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$220+ Cheap flights from California to Spain

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 4/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — MAD
Mar 22 — Mar 291
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Cheap flight deals from California to Spain

Cheapest flights from California to Spain
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Spain. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2026.

This Iberia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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 Iberia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/167:40 pm
SFO
-
BCN
Nonstop11h 45m
Iberia
Tue 4/281:30 pm
BCN
-
SFO
1 stop19h 29m
Iberia
Deal found 2/17$462
This Iberia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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 Iberia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/167:40 pm
SFO
-
BCN
Nonstop11h 45m
Iberia
Thu 4/2312:20 pm
BCN
-
SFO
1 stop19h 41m
Iberia
Deal found 2/17$463
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/277:10 pm
SFO
-
BCN
1 stop19h 35m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Fri 3/66:45 am
BCN
-
SFO
1 stop18h 20m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 2/18$464
This TAP AIR PORTUGAL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 3/44:35 pm
SFO
-
BCN
1 stop22h 10m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Thu 3/126:05 pm
BCN
-
SFO
1 stop31h 00m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 2/19$465
This Billigflug deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Billigflug is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/133:45 pm
SJC
-
MAD
2 stops30h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/2810:50 am
MAD
-
SJC
2 stops35h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$465
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Mon 8/244:30 pm
SFO
-
BCN
1 stop24h 00m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Wed 9/210:40 pm
BCN
-
SFO
1 stop24h 50m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 2/18$466
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/54:40 pm
SFO
-
BCN
1 stop16h 40m
Scandinavian Airlines
Sun 3/87:10 pm
BCN
-
SFO
1 stop28h 25m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 2/17$468
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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 5/147:40 pm
SFO
-
BCN
Nonstop11h 45m
LEVEL
Thu 5/282:05 pm
BCN
-
SFO
Nonstop12h 50m
LEVEL
Deal found 2/16$469
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 2/207:10 pm
SFO
-
BCN
1 stop19h 35m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Thu 2/266:05 pm
BCN
-
SFO
1 stop31h 00m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 2/18$473
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Wed 2/254:35 pm
SFO
-
BCN
1 stop22h 10m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Mon 3/26:45 am
BCN
-
SFO
1 stop16h 50m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 2/19$474
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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.
Wed 2/184:35 pm
SFO
-
BCN
1 stop22h 10m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sun 3/19:10 pm
BCN
-
SFO
1 stop26h 25m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 2/17$475
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Fri 2/207:10 pm
SFO
-
BCN
1 stop19h 35m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sun 3/19:10 pm
BCN
-
SFO
1 stop26h 25m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 2/20$476

Find flight deals from California to Spain

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Spain flight deals. Data was last updated February 20, 2026.

Round-trip from

$462
(Iberia)

One-way from

$220
(FlightHub)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$668

Good round-trip deal

$559 or less

Good one-way deal

$332 or less
From California to Spain
One-way flight from California to Spain
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($167 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($28 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from California to Spain.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from California to Spain.

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Spain 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 February 20, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Spain that are best for you.

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Return

Price

San JoseMadrid

SJC - MAD

SJCMAD

San Jose

Tue 4/21

11:00 am-2:25 pm

1 stop18h 25m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 4/28

4:25 pm-10:10 am

2 stops26h 45m

$482

San JoseMadrid

SJC - MAD

SJCMAD

San Jose

Mon 4/13

11:00 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop28h 15m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 4/28

6:00 am-3:08 pm

2 stops18h 08m

$484

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO - MAD

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Sat 4/11

11:20 pm-8:05 am

1 stop23h 45m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 4/22

12:45 pm-9:21 pm

1 stop17h 36m

$485

San FranciscoBarcelona

SFO - BCN

SFOBCN

San Francisco

Sun 4/12

11:20 pm-8:20 am

1 stop24h 00m

Barcelona-El Prat

Fri 5/1

12:15 pm-5:40 pm

2 stops38h 25m

$487

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO - MAD

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Sun 4/12

8:10 am-6:50 am

1 stop13h 40m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 4/21

11:15 am-7:19 pm

1 stop17h 04m

$490

San JoseBarcelona

SJC - BCN

SJCBCN

San Jose

Mon 4/13

3:45 pm-8:20 am

2 stops31h 35m

Barcelona-El Prat

Fri 4/24

12:15 pm-6:30 pm

2 stops39h 15m

$491

San FranciscoBarcelona

SFO - BCN

SFOBCN

San Francisco

Sun 4/12

7:00 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop33h 15m

Barcelona-El Prat

Tue 4/21

1:15 pm-9:34 pm

3 stops41h 19m

$493

San FranciscoBarcelona

SFO - BCN

SFOBCN

San Francisco

Tue 4/14

12:45 am-1:15 pm

1 stop27h 30m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 4/22

1:15 pm-9:34 pm

3 stops41h 19m

$493

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO - MAD

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Mon 4/20

7:25 am-9:55 am

1 stop17h 30m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 4/28

6:00 am-5:21 pm

2 stops20h 21m

$494

Los AngelesMadrid

LAX - MAD

LAXMAD

Los Angeles

Wed 4/8

7:55 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop33h 00m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 4/23

6:00 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop33h 10m

$496

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Best time to book a flight from California to Spain

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Spain

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Spain?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Spain (average of $160). Flying from California to Spain in June is currently the most expensive (average of $613). 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 CA to ES?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Spain. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 20, 2026.

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Spain. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How popular is this California to Spain flight route?

  • How long is the flight from California to Spain?

    For as low as $485, Delta can have you in Spain from California in 23h 45m. California and Spain are separated by a distance of 5794 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Spain one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $58 on United Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include TAP AIR PORTUGAL from $166 and LEVEL from $180 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Spain that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on California to Spain flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Spain?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to Spain?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Spain 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 California to Spain?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Spain (average of $160). Flying from California to Spain in June is currently the most expensive (average of $613). 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 California to Spain

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to Spain. 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 February 20, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$166Average$918FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
WestJetCheapest$222Average$869FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
SWISSCheapest$240Average$782FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
LEVELCheapest$319Average$766FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
ITA AirwaysCheapest$362Average$732FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
LEVELCheapest$368Average$730FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
VuelingCheapest$378Average$856FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
Air CanadaCheapest$393Average$794FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$396Average$614FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
FinnairCheapest$412Average$845FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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