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$394+ Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) 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 2/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — MAD
dic. 18 — dic. 251
jue. 12/18
jue. 12/25
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sacramento Intl to Madrid Barajas are usually found in August or October, booked 36 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

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Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Madrid
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Madrid. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on noviembre 18, 2025.

This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/27:00 amSMF - MAD
1 stop17h 15mVirgin Atlantic
mar. 12/910:00 amMAD - SMF
2 stops22h 47mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 11/16$443
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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.
mar. 12/27:00 amSMF - MAD
1 stop17h 15mKLM
mar. 12/96:00 amMAD - SMF
2 stops20h 51mKLM
Deal found 11/17$463
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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.
mar. 12/210:00 amSMF - MAD
2 stops16h 30mMultiple Airlines
mar. 12/97:05 amMAD - SMF
2 stops20h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/17$482
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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.
mar. 12/25:30 amSMF - MAD
3 stops41h 30mUnited Airlines
mar. 12/99:05 amMAD - SMF
2 stops19h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/17$487
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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.
dom. 12/77:00 amSMF - MAD
1 stop16h 05mUnited Airlines
dom. 12/1411:05 amMAD - SMF
2 stops31h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/17$493
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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.
dom. 12/77:00 amSMF - MAD
1 stop17h 15mDelta
dom. 12/146:00 amMAD - SMF
2 stops25h 59mDelta
Deal found 11/16$513
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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.
dom. 12/711:08 amSMF - MAD
1 stop13h 17mMultiple Airlines
dom. 12/141:00 pmMAD - SMF
1 stop17h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/16$538
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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.
mar. 12/28:15 amSMF - MAD
1 stop16h 10mIberia
lun. 12/812:55 amMAD - SMF
1 stop21h 47mIberia
Deal found 11/17$582
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/24:30 pmSMF - MAD
2 stops17h 40mBritish Airways
lun. 12/812:55 amMAD - SMF
1 stop24h 44mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/16$584

Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Madrid

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) to Madrid (MAD). 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 noviembre 18, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Gurufare
3 stars

Round-trip from

$443
(KLM)

One-way from

$394
(Air Canada)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$674
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From Sacramento Intl to Madrid Barajas
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One-way flight from Sacramento Intl to Madrid Barajas
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 26% potential increase in price ($330 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($46 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento 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 noviembre 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Madrid that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

SacramentoMadrid

SMF - MAD

SMFMAD

Sacramento Intl

mar. 12/2

6:00 am-9:15 am

2 stops18h 15m

Madrid Barajas

mar. 12/9

10:00 am-11:47 pm

2 stops22h 47m

$443

SacramentoMadrid

SMF - MAD

SMFMAD

Sacramento Intl

mar. 12/2

7:00 am-9:15 am

1 stop17h 15m

Madrid Barajas

mar. 12/9

10:00 am-11:47 pm

2 stops22h 47m

$443

SacramentoMadrid

SMF - MAD

SMFMAD

Sacramento Intl

mar. 1/27

12:30 pm-9:15 am

1 stop35h 45m

Madrid Barajas

mar. 2/10

11:15 am-11:16 pm

1 stop21h 01m

$443

SacramentoMadrid

SMF - MAD

SMFMAD

Sacramento Intl

dom. 1/11

12:30 pm-8:00 am

2 stops34h 30m

Madrid Barajas

vie. 1/30

1:35 pm-11:55 am

2 stops31h 20m

$461

SacramentoMadrid

SMF - MAD

SMFMAD

Sacramento Intl

mar. 12/2

7:00 am-9:15 am

1 stop17h 15m

Madrid Barajas

mar. 12/9

6:00 am-5:51 pm

2 stops20h 51m

$463

SacramentoMadrid

SMF - MAD

SMFMAD

Sacramento Intl

dom. 1/11

8:00 am-9:25 am

1 stop16h 25m

Madrid Barajas

vie. 1/30

1:00 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop19h 30m

$483

SacramentoMadrid

SMF - MAD

SMFMAD

Sacramento Intl

mar. 12/2

5:30 am-8:00 am

3 stops41h 30m

Madrid Barajas

mar. 12/9

9:05 am-7:40 pm

2 stops19h 35m

$487

SacramentoMadrid

SMF - MAD

SMFMAD

Sacramento Intl

dom. 12/7

5:00 am-8:05 am

2 stops18h 05m

Madrid Barajas

dom. 12/14

11:05 am-10:04 am

2 stops31h 59m

$493

SacramentoMadrid

SMF - MAD

SMFMAD

Sacramento Intl

dom. 12/7

7:00 am-9:15 am

1 stop17h 15m

Madrid Barajas

dom. 12/14

6:00 am-10:59 pm

2 stops25h 59m

$513

SacramentoMadrid

SMF - MAD

SMFMAD

Sacramento Intl

dom. 12/7

11:08 am-9:25 am

1 stop13h 17m

Madrid Barajas

dom. 12/14

1:00 pm-9:21 pm

1 stop17h 21m

$538

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Deals found on 11/17

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Compare providers for flights from Sacramento to Madrid

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 Sacramento to Madrid in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GurufarePrice Accuracy2 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 Sacramento-Madrid flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Sacramento-Madrid flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sacramento-Madrid flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Madrid flights, Cheapflights users trust Gurufare the most. Gurufare 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 Sacramento-Madrid 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 Sacramento to Madrid

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Sacramento to Madrid. Price data was last updated on November 14, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Sacramento to Madrid, you should look to book at least 36 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 Sacramento to Madrid?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Madrid (average of $328). Flying from Sacramento to Madrid in June is currently the most expensive (average of $706). 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 SMF to MAD?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento 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 noviembre 18, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Sacramento to Madrid in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 28% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Sacramento to Madrid?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Sacramento to Madrid. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Sacramento to Madrid flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 noviembre 18, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines, American Airlines, and Air Canada from Sacramento to Madrid by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,015 reviews

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,015 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,015 reviews

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,047 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,015 reviews

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,459 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,015 reviews

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
Iberia
7.0
Good
3,020 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,015 reviews

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,528 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,015 reviews

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Sacramento to Madrid?

    A quick flight from Sacramento to Madrid can take about 17h 15m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $443. The distance from Sacramento to Madrid is about 5710 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Sacramento to Madrid round-trip from $499. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Iberia, from $541, and United Airlines, from $541. British Airways is 44% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Madrid (average of $328). Flying from Sacramento to Madrid in June is currently the most expensive (average of $706). 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 5 airlines flying from Sacramento to Madrid

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento 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 noviembre 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$499Average$803FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
IberiaCheapest$541Average$737FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$541Average$801FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air CanadaCheapest$559Average$633FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
American AirlinesCheapest$626Average$1,027FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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