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$271+ Cheap flights from California to Madrid, Spain (MAD)

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 11/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — MAD
Aug 26 — Sep 21
Wed 8/26
Wed 9/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Madrid

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 July 27, 2026.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 8/184:45 pm
LAX
-
MAD
1 stop22h 35m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Thu 8/2710:25 pm
MAD
-
LAX
1 stop25h 10m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 7/22$638
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/194:55 pm
LAX
-
MAD
1 stop19h 30m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sat 9/2610:25 pm
MAD
-
LAX
1 stop24h 05m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 7/26$642
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/84:45 pm
LAX
-
MAD
1 stop15h 15m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Fri 9/1810:25 pm
MAD
-
LAX
1 stop25h 15m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 7/27$643
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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.
Tue 9/84:45 pm
LAX
-
MAD
1 stop22h 35m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Thu 9/2410:25 pm
MAD
-
LAX
1 stop25h 10m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 7/22$644
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/154:45 pm
LAX
-
MAD
1 stop22h 35m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Mon 9/284:20 pm
MAD
-
LAX
1 stop31h 25m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 7/23$645
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Fri 9/254:40 pm
LAX
-
MAD
1 stop15h 20m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Mon 10/1210:25 pm
MAD
-
LAX
1 stop25h 20m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 7/23$646
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/15:15 pm
LAX
-
MAD
1 stop14h 55m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Fri 12/119:10 pm
MAD
-
LAX
1 stop27h 05m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 7/26$647
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/274:40 pm
LAX
-
MAD
1 stop15h 40m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Mon 10/1210:25 pm
MAD
-
LAX
1 stop25h 20m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 7/24$648
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 12/35:15 pm
LAX
-
MAD
1 stop14h 55m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 12/87:40 am
MAD
-
LAX
1 stop16h 35m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 7/23$649
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/317:30 pm
LAX
-
MAD
1 stop33h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 11/86:00 pm
MAD
-
LAX
1 stop31h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/27$650
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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.
Wed 9/164:35 pm
SFO
-
MAD
1 stop17h 35m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 9/2910:25 pm
MAD
-
SFO
1 stop25h 10m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 7/22$651
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 11/55:15 pm
LAX
-
MAD
1 stop14h 55m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 11/177:40 am
MAD
-
LAX
1 stop16h 35m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 7/25$651

Find flight deals from California to Madrid

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Madrid flight deals. Data was last updated July 27, 2026.

Most accurate provider

Ovago
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Ovago
3 stars

Round-trip from

$638
(oojo)

One-way from

$271
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,128

Good round-trip deal

$869 or less

Good one-way deal

$494 or less
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From California to Madrid Barajas
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One-way flight from California to Madrid Barajas
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 29% potential increase in price ($333 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($48 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from California to Madrid Barajas.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from California to Madrid Barajas.
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 July 27, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Madrid that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO - MAD

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Mon 9/7

4:45 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop17h 10m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 12/2

12:00 pm-2:50 pm

2 stops35h 50m

$699

Los AngelesMadrid

LAX - MAD

LAXMAD

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 10/18

4:40 pm-12:20 am

1 stop22h 40m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 12/8

7:40 am-3:15 pm

1 stop16h 35m

$701

SacramentoMadrid

SMF - MAD

SMFMAD

Sacramento Intl

Mon 11/9

8:00 am-7:45 am

1 stop14h 45m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 11/17

1:25 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops38h 10m

$735

SacramentoMadrid

SMF - MAD

SMFMAD

Sacramento Intl

Tue 10/13

6:00 am-6:50 am

2 stops15h 50m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 10/27

12:25 pm-6:27 pm

2 stops38h 02m

$739

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO - MAD

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Wed 10/14

4:45 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop17h 10m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 11/7

6:35 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop29h 15m

$741

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO - MAD

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Sat 9/26

4:45 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop16h 00m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 10/12

6:30 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop29h 10m

$741

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO - MAD

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Sat 10/17

11:39 pm-6:50 am

1 stop22h 11m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 11/6

6:00 am-12:35 pm

1 stop15h 35m

$748

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO - MAD

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Mon 9/21

12:35 am-8:05 am

2 stops22h 30m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 10/9

6:00 am-12:40 pm

1 stop15h 40m

$750

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO - MAD

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Sun 10/18

3:05 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop19h 10m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 11/5

1:05 pm-11:45 am

1 stop31h 40m

$751

Santa AnaMadrid

SNA - MAD

SNAMAD

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 10/25

9:13 pm-9:15 am

1 stop28h 02m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 10/29

12:25 pm-6:20 pm

2 stops37h 55m

$754

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Best time to book a flight from California to Madrid

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Madrid from California with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Madrid

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Madrid (average of $532). Flying from California to Madrid in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,267). 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 July 27, 2026.

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.

Weekly flight availability from California to Madrid

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Madrid. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated July 27, 2026.

The most flights from USCA to MAD are scheduled on a Monday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from California to Madrid?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
California to Madrid flights typically cost between $592 and $1,097 in August.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $638 on TAP AIR PORTUGAL (Aug 18-Aug 27).

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

Booking 66 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from California to Madrid. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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 42 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 California to Madrid?

    A quick flight from California to Madrid can take about 17h 10m. Scandinavian Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $699. The distance from California to Madrid is about 5794 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    $151 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Virgin Atlantic. You may also be able to find cheap deals on TAP AIR PORTUGAL and Air Canada, with prices starting from $201 and $244, respectively.

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

    The most popular route from California to Madrid is Los Angeles 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 (59%), Qatar Airways (59%) and Alaska Airlines (59%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Madrid?

    While on average a flight from California to Madrid is generally $3,512, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $350. When looking at the most popular route, (Los Angeles Los Angeles - Madrid Barajas), you can expect to pay $526 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Madrid (average of $532). Flying from California to Madrid in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,267). 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 July 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$166Average$1,114FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$217Average$665FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$325Average$626FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
ITA AirwaysCheapest$367Average$641FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
LufthansaCheapest$392Average$732FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air CanadaCheapest$393Average$683FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
SWISSCheapest$399Average$617FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
United AirlinesCheapest$419Average$921FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
FinnairCheapest$424Average$798FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Aer LingusCheapest$424Average$1,028FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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