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$457+ Cheap flights from Madrid, Spain (MAD) to San Francisco (SFO)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAD — SFO
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Madrid Barajas to San Francisco are usually found in February or March, booked 54 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Madrid to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Madrid (MAD) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$640
(Delta)

One-way from

$457
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$769

Good round-trip deal

$657 or less

Good one-way deal

$677 or less
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Cheapest flights from Madrid to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Madrid to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 6/2012:45 pmMAD - SFO
1 stop16h 12mUnited Airlines
Sat 7/57:03 pmSFO - MAD
2 stops50h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$639
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Thu 6/2610:05 amMAD - SFO
2 stops22h 07mDelta
Sat 7/128:25 pmSFO - MAD
1 stop29h 55mDelta
Deal found 6/11$640
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 7/1812:45 pmMAD - SFO
2 stops30h 00mAir Canada
Thu 8/78:20 amSFO - MAD
1 stop13h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 6/11$641
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Thu 6/264:00 pmMAD - SFO
1 stop17h 12mAmerican Airlines
Thu 7/105:45 pmSFO - MAD
Nonstop11h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$647
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/16:00 amMAD - SFO
1 stop15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/1511:35 amSFO - MAD
2 stops58h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$650
This Iberia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Iberia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/1312:35 pmMAD - SFO
Nonstop12h 35mIberia
Sat 9/275:45 pmSFO - MAD
Nonstop11h 25mIberia
Deal found 6/11$653
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Wed 8/207:35 pmMAD - SFO
1 stop29h 35mSWISS
Thu 8/282:20 pmSFO - MAD
1 stop34h 00mSWISS
Deal found 6/12$674
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 6/2612:35 pmMAD - SFO
Nonstop12h 35mBritish Airways
Thu 7/1011:03 amSFO - MAD
1 stop13h 32mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/10$692
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Wed 10/86:45 amMAD - SFO
2 stops26h 10mFinnair
Tue 10/147:20 pmSFO - MAD
2 stops28h 40mFinnair
Deal found 6/10$702
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/142:55 pmMAD - SFO
1 stop32h 25mLufthansa
Wed 8/67:00 amSFO - MAD
1 stop17h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 6/11$707
This Ticket deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Ticket is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/1910:05 amMAD - SFO
1 stop16h 16mVirgin Atlantic
Thu 7/310:50 pmSFO - MAD
1 stop24h 00mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 6/11$760

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Madrid to San Francisco 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Madrid to San Francisco that are best for you.

Fly from

Madrid

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MadridSan Francisco

MAD - SFO

MADSFO

Madrid Barajas

Thu 6/26

10:05 am-11:12 pm

2 stops22h 07m

San Francisco

Sat 7/12

8:25 pm-11:20 am

1 stop29h 55m

$640

MadridSan Francisco

MAD - SFO

MADSFO

Madrid Barajas

Fri 7/18

12:45 pm-9:45 am

2 stops30h 00m

San Francisco

Thu 8/7

8:20 am-6:40 am

1 stop13h 20m

$641

MadridSan Francisco

MAD - SFO

MADSFO

Madrid Barajas

Fri 8/15

10:50 am-8:25 pm

1 stop18h 35m

San Francisco

Tue 8/26

8:26 am-8:05 am

1 stop14h 39m

$643

MadridSan Francisco

MAD - SFO

MADSFO

Madrid Barajas

Thu 6/26

4:00 pm-12:12 am

1 stop17h 12m

San Francisco

Thu 7/10

5:45 pm-2:10 pm

Nonstop11h 25m

$647

MadridSan Francisco

MAD - SFO

MADSFO

Madrid Barajas

Tue 7/1

6:00 am-12:40 pm

1 stop15h 40m

San Francisco

Tue 7/15

11:35 am-6:40 am

2 stops58h 05m

$650

MadridSan Francisco

MAD - SFO

MADSFO

Madrid Barajas

Sat 9/13

12:35 pm-4:10 pm

Nonstop12h 35m

San Francisco

Sat 9/27

5:45 pm-2:10 pm

Nonstop11h 25m

$653

MadridSan Francisco

MAD - SFO

MADSFO

Madrid Barajas

Wed 7/16

8:35 am-3:55 pm

1 stop16h 20m

San Francisco

Fri 8/1

1:20 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop25h 05m

$659

MadridSan Francisco

MAD - SFO

MADSFO

Madrid Barajas

Fri 10/3

10:05 am-4:10 pm

1 stop15h 05m

San Francisco

Sun 10/12

7:30 pm-9:20 am

1 stop28h 50m

$660

MadridSan Francisco

MAD - SFO

MADSFO

Madrid Barajas

Thu 6/26

12:35 pm-4:10 pm

Nonstop12h 35m

San Francisco

Thu 7/10

11:03 am-9:35 am

1 stop13h 32m

$692

MadridSan Francisco

MAD - SFO

MADSFO

Madrid Barajas

Wed 10/8

6:45 am-11:55 pm

2 stops26h 10m

San Francisco

Tue 10/14

7:20 pm-9:00 am

2 stops28h 40m

$702

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Best time to book a flight from Madrid to San Francisco

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Madrid to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Madrid to San Francisco may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 54 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madrid to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Madrid to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $364). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MAD to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Madrid to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Madrid to San Francisco in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 29% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, KLM and Finnair from Madrid to San Francisco by reading reviews from past customers. 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
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
KLM
7.8
Good
1,358 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,290 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,623 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Madrid to San Francisco. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Madrid to San Francisco?

    If you wish to fly to San Francisco from Madrid, then you need to book flights from Madrid Barajas to San Francisco. There are 2 flights from Barajas (MAD) to San Francisco (SFO) per day to choose from. Flights to San Francisco from Barajas are available from 11 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 12h 35m is how long a nonstop flight from Madrid to San Francisco typically takes.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Madrid to San Francisco is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $640 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Air Canada and United Airlines, starting at $641 and $643 round-trip. Delta is currently priced 3% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    $457 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Vueling. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Iberia and Lufthansa, with prices starting from $462 and $479, respectively.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Madrid to San Francisco on time: American Airlines (86%), Qatar Airways (86%), Alaska Airlines (86%).

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

    While on average a flight from Madrid to San Francisco is generally $884, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $493. When looking at the most popular route, (Madrid Barajas - San Francisco), you can expect to pay $411 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madrid to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Madrid to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $364). 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 Madrid to San Francisco

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Madrid to San Francisco. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapest$410Average$654FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Air FranceCheapest$411Average$996FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$423Average$799FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$438Average$677FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FinnairCheapest$439Average$670FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
DeltaCheapest$465Average$658FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$480Average$676FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$486Average$768FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
IberiaCheapest$495Average$764FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LufthansaCheapest$516Average$811FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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