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

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

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

Flights connecting via Zurich (ZRH) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 15h 20m.

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

According to our data, Aer Lingus have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 13% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

Flights via Amsterdam (AMS) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $581.

How often are flights from Madrid to San Francisco delayed?

Historically, on average around 14% 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 191 minutes.

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

Paris (CDG) was the most common stop: 44% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

What airlines fly to San Francisco?

Iberia, British Airways and Delta 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 45% 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 53m.

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

TAP AIR PORTUGAL, Iberia, and British Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Madrid Barajas to San Francisco

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.

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 October 2025, 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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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 $537.

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 Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $572. The most expensive day to fly to San Francisco is Thursday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,211.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Madrid to San Francisco flights are usually those with departure times in the evening. Our users have found flights to San Francisco in the evening for as low as $647. Flights at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $900.

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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 $658 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 $613 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 October 2025, prices for Madrid to San Francisco flights are approximately 4% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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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. There are no airlines offering direct flights.

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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 15h 20m.
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 October 2025, 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 (61.67% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A330 (20.26%), Airbus A330-300 (5.73%), and Airbus A321-100/200 (3.96%).
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 29% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are British Airways at 15%, Delta at 10%, and American Airlines at 9%.

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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 $537.

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 Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $572. The most expensive day to fly to San Francisco is Thursday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,211.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Madrid to San Francisco flights are usually those with departure times in the evening. Our users have found flights to San Francisco in the evening for as low as $647. Flights at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $900.

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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 October 2025, prices for Madrid to San Francisco flights are approximately 4% 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, Iberia, and British Airways are the most popular carriers 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 14% 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 191 minutes.

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

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon 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, Aer Lingus have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 13% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

Paris (CDG) was the most common stop: 44% 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 Amsterdam (AMS) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $581.

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

Flights connecting via Zurich (ZRH) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 15h 20m.

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 53m.

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