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

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What airlines fly to Madrid?

Iberia, British Airways and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Madrid from San Francisco according to our data. Iberia is the first choice among our users, with 34% 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.

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

Flights via Amsterdam (AMS) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $530.

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

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

How often are flights from San Francisco to Madrid delayed?

Historically, on average around 18% of flights between San Francisco and Madrid have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 187 minutes.

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

Zurich (ZRH) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 14m.

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

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

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

Flights connecting via Montreal (YUL) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 13h 31m.

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

According to our data, Iberia have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 17% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

Lisbon (LIS) was the most common stop: 24% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

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

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

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

As of January 2026, there are 20 operators available to choose from for flights from San Francisco Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport.

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from San Francisco Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Madrid Barajas 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 Madrid Barajas Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $509 to $680. The lowest price recently found on this route was $480.

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Feb 9

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Apr 9

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Feb 7

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Madrid?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Madrid from San Francisco, with most prices found around $540. If you don’t want to visit Madrid in February, then you should wait until October to fly from San Francisco, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $543.

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 $970. 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.

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

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Madrid from San Francisco when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Madrid for around $756 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Madrid from San Francisco for as low as $719 on momondo.

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

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

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

As of January 2026, prices for San Francisco to Madrid flights are approximately 20% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found	$417
Fastest flight time	11h 15m
Direct flights	Wed, Fri and Sun
Airports in Madrid	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Madrid from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $417. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to Madrid found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $683.

The fastest flight from San Francisco to Madrid takes 11h 15m

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

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

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How far is San Francisco to Madrid Barajas by plane?
San Francisco and Madrid Barajas are 5785.0 mi apart from one another. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 11h 15m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport?
Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport?
As of January 2026, there are 20 operators available to choose from for flights from San Francisco Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from San Francisco Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Madrid Barajas Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Madrid Barajas 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 Madrid Barajas 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 San Francisco to Madrid?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from San Francisco to Madrid is Airbus A330-200 (61.24% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A330 (19.23%), Airbus A350-900 (6.80%), and Airbus A330-900neo (2.37%).
What is the most popular airline from San Francisco to Madrid?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from San Francisco to Madrid is Iberia (21% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are British Airways (15%), TAP AIR PORTUGAL (14%), and United Airlines (14%).

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TAP AIR PORTUGAL	PriceFrom $327	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 2,124 reviews	Search TAP AIR PORTUGAL flights
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How have San Francisco to Madrid flight prices changed over time?

As of January 2026, prices for San Francisco to Madrid flights are approximately 20% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

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

What airlines fly to Madrid?

How often are flights from San Francisco to Madrid delayed?

Historically, on average around 18% of flights between San Francisco and Madrid have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 187 minutes.

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

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

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

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

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

According to our data, Iberia have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 17% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

Lisbon (LIS) was the most common stop: 24% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

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

Flights via Amsterdam (AMS) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $530.

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

Flights connecting via Montreal (YUL) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 13h 31m.

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

Zurich (ZRH) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 14m.

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