Los Angeles

$463+ Cheap flights from Madrid, Spain (MAD) to Los Angeles (LAX)

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 4/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAD — LAX
Feb 25 — Mar 41
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Madrid Barajas to Los Angeles are usually found in February or November, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Madrid to Los Angeles

Cheapest flights from Madrid to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Madrid to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 26, 2026.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Thu 2/267:40 am
MAD
-
LAX
1 stop16h 00m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sat 3/74:45 pm
LAX
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MAD
1 stop18h 35m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 1/26$518
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Wed 3/46:00 pm
MAD
-
LAX
1 stop29h 40m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 3/245:45 pm
LAX
-
MAD
1 stop21h 45m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 1/26$519
This lol.travel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 9/310:15 am
MAD
-
LAX
1 stop15h 55m
Finnair
Tue 9/225:50 pm
LAX
-
MAD
Nonstop11h 00m
Finnair
Deal found 1/24$520
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/297:40 am
MAD
-
LAX
1 stop16h 00m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 2/34:45 pm
LAX
-
MAD
1 stop15h 25m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 1/23$524
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/710:25 pm
MAD
-
LAX
1 stop25h 10m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Fri 5/154:40 pm
LAX
-
MAD
1 stop15h 20m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 1/25$525
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/57:40 am
MAD
-
LAX
1 stop16h 00m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Thu 2/196:55 pm
LAX
-
MAD
1 stop16h 25m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 1/25$526
This lol.travel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Wed 2/2512:50 pm
MAD
-
LAX
Nonstop12h 45m
Finnair
Tue 3/310:30 am
LAX
-
MAD
1 stop13h 55m
Finnair
Deal found 1/26$527
This TAP AIR PORTUGAL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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.
Thu 2/267:40 am
MAD
-
LAX
1 stop16h 00m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sat 3/145:45 pm
LAX
-
MAD
1 stop18h 35m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 1/24$528
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 4/236:05 am
MAD
-
LAX
1 stop16h 05m
United Airlines
Sun 5/311:53 pm
LAX
-
MAD
2 stops23h 12m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/24$529
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Tue 4/145:55 am
MAD
-
LAX
1 stop16h 15m
United Airlines
Sat 5/210:30 pm
LAX
-
MAD
1 stop23h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/26$530
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Tue 4/145:55 am
MAD
-
LAX
1 stop16h 15m
United Airlines
Tue 4/287:00 am
LAX
-
MAD
2 stops17h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/26$532

Find flight deals from Madrid to Los Angeles

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Madrid (MAD) to Los Angeles (LAX). 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 26, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$518
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$463
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$758

Good round-trip deal

$597 or less

Good one-way deal

$632 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Madrid Barajas-Los Angeles flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Madrid Barajas-Los Angeles flights.
From Madrid Barajas to Los Angeles
One-way flight from Madrid Barajas to Los Angeles
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price ($166 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($18 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Madrid Barajas to Los Angeles.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Madrid Barajas to Los Angeles.

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Madrid to Los Angeles 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 26, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Madrid to Los Angeles that are best for you.

