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Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Madrid (MAD) from $640

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 12/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
SBA — MAD
May 14 — May 211
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to Madrid

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) 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 May 9, 2024.

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December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,352

Round-trip from

$562
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Santa Barbara to Madrid?

It’s generally more expensive to depart on a Sunday, if you have to leave on this day you can still search on Cheapflights to find great options that meet your needs.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Santa Barbara to Madrid?

To save up to 53% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 17 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Santa Barbara to Madrid from $798 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $1,022 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Barbara to Madrid?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in June. For low rates, January can be a great choice for travel to Madrid. Flights to Madrid from Santa Barbara in January are about $896 on average during January, but can be found for as low as $428.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Santa Barbara to Madrid (SBA - MAD)?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Santa Barbara to Madrid as you normally would.

Cheap American Airlines flights from Santa Barbara to Madrid

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by American Airlines for the route between Santa Barbara and Madrid. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,338 searches. Data last updated May 9, 2024.
Consider these cheap American Airlines flights we've found departing from Santa Barbara to Madrid. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria
Mon 7/2912:12 pmSBA - MAD
1 stop17h 13mAmerican Airlines
Thu 8/1512:20 pmMAD - SBA
1 stop17h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/8$1,244
Mon 7/296:25 amSBA - MAD
2 stops22h 30mAmerican Airlines
Thu 8/1512:20 pmMAD - SBA
2 stops19h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/8$1,247
Thu 6/612:15 pmSBA - MAD
1 stop17h 10mAmerican Airlines
Thu 6/139:20 amMAD - SBA
1 stop20h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/7$1,479
Thu 6/66:25 amSBA - MAD
2 stops15h 15mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/1112:20 pmMAD - SBA
2 stops19h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/8$1,482
Thu 6/612:15 pmSBA - MAD
1 stop17h 10mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/1012:20 pmMAD - SBA
1 stop17h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/8$1,529
Thu 6/65:10 amSBA - MAD
1 stop18h 55mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/1012:20 pmMAD - SBA
2 stops19h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/8$1,532

Cheap Air Canada flights from Santa Barbara to Madrid

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air Canada for the route between Santa Barbara and Madrid. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,338 searches. Data last updated May 9, 2024.
Some of the best deals we've found on Air Canada flights traveling from Santa Barbara to Madrid. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
Tue 10/156:15 amSBA - MAD
3 stops20h 00mAir Canada
Mon 10/287:40 amMAD - SBA
3 stops24h 14mAir Canada
Deal found 5/8$1,421
Thu 6/66:00 amSBA - MAD
2 stops42h 20mAir Canada
Thu 6/1312:15 pmMAD - SBA
2 stops44h 59mAir Canada
Deal found 5/7$1,478
Thu 6/68:44 pmSBA - MAD
3 stops27h 36mAir Canada
Tue 6/1112:45 pmMAD - SBA
3 stops40h 06mAir Canada
Deal found 5/8$1,495
Mon 7/296:30 amSBA - MAD
3 stops19h 45mAir Canada
Thu 8/159:00 amMAD - SBA
3 stops23h 59mAir Canada
Deal found 5/9$1,503
Mon 7/296:30 amSBA - MAD
3 stops19h 45mAir Canada
Thu 8/159:00 amMAD - SBA
3 stops23h 59mAir Canada
Deal found 5/8$1,705

Cheap Santa Barbara to Madrid flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Santa Barbara to Madrid specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,338 searches. Prices were last updated on May 9, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Santa Barbara to Madrid in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Thu 6/65:50 amSBA - MAD
2 stops20h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/1312:15 pmMAD - SBA
3 stops40h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7$1,468
Thu 6/66:00 amSBA - MAD
2 stops42h 20mAir Canada
Thu 6/1312:15 pmMAD - SBA
2 stops44h 59mAir Canada
Deal found 5/7$1,478
Thu 6/612:15 pmSBA - MAD
1 stop17h 10mAmerican Airlines
Thu 6/139:20 amMAD - SBA
1 stop20h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/7$1,479
Thu 6/66:25 amSBA - MAD
2 stops15h 15mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/1112:20 pmMAD - SBA
2 stops19h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/8$1,482
Thu 6/68:44 pmSBA - MAD
3 stops27h 36mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/1112:45 pmMAD - SBA
2 stops20h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/8$1,490
Thu 6/68:44 pmSBA - MAD
3 stops27h 36mAir Canada
Tue 6/1112:45 pmMAD - SBA
3 stops40h 06mAir Canada
Deal found 5/8$1,495
Thu 6/68:44 pmSBA - MAD
2 stops26h 21mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/102:55 pmMAD - SBA
2 stops37h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/8$1,506
Thu 6/61:47 pmSBA - MAD
2 stops36h 28mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/1012:45 pmMAD - SBA
3 stops44h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/8$1,512
Thu 6/612:15 pmSBA - MAD
1 stop17h 10mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/1012:20 pmMAD - SBA
1 stop17h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/8$1,529

