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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Francisco to Madrid
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What is the cheapest month to fly to Madrid?
The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Madrid from San Francisco, with most prices found around $571. If you don’t want to visit Madrid in February, then you should wait until January to fly from San Francisco, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $600.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Madrid?
The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Madrid is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $882. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Friday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Madrid on Friday is $1,236.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Madrid?
Flying to Madrid from San Francisco in the evening is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $670 when looking at flights departing in the evening. Flights to Madrid are more costly in the afternoon, with an average ticket price of $979. Departure times in the afternoon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.
What is the cheapest San Francisco to Madrid Barajas flight route?
Fly from San Francisco to Madrid Barajas for the best San Francisco - Madrid Barajas flight prices
How far in advance should I book a flight to Madrid?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Madrid from San Francisco when booking 26 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Madrid for around $800 when searching 26 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Madrid from San Francisco for as low as $685 on momondo.
What cabin class options are available on San Francisco to Madrid Barajas flights?
There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on San Francisco to Madrid Barajas flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Francisco to Madrid Barajas?
Vueling, TAP AIR PORTUGAL, and SWISS are the most popular carriers operating from San Francisco to Madrid Barajas
What airlines fly to Madrid?
Iberia, American Airlines and British Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Madrid from San Francisco according to our data. Iberia is the first choice among our users, with 34% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Madrid. Keep in mind that there are 18 different airlines that fly to Madrid on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.
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Best Price Found | $299 |
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Fastest flight time | 11h 25m |
Direct flights | Wed, Fri and Sun |
Airports in Madrid | 1 airport |
How far is San Francisco to Madrid Barajas by plane?
San Francisco and Madrid Barajas are 5785.0 mi apart from one another. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 11h 25m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport?
Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport?
As of February 2025, there are 18 operators available to choose from for flights from San Francisco Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from San Francisco Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Madrid Barajas Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Madrid Barajas Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Madrid Barajas Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from San Francisco to Madrid?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from San Francisco to Madrid is Airbus A330-200 (63.78% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A330 (22.33%), Airbus A350-900 (6.89%), and Airbus A330-900neo (1.78%).
What is the most popular airline from San Francisco to Madrid?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from San Francisco to Madrid is Iberia (26% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are American Airlines (25%), British Airways (14%), and TAP AIR PORTUGAL (12%).
Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Madrid
Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from San Francisco to Madrid with momondo
| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $375 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.1 1,847 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $477 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.7 937 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $481 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.3 1,325 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $500 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.6 1,274 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $508 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.6 6,762 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $511 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.0 8,748 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $511 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.5 1,568 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $514 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 8,219 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $526 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.7 6,986 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $527 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.4 8,765 reviews |
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Finding the right flight to Madrid from San Francisco is quick and easy when you have a range of options in front of you, from reputable agents and recognisable airlines. Options that can then be filtered down to find the best fit. That is what momondo does. We make finding flights to Madrid quick and easy, saving you time and money.
Can I find flights from San Francisco to Madrid with flexible booking policies on momondo?
Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for San Francisco to Madrid flights to just show those with flexible booking policies.
How can momondo help me find flights from San Francisco to Madrid?
Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as help filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to Madrid from San Francisco.
I’m not ready to book a flight from San Francisco to Madrid right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
If you are not ready to book a flight from San Francisco to Madrid now, use our insights above to find helpful tips or alternatively set up a price alert, where momondo will track prices on flights to Madrid and let you know when they change.