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$327+ Cheap flights from Salinas, CA, CA 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 5/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — MAD
Mar 7 — Mar 141
Sat 3/7
Sat 3/14
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Salinas to Madrid Barajas are usually found in October or February, booked 67 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Salinas to Madrid. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 5, 2026.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 3/54:40 pm
SFO
-
MAD
1 stop14h 30m
Scandinavian Airlines
Thu 3/125:00 pm
MAD
-
SFO
1 stop30h 35m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 2/3$474
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Mon 2/164:35 pm
SFO
-
MAD
1 stop21h 55m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sat 2/287:40 am
MAD
-
SFO
1 stop16h 05m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 2/3$475
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/164:35 pm
SFO
-
MAD
1 stop15h 35m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Mon 3/27:40 am
MAD
-
SFO
1 stop15h 55m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 2/5$476
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 2/164:35 pm
SFO
-
MAD
1 stop21h 55m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sun 3/19:10 pm
MAD
-
SFO
1 stop26h 25m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 2/3$477
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 4/213:15 pm
SFO
-
MAD
1 stop23h 55m
ITA Airways
Tue 4/285:55 am
MAD
-
SFO
1 stop16h 20m
ITA Airways
Deal found 2/3$479
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Mon 3/234:05 pm
SFO
-
MAD
1 stop23h 54m
ITA Airways
Mon 4/611:35 am
MAD
-
SFO
1 stop34h 40m
ITA Airways
Deal found 2/1$480
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Wed 2/259:24 am
SFO
-
MAD
2 stops22h 46m
ITA Airways
Wed 3/46:00 pm
MAD
-
SFO
2 stops32h 05m
ITA Airways
Deal found 2/2$481
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 3/53:05 pm
SFO
-
MAD
1 stop34h 45m
ITA Airways
Tue 3/1011:40 am
MAD
-
SFO
2 stops39h 22m
ITA Airways
Deal found 2/3$482
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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.
Mon 3/94:05 pm
SFO
-
MAD
1 stop17h 05m
ITA Airways
Mon 3/166:00 pm
MAD
-
SFO
2 stops35h 20m
ITA Airways
Deal found 2/3$483
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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.
Sat 4/184:45 pm
SFO
-
MAD
1 stop16h 00m
Scandinavian Airlines
Sun 4/266:35 pm
MAD
-
SFO
1 stop29h 05m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 2/3$484
This TAP AIR PORTUGAL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 TAP AIR PORTUGAL is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/94:35 pm
SFO
-
MAD
1 stop15h 35m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Mon 3/237:40 am
MAD
-
SFO
1 stop15h 55m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 2/3$486

Find flight deals from Salinas to Madrid

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Salinas to Madrid flight deals. Data was last updated February 5, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$474
(oojo)

One-way from

$327
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$546
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($32 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($37 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Salinas 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 February 5, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Salinas to Madrid that are best for you.

Fly from

Salinas

Fly to

Madrid

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO - MAD

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Mon 2/9

4:35 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop15h 35m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 3/23

7:40 am-3:35 pm

1 stop15h 55m

$483

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO - MAD

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Thu 4/16

4:45 pm-5:40 pm

1 stop15h 55m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 5/21

12:00 pm-2:40 pm

2 stops35h 40m

$500

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO - MAD

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Mon 3/16

4:05 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop17h 05m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 4/8

5:55 am-1:15 pm

1 stop16h 20m

$514

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO - MAD

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Wed 3/4

8:25 am-8:00 am

1 stop14h 35m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 4/22

12:45 pm-2:52 pm

2 stops35h 07m

$519

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO - MAD

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Tue 3/3

8:30 am-9:15 am

1 stop15h 45m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 3/10

12:40 pm-12:16 am

2 stops43h 36m

$521

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO - MAD

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Wed 4/22

3:15 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop16h 55m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 4/27

5:55 am-5:12 pm

2 stops20h 17m

$524

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO - MAD

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Mon 2/23

4:35 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop21h 55m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 2/27

7:40 am-4:05 pm

1 stop17h 25m

$526

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO - MAD

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Mon 4/20

7:25 am-9:55 am

1 stop17h 30m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 4/29

6:00 am-11:45 am

1 stop14h 45m

$533

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO - MAD

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Mon 4/20

7:25 am-9:55 am

1 stop17h 30m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 4/27

8:30 pm-11:45 am

1 stop24h 15m

$533

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO - MAD

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Tue 3/17

7:00 am-7:00 am

1 stop16h 00m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 4/7

5:20 pm-11:45 am

1 stop27h 25m

$533

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Salinas to Madrid

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Salinas to Madrid. Price data was last updated on January 30, 2026.

Booking 67 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Salinas to Madrid. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Madrid (average of $328). Flying from Salinas to Madrid in June is currently the most expensive (average of $628). 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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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 February 5, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines, American Airlines, and TAP AIR PORTUGAL from Salinas to Madrid have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,241 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

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
9,241 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,241 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

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
11,239 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,241 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

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??
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
7.1
Good
2,135 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,241 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

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
3,104 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,241 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

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
7,716 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,241 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

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 Salinas 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 Salinas?

    Madrid Barajas (MAD) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Salinas to Madrid. You should not have trouble finding flights to Barajas from Salinas; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Salinas per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 20 airlines have flights to the Madrid airport from Salinas. It is only a 8.5 mi journey from Barajas (MAD) to Madrid’s city center.

  • How popular is this Salinas to Madrid flight route?

    Within the past month, 5 users have taken a look at flights from Salinas to Madrid Barajas.

  • How long is the flight from Salinas to Madrid?

    For as low as $483, TAP AIR PORTUGAL can have you in Madrid from Salinas in 15h 35m. The distance from Salinas to Madrid is about 5794 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is TAP AIR PORTUGAL, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $204. However, be on the lookout for offers from ITA Airways and Brussels Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Salinas to Madrid for a low price.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Salinas to Madrid?

    While on average a flight from Salinas to Madrid is generally $1,395, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $318. When looking at the most popular route, (San Francisco - Madrid Barajas), you can expect to pay $437 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Madrid (average of $328). Flying from Salinas to Madrid in June is currently the most expensive (average of $628). 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 Salinas to Madrid

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Salinas 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 February 5, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$327Average$467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$395Average$856FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
FinnairCheapest$412Average$670FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air CanadaCheapest$415Average$699FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Aer LingusCheapest$424Average$1,071FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$432Average$651FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
SWISSCheapest$448Average$667FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
KLMCheapest$458Average$689FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$460Average$709FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$469Average$583FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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