$320 Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Madrid (MAD)

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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Madrid (SFO-MAD)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $320 for one-way flights and $460 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

TAP Portugal
Sat, Oct 11 - Sun, Oct 19
SFO
San Francisco
MAD
Madrid
$460 Roundtrip, just found
$460
Roundtrip
just found
Select TAP Portugal flight, departing Sat, Oct 11 from San Francisco to Madrid, returning Sun, Oct 19, priced at $460 just found
Scandinavian Airlines
Wed, Oct 8 - Tue, Oct 14
SFO
San Francisco
MAD
Madrid
$510 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$510
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Scandinavian Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 8 from San Francisco to Madrid, returning Tue, Oct 14, priced at $510 found 2 days ago
Virgin Atlantic
Sun, Aug 3 - Tue, Aug 19
SFO
San Francisco
MAD
Madrid
$547 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$547
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Virgin Atlantic flight, departing Sun, Aug 3 from San Francisco to Madrid, returning Tue, Aug 19, priced at $547 found 2 days ago
Delta
Sat, Aug 2 - Wed, Aug 20
SFO
San Francisco
MAD
Madrid
$552 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$552
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, Aug 2 from San Francisco to Madrid, returning Wed, Aug 20, priced at $552 found 2 days ago
United
Tue, Oct 14 - Fri, Oct 24
SFO
San Francisco
MAD
Madrid
$562 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$562
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Oct 14 from San Francisco to Madrid, returning Fri, Oct 24, priced at $562 found 2 hours ago
Air Canada
Tue, Oct 14 - Fri, Oct 24
SFO
San Francisco
MAD
Madrid
$562 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$562
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Tue, Oct 14 from San Francisco to Madrid, returning Fri, Oct 24, priced at $562 found 2 hours ago
British Airways
Wed, Sep 17 - Tue, Sep 23
SFO
San Francisco
MAD
Madrid
$565 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$565
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Wed, Sep 17 from San Francisco to Madrid, returning Tue, Sep 23, priced at $565 found 3 days ago
American Airlines
Tue, Sep 16 - Tue, Sep 23
SFO
San Francisco
MAD
Madrid
$566 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$566
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 16 from San Francisco to Madrid, returning Tue, Sep 23, priced at $566 found 9 hours ago
Iberia
Tue, Sep 23 - Tue, Oct 14
SFO
San Francisco
MAD
Madrid
$572 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$572
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Iberia flight, departing Tue, Sep 23 from San Francisco to Madrid, returning Tue, Oct 14, priced at $572 found 2 hours ago
Brussels Airlines
Sun, Sep 28 - Fri, Oct 10
SFO
San Francisco
MAD
Madrid
$575 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$575
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Brussels Airlines flight, departing Sun, Sep 28 from San Francisco to Madrid, returning Fri, Oct 10, priced at $575 found 1 hour ago
Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Madrid (MAD)
Origin airport
San Francisco Intl.
Destination airport
Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas
Airlines serving
Aer Lingus, Air Canada, Air France, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Delta, Finnair, ITA Airways, Iberia, JetBlue Airways, KLM, Lufthansa, Scandinavian Airlines, Swiss International Air Lines, TAP Portugal, Turkish Airlines, United, Virgin Atlantic
Roundtrip price
$459
Distance
5799 mi

San Francisco to Madrid Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San Francisco to Madrid

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 San Francisco to Madrid are during the month of October. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Madrid with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

The best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Madrid

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Francisco to Madrid: 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 San Francisco to Madrid

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 San Francisco to Madrid in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $320 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 San Francisco to Madrid 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 San Francisco to Madrid 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 San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) cost?
Grab cheap return fares starting from $789 from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD). 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 British Airways flight leaving SFO on May 20 2025 and touching down at MAD. The price was last updated on April 24 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from SFO to MAD?
The cheapest flights from SFO to MAD are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from SFO to MAD?
With prices starting from $556 for a one-way flight from SFO to MAD, Iberia is currently the cheapest airline for this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from SFO on July 15 2025. Prices were last updated on April 24 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)?
You’ll need to hop on a flight with a layover if you’re traveling from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD). Direct flights don’t operate daily on this route. However, just filter your search to include one or more stops to find an option that works for you.
What day of the week has the most flights from SFO to MAD?
You’ll typically find Tuesday the quietest day for flights, while Fridays are often the busiest.* However this can change from season to season and during public holidays or peak travel times.*Busiest/quietest day to travel is based on Expedia flight demand through January to December 2024.
What airline has the least delays from SFO to MAD?
Consider booking with American Airlines if you’d like to go straight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) without any interruptions. This carrier has the best track record for punctuality, with an on-time score of 85%. Want to get notified of any changes? You can check your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)?
To arrive at Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) on time, choose a flight that leaves San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) before 3 PM. The likelihood of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this hour.**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.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) last-minute?
Booking your plane ticket from SFO to MAD shortly before your journey is usually more expensive. But if you’re flexible with your itinerary, you could grab a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a SFO to MAD flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking a SFO to MAD flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. What’s more, having it all in one place takes the hassle out of planning your trip. Just pick your flights and choose from our extensive range of hotels, then personalize your trip with extras like tours, activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)?
It’s usually possible to reschedule or cancel your SFO to MAD flight. However, if it’s been more than 24 hours since booking, additional fees may apply. Check your airline’s policies in your itinerary to see what changes are possible and whether any costs are involved. You’ll also find more details on our Customer Service portal.

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