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$306+ 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 7/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — MAD
Apr 29 — May 61
Tue 4/29
Tue 5/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Madrid

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Madrid flight deals. Data was last updated April 24, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$479
(SWISS)

One-way from

$306
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$802

Good round-trip deal

$869 or less

Good one-way deal

$556 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 26% potential increase in price ($278 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($36 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 April 24, 2025.

This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Mon 9/299:10 pmLAS - MAD
2 stops27h 10mSWISS
Thu 10/910:05 amMAD - LAS
1 stop15h 30mSWISS
Deal found 4/22$479
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Sun 10/125:10 amONT - MAD
2 stops16h 30mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/2212:45 pmMAD - ONT
2 stops37h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/23$539
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Wed 10/156:53 amSNA - MAD
2 stops17h 07mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/1212:15 pmMAD - SNA
2 stops42h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/23$543
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 10/121:30 pmSNA - MAD
2 stops32h 10mAir Canada
Wed 10/2212:45 pmMAD - SNA
2 stops32h 38mAir Canada
Deal found 4/23$547
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Wed 10/156:53 amSNA - MAD
2 stops16h 27mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/1212:15 pmMAD - SNA
2 stops56h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23$558
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Wed 9/246:30 amSJC - MAD
2 stops19h 45mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/1412:45 pmMAD - SJC
2 stops33h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/23$560
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Wed 9/176:00 amONT - MAD
2 stops17h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/712:45 pmMAD - ONT
2 stops16h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23$568
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Fri 10/176:20 pmSJC - MAD
2 stops51h 20mAir Canada
Fri 10/3112:15 pmMAD - SJC
2 stops54h 41mAir Canada
Deal found 4/22$568
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Mon 12/15:57 amSJC - MAD
1 stop18h 28mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/121:00 pmMAD - SJC
1 stop16h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23$577
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Sun 10/1211:59 pmONT - MAD
1 stop24h 06mBritish Airways
Wed 10/2210:35 amMAD - ONT
2 stops20h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/23$582
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/91:55 pmSJC - MAD
2 stops37h 15mScandinavian Airlines
Thu 10/212:55 pmMAD - SJC
2 stops42h 11mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/23$592
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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.
Mon 10/278:35 pmLAS - MAD
3 stops29h 00mUnited Airlines
Fri 11/1412:15 pmMAD - LAS
2 stops35h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/24$604

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 April 24, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Madrid that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Madrid

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Las VegasMadrid

LAS - MAD

LASMAD

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 9/29

9:10 pm-9:20 am

2 stops27h 10m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 10/9

10:05 am-4:35 pm

1 stop15h 30m

$479

Santa AnaMadrid

SNA - MAD

SNAMAD

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 10/15

6:53 am-9:00 am

2 stops17h 07m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 11/12

12:15 pm-9:45 pm

2 stops42h 30m

$543

Santa AnaMadrid

SNA - MAD

SNAMAD

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 10/12

1:30 pm-6:40 am

2 stops32h 10m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 10/22

12:45 pm-12:23 pm

2 stops32h 38m

$547

Santa AnaMadrid

SNA - MAD

SNAMAD

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 10/15

6:53 am-8:20 am

2 stops16h 27m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 11/12

12:15 pm-11:31 am

2 stops56h 16m

$558

San JoseMadrid

SJC - MAD

SJCMAD

San Jose

Wed 9/24

6:30 am-11:15 am

2 stops19h 45m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 10/14

12:45 pm-1:34 pm

2 stops33h 49m

$560

San JoseMadrid

SJC - MAD

SJCMAD

San Jose

Fri 10/17

6:20 pm-6:40 am

2 stops51h 20m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 10/31

12:15 pm-10:56 am

2 stops54h 41m

$568

San JoseMadrid

SJC - MAD

SJCMAD

San Jose

Wed 9/24

6:30 am-8:20 am

2 stops16h 50m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 10/14

12:45 pm-9:51 am

3 stops30h 06m

$588

San JoseMadrid

SJC - MAD

SJCMAD

San Jose

Tue 9/9

1:55 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops37h 15m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 10/2

12:55 pm-10:06 pm

2 stops42h 11m

$592

Las VegasMadrid

LAS - MAD

LASMAD

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 10/7

8:30 am-8:05 am

1 stop14h 35m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 10/24

12:45 pm-11:16 am

2 stops31h 31m

$604

Las VegasMadrid

LAS - MAD

LASMAD

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 10/7

9:25 am-7:50 am

1 stop13h 25m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 10/24

12:40 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop20h 17m

$618

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Best time to book a flight from California to Madrid

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Madrid

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 $1,101). 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 April 24, 2025.

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 April 24, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, KLM and Finnair 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
7,920 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,272 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,582 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,442 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

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 66 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?

    $401 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Scandinavian Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Vueling and TAP AIR PORTUGAL, with prices starting from $422 and $423, 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 American Airlines (82%), Qatar Airways (82%) and Alaska Airlines (82%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Madrid?

    While on average a flight from California to Madrid is generally $1,976, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $500. When looking at the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Madrid Barajas), you can expect to pay $431 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 $1,101). 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 April 24, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LEVELCheapest$372Average$651FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$375Average$600FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$408Average$687FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Aer LingusCheapest$430Average$925FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$471Average$857FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
ITA AirwaysCheapest$472Average$810FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
FinnairCheapest$476Average$1,093FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$480Average$603FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
SWISSCheapest$486Average$708FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
DeltaCheapest$489Average$839FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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