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$313+ Cheap flights from California to Madrid, Spain (MAD)

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LAX — MAD
Mar 19 — Mar 261
Wed 3/19
Wed 3/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Madrid

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$552
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$313
(Mytrip)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$644

Good round-trip deal

$782 or less

Good one-way deal

$547 or less
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Cheapest flights from California to Madrid
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Madrid. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 14, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 11/47:00 amSNA - MAD
2 stops17h 15mUnited Airlines
Fri 11/1412:15 pmMAD - SNA
2 stops33h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/12$537
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/34:40 pmSFO - MAD
1 stop34h 30mScandinavian Airlines
Fri 11/141:00 pmMAD - SFO
1 stop34h 35mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 3/13$546
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/15:30 pmSFO - MAD
1 stop14h 20mIberia
Tue 12/91:00 pmMAD - SFO
1 stop16h 46mIberia
Deal found 3/13$551
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 11/1810:59 pmONT - MAD
1 stop25h 01mKLM
Tue 12/911:00 amMAD - ONT
1 stop17h 29mKLM
Deal found 3/11$551
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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.
Sat 11/2910:40 pmSFO - MAD
1 stop24h 25mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/2412:15 pmMAD - SFO
1 stop32h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/13$554
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 11/195:30 amLAX - MAD
2 stops17h 35mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/312:15 pmMAD - LAX
1 stop18h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/12$554
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/234:40 pmLAX - MAD
1 stop22h 40mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 9/307:40 amMAD - LAX
1 stop16h 00mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 3/13$555
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/17:00 amONT - MAD
2 stops15h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/912:25 pmMAD - ONT
2 stops18h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/13$555
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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.
Tue 3/256:20 pmLAX - MAD
1 stop16h 00mBritish Airways
Fri 4/412:40 pmMAD - LAX
1 stop19h 06mBritish Airways
Deal found 3/11$557
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/18:30 amLAX - MAD
1 stop13h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/810:05 amMAD - LAX
1 stop15h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$558
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/112:30 pmSFO - MAD
1 stop36h 05mAir Canada
Wed 12/2412:15 pmMAD - SFO
2 stops36h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 3/13$561
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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.
Mon 10/204:30 pmSFO - MAD
1 stop20h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/277:05 amMAD - SFO
1 stop16h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/13$564

Find flights from California to Madrid within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Madrid 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 March 14, 2025.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Madrid

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO - MAD

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Wed 4/16

7:40 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop31h 30m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 4/29

12:55 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop36h 35m

$552

OntarioMadrid

ONT - MAD

ONTMAD

Ontario

Tue 4/1

7:00 am-7:55 am

2 stops15h 55m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 4/9

12:25 pm-9:58 pm

2 stops18h 33m

$555

Los AngelesMadrid

LAX - MAD

LAXMAD

Los Angeles

Tue 4/1

8:30 am-6:40 am

1 stop13h 10m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 4/8

10:50 am-8:44 pm

1 stop18h 54m

$556

Los AngelesMadrid

LAX - MAD

LAXMAD

Los Angeles

Tue 4/1

8:30 am-6:40 am

1 stop13h 10m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 4/8

7:35 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop29h 55m

$558

OntarioMadrid

ONT - MAD

ONTMAD

Ontario

Tue 4/1

6:00 am-6:40 am

2 stops15h 40m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 4/9

10:50 am-9:58 pm

2 stops20h 08m

$565

Los AngelesMadrid

LAX - MAD

LAXMAD

Los Angeles

Wed 5/14

7:30 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop31h 40m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 5/20

12:55 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop36h 25m

$566

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO - MAD

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Tue 4/1

8:20 am-6:40 am

1 stop13h 20m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 4/8

10:50 am-7:14 pm

1 stop17h 24m

$571

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO - MAD

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Tue 4/1

8:20 am-6:40 am

1 stop13h 20m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 4/8

6:20 am-9:45 pm

2 stops24h 25m

$574

Los AngelesMadrid

LAX - MAD

LAXMAD

Los Angeles

Wed 3/26

10:31 am-1:25 pm

2 stops18h 54m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 4/1

5:00 pm-1:25 pm

2 stops29h 25m

$580

Los AngelesMadrid

LAX - MAD

LAXMAD

Los Angeles

Sat 3/29

7:55 pm-10:25 am

1 stop29h 30m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 4/8

6:20 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop32h 40m

$581

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Travel insights for flights from California to Madrid

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Madrid (average of $543). Flying from California to Madrid in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,113). 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 CA to MAD?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Madrid. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 14, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Madrid as you normally would.

Rainfall in Madrid by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Madrid ranges from 0.4 - 2.4 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Madrid when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Madrid by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Madrid, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Madrid

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Madrid. 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 Madrid. Reviews last updated March 14, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, KLM and Finnair from California to Madrid have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,944 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Delta
8.0
Very good
7,944 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,944 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,320 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,944 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Finnair
7.6
Good
1,268 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,944 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

SWISS
7.5
Good
1,564 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,944 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Air France
7.4
Good
1,424 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,944 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Madrid. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Madrid from California?

    For a flight from California to Madrid, you will be flying into Barajas. Madrid Barajas (MAD) is just 8.5 mi from the center of the city.

  • How popular is this California to Madrid flight route?

    This flight path from California to Madrid Barajas was viewed by 69 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    $352 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Vueling. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Scandinavian Airlines and Iberia, with prices starting from $395 and $403, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Madrid?

    The most popular route from California to Madrid is Los Angeles - Madrid Barajas. You may also consider San Francisco - Madrid Barajas or Ontario - Madrid Barajas.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from California to Madrid?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from California to Madrid are American Airlines (96%), Qatar Airways (96%) and Alaska Airlines (96%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Madrid?

    While on average a flight from California to Madrid is generally $2,235, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $451. When looking at the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Madrid Barajas), you can expect to pay $467 for that flight.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Madrid?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Madrid 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 California to Madrid?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Madrid (average of $543). Flying from California to Madrid in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,113). 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 California to Madrid

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to Madrid. 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 March 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$375Average$608FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LEVELCheapest$398Average$683FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$408Average$799FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Aer LingusCheapest$431Average$946FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$471Average$852FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
FinnairCheapest$475Average$1,105FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
ITA AirwaysCheapest$477Average$822FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$479Average$615FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
SWISSCheapest$486Average$718FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Air CanadaCheapest$491Average$867FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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