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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from San Francisco to Madrid, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from San Francisco to Madrid, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheap Flight Deals from San Francisco to Madrid (SFO-MAD)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from San Francisco to Madrid that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent return flight deals from San Francisco to Madrid

Recommended return deals departing in the coming months from the most popular airlines that fly from San Francisco to Madrid.
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07:00 - 10:55SFO-MAD
18h 55m2 stops
05:50 - 14:05MAD-SFO
16h 15m1 stop
mar, 4 feb - mar, 11 mar
19:40 - 12:10SFO-MAD
31h 30m1 stop
12:55 - 16:30MAD-SFO
36h 35m1 stop
£393Scandinavian Airlines
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mar, 6 mag - mar, 20 mag
08:30 - 09:35SFO-MAD
17h 05m1 stop
12:15 - 17:50MAD-SFO
37h 35m2 stops
£401United Airlines
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dom, 16 mar - ven, 28 mar
16:40 - 17:10SFO-MAD
15h 30m1 stop
21:10 - 14:15MAD-SFO
26h 05m1 stop
£402TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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lun, 24 feb - gio, 6 mar
19:15 - 20:20SFO-MAD
16h 05m1 stop
07:40 - 14:15MAD-SFO
15h 35m1 stop
£404TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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ven, 24 gen - ven, 7 feb
18:57 - 09:35SFO-MAD
29h 38m2 stops
13:00 - 11:28MAD-SFO
31h 28m2 stops
£404United Airlines
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sab, 8 mar - mer, 2 apr
10:18 - 09:25SFO-MAD
14h 07m1 stop
13:15 - 22:52MAD-SFO
18h 37m1 stop
£415British Airways
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mar, 11 feb - mer, 19 feb
15:05 - 23:59SFO-MAD
23h 54m1 stop
05:50 - 13:15MAD-SFO
16h 25m1 stop
£418ITA Airways
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gio, 6 mar - mar, 1 apr
17:30 - 16:50SFO-MAD
14h 20m1 stop
13:15 - 21:27MAD-SFO
16h 12m1 stop
£421British Airways
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mar, 11 feb - mer, 12 mar
15:05 - 23:59SFO-MAD
23h 54m1 stop
05:50 - 13:15MAD-SFO
16h 25m1 stop
£458ITA Airways
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sab, 8 mar - gio, 3 apr

Flights from San Francisco to Madrid - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Francisco to Madrid to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Madrid?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Madrid, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco to Madrid is February, where tickets cost £466 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £913 and £896 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from San Francisco to Madrid?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
No, with an average price for the route of £532, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Madrid, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to Madrid, you should book around 5 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 9 weeks before departure.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from San Francisco to Madrid

Low season

January

High season

June

Cheapest flight

£350
Best time to beat the crowds (27% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (38% more expensive on average)
Flight from San Francisco to Madrid

When to book flights from San Francisco to Madrid

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Madrid based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from San Francisco to Madrid

  • What’s the best way to get to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)?

    The BART is far and away the easiest and most reliable option. Bay Area Rapid Transit runs directly to and from the airport on a regular schedule. The ride takes 30min one-way from the airport to downtown, and costs about $9.65.

  • How should I go from Madrid-Barajas International Airport (MAD) to Madrid’s city center?

    Madrid’s Metro (subway) system is extremely popular and easy to use. It runs about €6-7 ($7-8.00) one-way. If you’re watching your euros, the bus is only €2.5 ($3.00). As with any bus, it’s not the fastest route but it’ll get you there. Hiring a taxi is an easy and direct option, but fares vary a lot.

  • Are there any fun things to do in San Francisco International Airport (SFO)?

    If you are an aviation history buff, you might already know that SFO is home to the Louis A. Turpen Aviation Museum. The artistic city of San Francisco doesn’t disappoint with the SFO Museum, inside the airport, which curates a variety of permanent and rotating installations from talented artists. Listen closely and follow your ears to experience live music from locals.

  • Are San Francisco International Airport (SFO) and Madrid-Barajas International Airport (MAD) kid-friendly?

    Let your kids roam on both sides of the Atlantic. In SFO you’ll find play areas in terminals 1, 2, and 3. They also offer a nursery in each of the terminals, should you need more privacy. In Madrid Airport there is a play area waiting, located in the main transit area near McDonald’s. All ticketed passengers with kids are welcome to use it, and there are quieter nursery rooms here too if needed.

