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$343+ 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 8/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — MAD
May 10 — May 171
Sun 5/10
Sun 5/17
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 April 10, 2026.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. 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.
Sun 8/164:40 pm
LAX
-
MAD
1 stop15h 40m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 9/157:40 am
MAD
-
LAX
1 stop16h 05m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 4/5$568
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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.
Tue 11/175:15 pm
LAX
-
MAD
1 stop18h 05m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 11/247:40 am
MAD
-
LAX
1 stop16h 35m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 4/6$573
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. 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.
Wed 8/124:35 pm
SFO
-
MAD
1 stop22h 45m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Wed 1/137:40 am
MAD
-
SFO
1 stop15h 50m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 4/5$574
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/64:40 pm
LAX
-
MAD
1 stop15h 40m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sat 9/1210:25 pm
MAD
-
LAX
1 stop24h 05m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 4/7$574
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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 11/24:35 pm
SFO
-
MAD
1 stop18h 45m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Mon 12/77:40 am
MAD
-
SFO
1 stop15h 55m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 4/7$576
This LEVEL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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 LEVEL is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/288:55 pm
LAX
-
MAD
1 stop16h 40m
LEVEL
Tue 10/68:00 pm
MAD
-
LAX
1 stop31h 05m
LEVEL
Deal found 4/7$577
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. 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.
Wed 11/44:35 pm
SFO
-
MAD
1 stop33h 45m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Fri 11/277:40 am
MAD
-
SFO
1 stop17h 25m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 4/5$579
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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.
Thu 7/304:30 pm
SFO
-
MAD
1 stop17h 40m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sun 8/308:10 pm
MAD
-
SFO
1 stop26h 55m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 4/8$580
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 7/257:35 pm
SFO
-
MAD
1 stop14h 35m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Thu 8/277:40 am
MAD
-
SFO
1 stop15h 50m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 4/6$583
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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.
Tue 8/184:45 pm
LAX
-
MAD
1 stop22h 35m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 9/87:40 am
MAD
-
LAX
1 stop16h 05m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 4/8$584
This LEVEL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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 LEVEL is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/57:50 pm
LAX
-
MAD
1 stop33h 05m
LEVEL
Wed 8/196:40 am
MAD
-
LAX
1 stop20h 25m
LEVEL
Deal found 4/8$585
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. 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.
Tue 8/117:20 pm
SFO
-
MAD
2 stops17h 05m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 1/129:10 pm
MAD
-
SFO
1 stop26h 20m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 4/5$586

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 April 10, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$568
(oojo)

One-way from

$343
(oojo)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$747

Good round-trip deal

$769 or less

Good one-way deal

$480 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. 28% potential increase in price ($287 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($43 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip 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 April 10, 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

Los AngelesMadrid

LAX - MAD

LAXMAD

Los Angeles

Sun 4/19

8:10 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop35h 45m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 5/2

7:40 am-6:15 pm

1 stop19h 35m

$729

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO - MAD

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Tue 10/6

4:45 pm-11:10 am

2 stops33h 25m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 11/4

12:00 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops35h 35m

$743

Las VegasMadrid

LAS - MAD

LASMAD

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 10/7

8:35 am-8:05 am

1 stop14h 30m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 10/20

10:50 am-9:59 pm

2 stops20h 09m

$759

OaklandMadrid

OAK - MAD

OAKMAD

Oakland

Sat 10/3

5:05 pm-6:20 am

2 stops28h 15m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 10/20

2:35 pm-11:56 pm

2 stops18h 21m

$760

OaklandMadrid

OAK - MAD

OAKMAD

Oakland

Sun 9/27

5:05 pm-6:20 am

2 stops28h 15m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 10/14

2:35 pm-11:56 pm

2 stops18h 21m

$760

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO - MAD

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Mon 8/31

4:45 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop17h 10m

Madrid Barajas

Sun 9/6

12:50 pm-2:40 pm

2 stops34h 50m

$766

Las VegasMadrid

LAS - MAD

LASMAD

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 9/29

2:19 pm-5:40 pm

2 stops18h 21m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 10/29

7:25 am-8:07 pm

2 stops20h 42m

$777

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO - MAD

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Wed 9/30

10:00 am-3:35 pm

2 stops20h 35m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 10/29

11:00 am-12:50 pm

1 stop33h 50m

$801

OaklandMadrid

OAK - MAD

OAKMAD

Oakland

Thu 10/1

5:05 pm-6:20 am

2 stops28h 15m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 10/16

2:35 pm-11:56 pm

2 stops18h 21m

$810

Las VegasMadrid

LAS - MAD

LASMAD

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 9/20

9:50 pm-6:20 am

1 stop23h 30m

Madrid Barajas

Sun 9/27

12:20 pm-10:46 pm

2 stops19h 26m

$826

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Best time to book a flight from California to Madrid

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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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Madrid (average of $328). Flying from California to Madrid in June is currently the most expensive (average of $614). 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 April 10, 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.

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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 43 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 15h 55m. TAP AIR PORTUGAL provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $576. 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?

    $200 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 Air Canada and United Airlines, with prices starting from $244 and $244, 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 Qatar Airways (74%), Alaska Airlines (74%) and Aer Lingus (74%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Madrid?

    While on average a flight from California to Madrid is generally $1,311, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $368. When looking at the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Madrid Barajas), you can expect to pay $527 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Madrid (average of $328). Flying from California to Madrid in June is currently the most expensive (average of $614). 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 April 10, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$166Average$984FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$323Average$506FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
ITA AirwaysCheapest$393Average$686FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Air CanadaCheapest$393Average$674FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
FinnairCheapest$412Average$817FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Aer LingusCheapest$424Average$949FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SWISSCheapest$429Average$630FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
British AirwaysCheapest$432Average$692FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$438Average$821FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
DeltaCheapest$438Average$715FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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