How often are flights from Madrid to San Francisco delayed?

About 23% of weekly flights between Madrid and San Francisco have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 185 minutes.

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

Over the past year, Iberia have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 23% of flights being delayed.

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 Tuesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

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

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon 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 Madrid to San Francisco?

A quick flight from Madrid to San Francisco can take about 15h 50m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £458. There are 5794 mi between Madrid and San Francisco.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 112.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 112.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

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

No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Madrid to San Francisco consider choosing American Airlines (70%), Alaska Airlines (66%) or Aer Lingus (66%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Madrid to San Francisco, you should look to book at least 58 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 Madrid to San Francisco?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madrid to San Francisco (average of £410). Flying from Madrid to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of £755). 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 MAD to SFO?

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

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

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.

Madrid to San Francisco flights typically cost between £431 and £555 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £455 on United Airlines (9 Nov–21 Nov).

Related info for your journey

How long is the flight from Madrid to San Francisco?
A quick flight from Madrid to San Francisco can take about 15h 50m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £458. There are 5794 mi between Madrid and San Francisco.
What are the most reliable airlines from Madrid to San Francisco?
No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Madrid to San Francisco consider choosing American Airlines (70%), Alaska Airlines (66%) or Aer Lingus (66%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.
Can I find deals for flights from Madrid to San Francisco that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Madrid to San Francisco flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Madrid to San Francisco?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Madrid to San Francisco.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Madrid to San Francisco?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Madrid to San Francisco 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 Madrid to San Francisco?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madrid to San Francisco (average of £410). Flying from Madrid to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of £755). 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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How far ahead should I book a flight from Madrid to San Francisco?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Madrid to San Francisco, you should look to book at least 58 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 Madrid to San Francisco?

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

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

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

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.

Madrid to San Francisco flights typically cost between £431 and £555 in November.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £455 on United Airlines (9 Nov–21 Nov).

How often are flights from Madrid to San Francisco delayed?

About 23% of weekly flights between Madrid and San Francisco have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 185 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon 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 Tuesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

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

Over the past year, Iberia have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 23% of flights being delayed.

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Madrid to San Francisco flights typically cost between £431 and £555 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £455 on United Airlines (9 Nov–21 Nov).