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$265+ Cheap flights from California to Madrid, Spain (MAD)

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 2/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — MAD
Jan 3 — Jan 101
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Cheap flight deals from California to Madrid

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from California (USCA) to Madrid (MAD). 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 December 29, 2024.

Round-trip from

$455
(oojo)

One-way from

$265
(Kiwi.com)
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Cheapest flights from California to Madrid
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Madrid. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 29, 2024.

This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/318:30 amSFO - MAD
1 stop16h 05mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/1512:15 pmMAD - SFO
2 stops36h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/28$636
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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.
Tue 12/318:30 amSFO - MAD
1 stop16h 05mAir Canada
Wed 1/1512:15 pmMAD - SFO
1 stop18h 36mAir Canada
Deal found 12/28$649
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/308:40 pmSFO - MAD
1 stop14h 25mBritish Airways
Wed 1/1512:40 pmMAD - SFO
1 stop20h 42mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/28$659
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. 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.
Sun 12/297:59 pmSJC - MAD
2 stops27h 01mDelta
Tue 1/1410:00 amMAD - SJC
2 stops31h 22mDelta
Deal found 12/29$668
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/318:50 pmLAX - MAD
1 stop16h 10mVueling
Wed 1/295:50 pmMAD - LAX
1 stop32h 55mVueling
Deal found 12/28$797
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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 12/318:30 amLAX - MAD
1 stop16h 05mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/2912:15 pmMAD - LAX
2 stops35h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/28$861
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Tue 12/317:10 pmLAX - MAD
1 stop14h 35mSWISS
Wed 1/1510:05 amMAD - LAX
1 stop15h 25mSWISS
Deal found 12/28$863
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/293:20 pmLAX - MAD
1 stop23h 39mITA Airways
Tue 1/285:50 amMAD - LAX
2 stops23h 47mITA Airways
Deal found 12/29$864
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. 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.
Tue 12/316:45 amLAX - MAD
2 stops17h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/106:10 amMAD - LAX
2 stops22h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/29$876
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/316:45 amLAX - MAD
2 stops17h 50mAir Canada
Wed 1/296:05 amMAD - LAX
2 stops26h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 12/28$877
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. 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.
Sun 12/296:05 pmLAX - MAD
Nonstop11h 10mFinnair
Tue 1/287:45 amMAD - LAX
1 stop20h 20mFinnair
Deal found 12/29$883
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/3012:55 amLAX - MAD
1 stop24h 00mBritish Airways
Wed 1/2912:35 pmMAD - LAX
Nonstop12h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/28$906

Find flights from California to Madrid within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Madrid 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 December 29, 2024.

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San FranciscoMadrid

SFO - MAD

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Mon 2/3

4:40 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop15h 30m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 2/19

7:40 am-2:40 pm

1 stop16h 00m

$455

San JoseMadrid

SJC - MAD

SJCMAD

San Jose

Mon 2/17

6:10 am-9:25 am

1 stop18h 15m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 2/27

1:00 pm-9:29 pm

1 stop17h 29m

$503

Los AngelesMadrid

LAX - MAD

LAXMAD

Los Angeles

Mon 2/3

3:30 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop14h 20m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 2/10

8:35 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop26h 00m

$515

Los AngelesMadrid

LAX - MAD

LAXMAD

Los Angeles

Fri 1/17

10:55 pm-9:35 am

2 stops49h 40m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 1/31

12:15 pm-8:33 pm

1 stop17h 18m

$520

Los AngelesMadrid

LAX - MAD

LAXMAD

Los Angeles

Wed 2/26

8:15 pm-7:50 pm

1 stop14h 35m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 3/7

11:50 am-6:30 pm

1 stop15h 40m

$521

Los AngelesMadrid

LAX - MAD

LAXMAD

Los Angeles

Sun 2/16

6:05 pm-2:15 pm

Nonstop11h 10m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 2/28

12:35 pm-4:20 pm

Nonstop12h 45m

$522

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO - MAD

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Mon 2/3

7:00 am-10:55 am

2 stops18h 55m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 3/6

5:50 am-1:05 pm

1 stop16h 15m

$525

Los AngelesMadrid

LAX - MAD

LAXMAD

Los Angeles

Wed 2/19

6:05 pm-2:15 pm

Nonstop11h 10m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 2/28

12:35 pm-4:20 pm

Nonstop12h 45m

$528

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO - MAD

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Mon 2/3

4:35 pm-9:35 am

2 stops32h 00m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 2/19

6:10 am-9:06 pm

2 stops23h 56m

$528

Los AngelesMadrid

LAX - MAD

LAXMAD

Los Angeles

Sun 2/16

8:30 am-9:35 am

1 stop16h 05m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 2/26

12:15 pm-6:25 pm

3 stops39h 10m

$531

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Best time to book a flight from California to Madrid

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Travel insights for flights from California to Madrid

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Madrid (average of $543). Flying from California to Madrid in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,134). 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 CA to MAD?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Madrid. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 29, 2024.

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

Rainfall in Madrid by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Madrid ranges from 0.4 - 2.4 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Madrid when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Madrid by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Madrid, 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 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Madrid

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Madrid. 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 Madrid. Reviews last updated December 29, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with TAP AIR PORTUGAL, Iberia and British Airways from California to Madrid have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,546 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,546 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,546 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,341 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,546 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Finnair
7.7
Good
1,284 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,546 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

LOT
7.6
Good
1,114 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,546 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

SWISS
7.5
Good
1,596 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,546 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Madrid. 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 into for flights to Madrid from California?

    For a flight from California to Madrid, you will be flying into Barajas. Madrid Barajas (MAD) is just 8.5 mi from the center of the city.

  • How popular is this California to Madrid flight route?

    This flight path from California to Madrid Barajas was viewed by 80 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 California to Madrid one-way?

    $372 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Vueling. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Scandinavian Airlines and Iberia, with prices starting from $394 and $402, respectively.

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

    The most popular route from California to Madrid is Los Angeles - Madrid Barajas. You may also consider San Francisco - Madrid Barajas or Ontario - Madrid Barajas.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from California to Madrid are Iberia (81%), American Airlines (71%) and Qatar Airways (71%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Madrid?

    While on average a flight from California to Madrid is generally $1,590, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $397. When looking at the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Madrid Barajas), you can expect to pay $526 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Madrid 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 California to Madrid?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Madrid (average of $543). Flying from California to Madrid in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,134). 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 California to Madrid

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to Madrid. 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 December 29, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VuelingCheapest$318Average$901FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$375Average$596FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LEVELCheapest$398Average$691FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$415Average$850FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Aer LingusCheapest$431Average$923FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$451Average$869FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$465Average$863FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
FinnairCheapest$471Average$737FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
ITA AirwaysCheapest$477Average$847FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$479Average$568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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