Madrid

$238+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) 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 4/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — MAD
Feb 25 — Mar 41
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Madrid

Cheapest flights from San Diego to Madrid
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Madrid. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 26, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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.
Tue 3/176:35 pm
SAN
-
MAD
1 stop21h 00m
Lufthansa
Tue 3/247:25 am
MAD
-
SAN
1 stop17h 20m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/23$444
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/106:35 pm
SAN
-
MAD
1 stop21h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/179:05 am
MAD
-
SAN
2 stops34h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/25$465
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/35:35 pm
SAN
-
MAD
1 stop15h 15m
Lufthansa
Wed 3/187:25 am
MAD
-
SAN
1 stop17h 20m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/24$468
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/256:30 am
SAN
-
MAD
2 stops17h 45m
United Airlines
Tue 3/1712:40 pm
MAD
-
SAN
2 stops34h 59m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/25$469
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/255:35 pm
SAN
-
MAD
1 stop15h 15m
Lufthansa
Thu 3/57:25 am
MAD
-
SAN
1 stop17h 20m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/26$471
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/1011:03 am
SAN
-
MAD
2 stops28h 32m
Lufthansa
Wed 3/257:25 am
MAD
-
SAN
1 stop17h 20m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/26$472
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/46:30 am
SAN
-
MAD
2 stops16h 30m
Air Canada
Wed 3/1112:40 pm
MAD
-
SAN
2 stops42h 00m
Air Canada
Deal found 1/24$473
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/255:35 pm
SAN
-
MAD
1 stop15h 15m
Lufthansa
Tue 3/179:05 am
MAD
-
SAN
2 stops19h 58m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/24$475
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/275:35 pm
SAN
-
MAD
1 stop21h 00m
Lufthansa
Mon 3/96:00 am
MAD
-
SAN
2 stops22h 53m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/24$476
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/275:35 pm
SAN
-
MAD
1 stop21h 00m
Lufthansa
Sat 3/147:25 am
MAD
-
SAN
2 stops24h 49m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/24$477
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/143:21 pm
SAN
-
MAD
2 stops19h 44m
British Airways
Mon 4/2010:35 am
MAD
-
SAN
1 stop37h 20m
British Airways
Deal found 1/25$478
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/275:35 pm
SAN
-
MAD
1 stop21h 00m
Lufthansa
Tue 3/109:05 am
MAD
-
SAN
2 stops19h 58m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/26$479

Find flight deals from San Diego to Madrid

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) 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 January 26, 2026.

Most accurate provider

oojo
3 stars

Most trusted provider

oojo
3 stars

Round-trip from

$444
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$238
(Virgin Atlantic)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$632
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Diego-Madrid Barajas flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for San Diego-Madrid Barajas flights.
From San Diego to Madrid Barajas
One-way flight from San Diego to Madrid Barajas
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 23% potential increase in price ($235 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($34 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 January 26, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Madrid that are best for you.

Fly from

San Diego

Fly to

Madrid

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoMadrid

SAN - MAD

SANMAD

San Diego

Mon 3/2

7:50 pm-8:00 am

3 stops27h 10m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 3/10

12:40 pm-6:33 pm

3 stops37h 53m

$473

San DiegoMadrid

SAN - MAD

SANMAD

San Diego

Tue 4/14

6:15 am-12:15 pm

1 stop21h 00m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 4/29

1:05 pm-11:50 am

1 stop31h 45m

$477

San DiegoMadrid

SAN - MAD

SANMAD

San Diego

Tue 4/14

7:00 am-9:55 am

1 stop17h 55m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 4/28

6:00 am-11:50 am

1 stop14h 50m

$482

San DiegoMadrid

SAN - MAD

SANMAD

San Diego

Tue 3/10

7:00 am-7:00 am

1 stop16h 00m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 3/24

6:00 am-1:05 pm

1 stop15h 05m

$483

San DiegoMadrid

SAN - MAD

SANMAD

San Diego

Wed 2/25

6:30 am-9:15 am

2 stops17h 45m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 3/5

6:00 am-7:48 pm

2 stops22h 48m

$485

San DiegoMadrid

SAN - MAD

SANMAD

San Diego

Tue 3/10

6:20 am-7:00 am

2 stops16h 40m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 3/24

6:00 am-1:05 pm

1 stop15h 05m

$487

San DiegoMadrid

SAN - MAD

SANMAD

San Diego

Thu 3/12

3:00 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop20h 40m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 3/18

8:30 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop24h 35m

$488

San DiegoMadrid

SAN - MAD

SANMAD

San Diego

Sat 2/28

2:00 pm-10:15 am

1 stop35h 15m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 3/6

1:05 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop32h 00m

$488

San DiegoMadrid

SAN - MAD

SANMAD

San Diego

Wed 3/11

11:57 am-8:15 pm

2 stops24h 18m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 3/18

12:40 pm-10:40 pm

2 stops42h 00m

$489

San DiegoMadrid

SAN - MAD

SANMAD

San Diego

Wed 4/15

6:20 am-9:00 am

2 stops17h 40m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 4/29

11:15 am-8:46 pm

1 stop18h 31m

$494

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 1/23

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Compare providers for flights from San Diego 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 San Diego to Madrid in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JetabroadPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
oojoPrice Accuracy3 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 San Diego-Madrid flights, users find the pricing of oojo to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. oojo Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Madrid flight deals on Cheapflights vs. oojo >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Madrid flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Madrid flights, Cheapflights users trust oojo the most. oojo 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 San Diego-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 San Diego to Madrid

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Madrid. Price data was last updated on January 23, 2026.

Booking 2 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Diego 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 San Diego to Madrid?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Madrid (average of $427). Flying from San Diego to Madrid in June is currently the most expensive (average of $882). 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.

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 January 26, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, American Airlines, and Air Canada from San Diego to Madrid. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego 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 San Diego to Madrid?

    Departing from San Diego to Madrid will take you 21h. There are 5839 mi between San Diego and Madrid. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Flying on Virgin Atlantic is currently your cheapest option to Madrid, with prices starting at $438. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and Air France, with the lowest prices starting at $438 and $463, respectively. Users have found that Virgin Atlantic is 42% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $244. However, be on the lookout for offers from British Airways and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from San Diego to Madrid for a low price.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Diego to Madrid?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in London?

    Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace, and Piccadilly Circus are currently the most popular points of interest in London at the moment. Those on a layover in London interested in visiting Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace, or Piccadilly Circus can do so by traveling 12.5 mi, 13.7 mi, and 14.1 mi, respectively from London Heathrow. Those on a layover in London in need of a rental car can book one at London Heathrow for about $32.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Dallas?

    If you're on a layover in Dallas and looking for things to do, consider visiting American Airlines Center, Dallas World Aquarium, or Reunion Tower. American Airlines Center, Dallas World Aquarium, and Reunion Tower can be visited by traveling about 15.0 mi, 15.5 mi, and 15.6 mi respectively from Dallas/Fort Worth. Those looking to explore during their layover in Dallas can rent a car from Dallas/Fort Worth for about $51 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Diego to Madrid flights?

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Madrid?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego 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 San Diego to Madrid?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Madrid (average of $427). Flying from San Diego to Madrid in June is currently the most expensive (average of $882). 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 San Diego to Madrid

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 January 26, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$438Average$794FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
DeltaCheapest$438Average$853FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air FranceCheapest$463Average$880FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$463Average$700FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
LufthansaCheapest$464Average$666FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
IberiaCheapest$465Average$796FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$486Average$888FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Air CanadaCheapest$523Average$950FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
FinnairCheapest$526Average$946FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$563Average$875FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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