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

Dallas (DFW) was the most common stop: 67% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Sacramento to Madrid?

Flights via Dallas (DFW) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $790.

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

Dallas (DFW) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 2h 45m.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Sacramento Intl to Madrid Barajas?

Air Canada, American Airlines, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Sacramento Intl to Madrid Barajas

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

Flights connecting via Dallas (DFW) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 15h 42m.

What airlines fly to Madrid?

Iberia, British Airways and TAP AIR PORTUGAL are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Madrid from Sacramento according to our data. Iberia is the first choice among our users, with 30% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Madrid. Keep in mind that there are 20 different airlines that fly to Madrid on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Sacramento Intl Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport?

Prices for flights from Sacramento Intl Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Sacramento Intl Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport?

As of February 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Sacramento Intl Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Sacramento Intl Airport to Madrid Barajas 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 Sacramento Intl Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Madrid Barajas Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Madrid Barajas Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Madrid Barajas Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Sacramento and Madrid?

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $564 to $817. The lowest price recently found on this route was $610.

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11:05 am - 12:00 pm

SMF

MAD

39h 55m

2 stops

12:50 pm - 10:51 pm

MAD

SMF

43h 01m

2 stops

$610Scandinavian Airlines

Tue, Apr 7 - Tue, Apr 21

11:59 pm - 6:50 am

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MAD

21h 51m

2 stops

12:45 pm - 2:27 pm

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SMF

34h 42m

2 stops

$618United Airlines

Mon, Apr 13 - Tue, May 12

11:05 am - 12:00 pm

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MAD

39h 55m

2 stops

12:50 pm - 10:51 pm

MAD

SMF

43h 01m

2 stops

$632Scandinavian Airlines

Tue, Apr 7 - Tue, Apr 21

11:30 am - 1:50 pm

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MAD

17h 20m

1 stop

11:45 am - 11:28 pm

MAD

SMF

20h 43m

1 stop

$634Multiple Airlines

Mon, Apr 13 - Tue, May 12

11:59 pm - 6:50 am

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MAD

21h 51m

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11:15 am - 8:54 pm

MAD

SMF

18h 39m

1 stop

$638United Airlines

Mon, Apr 13 - Tue, May 12

11:05 am - 12:00 pm

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MAD

39h 55m

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12:50 pm - 11:05 pm

MAD

SMF

43h 15m

2 stops

$640Scandinavian Airlines

Tue, Apr 7 - Wed, Apr 29

11:05 am - 12:00 pm

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MAD

39h 55m

2 stops

12:50 pm - 10:51 pm

MAD

SMF

43h 01m

2 stops

$644Scandinavian Airlines

Tue, Apr 7 - Mon, Apr 20

8:00 am - 8:05 am

SMF

MAD

15h 05m

1 stop

1:30 pm - 10:35 pm

MAD

SMF

42h 05m

2 stops

$653United Airlines

Sun, Aug 16 - Wed, Aug 26

5:25 am - 6:50 am

SMF

MAD

16h 25m

2 stops

1:30 pm - 1:13 pm

MAD

SMF

32h 43m

2 stops

$656United Airlines

Sun, Aug 16 - Wed, Aug 26

1:00 pm - 6:50 am

SMF

MAD

56h 50m

2 stops

12:45 pm - 6:45 pm

MAD

SMF

39h 00m

2 stops

$659Air Canada

Fri, Apr 10 - Wed, Apr 22

Air Canada flights from Sacramento to Madrid

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Air Canada

Apr 10

SMF1:00 pmSacramento Intl

56h 50m

2 stops

MAD6:50 amMadrid Barajas

Apr 22

MAD12:45 pmMadrid Barajas

39h 00m

2 stops

SMF6:45 pmSacramento Intl

$659

Air Canada

Apr 10

SMF1:00 pmSacramento Intl

56h 50m

2 stops

MAD6:50 amMadrid Barajas

Apr 24

MAD12:45 pmMadrid Barajas

32h 35m

2 stops

SMF12:20 pmSacramento Intl

$672

Air Canada

Apr 10

SMF1:00 pmSacramento Intl

56h 50m

2 stops

MAD6:50 amMadrid Barajas

Apr 20

MAD12:45 pmMadrid Barajas

42h 58m

2 stops

SMF10:43 pmSacramento Intl

$709

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British Airways

Apr 7

SMF2:35 pmSacramento Intl

33h 30m

1 stop

MAD9:05 amMadrid Barajas

Apr 29

MAD1:00 pmMadrid Barajas

18h 41m

1 stop

SMF10:41 pmSacramento Intl

$682

British Airways

Feb 25

SMF8:18 amSacramento Intl

16h 07m

1 stop

MAD9:25 amMadrid Barajas

Mar 4

MAD12:40 pmMadrid Barajas

19h 35m

1 stop

SMF11:15 pmSacramento Intl

$686

British Airways

Apr 6

SMF6:00 amSacramento Intl

18h 35m

1 stop

MAD9:35 amMadrid Barajas

Apr 21

MAD1:00 pmMadrid Barajas

18h 41m

1 stop

SMF10:41 pmSacramento Intl

$766

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Tue 4/7

11:05 am-12:00 pm

2 stops39h 55m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 4/21