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Price

MadridLos Angeles

MAD - LAX

MADLAX

Madrid Barajas

Wed 3/4

9:10 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop26h 30m

Los Angeles

Thu 3/12

7:55 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop16h 25m

$528

MadridLos Angeles

MAD - LAX

MADLAX

Madrid Barajas

Mon 5/4

6:20 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop29h 25m

Los Angeles

Tue 5/12

4:45 pm-12:20 am

1 stop22h 35m

$528

MadridLos Angeles

MAD - LAX

MADLAX

Madrid Barajas

Thu 2/26

7:40 am-2:40 pm

1 stop16h 00m

Los Angeles

Sat 3/14

5:45 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop18h 35m

$528

MadridLos Angeles

MAD - LAX

MADLAX

Madrid Barajas

Tue 2/10

6:00 am-10:00 pm

2 stops25h 00m

Los Angeles

Tue 2/17

6:00 am-9:15 am

2 stops18h 15m

$532

MadridLos Angeles

MAD - LAX

MADLAX

Madrid Barajas

Sat 4/25

5:55 am-6:41 pm

2 stops21h 46m

Los Angeles

Sat 5/2

5:00 am-9:00 am

2 stops19h 00m

$534

MadridLos Angeles

MAD - LAX

MADLAX

Madrid Barajas

Wed 3/4

5:55 am-1:05 pm

1 stop16h 10m

Los Angeles

Tue 3/24

7:00 am-7:00 am

2 stops16h 00m

$535

MadridLos Angeles

MAD - LAX

MADLAX

Madrid Barajas

Tue 3/3

6:00 am-1:05 pm

1 stop16h 05m

Los Angeles

Wed 3/11

10:50 am-11:45 am

2 stops16h 55m

$537

MadridLos Angeles

MAD - LAX

MADLAX

Madrid Barajas

Wed 4/29

5:55 am-1:10 pm

1 stop16h 15m

Los Angeles

Wed 5/13

5:00 am-9:00 am

2 stops19h 00m

$537

MadridLos Angeles

MAD - LAX

MADLAX

Madrid Barajas

Fri 4/17

5:55 am-5:30 pm

2 stops20h 35m

Los Angeles

Sat 4/25

7:00 am-9:00 am

2 stops17h 00m

$537

MadridLos Angeles

MAD - LAX

MADLAX

Madrid Barajas

Mon 2/9

1:45 pm-12:34 am

2 stops19h 49m

Los Angeles

Mon 2/23

7:00 am-9:15 am

2 stops17h 15m

$537

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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 Los Angeles in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*2 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Thrive TravelPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 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-Los Angeles flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Madrid-Los Angeles flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Madrid-Los Angeles flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Madrid-Los Angeles 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-Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Los Angeles from Madrid with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Madrid to Los Angeles

How far ahead should I book a flight from Madrid to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Madrid to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on January 23, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Madrid to Los Angeles, you should look to book at least 76 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Madrid to Los Angeles?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madrid to Los Angeles (average of $450). Flying from Madrid to Los Angeles in July is currently the most expensive (average of $676). 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 LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from Madrid to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 26, 2026.

When flying from Madrid to Los Angeles, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

The best insider tips for Madrid to Los Angeles flights

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Our travel experts
Lori Zaino

Lori Zaino

Expert on MAD

US-born but now based in Spain, Lori's visited 60 countries---and written about them for publications like CNN, Forbes, The Points Guy, NBC, and TripAdvisor. She loves combining affordable adventures with luxury travel experiences and feels equally at home salsa dancing in Colombia, sipping wine in a French castle, or backpacking through Malaysia.

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Ramsey Qubein

Expert on LAX

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles. Reviews last updated January 26, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Finnair, American Airlines, and TAP AIR PORTUGAL from Madrid to Los Angeles to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Madrid to Los Angeles. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from Madrid to Los Angeles?

    You will need to book a flight from Madrid Barajas to Los Angeles if you want to fly from Madrid to Los Angeles. At least 9 different airlines have flights from Barajas (MAD) to Los Angeles (LAX) on a regular basis. There are 3 flights to Los Angeles from the Madrid airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from MAD to LAX to be around 12h 05m.

  • How popular is this Madrid to Los Angeles flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Madrid to Los Angeles?

    There are many flights that can get you from Madrid to Los Angeles in 25h. Fly via TAP AIR PORTUGAL or United Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between Madrid and Los Angeles is about 5828 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Madrid to Los Angeles round-trip?

    United Airlines, at $455, was found to be the cheapest airline from Madrid to Los Angeles.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include TAP AIR PORTUGAL and British Airways. United Airlines is priced at 39% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Madrid to Los Angeles one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is JetBlue, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $345. However, be on the lookout for offers from TAP AIR PORTUGAL and Vueling, as they are both options that can get you from Madrid to Los Angeles for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Madrid to Los Angeles?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Madrid to Los Angeles are American Airlines (62%), Qatar Airways (62%) and Alaska Airlines (62%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Madrid to Los Angeles?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $481. While the most popular route (Madrid Barajas - Los Angeles) can be booked for $499 on average, our data indicates $736 when flying from Madrid to Los Angeles.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Madrid to Los Angeles that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Madrid to Los Angeles?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Madrid to Los Angeles?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Madrid to Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madrid to Los Angeles (average of $450). Flying from Madrid to Los Angeles in July is currently the most expensive (average of $676). 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 9 airlines flying from Madrid to Los Angeles

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Madrid to Los Angeles. 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 26, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$455Average$487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$468Average$631FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$472Average$773FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$473Average$667FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$481Average$719FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
FinnairCheapest$495Average$640FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
IberiaCheapest$523Average$778FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LufthansaCheapest$528Average$1,280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
KLMCheapest$797Average$1,366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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