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

Montreal (YUL) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 37m.

What airlines fly to Madrid?

British Airways, Iberia and American Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Madrid from San Diego according to our data. British Airways is the first choice among our users, with 35% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Madrid. Keep in mind that there are 11 different airlines that fly to Madrid on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Air Canada, Lufthansa, and Iberia are the most popular carriers operating from San Diego to Madrid Barajas

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

Dallas (DFW) was the most common stop: 46% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

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

Flights via Montreal (YUL) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $832.

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

Flights connecting via Montreal (YUL) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 13h 30m.

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?

As of October 2025, there are 11 operators available to choose from 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.

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Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $519 to $781. The lowest price recently found on this route was $478.

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Dec 2

SAN7:00 amSan Diego

16h 05m

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MAD8:05 amMadrid Barajas

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SAN6:30 amSan Diego

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SAN8:00 pmSan Diego

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Jan 14

SAN6:00 pmSan Diego

17h 05m

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MAD8:50 pmMadrid Barajas

28h 20m

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Jan 19

SAN6:00 pmSan Diego

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SAN6:35 amSan Diego

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

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 $637. 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 $673.

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 $835 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 $697 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 October 2025, prices for San Diego to Madrid flights are approximately 8% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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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 13h 15m 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?
As of October 2025, there are 11 operators available to choose from 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?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from San Diego to Madrid is British Airways, representing 30% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Iberia at 28%, American Airlines at 15%, and Air Canada at 7%.

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Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom $438	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 671 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
Delta	PriceFrom $455	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 7,998 reviews	Search Delta flights
KLM	PriceFrom $466	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.7 1,406 reviews	Search KLM flights
Iberia	PriceFrom $485	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 3,004 reviews	Search Iberia flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $491	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,542 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $504	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,487 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $523	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,383 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $594	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,034 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $622	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,999 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between San Diego and Madrid?

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 $637. 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 $673.

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

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

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

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 October 2025, prices for San Diego to Madrid flights are approximately 8% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

Air Canada, Lufthansa, and Iberia are the most popular carriers operating from San Diego to Madrid Barajas

What airlines fly to Madrid?

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

Dallas (DFW) was the most common stop: 46% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

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

Flights via Montreal (YUL) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $832.

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

Flights connecting via Montreal (YUL) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 13h 30m.

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

Montreal (YUL) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 37m.

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