How often are flights from San Francisco to Madrid delayed?

About 19% of weekly flights between San Francisco and Madrid have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 187 minutes.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Francisco to Madrid flights?

Over the past year, Iberia have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 19% of flights being delayed.

What is the most punctual flight time for San Francisco to Madrid flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

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 35m. Fly via TAP AIR PORTUGAL, United Airlines, or Turkish Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 5794 mi between San Francisco and Madrid. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Madrid ranges from 10.0 - 60.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Madrid when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Madrid, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 25.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 5.0 C).

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

Consider American Airlines (67%), Qatar Airways (67%) or Alaska Airlines (67%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from San Francisco to Madrid.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to MAD?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from San Francisco to Madrid as you normally would.

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.

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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.

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Madrid, you should look to book at least 6 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Madrid (average of £445). Flying from San Francisco to Madrid in June is currently the most expensive (average of £945). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from San Francisco to Madrid?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

San Francisco to Madrid flights typically cost between £485 and £782 in April.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £477 on Scandinavian Airlines (20 Apr–6 May).

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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 35m. Fly via TAP AIR PORTUGAL, United Airlines, or Turkish Airlines 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 (67%), Qatar Airways (67%) or Alaska Airlines (67%) 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Madrid (average of £445). Flying from San Francisco to Madrid in June is currently the most expensive (average of £945). 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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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Madrid?

How much does it cost for a return flight from San Francisco to Madrid?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

San Francisco to Madrid flights typically cost between £485 and £782 in April.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £477 on Scandinavian Airlines (20 Apr–6 May).

How often are flights from San Francisco to Madrid delayed?

About 19% of weekly flights between San Francisco and Madrid have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 187 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for San Francisco to Madrid flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Francisco to Madrid flights?

Over the past year, Iberia have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 19% of flights being delayed.

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San Francisco to Madrid flights typically cost between £485 and £782 in April.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £477 on Scandinavian Airlines (20 Apr–6 May).