will fly in a 2-4-2 configuration. You will continue your journey to Japan, in most cases, on one of China Eastern’s Airbus A320 family aircraft with a 3-3 configuration.

Search & Book

This deal does not have an expiration date or a minimum stay, but a maximum stay of twelve months applies. Departures are available from late October through December.

You can find suitable dates using our calendar above or with the help of Google Flights. We recommend booking directly on China Eastern’s website, but you can find cheaper prices with Skyscanner. However, booking on OTAs has its downsides.

Why is booking with an airline better than with an online travel agency?

More often than not, online travel agencies offer lower fares than airlines do. We still recommend booking with the airlines directly. There are two main reasons for that:

Better Customer Service
In case any problems like delays, cancellations or missed connections arise, you can communicate directly with the airline. The airline has to take care of you because you have a contract with them.

If a travel agency issues your ticket, you may have to reach out to them first. You also depend on your OTA to forward information like flight changes instead of receiving them directly from the airline. In many cases, you may get a prime exhibition of responsibility shifting rather than problem-solving.

This especially applies to premium tickets. You don’t want to spend more than €1,000 to wind up with some budget OTA’s telephone hotline in case anything goes wrong.

Baggage and Other Fees
Economy fares not including hold luggage are industry standard by now. In most cases, travel agencies charge much higher baggage fees than the airlines themselves. If bags are not included in your fare, airlines are often the cheaper alternative.

This also applies to other things like food services, insurances or priority treatment. In almost all cases, you pay less for additional amenities when booking on the airlines’ website.

Miles & Points

This ticket is issued in booking class T for economy class. Here are the miles and points you can earn from this deal from Madrid to Osaka:

If you fly premium economy, the long-haul segments are booking class P, while the economy segments are ticketed in Y. You can expect the following mileage for a trip to Osaka:

Destination

Information & Tips for Japan

Japan offers a blend of modern cities and natural beauty, with highlights including Tokyo’s bustling urban landscape, Kyoto’s historic temples, Mount Fuji, and the hot springs of Hakone. The currency is the Japanese yen (JPY), and credit cards are widely accepted in urban areas, though cash is still common in rural regions. Japan can be pricey, especially in cities, with high costs for accommodation and dining, but budget options are available. The weather varies by region: summers are hot and humid, while winters can be cold, particularly in the north. The best time to visit is typically during spring (for cherry blossoms) or autumn (for fall foliage).

Japan’s transport infrastructure is highly efficient and easy to navigate. In cities like Tokyo and Osaka, the metro and train systems are extensive, punctual, and relatively easy to use, though they can get crowded during peak hours. Buses and taxis are also available, but less convenient for tourists. For intercity travel, Japan’s Shinkansen (bullet trains) are fast, comfortable, and reliable, though more expensive than other options. Buses and domestic flights are also available for longer distances, but trains remain the preferred choice for many travellers due to speed and convenience.

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