$848+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) 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 12/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — MAD
Nov 28 — Dec 51
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to MadridExplore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to Madrid. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 29, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to Madrid. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 29, 2026.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/96:00 am -
2 stops18h 25m
Wed 1/1312:40 pm -
2 stops19h 59m
Deal found 10/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$848
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 12/95:00 am -
3 stops19h 30m
Wed 1/131:25 pm -
2 stops37h 16m
Deal found 10/28![United Airlines logo]()
$927
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/134:26 pm -
2 stops18h 39m
Wed 1/1312:40 pm -
2 stops19h 59m
Deal found 10/26![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$969
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Sun 12/135:00 am -
3 stops42h 00m
Wed 1/131:25 pm -
2 stops37h 16m
Deal found 10/26![United Airlines logo]()
$1,097
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 12/212:17 pm -
2 stops32h 28m
Wed 12/301:25 pm -
2 stops56h 50m
Deal found 10/26![United Airlines logo]()
$1,551
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 12/136:00 am -
3 stops23h 05m
Wed 1/131:25 pm -
3 stops31h 25m
Deal found 10/26![Air Canada logo]()
$1,680
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2112:40 pm -
1 stop32h 30m
Wed 12/3010:00 am -
2 stops21h 23m
Deal found 10/26![Iberia logo]()
$1,930
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/1312:35 pm -
1 stop35h 50m
Wed 1/131:00 pm -
1 stop32h 02m
Deal found 10/26![Iberia logo]()
$2,305
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Mon 12/218:21 pm -
3 stops26h 39m
Wed 12/301:25 pm -
3 stops29h 30m
Deal found 10/26![Air Canada logo]()
$2,369
Best flights from Santa Barbara to MadridDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Santa Barbara to Madrid that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated October 29, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Santa Barbara to Madrid that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated October 29, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 2/15:00 am -
3 stops26h 40m
Fri 2/56:05 am -
2 stops22h 43m
Deal found 10/25![United Airlines logo]()
$874
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Wed 12/912:35 pm -
1 stop32h 35m
Wed 1/1310:40 am -
2 stops31h 39m
Deal found 10/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$922
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 12/95:00 am -
3 stops19h 30m
Wed 1/131:25 pm -
2 stops37h 16m
Deal found 10/28![United Airlines logo]()
$927
One-way flights from Santa Barbara to MadridSearch for one-way flight options from Santa Barbara to Madrid. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated October 29, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Santa Barbara to Madrid. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated October 29, 2026.
This business-class.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 business-class.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/86:25 pm -
2 stops20h 10m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/26![Lufthansa logo]()
$2,724
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 3/85:08 pm -
3 stops35h 32m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/26![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$2,843
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Mon 3/812:37 pm -
1 stop35h 43m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/26![Iberia logo]()
$5,645
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Most accurate provider | Ovago 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | Ovago 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $874 (United Airlines) |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $763 |
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Barbara to Madrid that are best for you.
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Cheapest round-trip
Santa BarbaraMadrid
SBA Santa Barbara - MAD Madrid Barajas
SBAMAD
Santa Barbara
Mon 2/1
5:00 am-4:40 pm
3 stops26h 40m
Madrid Barajas
Fri 2/5
6:05 am-7:48 pm
2 stops22h 43m
$874
Santa BarbaraMadrid
SBA Santa Barbara - MAD Madrid Barajas
SBAMAD
Santa Barbara
Wed 12/9
12:35 pm-6:10 am
1 stop32h 35m
Madrid Barajas
Wed 1/13
10:40 am-9:19 am
2 stops31h 39m
$922
Santa BarbaraMadrid
SBA Santa Barbara - MAD Madrid Barajas
SBAMAD
Santa Barbara
Wed 12/9
5:00 am-9:30 am
3 stops19h 30m
Madrid Barajas
Wed 1/13
1:25 pm-5:41 pm
2 stops37h 16m
$927
Quickest round-trip
Santa BarbaraMadrid
SBA Santa Barbara - MAD Madrid Barajas
SBAMAD
Santa Barbara
Mon 3/8
6:25 pm-11:35 pm
2 stops20h 10m
Madrid Barajas
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$2,724
Santa BarbaraMadrid
SBA Santa Barbara - MAD Madrid Barajas
SBAMAD
Santa Barbara
Mon 3/8
5:08 pm-1:40 pm
3 stops35h 32m
Madrid Barajas
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$2,843
Santa BarbaraMadrid
SBA Santa Barbara - MAD Madrid Barajas
SBAMAD
Santa Barbara
Mon 3/8
12:37 pm-9:20 am
1 stop35h 43m
Madrid Barajas
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$5,645
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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 October 29, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with American Airlines from Santa Barbara to Madrid to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Boarding
7.4
Entertainment
6.8
Overall
7.0
Comfort
7.1
Crew
7.9
Food
6.4
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreJeremy,Sep 2025
SAN - PHL
Boarding
7.4
Entertainment
6.8
Overall
7.0
Comfort
7.1
Crew
7.9
Food
6.4
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreJeremy,Sep 2025
SAN - PHL
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$493 | Average$1,433 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% |