$344+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Madrid, Spain (MAD)
This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — MAD
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to MadridExplore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Madrid. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 17, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Madrid. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 17, 2026.
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/177:35 pm -
1 stop16h 50m
Fri 10/3010:20 am -
1 stop37h 25m
Deal found 9/14![TAP AIR PORTUGAL logo]()
$615
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/85:25 pm -
1 stop16h 05m
Sat 12/197:25 pm -
1 stop28h 30m
Deal found 9/13![British Airways logo]()
$637
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/86:00 am -
1 stop16h 45m
Sat 12/196:25 am -
2 stops22h 10m
Deal found 9/13![Brussels Airlines logo]()
$692
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 10/318:25 am -
1 stop14h 35m
Sun 11/156:05 am -
1 stop15h 30m
Deal found 9/17![United Airlines logo]()
$699
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 10/176:45 am -
1 stop16h 20m
Sat 10/245:55 am -
2 stops24h 52m
Deal found 9/17![United Airlines logo]()
$700
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/1911:25 am -
2 stops21h 25m
Fri 11/276:05 am -
1 stop15h 30m
Deal found 9/17![Lufthansa logo]()
$701
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 10/46:15 am -
2 stops17h 35m
Tue 10/205:55 am -
2 stops18h 26m
Deal found 9/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$703
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 10/3010:50 pm -
2 stops24h 10m
Sun 11/156:05 am -
1 stop15h 30m
Deal found 9/17![United Airlines logo]()
$704
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 10/2812:55 am -
2 stops22h 50m
Mon 11/166:05 am -
1 stop15h 30m
Deal found 9/17![United Airlines logo]()
$705
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/179:05 pm -
1 stop16h 25m
Fri 10/306:05 am -
2 stops20h 51m
Deal found 9/14![Lufthansa logo]()
$707
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Wed 10/216:47 am -
1 stop17h 18m
Thu 10/294:30 pm -
1 stop37h 29m
Deal found 9/17![British Airways logo]()
$708
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Thu 10/84:35 pm -
1 stop18h 30m
Fri 10/234:20 pm -
1 stop17h 47m
Deal found 9/17![British Airways logo]()
$711
Best flights from San Francisco to MadridDiscover carefully curated flight deals from San Francisco to Madrid that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 17, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San Francisco to Madrid that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 17, 2026.
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/75:25 pm -
1 stop14h 30m
Wed 6/95:30 pm -
1 stop29h 20m
Deal found 9/16![British Airways logo]()
$738
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/1911:44 am -
1 stop14h 46m
Tue 10/201:30 pm -
1 stop20h 35m
Deal found 9/17![JetBlue logo]()
$740
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 11/215:10 pm -
2 stops53h 50m
Fri 11/276:05 am -
1 stop15h 30m
Deal found 9/13![United Airlines logo]()
$760
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/63:21 pm -
2 stops22h 14m
Mon 10/121:25 pm -
2 stops28h 24m
Deal found 9/15![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$774
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/295:55 pm -
Nonstop11h 15m
Sat 10/1011:45 am -
1 stop21h 45m
Deal found 9/13![Finnair logo]()
$815
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 9/297:10 am -
1 stop14h 10m
Sat 10/102:35 pm -
1 stop29h 50m
Deal found 9/17![Delta logo]()
$828
This TAP AIR PORTUGAL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 TAP AIR PORTUGAL is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/214:35 pm -
1 stop17h 35m
Fri 10/307:40 am -
1 stop17h 25m
Deal found 9/17![TAP AIR PORTUGAL logo]()
$851
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Mon 1/186:00 am -
2 stops18h 30m
Fri 1/2211:15 am -
2 stops19h 19m
Deal found 9/13![United Airlines logo]()
$765
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Wed 9/304:40 pm -
1 stop31h 10m
Sat 10/105:55 am -
2 stops36h 24m
Deal found 9/14![United Airlines logo]()
$810
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 10/2110:51 pm -
1 stop24h 59m
Sun 10/256:05 am -
2 stops26h 01m
Deal found 9/16![United Airlines logo]()
$814
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/26:45 am -
2 stops20h 05m
Sun 10/258:35 am -
1 stop37h 00m
Deal found 9/15![United Airlines logo]()
