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$269+ 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 1/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — MAD
Dec 16 — Dec 231
Tue 12/16
Tue 12/23
1 adult, Economy
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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 November 16, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/15. 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.
Mon 12/15:45 amSFO - MAD
2 stops19h 30mDelta
Wed 3/410:00 amMAD - SFO
1 stop22h 08mDelta
Deal found 11/15$470
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/15. 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.
Tue 12/210:30 amSFO - MAD
2 stops16h 00mDelta
Tue 12/96:00 amMAD - SFO
1 stop16h 25mDelta
Deal found 11/15$471
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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.
Mon 11/178:25 amSFO - MAD
1 stop17h 35mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/276:00 amMAD - SFO
1 stop18h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/14$472
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/15. 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 11/294:35 pmSFO - MAD
1 stop18h 45mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Fri 12/57:40 amMAD - SFO
1 stop17h 25mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 11/15$473
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 12/612:43 amSFO - MAD
2 stops22h 22mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/236:00 amMAD - SFO
1 stop15h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/13$474
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Wed 11/269:40 pmSFO - MAD
1 stop16h 55mLufthansa
Fri 12/57:25 amMAD - SFO
1 stop21h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 11/15$475
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/86:53 pmSFO - MAD
2 stops28h 07mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/157:35 pmMAD - SFO
1 stop29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/14$476
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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 11/1511:15 pmSFO - MAD
1 stop23h 50mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/265:55 amMAD - SFO
1 stop23h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/14$477
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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.
Mon 11/248:55 pmSFO - MAD
2 stops26h 05mAir Canada
Fri 12/51:35 pmMAD - SFO
1 stop16h 47mAir Canada
Deal found 11/14$478
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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 11/178:50 amSFO - MAD
2 stops17h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/265:55 amMAD - SFO
1 stop15h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/14$479
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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.
Tue 11/251:55 pmSFO - MAD
1 stop35h 20mDelta
Wed 12/31:05 pmMAD - SFO
1 stop31h 45mDelta
Deal found 11/14$480
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/15. 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.
Wed 12/33:35 pmSFO - MAD
2 stops18h 35mDelta
Tue 12/96:00 amMAD - SFO
2 stops18h 57mDelta
Deal found 11/15$481

Cheap flight deals from Salinas to Madrid

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Salinas to Madrid flight deals. Data was last updated November 16, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Gotogate
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Gotogate
3 stars

Round-trip from

$469
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$269
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$595
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($38 potential increase over avg. 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 November 16, 2025.
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 12/1

5:45 am-10:15 am

2 stops19h 30m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 3/4

10:00 am-11:08 pm

1 stop22h 08m

$470

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO - MAD

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Wed 2/11

7:00 am-12:10 pm

2 stops20h 10m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 2/25

11:15 am-7:56 pm

1 stop17h 41m

$470

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO - MAD

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Tue 12/2

3:35 pm-5:40 pm

2 stops17h 05m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 12/9

6:00 am-1:25 pm

1 stop16h 25m

$471

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO - MAD

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Wed 1/7

3:40 pm-5:40 pm

1 stop17h 00m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 1/14

6:00 am-10:57 pm

2 stops25h 57m

$476

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO - MAD

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Wed 12/3

6:30 am-8:00 am

2 stops16h 30m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 12/9

6:00 am-9:22 pm

2 stops24h 22m

$477

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO - MAD

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Sun 2/8

1:30 am-8:00 am

2 stops21h 30m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 2/27

1:45 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop15h 25m

$477

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO - MAD

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Wed 1/14

10:35 am-3:20 pm

2 stops19h 45m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 2/11

6:00 am-11:16 pm

2 stops26h 16m

$481

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO - MAD

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Mon 12/8

7:15 am-9:15 am

1 stop17h 00m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 12/15

11:15 am-11:20 pm

1 stop21h 05m

$488

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO - MAD

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Tue 1/13

3:40 pm-5:40 pm

1 stop17h 00m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 2/7

11:15 am-11:25 pm

1 stop21h 10m

$502

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO - MAD

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Sat 1/10

5:30 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop16h 00m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 1/17

4:25 pm-12:47 am

1 stop17h 22m

$530

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Best time to book a flight from Salinas to Madrid

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Cheapflights Insights

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 November 14, 2025.

Booking 61 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from S9N to MAD?

Find hourly flight availability from Salinas 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 November 16, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 34% on flights from Salinas to Madrid by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Salinas to Madrid flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings 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 November 16, 2025.
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
9,013 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

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
9,013 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,013 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

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
11,050 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,013 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

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
2,062 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,013 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

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
3,018 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,013 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

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
7,527 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,013 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

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, 3 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 $477, Delta can have you in Madrid from Salinas in 16h 30m. The distance from Salinas to Madrid is about 5794 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Salinas to Madrid on time: American Airlines (83%), Qatar Airways (83%), Alaska Airlines (83%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Salinas to Madrid?

    While on average a flight from Salinas to Madrid is generally $935, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $686. When looking at the most popular route, (San Francisco - Madrid Barajas), you can expect to pay $328 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 November 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$330Average$443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$395Average$856FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
FinnairCheapest$412Average$1,324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air CanadaCheapest$413Average$710FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
British AirwaysCheapest$445Average$700FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$446Average$715FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SWISSCheapest$449Average$690FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
KLMCheapest$449Average$669FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
LufthansaCheapest$472Average$871FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$480Average$674FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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