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$388+ 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 12/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAD — LAX
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Wed 11/26
Wed 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Madrid Barajas to Los Angeles are usually found in February or October, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

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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 October 27, 2025.

This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/46:00 amMAD - LAX
1 stop14h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/166:20 pmLAX - MAD
1 stop14h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/26$469
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/206:00 amMAD - LAX
1 stop14h 45mDelta
Thu 11/275:40 pmLAX - MAD
1 stop15h 00mDelta
Deal found 10/26$470
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 11/146:00 amMAD - LAX
2 stops21h 01mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/286:00 amLAX - MAD
2 stops17h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$471
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/216:00 amMAD - LAX
2 stops23h 26mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/28:40 amLAX - MAD
1 stop14h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/25$473
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/66:00 amMAD - LAX
1 stop14h 45mDelta
Tue 11/187:40 amLAX - MAD
1 stop15h 20mDelta
Deal found 10/26$474
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/116:00 amMAD - LAX
1 stop16h 10mAir France
Sun 11/166:20 pmLAX - MAD
1 stop14h 20mAir France
Deal found 10/26$475
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Fri 11/1412:35 pmMAD - LAX
1 stop15h 00mDelta
Fri 11/287:15 amLAX - MAD
2 stops19h 15mDelta
Deal found 10/27$476
This lol.travel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 lol.travel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/311:00 amMAD - LAX
1 stop22h 52mFinnair
Wed 12/310:25 amLAX - MAD
1 stop14h 00mFinnair
Deal found 10/25$477
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/195:55 amMAD - LAX
1 stop16h 10mLufthansa
Tue 11/255:30 pmLAX - MAD
1 stop21h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 10/26$478
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/187:35 pmMAD - LAX
1 stop30h 00mSWISS
Thu 12/47:10 pmLAX - MAD
1 stop14h 35mSWISS
Deal found 10/25$479
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/211:35 pmMAD - LAX
1 stop17h 40mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/88:35 amLAX - MAD
1 stop15h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/25$480
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Wed 12/241:35 pmMAD - LAX
1 stop17h 25mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/910:30 amLAX - MAD
1 stop13h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/26$481

Cheap 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 October 27, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$469
(KLM)

One-way from

$388
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$659

Good round-trip deal

$481 or less

Good one-way deal

$635 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Madrid Barajas-Los Angeles flight deals.
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($152 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($18 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 October 27, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Madrid to Los Angeles that are best for you.

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Madrid

Fly to

Los Angeles

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MadridLos Angeles

MAD - LAX

MADLAX

Madrid Barajas

Thu 11/20

6:00 am-11:45 am

1 stop14h 45m

Los Angeles

Sat 12/6

7:55 am-11:30 am

2 stops18h 35m

$470

MadridLos Angeles

MAD - LAX

MADLAX

Madrid Barajas

Thu 11/13

6:00 am-11:45 am

1 stop14h 45m

Los Angeles

Tue 11/25

6:20 pm-5:40 pm

1 stop14h 20m

$470

MadridLos Angeles

MAD - LAX

MADLAX

Madrid Barajas

Wed 11/12

8:30 am-7:17 pm

2 stops19h 47m

Los Angeles

Sun 11/16

6:55 am-9:15 am

2 stops17h 20m

$473

MadridLos Angeles

MAD - LAX

MADLAX

Madrid Barajas

Sat 11/15

6:00 am-7:34 pm

2 stops22h 34m

Los Angeles

Mon 12/15

7:01 am-9:15 am

2 stops17h 14m

$473

MadridLos Angeles

MAD - LAX

MADLAX

Madrid Barajas

Sun 1/25

6:00 am-11:45 am

1 stop14h 45m

Los Angeles

Fri 2/13

1:45 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop14h 55m

$475

MadridLos Angeles

MAD - LAX

MADLAX

Madrid Barajas

Tue 1/13

11:00 am-10:42 pm

2 stops20h 42m

Los Angeles

Sun 2/1

7:00 am-11:30 am

2 stops19h 30m

$475

MadridLos Angeles

MAD - LAX

MADLAX

Madrid Barajas

Thu 1/15

1:35 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop17h 25m

Los Angeles

Tue 2/3

7:30 am-9:15 am

1 stop16h 45m

$480

MadridLos Angeles

MAD - LAX

MADLAX

Madrid Barajas

Thu 12/18

10:00 am-1:10 am

1 stop24h 10m

Los Angeles

Thu 2/19

6:20 pm-5:40 pm

1 stop14h 20m

$480

MadridLos Angeles

MAD - LAX

MADLAX

Madrid Barajas

Mon 1/19

1:35 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop17h 25m

Los Angeles

Tue 2/3

8:20 am-9:15 am

1 stop15h 55m

$481

MadridLos Angeles

MAD - LAX

MADLAX

Madrid Barajas

Wed 11/12

10:00 am-10:32 pm

1 stop21h 32m

Los Angeles

Sun 11/23

5:38 pm-9:25 am

1 stop30h 47m

$484

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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 October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Thrive TravelPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice 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-Los Angeles flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Madrid-Los Angeles flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >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 eDreams the most. eDreams 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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Cheapflights Insights

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 October 24, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Madrid to Los Angeles, you should look to book at least 83 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madrid to Los Angeles (average of $454). Flying from Madrid to Los Angeles in July is currently the most expensive (average of $665). 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 October 27, 2025.

When flying from Madrid to Los Angeles, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 60% versus a flight in the evening.

The best insider tips for Madrid to Los Angeles flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Madrid to Los Angeles trip
Airports
MAD

Use automated kiosks at MAD for a faster check-in process, especially with Iberia. Security lines move quickly despite peak times.

Read more about MADby Lori Zaino
LAX

Look for green signs to catch the free shuttle to the LAX-it station for rideshares and taxis after arriving at LAX.

Read more about LAXby Ramsey Qubein
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Lori Zaino

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Lori Zaino

Lori Zaino

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

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on LAX

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

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.

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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 October 27, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Finnair, American Airlines, and Iberia 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.
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,333 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

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.
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,333 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,333 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,031 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,333 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

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.
Iberia
7.0
Good
3,000 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,333 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

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.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,532 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,333 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

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.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,476 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,333 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

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 12 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?

    This flight path from Madrid Barajas to Los Angeles was viewed by 3 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Madrid to Los Angeles in 14h 45m. Fly via Delta 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?

    TAP AIR PORTUGAL, at $468, was found to be the cheapest airline from Madrid to Los Angeles.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include British Airways and Delta. TAP AIR PORTUGAL is priced at 37% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • 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 (80%), Qatar Airways (80%) and Alaska Airlines (80%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $480. While the most popular route (Madrid Barajas - Los Angeles) can be booked for $433 on average, our data indicates $684 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madrid to Los Angeles (average of $454). Flying from Madrid to Los Angeles in July is currently the most expensive (average of $665). 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 Los Angeles

Discover the top 10 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 October 27, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$468Average$631FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$472Average$773FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$473Average$698FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$482Average$814FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
FinnairCheapest$495Average$680FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
LufthansaCheapest$528Average$1,382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
IberiaCheapest$530Average$767FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air FranceCheapest$652Average$1,032FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$656Average$819FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
SWISSCheapest$811Average$1,185FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%

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