Cheap flights from San Francisco to Madrid, Spain from £251

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 7/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — MAD
30 Nov — 7 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Madrid

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Madrid (MAD). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 31 October 2025.

Round-trip from

£348

One-way from

£251

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£428
Delta
  • Delta
  • 1/2-20/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 38h 50m total
  • San Francisco to Madrid
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
  • TAP AIR PORTUGAL
  • 7/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 45m total
  • San Francisco to Madrid
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (£24 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (£22 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 2025

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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Madrid
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Madrid. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 31 October 2025.

Wed 3/1208:25SFO - MAD
1 stop14h 35mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/1213:35MAD - SFO
2 stops34h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 29/10£350
Tue 4/1108:20SFO - MAD
2 stops22h 00mDelta
Fri 21/1110:00MAD - SFO
2 stops23h 13mDelta
Deal found 28/10£351
Wed 5/1113:55SFO - MAD
1 stop20h 45mDelta
Fri 21/1110:00MAD - SFO
1 stop24h 12mDelta
Deal found 29/10£353
Sat 8/1100:30SFO - MAD
2 stops22h 30mDelta
Wed 19/1106:00MAD - SFO
2 stops19h 05mDelta
Deal found 28/10£354
Tue 4/1115:40SFO - MAD
1 stop17h 05mDelta
Wed 19/1106:00MAD - SFO
1 stop16h 25mDelta
Deal found 29/10£354
Tue 4/1115:40SFO - MAD
1 stop17h 05mDelta
Tue 18/1113:05MAD - SFO
1 stop31h 45mDelta
Deal found 29/10£355
Sun 9/1115:40SFO - MAD
1 stop32h 30mDelta
Tue 18/1113:05MAD - SFO
1 stop31h 45mDelta
Deal found 29/10£356
Wed 10/1208:25SFO - MAD
1 stop14h 35mUnited Airlines
Tue 13/106:00MAD - SFO
1 stop18h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 29/10£359
Mon 1/1217:30SFO - MAD
1 stop15h 55mBritish Airways
Mon 8/1210:35MAD - SFO
1 stop17h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 29/10£361

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Customise your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Madrid that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 31 October 2025.
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Price

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO - MAD

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Tue 11/11

13:55-13:40

1 stop14h 45m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 20/11

11:15-20:56

1 stop18h 41m

£353

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO - MAD

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Sun 15/2

23:05-08:00

2 stops23h 55m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 24/2

13:35-15:51

2 stops35h 16m

£353

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO - MAD

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Tue 9/12

23:44-08:00

2 stops23h 16m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 23/12

06:00-12:40

1 stop15h 40m

£362

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO - MAD

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Sun 9/11

06:00-11:30

2 stops20h 30m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 19/11

06:00-16:05

2 stops19h 05m

£365

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO - MAD

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Mon 10/11

10:30-15:20

2 stops19h 50m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 20/11

06:00-22:25

2 stops25h 25m

£365

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO - MAD

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Tue 25/11

19:25-09:20

1 stop28h 55m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 2/12

19:35-16:30

1 stop29h 55m

£368

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO - MAD

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Tue 11/11

06:45-11:45

2 stops20h 00m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 19/11

05:55-21:22

2 stops24h 27m

£369

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO - MAD

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Sun 1/2

09:00-08:00

1 stop14h 00m

Madrid Barajas

Sun 15/2

10:00-21:02

1 stop20h 02m

£370

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO - MAD

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Tue 30/12

00:30-08:00

2 stops22h 30m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 14/1

11:15-19:55

1 stop17h 40m

£370

San FranciscoMadrid

SFO - MAD

SFOMAD

San Francisco

Tue 3/3

00:43-08:00

3 stops22h 17m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 11/3

12:35-11:51

2 stops31h 16m

£372

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Madrid

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Madrid

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from San Francisco to Madrid. Price data was last updated on 24 October 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Madrid, you should look to book at least 28 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Madrid?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Madrid (average of £254). Flying from San Francisco to Madrid in June is currently the most expensive (average of £483). 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 SFO to MAD?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Madrid. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 31 October 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to Madrid in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 40% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

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Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Madrid. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to Madrid?

    There are many flights that can get you from San Francisco to Madrid in 14h 45m. Fly via KLM, United Airlines, or Delta to get the fastest option. There are 5794 mi between San Francisco and Madrid. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to Madrid?

    Consider American Airlines (84%), Qatar Airways (84%) or Alaska Airlines (84%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from San Francisco to Madrid.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Madrid that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Madrid flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Madrid?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to Madrid.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Madrid?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Madrid 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 San Francisco to Madrid?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Madrid (average of £254). Flying from San Francisco to Madrid in June is currently the most expensive (average of £483). 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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