  • Does Madrid-Barajas International Airport (MAD) have a hotel?

    If you’ll be landing at an odd hour, or just want some time to find your bearings before you move on with your trip, Madrid-Barajas International Airport (MAD) offers Air Rooms. Located right in the airport, you can rent a room for part of the day or overnight. Enjoy a shower, Wi-Fi, TV, mini bar and a meal before you head out to explore Madrid.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Madrid?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Madrid was £434 for a one-way ticket and £474 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from San Francisco to Madrid?

    When flying out of San Francisco you will be using San Francisco. You will be landing at Madrid, also known as Madrid Barajas.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from San Francisco to Madrid?

    All the following airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the San Francisco to Madrid flight route: Iberia, Finnair, British Airways, Alaska Airlines, Lufthansa, SWISS, American Airlines, United Airlines, and Vueling.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Francisco to Madrid?

    The Airbus A330-200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Francisco to Madrid flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Francisco to Madrid?

    Star Alliance, oneworld, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between San Francisco and Madrid, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Francisco to Madrid?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Francisco to Madrid.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Francisco to Madrid?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Madrid from San Francisco is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Francisco to Madrid?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Madrid with an airline and back to San Francisco with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Francisco to Madrid?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Madrid from San Francisco up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Francisco to Madrid

  • Just after the security checkpoint in San Francisco International’s (SFO) terminal 2, there is a yoga space. Arrive a little early and spend a some time getting centered before takeoff.
  • If you’re working while traveling, San Francisco International Airport (SFO) and Madrid-Barajas International Airport (MAD) both have excellent (and free) Wi-Fi to help keep you productive.
  • Madrid-Barajas International Airport (MAD) is the biggest and busiest airport in Spain. Many refer to the facility simply as “Barajas”. Barajas Airport is the main hub for Iberia Airlines.
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) has many great lounges to decompress in before departure; access to the British Airways Lounge is complementary for those flying Iberia Airlines.
  • If you’ll have some time before your accommodations are ready in Madrid, you can rent an Air Room to regroup after your flight. Grab a shower and a nap, surf the web, and have a snack without leaving your space.
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Cheapest flights to Madrid from San Francisco found in 2025

Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from San Francisco to Madrid found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
14/1mar
1 stopUnited Airlines
16h 05mSFO-MAD
£350
15/1mer
1 stopBritish Airways
16h 00mSFO-MAD
£352
18/1sab
1 stopDelta
24h 10mSFO-MAD
£354
14/3ven
1 stopLufthansa
18h 00mSFO-MAD
£365
28/3ven
1 stopLufthansa
24h 15mSFO-MAD
£378
9/3dom
2 stopsUnited Airlines
31h 22mSFO-MAD
£382
9/4mer
2 stopsDelta
20h 30mSFO-MAD
£433
27/5mar
1 stopTAP AIR PORTUGAL
23h 00mSFO-MAD
£446
24/5sab
1 stopTAP AIR PORTUGAL
18h 00mSFO-MAD
£479
3/7gio
directFinnair
11h 25mSFO-MAD
£699

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Last minute flights from San Francisco to Madrid

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from San Francisco to Madrid that are departing in the next 10 days.
12/1dom
multi-stop
18h 35mSFO-MAD
19/1dom
multi-stop
42h 11mMAD-SFO
£579
9/1gio
multi-stopUnited Airlines
16h 05mSFO-MAD
16/1gio
multi-stopUnited Airlines
17h 34mMAD-SFO
£580
11/1sab
multi-stopUnited Airlines
35h 40mSFO-MAD
19/1dom
multi-stopUnited Airlines
42h 11mMAD-SFO
£583
10/1ven
multi-stopFinnair
14h 06mSFO-MAD
19/1dom
multi-stopFinnair
20h 42mMAD-SFO
£616
10/1ven
multi-stopUnited Airlines
17h 00mSFO-MAD
19/1dom
multi-stopUnited Airlines
24h 27mMAD-SFO
£627
10/1ven
multi-stopUnited Airlines
17h 00mSFO-MAD
19/1dom
multi-stopUnited Airlines
18h 30mMAD-SFO
£628

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