What airlines fly to San Francisco?

Iberia, British Airways and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to San Francisco from Madrid according to our data. Iberia is the first choice among our users, with 42% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to San Francisco. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to San Francisco on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Madrid to San Francisco?

Zurich (ZRH) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 0h 51m.

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

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Madrid to San Francisco?

Flights via Paris (CDG) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $516.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Madrid and San Francisco?

Zurich (ZRH) was the most common stop: 33% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Madrid to San Francisco?

Flights connecting via Amsterdam (AMS) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 14h 50m.

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

Wednesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Saturday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

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

According to our data, Iberia have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 12% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Madrid Barajas to San Francisco?

TAP AIR PORTUGAL is the most popular carrier operating from Madrid Barajas to San Francisco

How often are flights from Madrid to San Francisco delayed?

Historically, on average around 12% of flights between Madrid and San Francisco have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 192 minutes.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Madrid Barajas Airport to San Francisco Airport?

Prices for flights from Madrid Barajas Airport to San Francisco Airport were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Madrid Barajas Airport to San Francisco Airport?

As of January 2026, there are 10 operators available to choose from for flights from Madrid Barajas Airport to San Francisco Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Madrid Barajas Airport to San Francisco Airport?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Madrid Barajas Airport to San Francisco Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to San Francisco Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at San Francisco Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Feb 12

MAD10:00 amMadrid Barajas

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SFO6:00 amSan Francisco

17h 00m

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19h 40m

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$591

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21h 32m

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MAD12:50 pmMadrid Barajas

14h 55m

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MAD12:35 pmMadrid Barajas

12h 35m

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14h 15m

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?

If you aren’t able to travel to San Francisco during the month of February, then flying in March is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $554.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?

The cheapest day to depart from Madrid to San Francisco is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $635. The most expensive day to fly to San Francisco is Thursday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,234.

What is the cheapest Madrid Barajas to San Francisco flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to San Francisco?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Francisco from Madrid when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Francisco for around $661 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Francisco from Madrid for as low as $610 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Madrid Barajas to San Francisco flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Madrid Barajas to San Francisco flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Madrid to San Francisco flight prices changed over time?

As of January 2026, prices for Madrid to San Francisco flights are approximately 23% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Fastest flight time	12h 35m
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The fastest flight from Madrid to San Francisco takes 12h 35m

Direct flights go from Madrid to San Francisco on Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.

There is 1 airport in San Francisco. From Madrid there are direct flights to San Francisco (SFO).

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How far is Madrid Barajas to San Francisco by plane?
San Francisco is 5785.0 mi away from Madrid Barajas. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 12h 35m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Madrid Barajas Airport to San Francisco Airport?
Prices for flights from Madrid Barajas Airport to San Francisco Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Madrid Barajas Airport to San Francisco Airport?
As of January 2026, there are 10 operators available to choose from for flights from Madrid Barajas Airport to San Francisco Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Madrid Barajas Airport to San Francisco Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Madrid Barajas Airport to San Francisco Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to San Francisco Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at San Francisco Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from Madrid to San Francisco?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Madrid to San Francisco is Airbus A330-200 (65.17% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A330 (22.85%), Airbus A330-300 (4.12%), and Airbus A321-100/200 (3.37%).
What is the most popular airline from Madrid to San Francisco?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Madrid to San Francisco is Iberia, representing 27% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are British Airways at 16%, United Airlines at 11%, and Lufthansa at 10%.

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KLM	PriceFrom $405	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.7 1,444 reviews	Search KLM flights
SWISS	PriceFrom $410	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,864 reviews	Search SWISS flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $445	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,211 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $480	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,219 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $486	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,706 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Delta	PriceFrom $516	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,126 reviews	Search Delta flights
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TAP AIR PORTUGAL	PriceFrom $528	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 2,131 reviews	Search TAP AIR PORTUGAL flights
Iberia	PriceFrom $549	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 3,099 reviews	Search Iberia flights
Air France	PriceFrom $634	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,528 reviews	Search Air France flights

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?

If you aren’t able to travel to San Francisco during the month of February, then flying in March is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $554.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?

The cheapest day to depart from Madrid to San Francisco is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $635. The most expensive day to fly to San Francisco is Thursday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,234.

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What cabin class options are available on Madrid Barajas to San Francisco flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Madrid Barajas to San Francisco flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Madrid to San Francisco flight prices changed over time?

As of January 2026, prices for Madrid to San Francisco flights are approximately 23% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Madrid Barajas to San Francisco?

TAP AIR PORTUGAL is the most popular carrier operating from Madrid Barajas to San Francisco

What airlines fly to San Francisco?

How often are flights from Madrid to San Francisco delayed?

Historically, on average around 12% of flights between Madrid and San Francisco have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 192 minutes.

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

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

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

Wednesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Saturday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

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

According to our data, Iberia have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 12% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Madrid and San Francisco?

Zurich (ZRH) was the most common stop: 33% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Madrid to San Francisco?

Flights via Paris (CDG) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $516.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Madrid to San Francisco?

Flights connecting via Amsterdam (AMS) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 14h 50m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Madrid to San Francisco?

Zurich (ZRH) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 0h 51m.

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