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$362+ Cheap flights from Madrid, Spain (MAD) to San Diego (SAN)

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 2/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAD — SAN
Jan 26 — Feb 21
Sun 1/26
Sun 2/2
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Madrid Barajas to San Diego are usually found in February or January, booked 71 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Madrid to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Madrid (MAD) to San Diego (SAN). 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 21, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$561
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$362
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$722
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Cheapest flights from Madrid to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Madrid to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Mon 2/108:10 pmMAD - SAN
3 stops35h 08mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/247:41 pmSAN - MAD
3 stops28h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$561
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/66:15 amMAD - SAN
2 stops38h 48mUnited Airlines
Thu 3/134:04 pmSAN - MAD
2 stops20h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/20$566
This lol.travel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 lol.travel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/116:10 amMAD - SAN
2 stops38h 53mAir Canada
Tue 2/184:00 pmSAN - MAD
2 stops38h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 1/20$569
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 2/36:00 amMAD - SAN
2 stops20h 59mDelta
Mon 2/177:25 amSAN - MAD
2 stops19h 05mDelta
Deal found 1/20$573
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/107:25 amMAD - SAN
1 stop17h 00mLufthansa
Mon 2/1710:00 amSAN - MAD
2 stops25h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 1/20$578
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/310:00 amMAD - SAN
1 stop23h 28mVirgin Atlantic
Mon 2/1710:10 pmSAN - MAD
1 stop24h 50mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 1/20$582
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/311:15 pmMAD - SAN
1 stop17h 53mBritish Airways
Mon 2/39:30 amSAN - MAD
1 stop15h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/20$593
This lol.travel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 lol.travel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/61:00 pmMAD - SAN
1 stop19h 58mIberia
Sat 2/153:05 pmSAN - MAD
1 stop13h 40mIberia
Deal found 1/20$595
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/512:40 pmMAD - SAN
1 stop30h 26mAir France
Tue 5/2011:00 amSAN - MAD
2 stops20h 45mAir France
Deal found 1/21$655
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/251:05 pmMAD - SAN
2 stops19h 38mKLM
Thu 5/81:55 pmSAN - MAD
1 stop14h 45mKLM
Deal found 1/20$659
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Mon 1/2710:45 amMAD - SAN
2 stops18h 20mAmerican Airlines
Mon 2/109:29 amSAN - MAD
1 stop14h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/20$741
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/101:30 pmMAD - SAN
1 stop30h 54mJetBlue
Wed 6/188:29 pmSAN - MAD
1 stop30h 01mJetBlue
Deal found 1/20$824

Find flights from Madrid to San Diego within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Madrid to San Diego 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 21, 2025.

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MadridSan Diego

MAD - SAN

MADSAN

Madrid Barajas

Mon 2/10

8:10 pm-10:18 pm

3 stops35h 08m

San Diego

Mon 2/24

7:41 pm-9:10 am

3 stops28h 29m

$561

MadridSan Diego

MAD - SAN

MADSAN

Madrid Barajas

Thu 3/6

6:15 am-12:03 pm

2 stops38h 48m

San Diego

Thu 3/13

4:04 pm-8:05 pm

2 stops20h 01m

$566

MadridSan Diego

MAD - SAN

MADSAN

Madrid Barajas

Tue 2/11

6:10 am-12:03 pm

2 stops38h 53m

San Diego

Tue 2/18

4:00 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops38h 35m

$569

MadridSan Diego

MAD - SAN

MADSAN

Madrid Barajas

Mon 2/3

6:00 am-5:59 pm

2 stops20h 59m

San Diego

Mon 2/17

7:25 am-11:30 am

2 stops19h 05m

$573

MadridSan Diego

MAD - SAN

MADSAN

Madrid Barajas

Mon 2/10

7:25 am-3:25 pm

1 stop17h 00m

San Diego

Mon 2/17

10:00 am-8:05 pm

2 stops25h 05m

$578

MadridSan Diego

MAD - SAN

MADSAN

Madrid Barajas

Mon 2/3

10:00 am-12:28 am

1 stop23h 28m

San Diego

Mon 2/17

10:10 pm-8:00 am

1 stop24h 50m

$582

MadridSan Diego

MAD - SAN

MADSAN

Madrid Barajas

Fri 1/31

1:15 pm-10:08 pm

1 stop17h 53m

San Diego

Mon 2/3

9:30 am-9:55 am

1 stop15h 25m

$593

MadridSan Diego

MAD - SAN

MADSAN

Madrid Barajas

Thu 2/6

1:00 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop19h 58m

San Diego

Sat 2/15

3:05 pm-1:45 pm

1 stop13h 40m

$595

MadridSan Diego

MAD - SAN

MADSAN

Madrid Barajas

Mon 5/5

12:40 pm-10:06 am

1 stop30h 26m

San Diego

Tue 5/20

11:00 am-4:45 pm

2 stops20h 45m

$655

MadridSan Diego

MAD - SAN

MADSAN

Madrid Barajas

Fri 4/25

1:05 pm-11:43 pm

2 stops19h 38m

San Diego

Thu 5/8

1:55 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop14h 45m

$659

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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 Madrid to San Diego in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice 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 Madrid-San Diego flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Madrid-San Diego flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Madrid-San Diego flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Madrid-San Diego 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 Madrid-San Diego 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 Madrid to San Diego

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Travel insights for flights from Madrid to San Diego

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Madrid to San Diego. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

Booking 71 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Madrid to San Diego. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madrid to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Madrid to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 MAD to SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Madrid to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Madrid to San Diego in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 22% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

Rainfall in San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Diego ranges from 0.0 - 2.3 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.3 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Diego when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Diego, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated January 21, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Madrid to San Diego, such as American Airlines, Lufthansa and Iberia. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

KLM
7.8
Good
1,341 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Finnair
7.6
Good
1,286 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
665 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Air France
7.4
Good
1,490 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Madrid to San Diego. 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 Madrid to San Diego round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Madrid to San Diego round-trip from $566. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air Canada, from $569, and Delta, from $573. You may be able to fly from Madrid to San Diego for 34% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Aer Lingus, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $576. Lufthansa flights start at $611 while deals on Iberia start at $644 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madrid to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Madrid to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 3 airlines flying from Madrid to San Diego

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Madrid to San Diego. 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 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IberiaCheapest$684Average$782FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$692Average$906FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$725Average$839FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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