Santa Barbara to Madrid 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Santa Barbara and Madrid in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,338 searches. Data last updated May 9, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Santa Barbara to Madrid in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Fri 12/66:26 amSBA - MAD
2 stops20h 24mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/131:00 pmMAD - SBA
2 stops29h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/8$640
Fri 12/66:26 amSBA - MAD
1 stop17h 59mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/131:00 pmMAD - SBA
2 stops29h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/8$642
Fri 12/66:26 amSBA - MAD
1 stop17h 59mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/1312:40 pmMAD - SBA
1 stop16h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/8$722
Fri 12/66:00 amSBA - MAD
2 stops18h 15mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/136:10 amMAD - SBA
3 stops26h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/8$730
Tue 10/157:25 amSBA - MAD
1 stop16h 20mDelta
Mon 10/2810:00 amMAD - SBA
1 stop18h 55mDelta
Deal found 5/8$739
Tue 10/157:25 amSBA - MAD
2 stops24h 00mDelta
Mon 10/2810:00 amMAD - SBA
1 stop18h 55mDelta
Deal found 5/8$768
Tue 10/156:15 amSBA - MAD
2 stops18h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/2811:15 amMAD - SBA
2 stops35h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/8$797
Tue 10/156:15 amSBA - MAD
2 stops16h 50mUnited Airlines
Mon 10/2811:15 amMAD - SBA
3 stops44h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/8$801
Sun 11/171:21 pmSBA - MAD
2 stops37h 24mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/235:30 pmMAD - SBA
2 stops35h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/8$849

Find flights from Santa Barbara to Madrid within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Barbara 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 2,752,338 searches. Data last updated May 9, 2024.

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$739 - $1,478

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Return

Price

Santa BarbaraMadrid Barajas

SBA - MAD

SBAMAD

Santa Barbara

Tue 10/15

1 stop16h 20m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 10/28

1 stop18h 55m

$739

Santa BarbaraMadrid Barajas

SBA - MAD

SBAMAD

Santa Barbara

Tue 10/15

2 stops24h 00m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 10/28

1 stop18h 55m

$768

Santa BarbaraMadrid Barajas

SBA - MAD

SBAMAD

Santa Barbara

Tue 10/15

2 stops18h 05m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 10/28

2 stops35h 02m

$797

Santa BarbaraMadrid Barajas

SBA - MAD

SBAMAD

Santa Barbara

Tue 10/15

2 stops16h 50m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 10/28

3 stops44h 39m

$801

Santa BarbaraMadrid Barajas

SBA - MAD

SBAMAD

Santa Barbara

Mon 7/29

1 stop17h 13m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 8/15

1 stop17h 02m

$1,244

Santa BarbaraMadrid Barajas

SBA - MAD

SBAMAD

Santa Barbara

Mon 7/29

2 stops22h 30m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 8/15

2 stops19h 09m

$1,247

Santa BarbaraMadrid Barajas

SBA - MAD

SBAMAD

Santa Barbara

Mon 7/29

2 stops20h 06m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 8/15

3 stops23h 59m

$1,310

Santa BarbaraMadrid Barajas

SBA - MAD

SBAMAD

Santa Barbara

Tue 10/15

3 stops20h 00m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 10/28

3 stops24h 14m

$1,421

Santa BarbaraMadrid Barajas

SBA - MAD

SBAMAD

Santa Barbara

Thu 6/6

2 stops42h 20m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 6/13

2 stops44h 59m

$1,478

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Deals found on 5/8

When is the cheapest time to fly from Santa Barbara to Madrid?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Santa Barbara to Madrid. Price data was last updated on May 5, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Santa Barbara to Madrid flight should consider departing on Monday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Madrid by month

Plan your trip from Santa Barbara to Madrid by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Santa Barbara to Madrid is currently $0 while a round-trip flight costs $1,089. Price data was last updated on May 5, 2024.

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Madrid (average of $562). Flying from Santa Barbara to Madrid in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,187). 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.

January

$602

February

$586

March

$684

April

$696

May

$789

June

$1,187

July

$1,060

August

$799

September

$821

October

$691

November

$586

December

$562

Temperature and rainfall in Madrid by month

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

MAD

Temperature

41 - 77 °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 May 9, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with American Airlines, Air Canada and United Airlines from Santa Barbara to Madrid have to say. 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
8.1
Very good
10,789 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Delta
8.1
Very good
10,789 reviews
Delta
8.1
Very good
10,789 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

United Airlines
7.4
Good
11,043 reviews
Delta
8.1
Very good
10,789 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,677 reviews
Delta
8.1
Very good
10,789 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Air Canada
7.0
Good
6,918 reviews
Delta
8.1
Very good
10,789 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Santa Barbara to Madrid for under $800 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Santa Barbara to Madrid for under $800. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Delta for just $739, but on average you can expect to pay $1,309.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Madrid round-trip?

    Currently priced at $739, Delta will fly you from Santa Barbara to Madrid and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $801 and $1,244, respectively. These flights start at 28% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What does SBA to MAD mean?

    SBA stands for Santa Barbara Airport, while MAD stands for Madrid Barajas Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Santa Barbara to Madrid that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Santa Barbara to Madrid flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Santa Barbara to Madrid with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Santa Barbara to Madrid flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Santa Barbara to Madrid that include hotel bookings?

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

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Santa Barbara to Madrid?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Santa Barbara to Madrid that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Madrid offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Santa Barbara to Madrid?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Santa Barbara to Madrid flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Santa Barbara to Madrid flight deals updated?

    The Santa Barbara to Madrid flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/8.

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Top airline flying from Santa Barbara to Madrid

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