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$1,187+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Madrid, Spain (MAD)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — MAD
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) 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 March 28, 2025.

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$1,187
(Delta)

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June

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January

Average price

$654
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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Madrid
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to Madrid. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Wed 7/28:24 amSBA - MAD
2 stops23h 01mDelta
Wed 7/2310:05 amMAD - SBA
1 stop18h 55mDelta
Deal found 3/27$1,187
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Wed 7/26:25 pmSBA - MAD
3 stops51h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/2312:45 pmMAD - SBA
2 stops36h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$1,312
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 7/28:24 amSBA - MAD
1 stop16h 11mKLM
Wed 7/2310:05 amMAD - SBA
1 stop18h 55mKLM
Deal found 3/27$1,340
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 4/86:20 amSBA - MAD
3 stops24h 00mAir Canada
Thu 4/248:35 amMAD - SBA
3 stops24h 24mAir Canada
Deal found 3/27$2,436

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Santa Barbara

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Depart

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Santa BarbaraMadrid

SBA - MAD

SBAMAD

Santa Barbara

Wed 7/2

8:24 am-4:25 pm

2 stops23h 01m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 7/23

10:05 am-8:00 pm

1 stop18h 55m

$1,187

Santa BarbaraMadrid

SBA - MAD

SBAMAD

Santa Barbara

Wed 7/2

6:25 pm-6:40 am

3 stops51h 15m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 7/23

12:45 pm-4:12 pm

2 stops36h 27m

$1,312

Santa BarbaraMadrid

SBA - MAD

SBAMAD

Santa Barbara

Wed 7/2

8:24 am-9:35 am

1 stop16h 11m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 7/23

10:05 am-8:00 pm

1 stop18h 55m

$1,340

Santa BarbaraMadrid

SBA - MAD

SBAMAD

Santa Barbara

Tue 4/8

6:20 am-3:20 pm

3 stops24h 00m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 4/24

8:35 am-11:59 pm

3 stops24h 24m

$2,436

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Deals found on 3/27

Best time to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Madrid

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Barbara to Madrid

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Madrid (average of $543). Flying from Santa Barbara to Madrid in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,107). 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 SBA to MAD?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Barbara 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 March 28, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Santa Barbara 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 March 28, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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
7,896 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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
1,321 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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 Canada
7.0
Good
8,986 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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 Santa Barbara 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 Santa Barbara to Madrid round-trip?

    Currently priced at $1,187, Delta will fly you from Santa Barbara to Madrid and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from KLM and Air Canada - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,340 and $2,436, respectively.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Santa Barbara to Madrid?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara 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 Santa Barbara to Madrid?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Madrid (average of $543). Flying from Santa Barbara to Madrid in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,107). 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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