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$487+ Cheap flights from Madrid (MAD) to San Francisco (SFO)

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 12/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAD — SFO
Nov 25 — Dec 21
Mon 11/25
Mon 12/2
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 Wednesday or Sunday 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 November 20, 2024.

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AranGrant
3 stars

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AranGrant
3 stars

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Round-trip from

$512
(Iberia)

One-way from

$487
(Kiwi.com)
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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 November 20, 2024.

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.
Sun 12/156:00 amMAD - SFO
1 stop16h 10mDelta
Sat 1/1810:55 pmSFO - MAD
1 stop24h 05mDelta
Deal found 11/20$512
This Gotogate 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/67:35 pmMAD - SFO
1 stop29h 50mSWISS
Tue 12/107:25 pmSFO - MAD
1 stop28h 50mSWISS
Deal found 11/20$516
This Air France 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/248:10 pmMAD - SFO
1 stop26h 00mAir France
Sun 1/123:25 pmSFO - MAD
1 stop16h 35mAir France
Deal found 11/20$524
This Iberia 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 Iberia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/1311:35 amMAD - SFO
1 stop21h 14mIberia
Fri 1/1710:19 amSFO - MAD
1 stop18h 26mIberia
Deal found 11/19$528
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.
Thu 12/51:00 pmMAD - SFO
1 stop31h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/93:25 pmSFO - MAD
1 stop15h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$535
This British Airways 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/161:15 pmMAD - SFO
1 stop17h 51mBritish Airways
Wed 2/510:18 amSFO - MAD
1 stop14h 07mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/19$543
This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/106:10 amMAD - SFO
2 stops23h 49mAir Canada
Sat 1/116:48 pmSFO - MAD
2 stops29h 47mAir Canada
Deal found 11/19$552
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/126:15 amMAD - SFO
1 stop15h 20mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/168:30 amSFO - MAD
1 stop16h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/19$557
This eDestinos 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/227:40 amMAD - SFO
1 stop15h 35mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Wed 12/44:35 pmSFO - MAD
1 stop21h 45mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 11/18$575
This Travelocity 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/31:50 pmMAD - SFO
1 stop31h 45mLufthansa
Tue 12/108:35 pmSFO - MAD
1 stop18h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 11/19$593
This eDestinos 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/225:50 amMAD - SFO
2 stops22h 07mITA Airways
Wed 12/49:20 amSFO - MAD
2 stops22h 50mITA Airways
Deal found 11/18$637
This Virgin Atlantic 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/1811:00 amMAD - SFO
2 stops21h 49mVirgin Atlantic
Sat 1/1110:55 pmSFO - MAD
1 stop24h 05mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 11/20$682

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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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MadridSan Francisco

MAD - SFO

MADSFO

Madrid Barajas

Mon 1/13

9:35 pm-3:00 pm

2 stops26h 25m

San Francisco

Sun 1/26

10:40 am-7:55 am

1 stop36h 15m

$512

MadridSan Francisco

MAD - SFO

MADSFO

Madrid Barajas

Fri 12/6

7:35 pm-4:25 pm

1 stop29h 50m

San Francisco

Tue 12/10

7:25 pm-9:15 am

1 stop28h 50m

$516

MadridSan Francisco

MAD - SFO

MADSFO

Madrid Barajas

Sat 12/14

6:00 am-12:15 am

2 stops27h 15m

San Francisco

Sun 2/9

3:25 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop16h 35m

$517

MadridSan Francisco

MAD - SFO

MADSFO

Madrid Barajas

Fri 2/21

8:25 am-9:37 am

2 stops34h 12m

San Francisco

Sun 3/2

11:55 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops31h 50m

$521

MadridSan Francisco

MAD - SFO

MADSFO

Madrid Barajas

Tue 12/24

8:10 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop26h 00m

San Francisco

Sun 1/12

3:25 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop16h 35m

$524

MadridSan Francisco

MAD - SFO

MADSFO

Madrid Barajas

Thu 12/5

1:00 pm-11:50 am

1 stop31h 50m

San Francisco

Mon 12/9

3:25 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop15h 00m

$535

MadridSan Francisco

MAD - SFO

MADSFO

Madrid Barajas

Thu 4/24

6:35 am-2:35 pm

1 stop17h 00m

San Francisco

Thu 5/8

4:20 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop15h 45m

$536

MadridSan Francisco

MAD - SFO

MADSFO

Madrid Barajas

Sat 3/1

6:10 am-3:35 pm

2 stops18h 25m

San Francisco

Sat 3/8

10:31 pm-9:35 am

2 stops26h 04m

$540

MadridSan Francisco

MAD - SFO

MADSFO

Madrid Barajas

Mon 12/16

1:15 pm-10:06 pm

1 stop17h 51m

San Francisco

Thu 2/6

11:48 am-9:55 am

1 stop13h 07m

$543

MadridSan Francisco

MAD - SFO

MADSFO

Madrid Barajas

Mon 1/13

7:25 am-7:15 pm

2 stops20h 50m

San Francisco

Sun 1/26

2:40 pm-5:40 pm

2 stops18h 00m

$568

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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 November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice 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 AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on Madrid-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >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 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 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

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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 November 15, 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 November 20, 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 26% 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 November 20, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Lufthansa, KLM and Iberia 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
8,756 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

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

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

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
1,350 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

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
1,300 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

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
1,637 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

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
663 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

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 Iberia. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $512 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are SWISS and Delta, starting at $516 and $517 round-trip. Iberia is currently priced 22% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    $497 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 Aer Lingus and Finnair, with prices starting from $542 and $547, respectively.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Madrid to San Francisco on time: American Airlines (83%), Qatar Airways (83%), Alaska Airlines (83%).

  • 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 $372 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$390Average$677FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$431Average$522FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FinnairCheapest$439Average$671FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
LufthansaCheapest$463Average$885FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
KLMCheapest$464Average$845FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air FranceCheapest$499Average$930FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$506Average$671FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$511Average$763FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
ITA AirwaysCheapest$536Average$574FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
IberiaCheapest$547Average$791FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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