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$273+ 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 11/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — MAD
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Diego to Madrid Barajas are usually found in November or February, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap 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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$495
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$273
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$804
From San Diego to Madrid Barajas
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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 September 11, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/216:22 amSAN - MAD
1 stop18h 13mBritish Airways
Fri 10/31:45 pmMAD - SAN
1 stop16h 58mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/11$495
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Wed 11/126:00 pmSAN - MAD
1 stop17h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/1911:35 amMAD - SAN
1 stop18h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$497
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/219:45 pmSAN - MAD
1 stop25h 20mUnited Airlines
Fri 10/310:50 amMAD - SAN
1 stop17h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/11$498
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 11/125:35 pmSAN - MAD
1 stop21h 00mLufthansa
Wed 11/197:25 amMAD - SAN
2 stops19h 04mLufthansa
Deal found 9/11$500
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Sun 10/55:15 pmSAN - MAD
1 stop20h 10mLufthansa
Fri 10/317:25 amMAD - SAN
2 stops24h 48mLufthansa
Deal found 9/10$501
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/37:50 pmSAN - MAD
3 stops27h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/106:35 pmMAD - SAN
1 stop30h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$502
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Tue 9/307:00 amSAN - MAD
1 stop15h 50mAir France
Wed 10/812:40 pmMAD - SAN
1 stop20h 07mAir France
Deal found 9/11$503
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Mon 12/2910:45 pmSAN - MAD
2 stops24h 15mAir Canada
Tue 1/131:35 pmMAD - SAN
2 stops31h 13mAir Canada
Deal found 9/11$504
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/235:56 pmSAN - MAD
2 stops19h 29mLufthansa
Thu 10/211:15 amMAD - SAN
2 stops22h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 9/10$505
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 10/2211:08 amSAN - MAD
2 stops26h 17mLufthansa
Tue 10/2812:00 pmMAD - SAN
2 stops20h 13mLufthansa
Deal found 9/11$506
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 9/2210:15 pmSAN - MAD
2 stops24h 35mDelta
Fri 10/312:40 pmMAD - SAN
2 stops19h 44mDelta
Deal found 9/11$508

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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 September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Madrid that are best for you.

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San Diego

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Madrid

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoMadrid

SAN - MAD

SANMAD

San Diego

Wed 11/26

7:50 pm-8:00 am

3 stops27h 10m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 12/4

1:35 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops17h 55m

$527

San DiegoMadrid

SAN - MAD

SANMAD

San Diego

Wed 9/24

9:59 am-3:35 pm

2 stops20h 36m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 10/2

12:40 pm-11:24 pm

2 stops19h 44m

$527

San DiegoMadrid

SAN - MAD

SANMAD

San Diego

Mon 10/6

11:00 am-9:35 am

1 stop13h 35m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 10/13

8:25 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop24h 35m

$531

San DiegoMadrid

SAN - MAD

SANMAD

San Diego

Mon 9/22

10:15 pm-7:50 am

2 stops24h 35m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 9/30

10:05 am-10:59 pm

2 stops21h 54m

$532

San DiegoMadrid

SAN - MAD

SANMAD

San Diego

Fri 10/3

8:39 pm-6:40 am

2 stops49h 01m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 10/18

12:30 pm-11:31 am

1 stop32h 01m

$534

San DiegoMadrid

SAN - MAD

SANMAD

San Diego

Wed 12/3

5:35 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop15h 15m

Madrid Barajas

Sun 12/7

7:25 am-3:45 pm

1 stop17h 20m

$542

San DiegoMadrid

SAN - MAD

SANMAD

San Diego

Wed 10/22

4:07 pm-6:40 am

3 stops29h 33m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 11/10

1:35 pm-10:29 pm

2 stops17h 54m

$577

San DiegoMadrid

SAN - MAD

SANMAD

San Diego

Wed 11/19

12:43 pm-8:15 pm

2 stops22h 32m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 11/28

1:35 pm-12:13 am

2 stops19h 38m

$577

San DiegoMadrid

SAN - MAD

SANMAD

San Diego

Mon 10/6

10:30 pm-6:40 am

2 stops23h 10m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 10/13

12:45 pm-10:27 am

2 stops30h 42m

$577

San DiegoMadrid

SAN - MAD

SANMAD

San Diego

Wed 9/17

2:21 pm-6:40 am

2 stops31h 19m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 10/1

11:15 am-8:19 pm

1 stop18h 04m

$582

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Madrid

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Cheapflights Insights

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 August 29, 2025.

Booking 60 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Madrid (average of $543). Flying from San Diego to Madrid in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,054). 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 SAN to MAD?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 September 11, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Diego to Madrid at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 20% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Madrid?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Madrid flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday 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 September 11, 2025.
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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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.
Iberia
7.0
Good
2,929 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,361 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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 13h 35m. 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 Delta is currently your cheapest option to Madrid, with prices starting at $455. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Iberia and KLM, with the lowest prices starting at $491 and $513, respectively. Users have found that Delta is 46% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    Of the flights from San Diego to Madrid that have layovers, most of them stop in Dallas. London follows Dallas in terms of the most common layover location on San Diego to Madrid flights.

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

    American Airlines Center, Dallas World Aquarium, and Dos Equis Pavilion are currently the most popular points of interest in Dallas at the moment. Those on a layover in Dallas interested in visiting American Airlines Center, Dallas World Aquarium, or Dos Equis Pavilion can do so by traveling 15.0 mi, 15.5 mi, and 18.3 mi, respectively from Dallas/Fort Worth. Those on a layover in Dallas in need of a rental car can book one at Dallas/Fort Worth for about $50.

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

    If you're on a layover in London and looking for things to do, consider visiting Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace, or Piccadilly Circus. Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace, and Piccadilly Circus can be visited by traveling about 12.5 mi, 13.7 mi, and 14.1 mi respectively from London Heathrow. Those looking to explore during their layover in London can rent a car from London Heathrow for about $41 per day.

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

    Flights departing from San Diego and landing in Madrid layover in Philadelphia least frequently.

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Madrid (average of $543). Flying from San Diego to Madrid in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,054). 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$455Average$883FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
IberiaCheapest$491Average$845FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$513Average$819FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air CanadaCheapest$523Average$957FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
British AirwaysCheapest$575Average$968FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$608Average$890FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$622Average$900FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air FranceCheapest$624Average$1,035FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$624Average$824FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
LufthansaCheapest$624Average$814FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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