$829
Last-minute flights from San Francisco to MadridDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to Madrid. Data last updated September 17, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to Madrid. Data last updated September 17, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 10/46:15 am -
2 stops17h 35m
Tue 10/205:55 am -
2 stops18h 26m
Deal found 9/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$703
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/64:20 pm -
1 stop20h 05m
Sun 10/184:20 pm -
1 stop30h 45m
Deal found 9/16![TAP AIR PORTUGAL logo]()
$716
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Thu 10/84:35 pm -
1 stop18h 30m
Fri 10/234:20 pm -
1 stop17h 47m
Deal found 9/17![British Airways logo]()
$711
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Fri 10/99:05 pm -
1 stop16h 25m
Sun 10/256:35 pm -
1 stop34h 00m
Deal found 9/17![Lufthansa logo]()
$715
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/177:35 pm -
1 stop16h 50m
Fri 10/3010:20 am -
1 stop37h 25m
Deal found 9/14![TAP AIR PORTUGAL logo]()
$615
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 10/176:45 am -
1 stop16h 20m
Sat 10/245:55 am -
2 stops24h 52m
Deal found 9/17![United Airlines logo]()
$700
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/179:05 pm -
1 stop16h 25m
Fri 10/306:05 am -
2 stops20h 51m
Deal found 9/14![Lufthansa logo]()
$707
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Wed 10/216:47 am -
1 stop17h 18m
Thu 10/294:30 pm -
1 stop37h 29m
Deal found 9/17![British Airways logo]()
$708
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 10/2812:55 am -
2 stops22h 50m
Mon 11/166:05 am -
1 stop15h 30m
Deal found 9/17![United Airlines logo]()
$705
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 10/3010:50 pm -
2 stops24h 10m
Sun 11/156:05 am -
1 stop15h 30m
Deal found 9/17![United Airlines logo]()
$704
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Fri 10/308:23 pm -
2 stops26h 37m
Mon 11/168:35 am -
2 stops21h 55m
Deal found 9/17![Air Canada logo]()
$712
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 10/318:25 am -
1 stop14h 35m
Sun 11/156:05 am -
1 stop15h 30m
Deal found 9/17![United Airlines logo]()
$699
One-way flights from San Francisco to MadridSearch for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Madrid. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 17, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Madrid. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 17, 2026.
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/42:39 pm -
1 stop35h 51m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/13![JetBlue logo]()
$344
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/75:25 pm -
1 stop14h 45m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/15![British Airways logo]()
$345
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/161:00 pm -
3 stops27h 15m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$347
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/198:58 am -
2 stops26h 02m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$348
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Thu 10/295:40 pm -
2 stops41h 15m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$349
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 1/311:51 pm -
2 stops33h 09m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/17![Air Canada logo]()
$350
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Tue 3/165:00 am -
2 stops20h 30m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/16![United Airlines logo]()
$351
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 12/129:10 pm -
1 stop25h 35m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/13![United Airlines logo]()
$352
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 11/33:05 pm -
1 stop17h 05m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/16![ITA Airways logo]()
$353
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 10/129:37 pm -
1 stop28h 53m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/16![JetBlue logo]()
$355
Find flight deals from San Francisco to Madrid
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 17, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $615 (Justfly.com) |
One-way from | $344 (FlightHub) |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $837 |
Good round-trip deal | $983 or less |
Good one-way deal | $528 or less |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated September 17, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Madrid that are best for you.
