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$350+ 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 7/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — MAD
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
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 51 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$722
(Air Canada)

One-way from

$350
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,108
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 June 12, 2025.

This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Sun 7/65:00 pmSAN - MAD
2 stops28h 40mAir Canada
Wed 7/2312:45 pmMAD - SAN
2 stops32h 12mAir Canada
Deal found 6/11$722
This Iberia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Iberia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/32:55 pmSAN - MAD
1 stop13h 30mIberia
Sat 10/187:00 amMAD - SAN
2 stops22h 08mIberia
Deal found 6/11$723
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Thu 7/31:55 pmSAN - MAD
1 stop17h 30mDelta
Thu 8/2112:20 pmMAD - SAN
2 stops19h 34mDelta
Deal found 6/12$724
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Thu 7/318:00 amSAN - MAD
1 stop16h 35mAir France
Thu 8/1412:40 pmMAD - SAN
1 stop20h 02mAir France
Deal found 6/12$732
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/309:55 pmSAN - MAD
1 stop24h 55mVirgin Atlantic
Thu 7/1712:40 pmMAD - SAN
1 stop20h 02mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 6/10$736
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Fri 8/110:30 pmSAN - MAD
2 stops23h 10mUnited Airlines
Fri 8/1510:50 amMAD - SAN
2 stops20h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12$737
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 7/88:10 amSAN - MAD
1 stop13h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/147:35 pmMAD - SAN
2 stops36h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$741
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/245:15 pmSAN - MAD
1 stop15h 20mLufthansa
Mon 11/36:35 pmMAD - SAN
1 stop30h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 6/9$750
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/147:50 pmSAN - MAD
1 stop14h 50mBritish Airways
Mon 7/219:15 pmMAD - SAN
2 stops27h 24mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/12$756
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Tue 7/14:00 pmSAN - MAD
2 stops17h 45mSWISS
Mon 8/187:35 pmMAD - SAN
2 stops31h 45mSWISS
Deal found 6/12$863

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 June 12, 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

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Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoMadrid

SAN - MAD

SANMAD

San Diego

Sun 7/6

5:00 pm-6:40 am

2 stops28h 40m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 7/23

12:45 pm-11:57 am

2 stops32h 12m

$722

San DiegoMadrid

SAN - MAD

SANMAD

San Diego

Thu 7/3

1:55 pm-4:25 pm

1 stop17h 30m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 8/21

12:20 pm-10:54 pm

2 stops19h 34m

$724

San DiegoMadrid

SAN - MAD

SANMAD

San Diego

Thu 7/31

8:00 am-9:35 am

1 stop16h 35m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 8/14

12:40 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop20h 02m

$732

San DiegoMadrid

SAN - MAD

SANMAD

San Diego

Mon 6/30

9:55 pm-7:50 am

1 stop24h 55m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 7/17

12:40 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop20h 02m

$736

San DiegoMadrid

SAN - MAD

SANMAD

San Diego

Fri 8/1

10:30 pm-6:40 am

2 stops23h 10m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 8/15

10:50 am-10:42 pm

2 stops20h 52m

$737

San DiegoMadrid

SAN - MAD

SANMAD

San Diego

Wed 8/20

12:25 pm-8:20 am

1 stop34h 55m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 12/31

7:25 am-3:45 pm

1 stop17h 20m

$740

San DiegoMadrid

SAN - MAD

SANMAD

San Diego

Thu 7/31

5:15 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop15h 20m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 8/18

6:20 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop30h 05m

$751

San DiegoMadrid

SAN - MAD

SANMAD

San Diego

Mon 7/14

7:50 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop14h 50m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 7/21

9:15 pm-3:39 pm

2 stops27h 24m

$756

San DiegoMadrid

SAN - MAD

SANMAD

San Diego

Sat 8/2

3:22 pm-9:05 am

1 stop32h 43m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 8/16

1:45 pm-9:16 pm

1 stop16h 31m

$758

San DiegoMadrid

SAN - MAD

SANMAD

San Diego

Tue 7/1

4:00 pm-6:45 pm

2 stops17h 45m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 8/18

7:35 pm-6:20 pm

2 stops31h 45m

$863

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Madrid

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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 June 9, 2025.

Booking 51 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 $1,057). 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 June 12, 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.

Rainfall in Madrid by month

Plan your trip to Madrid by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Madrid ranges from 0.4 - 2.4 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Madrid when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Madrid by month

Plan your trip to Madrid by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Madrid, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from San Diego to Madrid, see what other customers have to say about Delta, KLM and Air France. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

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.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,358 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

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.
Air France
7.5
Good
1,463 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

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.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,623 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

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.

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

    Flying on Air Canada is currently your cheapest option to Madrid, with prices starting at $722. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Iberia and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $723 and $724, respectively. Users have found that Air Canada is 16% 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 Air Canada, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $394. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and Air France, 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?

    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 Reunion Tower 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 Reunion Tower can do so by traveling 15.0 mi, 15.5 mi, and 15.6 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 $61.

  • 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 $44 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 $1,057). 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$437Average$897FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
IberiaCheapest$491Average$853FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$513Average$971FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$548Average$883FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air CanadaCheapest$562Average$995FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
British AirwaysCheapest$567Average$985FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LufthansaCheapest$600Average$893FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air FranceCheapest$624Average$912FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$624Average$824FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
United AirlinesCheapest$675Average$924FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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