$286 Cheap Flights from Madrid (MAD) to Los Angeles (LAX)

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Cheap Flights from Madrid to Los Angeles (MAD-LAX)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $286 for one-way flights and $560 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Air Europa
Thu, May 8 - Wed, May 28
MAD
Madrid
LAX
Los Angeles
$560 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$560
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Air Europa flight, departing Thu, May 8 from Madrid to Los Angeles, returning Wed, May 28, priced at $560 found 1 day ago
Scandinavian Airlines
Tue, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 29
MAD
Madrid
LAX
Los Angeles
$624 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$624
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select Scandinavian Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 14 from Madrid to Los Angeles, returning Wed, Oct 29, priced at $624 found 13 hours ago
TAP Portugal
Tue, Sep 23 - Tue, Oct 7
MAD
Madrid
LAX
Los Angeles
$637 Roundtrip, found 22 hours ago
$637
Roundtrip
found 22 hours ago
Select TAP Portugal flight, departing Tue, Sep 23 from Madrid to Los Angeles, returning Tue, Oct 7, priced at $637 found 22 hours ago
Iberia
Tue, May 6 - Mon, Jun 9
MAD
Madrid
LAX
Los Angeles
$646 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$646
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Iberia flight, departing Tue, May 6 from Madrid to Los Angeles, returning Mon, Jun 9, priced at $646 found 4 days ago
Iberia
Thu, May 15 - Wed, May 28
MAD
Madrid
LAX
Los Angeles
$656 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$656
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Iberia flight, departing Thu, May 15 from Madrid to Los Angeles, returning Wed, May 28, priced at $656 found 7 hours ago
ITA Airways
Mon, Apr 28 - Mon, May 26
MAD
Madrid
LAX
Los Angeles
$681 Roundtrip, found 21 hours ago
$681
Roundtrip
found 21 hours ago
Select ITA Airways flight, departing Mon, Apr 28 from Madrid to Los Angeles, returning Mon, May 26, priced at $681 found 21 hours ago
Swiss International Air Lines
Thu, Jan 8 - Thu, Jan 29
MAD
Madrid
LAX
Los Angeles
$707 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$707
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Thu, Jan 8 from Madrid to Los Angeles, returning Thu, Jan 29, priced at $707 found 6 days ago
Lufthansa
Wed, Feb 11 - Wed, Feb 18
MAD
Madrid
LAX
Los Angeles
$716 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$716
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Wed, Feb 11 from Madrid to Los Angeles, returning Wed, Feb 18, priced at $716 found 3 days ago
British Airways
Wed, Feb 11 - Wed, Feb 18
MAD
Madrid
LAX
Los Angeles
$721 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$721
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Wed, Feb 11 from Madrid to Los Angeles, returning Wed, Feb 18, priced at $721 found 3 days ago
Delta
Fri, Mar 6 - Tue, Mar 10
MAD
Madrid
LAX
Los Angeles
$723 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$723
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Fri, Mar 6 from Madrid to Los Angeles, returning Tue, Mar 10, priced at $723 found 6 days ago
Flights from Madrid (MAD) to Los Angeles (LAX)
Origin airport
Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas
Destination airport
Los Angeles Intl.
Airlines serving
Aer Lingus, Air Canada, Air France, American Airlines, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Delta, Finnair, ITA Airways, Iberia, JetBlue Airways, KLM, LOT-Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, Scandinavian Airlines, Swiss International Air Lines, TAP Portugal, Turkish Airlines, United, Virgin Atlantic
Roundtrip price
$560
Distance
5832 mi

Madrid to Los Angeles Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Madrid to Los Angeles

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Madrid to Los Angeles are during the month of May. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Madrid to Los Angeles with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

The best time to book a flight from Madrid to Los Angeles

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Madrid to Los Angeles: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Madrid to Los Angeles

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Madrid to Los Angeles in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $286 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Madrid to Los Angeles flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Madrid to Los Angeles airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) cost?
Pick up cheap return fares starting from $648 from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX). This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Iberia flight leaving MAD on May 15 2025 and touching down at LAX. The price was last updated on April 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from MAD to LAX?
The cheapest flights from MAD to LAX are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
When flying out of Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD), you can jump on a nonstop flight to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) with Iberia.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from MAD to LAX?
Book a flight from MAD to LAX with British Airways. This airline currently has the lowest one-way fare on this route, starting from $769. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from MAD on May 17 2025. Prices were last updated on April 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
On average, you can take your pick of 3 nonstop flights flying from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) every week. If you don’t see one that works for your schedule, think about a flight with a layover. Filter your search results on Expedia to include one or two stops and select the next best alternative.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
The 12 PM departures from MAD to LAX are typically the busiest. They can also be more expensive. If you’re looking to save, pick a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from MAD to LAX?
If you depart on a Sunday, you’ll get the biggest range of options for flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX).
What is the earliest flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
The first flight of the day departing from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) is at around 12:35PM UTC+1. Board this flight and you’ll arrive at Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) at approximately 4:20PM UTC-8. The total travel time is 12h 45m.
How long does it take to fly from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Flights from MAD to LAX have an average travel time of 12 hours and 45 minutes. The total distance between the two airports is 5,800 mi.
What airline has the least delays from MAD to LAX?
With 84% of journeys usually landing on schedule, British Airways has the best on-time performance for nonstop flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX). To keep track of your flight status and receive notifications if anything changes, use the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
To reach Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) on time, book a flight that leaves from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) before 3 PM. The chance of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this time.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG’s global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Los Angeles from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)?
Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) is the only airport in Los Angeles with direct flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD). Consider the options and find affordable fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) last-minute?
Waiting until just before your trip to book a flight from MAD to LAX generally means paying more. While you may find some last-minute offers, they’re not always guaranteed. Keep your travel plans flexible for a better chance of scoring a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a MAD to LAX flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking a MAD to LAX flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. Better still, having everything in one convenient place takes the hassle out of planning your trip. Simply pick your flights and choose from our wide range of stays, then customize your trip with other add-ons like activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Generally, it’s possible to cancel or reschedule your MAD to LAX flight. However, if it’s been more than 24 hours since booking, additional charges may apply. Refer to your airline’s policies in your itinerary to see what changes are possible and if any costs are involved. You’ll also find more information on our Customer Service portal.

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