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$281+ Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) 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 3/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — MAD
Jan 21 — Jan 281
Tue 1/21
Tue 1/28
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Sacramento Intl to Madrid Barajas are usually found in November or February, booked 33 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Madrid

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) 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 January 16, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$654
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$281
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$754
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Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Madrid
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Madrid. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 16, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/2311:11 amSMF - MAD
1 stop13h 14mIberia
Tue 3/41:00 pmMAD - SMF
1 stop19h 07mIberia
Deal found 1/16$654
This Gotogate 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/186:00 amSMF - MAD
2 stops19h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/3111:45 amMAD - SMF
2 stops41h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/16$663
This Justfly.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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/235:12 amSMF - MAD
2 stops19h 23mAir Canada
Tue 3/46:10 amMAD - SMF
2 stops18h 11mAir Canada
Deal found 1/16$667
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.
Sat 2/2212:18 amSMF - MAD
1 stop20h 47mAmerican Airlines
Tue 3/412:40 pmMAD - SMF
2 stops19h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/16$679
This Virgin Atlantic 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/27:47 pmSMF - MAD
2 stops27h 13mVirgin Atlantic
Tue 2/1811:00 amMAD - SMF
2 stops21h 48mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 1/16$689
This United 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/174:00 pmSMF - MAD
3 stops33h 35mUnited Airlines
Tue 3/256:10 amMAD - SMF
2 stops25h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/16$709
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/156:03 pmSMF - MAD
2 stops30h 57mBritish Airways
Sun 2/2312:35 pmMAD - SMF
1 stop18h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/15$810
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/1311:10 amSMF - MAD
2 stops40h 00mScandinavian Airlines
Sun 6/16:35 pmMAD - SMF
2 stops36h 14mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 1/16$1,052
This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/1010:42 amSMF - MAD
2 stops27h 48mLufthansa
Sat 4/196:00 amMAD - SMF
2 stops22h 46mLufthansa
Deal found 1/16$1,119
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 5/910:33 amSMF - MAD
1 stop13h 32mFinnair
Fri 5/3012:40 pmMAD - SMF
1 stop20h 31mFinnair
Deal found 1/16$1,329

Find flights from Sacramento to Madrid within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento 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 January 16, 2025.

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SacramentoMadrid

SMF - MAD

SMFMAD

Sacramento Intl

Sun 2/23

11:11 am-9:25 am

1 stop13h 14m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 3/4

1:00 pm-11:07 pm

1 stop19h 07m

$654

SacramentoMadrid

SMF - MAD

SMFMAD

Sacramento Intl

Tue 3/18

6:00 am-9:35 am

2 stops19h 35m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 3/31

11:45 am-8:23 pm

2 stops41h 38m

$663

SacramentoMadrid

SMF - MAD

SMFMAD

Sacramento Intl

Sun 2/23

5:12 am-9:35 am

2 stops19h 23m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 3/4

6:10 am-3:21 pm

2 stops18h 11m

$667

SacramentoMadrid

SMF - MAD

SMFMAD

Sacramento Intl

Sat 2/22

12:18 am-6:05 am

1 stop20h 47m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 3/4

12:40 pm-11:07 pm

2 stops19h 27m

$679

SacramentoMadrid

SMF - MAD

SMFMAD

Sacramento Intl

Sun 2/2

7:47 pm-8:00 am

2 stops27h 13m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 2/18

11:00 am-7:30 pm

1 stop17h 30m

$689

SacramentoMadrid

SMF - MAD

SMFMAD

Sacramento Intl

Mon 3/17

4:00 pm-9:35 am

3 stops33h 35m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 3/25

6:10 am-11:58 pm

2 stops25h 48m

$709

SacramentoMadrid

SMF - MAD

SMFMAD

Sacramento Intl

Sat 2/15

6:03 pm-10:00 am

2 stops30h 57m

Madrid Barajas

Sun 2/23

12:35 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop18h 35m

$810

SacramentoMadrid

SMF - MAD

SMFMAD

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/13

11:10 am-12:10 pm

2 stops40h 00m

Madrid Barajas

Sun 6/1

6:35 pm-9:49 pm

2 stops36h 14m

$1,052

SacramentoMadrid

SMF - MAD

SMFMAD

Sacramento Intl

Thu 4/10

10:42 am-11:30 pm

2 stops27h 48m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 4/19

6:00 am-7:46 pm

2 stops22h 46m

$1,119

SacramentoMadrid

SMF - MAD

SMFMAD

Sacramento Intl

Fri 5/9

10:33 am-9:05 am

1 stop13h 32m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 5/30

12:40 pm-12:11 am

1 stop20h 31m

$1,329

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Sacramento to Madrid in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Madrid flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Sacramento-Madrid flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sacramento-Madrid flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Madrid flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Sacramento-Madrid flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Sacramento to Madrid

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Travel insights for flights from Sacramento to Madrid

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sacramento to Madrid?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Sacramento to Madrid. Price data was last updated on January 10, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Sacramento to Madrid, you should look to book at least 33 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Madrid (average of $543). Flying from Sacramento to Madrid in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,132). 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 SMF to MAD?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento 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 January 16, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Sacramento to Madrid in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 29% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Sacramento to Madrid?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Sacramento to Madrid. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Sacramento to Madrid flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 January 16, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

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

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

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

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

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

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
664 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,965 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

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 Sacramento to Madrid. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sacramento to Madrid round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Sacramento to Madrid round-trip from $654. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air Canada, from $667, and American Airlines, from $679. Iberia is 36% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Air Canada, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $493. United Airlines flights start at $498 while deals on American Airlines start at $518 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Madrid (average of $543). Flying from Sacramento to Madrid in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,132). 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 6 airlines flying from Sacramento to Madrid

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento 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 January 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$451Average$891FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
American AirlinesCheapest$520Average$944FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$529Average$1,006FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$564Average$940FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$584Average$854FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
IberiaCheapest$708Average$911FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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