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$236+ 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 3/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — MAD
Jan 11 — Jan 181
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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 December 12, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/315:30 pmLAX - MAD
1 stop15h 20mLufthansa
Wed 1/1411:15 amMAD - LAX
1 stop18h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 12/10$478
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/304:45 pmLAX - MAD
1 stop18h 35mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Thu 1/157:40 amMAD - LAX
1 stop16h 00mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 12/10$481
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 12/106:07 amSFO - BCN
1 stop17h 13mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/201:35 pmBCN - SFO
2 stops35h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/9$484
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Mon 12/297:25 pmSFO - BCN
1 stop18h 35mSWISS
Thu 1/159:55 amBCN - SFO
1 stop15h 35mSWISS
Deal found 12/10$485
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 12/108:25 amSFO - BCN
1 stop14h 55mLufthansa
Tue 1/276:50 amBCN - SFO
1 stop14h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 12/9$494
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 12/108:25 amSFO - BCN
1 stop14h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/229:55 amBCN - SFO
1 stop15h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/9$496
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
Tue 12/912:43 amSFO - BCN
2 stops22h 37mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/291:35 pmBCN - SFO
1 stop16h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/9$497
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
Tue 12/912:43 amSFO - BCN
2 stops22h 37mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/2811:55 amBCN - SFO
1 stop16h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/9$499
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
Tue 12/910:55 pmSFO - BCN
1 stop24h 05mDelta
Mon 1/1911:10 amBCN - SFO
1 stop33h 40mDelta
Deal found 12/9$500
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Mon 12/294:15 pmSFO - BCN
2 stops32h 20mAir Canada
Thu 1/151:35 pmBCN - SFO
1 stop16h 47mAir Canada
Deal found 12/11$502
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
Tue 12/910:45 pmSFO - BCN
2 stops24h 15mDelta
Wed 1/216:00 amBCN - SFO
1 stop14h 50mDelta
Deal found 12/9$505
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
Tue 12/911:44 pmSFO - BCN
2 stops24h 16mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/271:35 pmBCN - SFO
1 stop16h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/9$507

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 December 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$426
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$236
(oojo)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$937

Good round-trip deal

$648 or less

Good one-way deal

$362 or less
From California to Spain
One-way flight from California to Spain
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price ($191 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($29 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Spain that are best for you.

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California

Fly to

Spain

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesPalma de Mallorca

LAX - PMI

LAXPMI

Los Angeles

Mon 2/2

7:10 pm-2:05 pm

1 stop33h 55m

Palma de Mallorca Son Sant Joan

Mon 2/16

12:35 pm-3:15 pm

2 stops35h 40m

$437

Los AngelesPalma de Mallorca

LAX - PMI

LAXPMI

Los Angeles

Mon 2/2

3:00 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop17h 10m

Palma de Mallorca Son Sant Joan

Mon 2/16

6:20 pm-3:15 pm

1 stop29h 55m

$448

San DiegoMadrid

SAN - MAD

SANMAD

San Diego

Fri 1/30

11:08 am-11:35 pm

2 stops27h 27m

Madrid Barajas

Sun 2/8

7:25 am-3:45 pm

1 stop17h 20m

$468

Los AngelesPalma de Mallorca

LAX - PMI

LAXPMI

Los Angeles

Thu 1/8

5:30 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop15h 00m

Palma de Mallorca Son Sant Joan

Thu 1/15

12:10 pm-4:35 pm

1 stop37h 25m

$469

Los AngelesPalma de Mallorca

LAX - PMI

LAXPMI

Los Angeles

Sat 1/24

7:10 pm-2:15 pm

1 stop34h 05m

Palma de Mallorca Son Sant Joan

Sat 1/31

12:30 pm-4:35 pm

1 stop37h 05m

$470

Los AngelesPalma de Mallorca

LAX - PMI

LAXPMI

Los Angeles

Sun 1/25

5:30 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop15h 00m

Palma de Mallorca Son Sant Joan

Sun 2/1

6:15 pm-4:35 pm

1 stop31h 20m

$470

San DiegoMadrid

SAN - MAD

SANMAD

San Diego

Wed 3/4

6:10 pm-8:00 am

2 stops28h 50m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 3/11

12:35 pm-3:39 pm

2 stops35h 04m

$472

Los AngelesPalma de Mallorca

LAX - PMI

LAXPMI

Los Angeles

Mon 2/2

1:45 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop21h 00m

Palma de Mallorca Son Sant Joan

Mon 2/16

9:15 pm-11:45 am

1 stop23h 30m

$475

Los AngelesPalma de Mallorca

LAX - PMI

LAXPMI

Los Angeles

Thu 2/12

7:30 pm-9:50 am

2 stops53h 20m

Palma de Mallorca Son Sant Joan

Wed 2/18

9:55 am-5:00 pm

1 stop16h 05m

$479

San DiegoMadrid

SAN - MAD

SANMAD

San Diego

Sun 1/11

7:00 am-5:45 am

1 stop13h 45m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 1/21

12:55 am-10:00 am

1 stop18h 05m

$480

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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 $612). 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 December 12, 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 10% 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?

  • How long is the flight from California to Spain?

    For as low as $481, Lufthansa can have you in Spain from California in 16h. California and Spain are separated by a distance of 5839 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 $168 on TAP AIR PORTUGAL. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include LEVEL from $180 and LEVEL from $190 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 $612). 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$166Average$918FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$323Average$697FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LEVELCheapest$323Average$738FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SWISSCheapest$341Average$800FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
WestJetCheapest$352Average$877FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
ITA AirwaysCheapest$362Average$776FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$404Average$635FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$404Average$749FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
FinnairCheapest$412Average$788FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air CanadaCheapest$413Average$903FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%

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