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$222+ 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 1/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — MAD
Dec 21 — Dec 281
Sun 12/21
Sun 12/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Spain

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Spain flight deals. Data was last updated November 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$404
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$222
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$697

Good round-trip deal

$580 or less

Good one-way deal

$367 or less
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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 November 21, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/44:45 pmLAX - MAD
1 stop33h 35mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Mon 12/812:10 pmMAD - LAX
1 stop35h 50mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 11/20$404
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Sat 12/64:45 pmLAX - MAD
1 stop21h 45mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Fri 2/612:10 pmMAD - LAX
1 stop35h 50mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 11/20$408
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/64:45 pmLAX - MAD
1 stop31h 45mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Thu 1/157:40 amMAD - LAX
1 stop16h 00mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 11/19$415
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/64:45 pmLAX - MAD
1 stop21h 45mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 12/167:40 amMAD - LAX
1 stop16h 20mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 11/20$416
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/114:45 pmLAX - MAD
1 stop21h 45mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Fri 2/610:20 amMAD - LAX
1 stop37h 40mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 11/20$420
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/317:00 pmLAX - PMI
2 stops40h 15mSWISS
Sat 1/2412:30 pmPMI - LAX
1 stop37h 05mSWISS
Deal found 11/20$434
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/38:15 pmLAX - MAD
1 stop14h 35mAer Lingus
Fri 12/1211:05 amMAD - LAX
1 stop16h 25mAer Lingus
Deal found 11/19$438
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/315:30 pmLAX - PMI
1 stop14h 45mLufthansa
Sat 1/246:20 pmPMI - LAX
1 stop29h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 11/19$438
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/24:45 pmLAX - MAD
1 stop15h 25mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Wed 12/109:10 pmMAD - LAX
1 stop26h 30mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 11/19$441
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/315:30 pmLAX - PMI
1 stop14h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/182:50 pmPMI - LAX
1 stop34h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$443
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/114:45 pmLAX - MAD
1 stop21h 45mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Thu 12/257:40 amMAD - LAX
1 stop16h 00mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 11/20$448
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/64:45 pmLAX - MAD
1 stop21h 45mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Wed 12/246:00 pmMAD - LAX
1 stop29h 40mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 11/20$449

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 November 21, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Spain that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Spain

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesMadrid

LAX - MAD

LAXMAD

Los Angeles

Tue 12/2

5:00 am-8:00 am

2 stops18h 00m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 12/11

1:35 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop17h 25m

$428

Los AngelesMadrid

LAX - MAD

LAXMAD

Los Angeles

Tue 1/20

7:45 am-4:10 pm

2 stops23h 25m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 2/7

6:35 pm-10:55 pm

2 stops37h 20m

$449

Los AngelesMadrid

LAX - MAD

LAXMAD

Los Angeles

Wed 2/11

8:30 am-8:00 am

1 stop14h 30m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 3/6

6:00 am-5:51 pm

2 stops20h 51m

$458

Los AngelesMadrid

LAX - MAD

LAXMAD

Los Angeles

Tue 12/9

8:20 am-8:00 am

1 stop14h 40m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 2/6

1:35 pm-1:13 pm

2 stops32h 38m

$461

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO - MAD

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Mon 12/1

5:45 am-10:15 am

2 stops19h 30m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 12/10

10:00 am-6:30 pm

1 stop17h 30m

$470

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO - MAD

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Wed 1/14

6:45 am-4:40 pm

2 stops24h 55m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 1/28

11:15 am-11:59 pm

2 stops21h 44m

$470

Los AngelesMadrid

LAX - MAD

LAXMAD

Los Angeles

Thu 1/8

4:45 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop15h 25m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 1/22

7:40 am-2:40 pm

1 stop16h 00m

$477

Los AngelesMadrid

LAX - MAD

LAXMAD

Los Angeles

Wed 1/21

6:20 am-8:00 am

1 stop16h 40m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 1/31

11:15 am-6:40 pm

1 stop16h 25m

$478

Los AngelesPalma de Mallorca

LAX - PMI

LAXPMI

Los Angeles

Wed 12/31

5:30 pm-5:15 pm

1 stop14h 45m

Palma de Mallorca Son Sant Joan

Sat 1/17

11:45 am-12:34 am

2 stops21h 49m

$479

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO - MAD

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Wed 2/18

7:00 am-4:10 pm

2 stops24h 10m

Madrid Barajas

Sun 3/1

6:35 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop29h 00m

$479

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Best time to book a flight from California to Spain

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Spain from California with our price prediction graph.
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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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Spain (average of $328). Flying from California to Spain in June is currently the most expensive (average of $610). 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 November 21, 2025.

When flying from California to Spain, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 11% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from California to Spain?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from California to Spain. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their California to Spain flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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?

    The California to Spain flight path was viewed by 26 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from California to Spain?

    For as low as $428, United Airlines can have you in Spain from California in 18h. California and Spain are separated by a distance of 5828 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 $249 on Delta. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include British Airways from $295 and Scandinavian Airlines from $302 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Spain (average of $328). Flying from California to Spain in June is currently the most expensive (average of $610). 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 November 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$166Average$918FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$322Average$703FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LEVELCheapest$323Average$736FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SWISSCheapest$341Average$799FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
ITA AirwaysCheapest$362Average$758FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
WestJetCheapest$375Average$879FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$404Average$644FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$404Average$747FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
FinnairCheapest$412Average$974FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air CanadaCheapest$413Average$888FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%

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