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$380+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Madrid (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 12/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — MAD
Nov 25 — Dec 21
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The best prices from San Francisco to Madrid Barajas are usually found in February or November, booked 64 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Madrid

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 November 20, 2024.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Round-trip from

$521
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$380
(Kiwi.com)
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This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Mon 12/3010:45 pmSFO - MAD
2 stops25h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/147:35 pmMAD - SFO
1 stop29h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$521
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
Fri 12/67:15 pmSFO - MAD
1 stop16h 05mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sun 12/159:10 pmMAD - SFO
1 stop26h 35mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 11/18$524
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Tue 12/318:40 pmSFO - MAD
1 stop16h 30mIberia
Wed 1/154:25 pmMAD - SFO
1 stop16h 57mIberia
Deal found 11/19$525
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Wed 12/48:30 amSFO - MAD
2 stops18h 15mAir Canada
Wed 12/1112:20 pmMAD - SFO
1 stop18h 31mAir Canada
Deal found 11/19$526
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Wed 12/45:30 pmSFO - MAD
1 stop14h 15mBritish Airways
Wed 12/114:25 pmMAD - SFO
1 stop16h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/20$540
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 12/3012:30 amSFO - MAD
2 stops23h 45mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/1512:15 pmMAD - SFO
1 stop18h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$543
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/27:25 pmSFO - MAD
1 stop28h 55mSWISS
Mon 12/97:35 pmMAD - SFO
1 stop29h 50mSWISS
Deal found 11/20$546
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Mon 12/93:25 pmSFO - MAD
1 stop16h 35mDelta
Wed 12/2510:00 amMAD - SFO
1 stop19h 59mDelta
Deal found 11/20$553
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/111:50 pmSFO - MAD
1 stop14h 50mKLM
Thu 1/1610:00 amMAD - SFO
1 stop21h 57mKLM
Deal found 11/19$558
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/38:35 pmSFO - MAD
1 stop18h 00mLufthansa
Tue 12/106:10 amMAD - SFO
1 stop15h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 11/20$571
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Mon 12/97:11 amSFO - MAD
1 stop13h 34mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/194:25 pmMAD - SFO
1 stop16h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$586
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/72:10 pmSFO - MAD
1 stop35h 45mITA Airways
Fri 12/135:50 amMAD - SFO
1 stop17h 25mITA Airways
Deal found 11/20$653

Find flights from San Francisco to Madrid within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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San Francisco

Mon 12/30

10:45 pm-9:35 am

2 stops25h 50m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 1/14

7:35 pm-4:25 pm

1 stop29h 50m

$521

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO - MAD

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Wed 3/26

5:35 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop15h 35m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 4/2

10:15 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop25h 20m

$523

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO - MAD

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Tue 12/31

8:40 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop16h 30m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 1/15

4:25 pm-12:22 am

1 stop16h 57m

$525

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO - MAD

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Wed 12/4

8:30 am-11:45 am

2 stops18h 15m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 12/11

12:20 pm-9:51 pm

1 stop18h 31m

$526

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO - MAD

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Tue 2/11

8:30 am-9:35 am

1 stop16h 05m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 2/19

12:15 pm-8:54 pm

2 stops41h 39m

$527

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO - MAD

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Mon 12/9

7:11 am-5:45 am

1 stop13h 34m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 1/16

4:25 pm-12:22 am

1 stop16h 57m

$536

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO - MAD

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Wed 12/4

5:30 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop14h 15m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 12/12

1:15 pm-10:06 pm

1 stop17h 51m

$540

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO - MAD

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Tue 2/11

10:18 am-9:25 am

1 stop14h 07m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 2/25

12:30 pm-12:22 am

1 stop20h 52m

$543

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO - MAD

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Wed 12/4

6:05 am-11:30 am

2 stops20h 25m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 12/10

10:00 am-11:15 pm

1 stop22h 15m

$560

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO - MAD

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Wed 12/11

1:50 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop14h 50m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 12/25

10:00 am-8:59 pm

1 stop19h 59m

$561

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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 San Francisco to Madrid in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightsMojoPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
ScholarTripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 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 San Francisco-Madrid flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Madrid flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Madrid flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Madrid flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant 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 San Francisco-Madrid flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Madrid

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Madrid. Price data was last updated on November 15, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Madrid, you should look to book at least 64 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 San Francisco to Madrid?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Madrid (average of $512). Flying from San Francisco to Madrid in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,129). 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 SFO to MAD?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 November 20, 2024.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 19% on flights from San Francisco to Madrid by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Madrid?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Madrid. Price data was last updated on November 18, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Madrid flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings 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 November 20, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from San Francisco to Madrid, see what other customers have to say about TAP AIR PORTUGAL, Air Canada and British Airways. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews

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8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.8
Good
1,350 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.7
Good
1,300 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.6
Good
1,637 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.5
Good
663 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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 San Francisco to Madrid. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How popular is this San Francisco to Madrid flight route?

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Francisco to Madrid round-trip from $524. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Iberia, from $525, and Air Canada, from $526. TAP AIR PORTUGAL is 34% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Francisco to Madrid are Air Canada ($406), TAP AIR PORTUGAL ($407), and ITA Airways ($411).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to Madrid?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from San Francisco to Madrid are American Airlines (83%), Qatar Airways (83%) and Alaska Airlines (83%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Madrid?

    The cheapest flight price from San Francisco to Madrid is $555. On average you can expect to pay $829. The most popular route, (San Francisco - Madrid Barajas), can usually be booked for $373.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to Madrid?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in London?

    If you're on a layover in London and looking for things to do, consider visiting Hyde Park, Piccadilly Circus, or Trafalgar Square. Travelers on a layover in London can visit Hyde Park, Piccadilly Circus, and Trafalgar Square, by traveling 12.5 mi, 14.1 mi, and 14.3 mi, respectively after landing at London Heathrow. Travelers can book a car rental at London Heathrow for about $40 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Lisbon?

    The majority of Lisbon visitors spend their time at Chiado, Centro Cultural de Belém, and Praça do Príncipe Real. Chiado, Centro Cultural de Belém, and Praça do Príncipe Real can be visited by traveling about 4.5 mi, 6.9 mi, and 4.2 mi respectively from Lisbon Humberto Delgado. Those looking to explore during their layover in Lisbon can rent a car from Lisbon Humberto Delgado for about $16 per day.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a layover in Dallas?

    Dallas travelers tend to visit American Airlines Center, Dos Equis Pavilion, and Majestic Theatre more than any other attractions. American Airlines Center, Dos Equis Pavilion, and Majestic Theatre can be accessed by traveling approximately 15.0 mi, 18.3 mi, and 16.1 mi, respectively from Dallas/Fort Worth. Travelers in need of a car in Dallas can rent one for about $61 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to Madrid flights?

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Madrid?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Madrid?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Madrid (average of $512). Flying from San Francisco to Madrid in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,129). 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 San Francisco to Madrid

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$385Average$546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
ITA AirwaysCheapest$477Average$829FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
FinnairCheapest$487Average$756FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air CanadaCheapest$494Average$906FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
British AirwaysCheapest$505Average$712FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
SWISSCheapest$508Average$784FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
KLMCheapest$512Average$762FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air FranceCheapest$514Average$874FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$516Average$628FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$517Average$1,015FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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