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Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
San FranciscoMadrid
SFO San Francisco - MAD Madrid Barajas
SFOMAD
San Francisco
Tue 11/10
5:25 pm-8:05 pm
1 stop17h 40m
Madrid Barajas
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$345
Quickest round-trip
San FranciscoMadrid
SFO San Francisco - MAD Madrid Barajas
SFOMAD
San Francisco
Mon 12/7
5:25 pm-5:10 pm
1 stop14h 45m
Madrid Barajas
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$345
San FranciscoMadrid
SFO San Francisco - MAD Madrid Barajas
SFOMAD
San Francisco
Sun 11/8
5:25 pm-5:15 pm
1 stop14h 50m
Madrid Barajas
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$345
San FranciscoMadrid
SFO San Francisco - MAD Madrid Barajas
SFOMAD
San Francisco
Sun 11/15
5:25 pm-5:15 pm
1 stop14h 50m
Madrid Barajas
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$345
San FranciscoMadrid
SFO San Francisco - MAD Madrid Barajas
SFOMAD
San Francisco
Sun 11/22
11:05 pm-7:20 am
1 stop23h 15m
Madrid Barajas
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$350
San FranciscoMadrid
SFO San Francisco - MAD Madrid Barajas
SFOMAD
San Francisco
Sun 11/22
11:59 pm-9:30 am
2 stops24h 31m
Madrid Barajas
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$351
San FranciscoMadrid
SFO San Francisco - MAD Madrid Barajas
SFOMAD
San Francisco
Tue 11/3
5:00 am-7:45 am
2 stops17h 45m
Madrid Barajas
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$351
San FranciscoMadrid
SFO San Francisco - MAD Madrid Barajas
SFOMAD
San Francisco
Wed 12/9
5:00 am-7:45 am
2 stops17h 45m
Madrid Barajas
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$351
San FranciscoMadrid
SFO San Francisco - MAD Madrid Barajas
SFOMAD
San Francisco
Tue 3/16
5:00 am-7:45 am
2 stops18h 45m
Madrid Barajas
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$351
San FranciscoMadrid
SFO San Francisco - MAD Madrid Barajas
SFOMAD
San Francisco
Sat 12/12
11:10 pm-9:30 am
2 stops25h 20m
Madrid Barajas
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$357
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Compare providers for flights from San Francisco 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 Francisco to Madrid in September.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*2 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
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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 61 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 $545). Flying from San Francisco to Madrid in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,258). 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 below average for this route at the moment.
San Francisco to Madrid flights typically cost between $701 and $1,010 in October.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $615 on TAP AIR PORTUGAL (Oct 17-Oct 30).
How often are flights from San Francisco to Madrid delayed?
About 21% of weekly flights between San Francisco and Madrid have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 178 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for San Francisco to Madrid flights?
Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Tuesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Francisco to Madrid flights?
Over the last year, Iberia have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 21% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top layover airport for flights from San Francisco to Madrid?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from San Francisco to Madrid chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
Lisbon (LIS) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of 1-stop itineraries from San Francisco to Madrid on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from San Francisco to Madrid?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from San Francisco to Madrid, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.
Munich (MUC) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $507.
What’s the fastest layover option from San Francisco to Madrid?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from San Francisco to Madrid, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Lisbon (LIS) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 15h 35m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from San Francisco to Madrid?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from San Francisco to Madrid, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Lisbon (LIS) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 2h 24m.
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 17, 2026.
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.
Boarding
7.7
Overall
7.4
Entertainment
7.1
Food
6.7
Comfort
7.3
Crew
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayThomas,Mar 2025
SFO - TPE
Boarding
7.7
Overall
7.4
Entertainment
7.1
Food
6.7
Comfort
7.3
Crew
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayThomas,Mar 2025
SFO - TPE
Boarding
7.7
Overall
7.4
Entertainment
7.1
Food
6.7
Comfort
7.3
Crew
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayThomas,Mar 2025
SFO - TPE
Boarding
7.7
Overall
7.4
Entertainment
7.1
Food
6.7
Comfort
7.3
Crew
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayThomas,Mar 2025
SFO - TPE
Boarding
7.7
Overall
7.4
Entertainment
7.1
Food
6.7
Comfort
7.3
Crew
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayThomas,Mar 2025
SFO - TPE
Boarding
7.7
Overall
7.4
Entertainment
7.1
Food
6.7
Comfort
7.3
Crew
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayThomas,Mar 2025
SFO - TPE
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Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated September 17, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$349 | Average$640 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time81% | |
| Cheapest$350 | Average$702 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$369 | Average$740 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time76% | |
| Cheapest$448 | Average$661 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time79% | |
| Cheapest$469 | Average$636 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$471 | Average$791 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$481 | Average$862 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time67% | |
| Cheapest$493 | Average$809 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time76% | |
| Cheapest$502 | Average$844 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$504 | Average$1,065 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |