Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Madrid (MAD)

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The best prices from San Francisco to Madrid are usually found in January or February, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

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How to find the cheapest flight from
San Francisco (SFO) to Madrid (MAD)

All the information you need to plan the best SFO to MAD flight in 2021: compare San Francisco to Madrid flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Madrid.
SFO - MAD
Price
$597 - $959
MAD
Temperature
51.8 - 91.4 °F
MAD
Rainfall
0.4 - 2.6 inches

Popular in

December

High demand for flights, 26% potential price rise

Cheapest in

January

Best time to find cheap flights, 15% potential price drop

Round-trip from

$597

From San Francisco to Madrid

One-way from

$302

One-way flight from San Francisco to Madrid

Flight route prices based on searches on Cheapflights within the last 3 days, monthly prices based on aggregated historical data.
What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Madrid?

Departing on a Monday is a good option for securing a great price. You can expect to save up to 44% when planning your travel around this day of the week.

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

Users have found that booking a flight from San Francisco to Madrid at least 24 days early can save you up to 24% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 24 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from San Francisco to Madrid for as little as $733 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as $936 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Madrid (SFO - MAD)?

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to Madrid in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 21% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap flights from San Francisco to Madrid in May, June 2021

The best prices found for SFO to MAD flights for May, June
22 Jun - 25 Jun
$456pp
SFO
San Francisco
Multiple Airlines
   
2 STOPS
MAD
Madrid Barajas
MAD
Madrid Barajas
Multiple Airlines
   
2 STOPS
SFO
San Francisco
1 Jun - 7 Jun
$460pp
SFO
San Francisco
Multiple Airlines
   
2 STOPS
MAD
Madrid Barajas
MAD
Madrid Barajas
Multiple Airlines
   
2 STOPS
SFO
San Francisco
26 Jun - 10 Jul
$461pp
SFO
San Francisco
Multiple Airlines
   
2 STOPS
MAD
Madrid Barajas
MAD
Madrid Barajas
Multiple Airlines
   
2 STOPS
SFO
San Francisco

San Francisco to Madrid 2021 flight deals

Cheap flights to Madrid from San Francisco found for this year
12 Aug - 18 Aug
$434pp
SFO
San Francisco
Multiple Airlines
   
2 STOPS
MAD
Madrid Barajas
MAD
Madrid Barajas
Multiple Airlines
   
2 STOPS
SFO
San Francisco
19 Aug - 25 Aug
$453pp
SFO
San Francisco
Multiple Airlines
   
2 STOPS
MAD
Madrid Barajas
MAD
Madrid Barajas
Multiple Airlines
   
2 STOPS
SFO
San Francisco
22 Jun - 25 Jun
$456pp
SFO
San Francisco
Multiple Airlines
   
2 STOPS
MAD
Madrid Barajas
MAD
Madrid Barajas
Multiple Airlines
   
2 STOPS
SFO
San Francisco

Last minute flights from San Francisco to Madrid

Late deals on round-trip flights to Madrid from San Francisco, departing today and this week
25 May - 4 Jun
$567pp
SFO
San Francisco
Multiple Airlines
   
2 STOPS
MAD
Madrid Barajas
MAD
Madrid Barajas
Multiple Airlines
   
2 STOPS
SFO
San Francisco
25 May - 4 Jun
$604pp
SFO
San Francisco
Multiple Airlines
   
2 STOPS
MAD
Madrid Barajas
MAD
Madrid Barajas
SWISS
 
1 STOP
SFO
San Francisco
24 May - 24 Jun
$620pp
SFO
San Francisco
Multiple Airlines
   
2 STOPS
MAD
Madrid Barajas
MAD
Madrid Barajas
Multiple Airlines
     
3 STOPS
SFO
San Francisco

One-way flights to Madrid from San Francisco

The cheapest one-way flights from San Francisco to Madrid
4:20 pm - 6:05 pm
Multiple Airlines
1 Stop
16h 45m
SFO - MAD
Multiple Airlines
$302
Kiwi.com
4:30 pm - 7:40 am
Multiple Airlines
1 Stop
30h 10m
SFO - MAD
Multiple Airlines
$313
Kiwi.com
4:20 pm - 4:40 am
Multiple Airlines
1 Stop
27h 20m
SFO - MAD
Multiple Airlines
$318
Kiwi.com

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Flight FAQs

From San Francisco to Madrid

Are flight prices decreasing from San Francisco to Madrid due to COVID-19 (coronavirus)?

At this time, Cheapflights has noticed price decreases for many domestic flights due to COVID-19. Travel is not necessarily recommended at this time, and flights may be prone to cancellation: please check with local authorities in both San Francisco and Madrid for travel alerts, and be sure to review the airline's cancellation policy and travel advisories before booking. For more information, please view our post on what to know about COVID-19 (coronavirus) and travel.

Which airlines flying from San Francisco to Madrid Barajas have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

Some of the carriers operating flights from San Francisco to Madrid Barajas that may be offering flexible cancellation policies are American Airlines, British Airways, and Iberia. Our site will let you filter for all airlines offering greater flexibility due to COVID-19.

Can I find flights from San Francisco to Madrid for under $500 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from San Francisco to Madrid for under $500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $434, but on average you can expect to pay $467.

Are there nonstop flights from San Francisco to Madrid for under $400 on Cheapflights?

There are no nonstop flights from San Francisco to Madrid, but Cheapflights can provide you with all the information you need to find the fastest route with the fewest stops.

Are there last-minute flights available from San Francisco to Madrid for under $600?

There are currently 20+ open flights from San Francisco to Madrid within the next 7 days for less than $600.

How popular is this flight route?

The San Francisco to Madrid Barajas flight path was viewed by 60 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

Does it rain more in San Francisco or Madrid?

When traveling, we recommend packing in preparation to handle common weather conditions. The rainfall in San Francisco is typically less than Madrid. We can gather that this will continue over the next 7 days.

Is San Francisco weather warmer or cooler than Madrid?

Temperatures around the 91 °F's can be experienced in July. The weather in Madrid is hotter than in San Francisco. Plan for potential changes in flight availability as peak weather approaches in this location.

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

For one-way options, check prices for Iberia. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $317.

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Destination information for Madrid

Things to know before you go - useful duration and weather info for your trip from San Francisco to Madrid.
Today's exchange rate
$1 = €0.83
Average temperature for May in Madrid
73.4 °F
Avg rainfall for May in Madrid
2.0 ″

Airports servicing San Francisco

San Francisco (SFO)

Airports servicing Madrid

Madrid (MAD)

Top 10 airlines flying from San Francisco to Madrid

The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from San Francisco to Madrid choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
Airline Cheapest Average Flexibility On-time COVID-19 safety
Norwegian 		$408 $566 No cancel fee 74%
Air Italy 		$635 $657 No cancel fee N/A

We couldn't confirm the COVID-19 safety measures taken by Air Italy. Please check directly on their website for additional information.
TAP AIR PORTUGAL 		$287 $677 No cancel fee N/A
Air France 		$495 $747 No cancel fee 77%
KLM 		$480 $809 No cancel fee 75%
Brussels Airlines 		$559 $873 No cancel fee N/A
Delta 		$469 $894 No cancel fee N/A
SWISS 		$490 $904 No cancel fee 79%
Lufthansa 		$563 $935 No cancel fee 76%
Air Canada 		$557 $944 No cancel fee 67%

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