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$318+ Cheap flights from Madrid, Spain (MAD) to California

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAD — LAX
Jan 22 — Jan 291
Wed 1/22
Wed 1/29
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Madrid (MAD) to California (USCA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$403
(Finnair)

One-way from

$318
(Kiwi.com)
From Madrid Barajas to California
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Cheapest flights from Madrid to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Madrid to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 17, 2025.

This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/304:00 pmMAD - SJC
1 stop30h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/36:10 amSJC - MAD
1 stop18h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/16$403
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/306:00 amMAD - SJC
2 stops25h 41mDelta
Mon 2/36:25 amSJC - MAD
2 stops20h 05mDelta
Deal found 1/16$404
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/712:15 pmMAD - SJC
2 stops32h 21mUnited Airlines
Mon 10/138:25 amSJC - MAD
2 stops22h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/16$409
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/234:00 pmMAD - SJC
1 stop30h 35mAmerican Airlines
Thu 2/1312:15 pmSJC - MAD
1 stop17h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/16$414
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/71:00 pmMAD - SJC
1 stop17h 28mFinnair
Tue 2/116:10 amSJC - MAD
1 stop18h 15mFinnair
Deal found 1/16$419
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 1/2712:20 pmMAD - SJC
2 stops38h 40mLufthansa
Sun 2/212:55 pmSJC - MAD
2 stops35h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 1/16$422
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/71:00 pmMAD - SJC
1 stop17h 28mBritish Airways
Tue 2/116:10 amSJC - MAD
1 stop18h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/16$429
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/97:25 amMAD - SFO
2 stops37h 46mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/168:30 amSFO - MAD
1 stop16h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/16$435
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/86:00 amMAD - SFO
2 stops20h 33mKLM
Wed 4/91:45 pmSFO - MAD
1 stop14h 55mKLM
Deal found 1/16$436
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/27:35 pmMAD - SFO
1 stop29h 50mSWISS
Tue 2/2512:50 pmSFO - MAD
2 stops20h 55mSWISS
Deal found 1/16$438
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/37:25 amMAD - SFO
1 stop20h 20mLufthansa
Thu 2/272:40 pmSFO - MAD
2 stops23h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 1/16$439
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/312:20 pmMAD - SFO
2 stops31h 32mAir Canada
Mon 2/2411:31 pmSFO - MAD
2 stops25h 04mAir Canada
Deal found 1/16$441

Find flights from Madrid to California within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Madrid to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 17, 2025.

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MadridSan Jose

MAD - SJC

MADSJC

Madrid Barajas

Thu 1/30

4:00 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop30h 35m

San Jose

Mon 2/3

6:10 am-9:25 am

1 stop18h 15m

$403

MadridSan Jose

MAD - SJC

MADSJC

Madrid Barajas

Thu 1/30

6:00 am-10:41 pm

2 stops25h 41m

San Jose

Mon 2/3

6:25 am-11:30 am

2 stops20h 05m

$404

MadridSan Jose

MAD - SJC

MADSJC

Madrid Barajas

Mon 1/27

4:10 pm-11:12 am

2 stops28h 02m

San Jose

Sun 2/2

2:28 pm-9:25 am

1 stop33h 57m

$414

MadridSan Jose

MAD - SJC

MADSJC

Madrid Barajas

Fri 2/7

1:00 pm-9:28 pm

1 stop17h 28m

San Jose

Tue 2/11

6:10 am-9:25 am

1 stop18h 15m

$419

MadridSan Jose

MAD - SJC

MADSJC

Madrid Barajas

Mon 1/27

12:20 pm-6:00 pm

2 stops38h 40m

San Jose

Sun 2/2

12:55 pm-9:15 am

2 stops35h 20m

$422

MadridSan Jose

MAD - SJC

MADSJC

Madrid Barajas

Fri 2/7

1:00 pm-9:28 pm

1 stop17h 28m

San Jose

Tue 2/11

6:10 am-9:25 am

1 stop18h 15m

$429

MadridSan Francisco

MAD - SFO

MADSFO

Madrid Barajas

Sun 2/9

7:25 am-12:11 pm

2 stops37h 46m

San Francisco

Sun 2/16

8:30 am-9:35 am

1 stop16h 05m

$435

MadridSan Francisco

MAD - SFO

MADSFO

Madrid Barajas

Sat 3/8

6:00 am-5:33 pm

2 stops20h 33m

San Francisco

Wed 4/9

1:45 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop14h 55m

$436

MadridSan Francisco

MAD - SFO

MADSFO

Madrid Barajas

Sun 2/2

7:35 pm-4:25 pm

1 stop29h 50m

San Francisco

Tue 2/25

12:50 pm-6:45 pm

2 stops20h 55m

$438

MadridSan Francisco

MAD - SFO

MADSFO

Madrid Barajas

Mon 2/3

7:25 am-6:45 pm

1 stop20h 20m

San Francisco

Thu 2/27

2:40 pm-11:35 pm

2 stops23h 55m

$439

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Travel insights for flights from Madrid to California

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Madrid to California including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Madrid to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madrid to California (average of $246). Flying from Madrid to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MAD to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Madrid to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 17, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Madrid to California as you normally would.

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to California. Reviews last updated January 17, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Vueling, SWISS and American Airlines from Madrid to California have to say. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

KLM
7.8
Good
1,339 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

LOT
7.6
Good
1,112 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Finnair
7.6
Good
1,285 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

SWISS
7.5
Good
1,598 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Madrid to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Madrid to California?

    Located just 8.5 mi from the city center, Madrid Barajas (MAD) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to California from Madrid.

  • How popular is this Madrid to California flight route?

    This flight path from Madrid Barajas to California was viewed by 2 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Madrid to California one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Madrid to California are Aer Lingus ($458), TAP AIR PORTUGAL ($459), and Vueling ($535).

  • What are the most popular routes from Madrid to California?

    When deciding which route to take from Madrid to California consider Madrid Barajas - Los Angeles, Madrid Barajas - Ontario or Madrid Barajas - Long Beach Municipal as they are the most popular.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Madrid to California?

    Consider American Airlines (84%), Qatar Airways (84%) or Alaska Airlines (84%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Madrid to California.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Madrid to California?

    The cheapest flight price from Madrid to California is $548. On average you can expect to pay $1,077. The most popular route, (Madrid Barajas - Los Angeles), can usually be booked for $483.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Madrid to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Madrid to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Madrid to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Madrid to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Madrid to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Madrid to California by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Madrid to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madrid to California (average of $246). Flying from Madrid to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Madrid to California

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Madrid to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$438Average$677FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FinnairCheapest$439Average$718FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
DeltaCheapest$443Average$689FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Aer LingusCheapest$454Average$841FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$455Average$799FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air FranceCheapest$460Average$950FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LufthansaCheapest$463Average$988FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
SWISSCheapest$496Average$952FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
United AirlinesCheapest$506Average$682FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$511Average$858FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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