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$1,482+ 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 3/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — MAD
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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$1,482
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June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

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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 February 20, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/2112:25 pmSBA - MAD
1 stop13h 00mAmerican Airlines
Sat 3/293:20 pmMAD - SBA
1 stop28h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,482
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Fri 3/216:00 amSBA - MAD
2 stops25h 45mUnited Airlines
Sat 3/291:50 pmMAD - SBA
2 stops54h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,764
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/218:15 amSBA - MAD
3 stops28h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 3/295:50 amMAD - SBA
3 stops26h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$4,957

Find flights from Santa Barbara to Madrid within your budget

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Fly from

Santa Barbara

Fly to

Madrid

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Santa BarbaraMadrid

SBA - MAD

SBAMAD

Santa Barbara

Fri 3/21

12:25 pm-9:25 am

1 stop13h 00m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 3/29

3:20 pm-11:35 am

1 stop28h 15m

$1,482

Santa BarbaraMadrid

SBA - MAD

SBAMAD

Santa Barbara

Fri 3/21

6:00 am-3:45 pm

2 stops25h 45m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 3/29

1:50 pm-12:01 pm

2 stops54h 11m

$1,764

Santa BarbaraMadrid

SBA - MAD

SBAMAD

Santa Barbara

Fri 3/21

8:15 am-8:55 pm

3 stops28h 40m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 3/29

5:50 am-11:59 pm

3 stops26h 09m

$4,957

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Deals found on 2/20

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Travel insights for flights from Santa Barbara to Madrid

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

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 $1,124). 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 February 20, 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 February 20, 2025.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,765 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.7

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Kathy,Jun 2024

RDD - SFO

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,765 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,765 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.7

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Kathy,Jun 2024

RDD - SFO

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,765 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.7

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Kathy,Jun 2024

RDD - SFO

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.

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 $1,482, American Airlines will fly you from Santa Barbara to Madrid and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on United Airlines for as low as $1,764.

  • 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 $1,124). 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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