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$332+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Madrid, Spain (MAD)

SFO — MAD
Dec 3 — Dec 101
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Madrid Barajas are usually found in February or March, booked 7 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Sunday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Madrid

Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Madrid

Mon 11/304:35 pm -
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Tue 12/153:15 pm -
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Deal found 11/1$640
Mon 11/304:35 pm -
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Deal found 11/1$641
Fri 11/277:15 pm -
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Mon 12/77:40 am -
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Deal found 11/2$644
Mon 11/94:35 pm -
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Tue 12/159:10 pm -
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Deal found 11/2$645
Fri 11/137:15 pm -
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Wed 12/97:40 am -
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Deal found 11/2$647
Mon 11/304:35 pm -
1 stop15h 35m
Mon 12/77:05 pm -
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Deal found 10/29$648
Mon 11/304:35 pm -
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Wed 12/97:40 am -
1 stop16h 05m
Deal found 11/2$649
Mon 11/94:35 pm -
1 stop21h 55m
Fri 12/117:40 am -
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Deal found 11/2$651
Sat 11/284:35 pm -
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Fri 12/117:40 am -
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Deal found 11/1$653
Mon 12/74:35 pm -
1 stop31h 55m
Sun 12/139:10 pm -
1 stop26h 15m
Deal found 10/29$654
Mon 11/304:35 pm -
1 stop15h 35m
Wed 1/137:25 pm -
1 stop28h 30m
Deal found 10/29$655

Find flight deals from San Francisco to Madrid

Most accurate provider

Ovago
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Ovago
3 stars

Round-trip from

$639
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$332
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$805

Good round-trip deal

$795 or less

Good one-way deal

$495 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Francisco-Madrid Barajas flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for San Francisco-Madrid Barajas flights.
From San Francisco to Madrid Barajas
One-way flight from San Francisco to Madrid Barajas
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 21% potential increase in price ($229 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($38 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Madrid Barajas.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from San Francisco to Madrid Barajas.

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San FranciscoMadrid

SFO San Francisco - MAD Madrid Barajas

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Sun 12/27

3:05 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop17h 05m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-3:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$369

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO San Francisco - MAD Madrid Barajas

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Sun 12/27

6:56 pm-8:00 am

2 stops28h 04m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-3:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$371

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO San Francisco - MAD Madrid Barajas

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Thu 12/3

3:05 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop17h 05m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-3:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$418

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO San Francisco - MAD Madrid Barajas

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Wed 12/23

11:59 pm-9:30 am

1 stop24h 31m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-3:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$421

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO San Francisco - MAD Madrid Barajas

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Fri 12/11

9:58 am-5:10 pm

2 stops22h 12m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-3:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$422

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO San Francisco - MAD Madrid Barajas

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Sat 11/14

7:00 am-11:10 am

1 stop19h 10m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-3:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$534

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO San Francisco - MAD Madrid Barajas

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Mon 11/23

11:59 pm-7:20 am

2 stops22h 21m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-3:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$537

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO San Francisco - MAD Madrid Barajas

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Sun 11/22

10:55 pm-9:30 am

2 stops25h 35m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-3:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$538

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO San Francisco - MAD Madrid Barajas

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Tue 11/17

12:55 am-7:45 am

2 stops21h 50m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-3:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$538

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO San Francisco - MAD Madrid Barajas

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Sat 12/12

10:35 pm-7:45 am

1 stop24h 10m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-3:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$538

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Compare providers for flights from San Francisco to Madrid

Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Madrid in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*1 star
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice 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 Francisco-Madrid flights, users find the pricing of Ovago to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Ovago Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Madrid flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Ovago >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Madrid flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Madrid flights, Cheapflights users trust Ovago the most. Ovago 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 Francisco-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 Francisco to Madrid

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Madrid from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Madrid

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Madrid, you should look to book at least 6 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Madrid (average of $585). Flying from San Francisco to Madrid in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,265). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Madrid?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.

San Francisco to Madrid flights typically cost between $616 and $990 in January.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $639 on TAP AIR PORTUGAL (Jan 8-May 29).

Reviews of airlines servicing Madrid

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines,TAP AIR PORTUGAL, andAmerican Airlines from San Francisco to Madrid by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

7.3

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

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??

Overall

7.3

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

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??

Overall

7.3

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

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??

Overall

7.3

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

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??

Overall

7.3

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

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??

Overall

7.3

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

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

  • How popular is this San Francisco to Madrid flight route?

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to Madrid?

    For as low as $780, TAP AIR PORTUGAL can have you in Madrid from San Francisco in 16h. Airlines will cover a distance of 5794 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Francisco to Madrid round-trip from $369. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are TAP AIR PORTUGAL, from $436, and Virgin Atlantic, from $455. Finnair is 57% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Francisco to Madrid are TAP AIR PORTUGAL ($293), Finnair ($318), and Air Canada ($321).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to Madrid?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from San Francisco to Madrid are American Airlines (67%), Qatar Airways (67%) and Alaska Airlines (67%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Madrid?

    The cheapest flight price from San Francisco to Madrid is $449. On average you can expect to pay $768. The most popular route, (San Francisco - Madrid Barajas), can usually be booked for $598.

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

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

    If you're on a layover in Lisbon and looking for things to do, consider visiting Chiado, Commerce Square, or Praça dos Restauradores. Travelers on a layover in Lisbon can visit Chiado, Commerce Square, and Praça dos Restauradores, by traveling 4.5 mi, 4.7 mi, and 4.2 mi, respectively after landing at Lisbon Humberto Delgado. Travelers can book a car rental at Lisbon Humberto Delgado for about $15 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

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

    The majority of London visitors spend their time at Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace, and Trafalgar Square. Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace, and Trafalgar Square can be visited by traveling about 12.5 mi, 13.7 mi, and 14.3 mi respectively from London Heathrow. Those looking to explore during their layover in London can rent a car from London Heathrow for about $27 per day.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a layover in Montreal?

    Montreal travelers tend to visit Centre Bell, Vieux-Port de Montréal, and Notre-Dame Basilica more than any other attractions. Centre Bell, Vieux-Port de Montréal, and Notre-Dame Basilica can be accessed by traveling approximately 9.1 mi, 10.0 mi, and 9.9 mi, respectively from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl. Travelers in need of a car in Montreal can rent one for about $46 per day.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Madrid (average of $585). Flying from San Francisco to Madrid in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,265). 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 Francisco to Madrid

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FinnairCheapest$369Average$740FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$436Average$732FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$455Average$717FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
British AirwaysCheapest$466Average$801FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$479Average$637FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air CanadaCheapest$481Average$892FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
ITA AirwaysCheapest$501Average$697FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
LufthansaCheapest$505Average$868FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$527Average$1,068FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
KLMCheapest$533Average$896FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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