12:50 pm-10:51 pm

2 stops43h 01m

$610

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SMF - MAD

SMFMAD

Sacramento Intl

Mon 4/13

11:59 pm-6:50 am

2 stops21h 51m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 5/12

12:45 pm-2:27 pm

2 stops34h 42m

$618

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SMF - MAD

SMFMAD

Sacramento Intl

Tue 4/7

11:05 am-12:00 pm

2 stops39h 55m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 4/21

12:50 pm-10:51 pm

2 stops43h 01m

$632

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SMF - MAD

SMFMAD

Sacramento Intl

Mon 4/13

11:30 am-1:50 pm

1 stop17h 20m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 5/12

11:45 am-11:28 pm

1 stop20h 43m

$634

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SMF - MAD

SMFMAD

Sacramento Intl

Mon 4/13

11:59 pm-6:50 am

2 stops21h 51m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 5/12

11:15 am-8:54 pm

1 stop18h 39m

$638

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SMF - MAD

SMFMAD

Sacramento Intl

Tue 4/7

11:05 am-12:00 pm

2 stops39h 55m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 4/29

12:50 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops43h 15m

$640

SacramentoMadrid

SMF - MAD

SMFMAD

Sacramento Intl

Tue 4/7

11:05 am-12:00 pm

2 stops39h 55m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 4/20

12:50 pm-10:51 pm

2 stops43h 01m

$644

SacramentoMadrid

SMF - MAD

SMFMAD

Sacramento Intl

Sun 8/16

8:00 am-8:05 am

1 stop15h 05m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 8/26

1:30 pm-10:35 pm

2 stops42h 05m

$653

SacramentoMadrid

SMF - MAD

SMFMAD

Sacramento Intl

Sun 8/16

5:25 am-6:50 am

2 stops16h 25m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 8/26

1:30 pm-1:13 pm

2 stops32h 43m

$656

SacramentoMadrid

SMF - MAD

SMFMAD

Sacramento Intl

Fri 4/10

1:00 pm-6:50 am

2 stops56h 50m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 4/22

12:45 pm-6:45 pm

2 stops39h 00m

$659

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Sacramento and Madrid?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Madrid?

The month of January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Madrid from Sacramento, with most prices found around $492. If you don’t want to visit Madrid in January, then you should wait until February to fly from Sacramento, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $502.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Madrid?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Madrid is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $810. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Monday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Madrid on Monday is $1,153.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Madrid?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Madrid from Sacramento when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Madrid for around $803 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Madrid from Sacramento for as low as $546 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Sacramento to Madrid flights?

You could potentially save up to 5% on your flight if you consider stops on a Sacramento to Madrid flight.

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How far is Sacramento Intl to Madrid Barajas by plane?
The distance between Sacramento Intl and Madrid Barajas is about 5711.0 mi. Typically, this will take 15h 05m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Sacramento Intl Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport?
Prices for flights from Sacramento Intl Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Sacramento Intl Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport?
As of February 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Sacramento Intl Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Sacramento Intl Airport to Madrid Barajas 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 Sacramento Intl Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Madrid Barajas Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Madrid Barajas Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Madrid Barajas Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Sacramento to Madrid?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Sacramento and Madrid, the leading airline is American Airlines, making up 43% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include British Airways with 20%, Iberia with 17%, and United Airlines with 11%.

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Air Canada	PriceFrom $473	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,739 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $488	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,759 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Iberia	PriceFrom $488	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 3,123 reviews	Search Iberia flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $518	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,342 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $586	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,341 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

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