Cheap flights from San Diego to Madrid from $225

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United Airlines Logo
8:10 am - 6:40 amSAN-MAD
13h 30m1 stop
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11:15 am - 6:29 pmMAD-SAN
40h 14m2 stops
$544United Airlines
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Tue, Sep 23 - Fri, Oct 3
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8:10 am - 6:40 amSAN-MAD
13h 30m1 stop
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12:45 pm - 3:50 pmMAD-SAN
36h 05m2 stops
$560United Airlines
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Mon, Aug 18 - Fri, Sep 26
United Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 8:00 amSAN-MAD
16h 45m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
1:35 pm - 8:05 pmMAD-SAN
39h 30m3 stops
$564United Airlines
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Tue, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 19
Air Canada Logo
8:10 am - 6:40 amSAN-MAD
13h 30m1 stop
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12:30 pm - 2:59 pmMAD-SAN
35h 29m2 stops
$566Air Canada
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Mon, Sep 22 - Tue, Oct 7
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8:10 am - 6:40 amSAN-MAD
13h 30m1 stop
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7:10 am - 3:25 pmMAD-SAN
17h 15m1 stop
Tue, Oct 14 - Fri, Oct 24
Iberia Logo
2:55 pm - 1:25 pmSAN-MAD
13h 30m1 stop
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1:45 pm - 9:21 pmMAD-SAN
16h 36m1 stop
$572Iberia
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Wed, Oct 1 - Wed, Oct 15
Air Canada Logo
8:10 am - 6:40 amSAN-MAD
13h 30m1 stop
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12:45 pm - 3:51 pmMAD-SAN
36h 06m2 stops
$573Air Canada
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Mon, Sep 22 - Fri, Oct 3
Iberia Logo
1:17 pm - 1:25 pmSAN-MAD
15h 08m1 stop
Iberia Logo
1:45 pm - 9:21 pmMAD-SAN
16h 36m1 stop
$574Iberia
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Wed, Oct 1 - Wed, Oct 15
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12:28 pm - 9:25 amSAN-MAD
12h 57m1 stop
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12:55 am - 8:26 amMAD-SAN
16h 31m1 stop
Mon, Oct 27 - Wed, Nov 5
British Airways Logo
7:50 pm - 9:35 amSAN-MAD
28h 45m1 stop
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12:40 pm - 3:52 pmMAD-SAN
36h 12m1 stop
$618British Airways
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Wed, Sep 17 - Wed, Oct 1

Air Canada flights from San Diego to Madrid

Our best Air Canada deals on San Diego to Madrid flight tickets
Air Canada
Sep 22
SAN8:10 amSan Diego
13h 30m
1 stop
MAD6:40 amMadrid Barajas
Oct 7
MAD12:30 pmMadrid Barajas
35h 29m
2 stops
SAN2:59 pmSan Diego
Air Canada
Sep 22
SAN8:10 amSan Diego
13h 30m
1 stop
MAD6:40 amMadrid Barajas
Oct 3
MAD12:45 pmMadrid Barajas
36h 06m
2 stops
SAN3:51 pmSan Diego
Air Canada
Sep 21
SAN5:01 pmSan Diego
28h 39m
2 stops
MAD6:40 amMadrid Barajas
Oct 7
MAD12:45 pmMadrid Barajas
15h 50m
1 stop
SAN7:35 pmSan Diego

United Airlines flights from San Diego to Madrid

Our best United Airlines deals on San Diego to Madrid flight tickets
United Airlines
Sep 23
SAN8:10 amSan Diego
13h 30m
1 stop
MAD6:40 amMadrid Barajas
Oct 3
MAD11:15 amMadrid Barajas
40h 14m
2 stops
SAN6:29 pmSan Diego
United Airlines
Aug 18
SAN8:10 amSan Diego
13h 30m
1 stop
MAD6:40 amMadrid Barajas
Sep 26
MAD12:45 pmMadrid Barajas
36h 05m
2 stops
SAN3:50 pmSan Diego
United Airlines
Nov 11
SAN6:15 amSan Diego
16h 45m
2 stops
MAD8:00 amMadrid Barajas
Nov 19
MAD1:35 pmMadrid Barajas
39h 30m
3 stops
SAN8:05 pmSan Diego

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Madrid?

The month of November is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Madrid from San Diego, with most prices found around $648. If you don’t want to visit Madrid in November, then you should wait until February to fly from San Diego, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $702.

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 $811. 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 Friday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Madrid on Friday is $983.

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

Flying to Madrid from San Diego at noon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $771 when looking at flights departing at noon. Flights to Madrid are more costly in the morning, with an average ticket price of $959. Departure times in the morning fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Madrid from San Diego when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Madrid for around $866 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Madrid from San Diego for as low as $758 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on San Diego to Madrid flights?

You could potentially save up to 3% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Diego to Madrid flight.

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

As of July 2025, prices for San Diego to Madrid flights are approximately 43% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from San Diego to Madrid

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from San Diego to Madrid according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Best Price Found

$225

Fastest flight time

12h 57m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Madrid

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Madrid from San Diego in the past 72 hours is $225. The best round-trip flight deal from San Diego to Madrid found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $544.
The fastest flight from San Diego to Madrid takes 12h 57m
There are no direct flights from San Diego to Madrid. Popular non-direct route for this connection is San Diego Airport - Madrid Barajas Airport.
There is 1 airport near Madrid: Madrid Barajas (MAD)

  • How far is San Diego to Madrid Barajas by plane?

    San Diego and Madrid Barajas are 5836.0 mi apart from one another. Typically, this will take 12h 57m by plane in normal conditions.

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

    Prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport refresh daily.

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

  • How old do you have to be to fly from San Diego 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 San Diego 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 San Diego to Madrid?


Best airlines flying from San Diego to Madrid

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DeltaPriceFrom $455Free CancellationRating
8.0
7,951 reviews
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IberiaPriceFrom $492Free CancellationRating
7.0
2,828 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom $513Free CancellationRating
7.8
1,372 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $547Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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Air CanadaPriceFrom $560Free CancellationRating
7.1
9,695 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $565Free CancellationRating
6.6
7,109 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom $600Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,199 reviews
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Air FrancePriceFrom $624Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,467 reviews
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Virgin AtlanticPriceFrom $624Free CancellationRating
7.4
653 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $648Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,846 reviews
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