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$475+ Cheap flights from Madrid, Spain (MAD) to San Francisco (SFO)

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 1/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAD — SFO
Dec 23 — Dec 301
Mon 12/23
Mon 12/30
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Madrid Barajas to San Francisco are usually found in February or January, booked 37 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Madrid to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Madrid (MAD) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 December 18, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$475
(American Airlines)

Popular in

July

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February

Average price

$803
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Cheapest flights from Madrid to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Madrid to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2024.

This lol.travel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/261:00 pmMAD - SFO
1 stop17h 01mIberia
Thu 1/235:20 amSFO - MAD
1 stop17h 35mIberia
Deal found 12/17$511
This StudentUniverse deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 StudentUniverse is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/271:00 pmMAD - SFO
1 stop16h 47mBritish Airways
Wed 1/2912:23 amSFO - MAD
1 stop20h 42mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/17$644
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Fri 12/2712:40 pmMAD - SFO
1 stop18h 11mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/215:00 amSFO - MAD
2 stops19h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$673
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Fri 12/2712:40 pmMAD - SFO
1 stop18h 11mAir Canada
Thu 1/308:33 amSFO - MAD
2 stops22h 02mAir Canada
Deal found 12/17$676
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Fri 12/2712:40 pmMAD - SFO
2 stops35h 46mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/218:30 amSFO - MAD
2 stops18h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$696
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Tue 12/248:35 pmMAD - SFO
1 stop24h 15mKLM
Sat 1/41:45 pmSFO - MAD
1 stop14h 55mKLM
Deal found 12/17$745
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/256:00 amMAD - SFO
1 stop14h 50mDelta
Sat 1/41:45 pmSFO - MAD
1 stop17h 20mDelta
Deal found 12/17$765
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Thu 12/195:50 pmMAD - SFO
1 stop26h 15mTurkish Airlines
Mon 1/66:50 pmSFO - MAD
1 stop36h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/17$820
This TAP AIR PORTUGAL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 TAP AIR PORTUGAL is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/249:10 pmMAD - SFO
1 stop26h 30mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Mon 1/64:40 pmSFO - MAD
1 stop15h 30mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 12/17$866
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/247:25 amMAD - SFO
1 stop20h 20mLufthansa
Sat 1/118:35 pmSFO - MAD
1 stop18h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 12/17$870
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/1810:00 amMAD - SFO
1 stop17h 36mVirgin Atlantic
Wed 12/2512:00 pmSFO - MAD
1 stop35h 00mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 12/17$932
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/196:00 amMAD - SFO
1 stop16h 10mAir France
Fri 12/273:25 pmSFO - MAD
1 stop22h 40mAir France
Deal found 12/17$934

Find flights from Madrid to San Francisco within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Madrid to San Francisco 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 December 18, 2024.

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MadridSan Francisco

MAD - SFO

MADSFO

Madrid Barajas

Thu 1/30

1:15 pm-10:16 pm

1 stop18h 01m

San Francisco

Sun 2/2

10:19 am-9:25 am

1 stop14h 06m

$475

MadridSan Francisco

MAD - SFO

MADSFO

Madrid Barajas

Thu 5/1

4:00 pm-12:23 am

1 stop17h 23m

San Francisco

Mon 5/5

10:13 am-9:05 am

1 stop13h 52m

$477

MadridSan Francisco

MAD - SFO

MADSFO

Madrid Barajas

Fri 1/24

4:25 pm-12:22 am

1 stop16h 57m

San Francisco

Sun 2/9

10:19 am-9:25 am

1 stop14h 06m

$480

MadridSan Francisco

MAD - SFO

MADSFO

Madrid Barajas

Mon 1/20

11:00 am-11:22 pm

2 stops21h 22m

San Francisco

Tue 2/4

3:25 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop15h 00m

$489

MadridSan Francisco

MAD - SFO

MADSFO

Madrid Barajas

Thu 1/16

6:25 am-9:51 pm

2 stops24h 26m

San Francisco

Wed 1/29

8:55 am-9:15 am

1 stop15h 20m

$527

MadridSan Francisco

MAD - SFO

MADSFO

Madrid Barajas

Thu 1/16

11:15 am-7:49 pm

1 stop17h 34m

San Francisco

Wed 1/29

7:15 am-9:15 am

2 stops17h 00m

$530

MadridSan Francisco

MAD - SFO

MADSFO

Madrid Barajas

Thu 1/16

7:25 am-9:42 pm

2 stops23h 17m

San Francisco

Thu 1/30

8:30 am-3:35 pm

2 stops22h 05m

$534

MadridSan Francisco

MAD - SFO

MADSFO

Madrid Barajas

Fri 2/21

7:40 am-2:15 pm

1 stop15h 35m

San Francisco

Wed 3/5

4:35 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop21h 45m

$538

MadridSan Francisco

MAD - SFO

MADSFO

Madrid Barajas

Fri 2/21

10:05 am-4:25 pm

1 stop15h 20m

San Francisco

Thu 3/6

2:40 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop15h 55m

$551

MadridSan Francisco

MAD - SFO

MADSFO

Madrid Barajas

Sat 2/22

1:15 pm-10:52 pm

1 stop18h 37m

San Francisco

Wed 3/5

5:30 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop14h 15m

$560

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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 Francisco in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Thrive TravelPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 Francisco flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Madrid-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Madrid-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Madrid-San Francisco 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 Francisco 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 Francisco

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco from Madrid with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Madrid to San Francisco

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Madrid to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2024.

The price you pay for your flight from Madrid to San Francisco may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 37 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madrid to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Madrid to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $381). 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 SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Madrid to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 18, 2024.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Madrid to San Francisco in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 29% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 Francisco. Reviews last updated December 18, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Iberia, Delta and Brussels Airlines from Madrid to San Francisco by reading reviews from past customers. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

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
8,604 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

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
1,349 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Finnair
7.7
Good
1,285 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

SWISS
7.6
Good
1,606 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

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
668 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

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 Francisco. 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 Francisco round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Madrid to San Francisco is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $475 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Iberia and Finnair, starting at $477 and $480 round-trip. American Airlines is currently priced 28% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    $517 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from TAP AIR PORTUGAL. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Finnair and Delta, with prices starting from $547 and $571, respectively.

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

    While on average a flight from Madrid to San Francisco is generally $2,597, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $2,539. When looking at the most popular route, (Madrid Barajas - San Francisco), you can expect to pay $430 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madrid to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Madrid to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $381). 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 Madrid to San Francisco

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Madrid to San Francisco. 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 December 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$431Average$531FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$438Average$677FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FinnairCheapest$439Average$670FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
KLMCheapest$461Average$845FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
LufthansaCheapest$463Average$844FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
SWISSCheapest$496Average$731FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Air FranceCheapest$499Average$1,049FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$506Average$671FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$511Average$771FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
IberiaCheapest$511Average$806FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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