Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from San Jose, California to Madrid?

Flights via Philadelphia (PHL) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $445.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from San Jose, California to Madrid?

Flights connecting via Philadelphia (PHL) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 13h 25m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from San Jose, California to Madrid?

Philadelphia (PHL) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 42m.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between San Jose, California and Madrid?

Dallas (DFW) was the most common stop: 75% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

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

United Airlines, British Airways, and KLM are the most popular carriers operating from San Jose to Madrid Barajas

What airlines fly to Madrid?

TAP AIR PORTUGAL, British Airways and Iberia are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Madrid from San Jose, California according to our data. TAP AIR PORTUGAL is the first choice among our users, with 32% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Madrid. Keep in mind that there are 17 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 San Jose Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport?

Prices for flights from San Jose Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

As of September 2026, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from San Jose Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from San Jose 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 Jose Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Madrid Barajas Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Madrid Barajas Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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6:00 pm - 7:20 amSJC San Jose-MAD Madrid Barajas

28h 20m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles New York John F Kennedy Intl

12:20 pm - 10:12 pmMAD Madrid Barajas-SJC San Jose

18h 52m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$510Virgin Atlantic

Tue, Nov 10 - Wed, Nov 25

1:00 pm - 9:45 amSJC San Jose-MAD Madrid Barajas

35h 45m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

12:20 pm - 10:12 pmMAD Madrid Barajas-SJC San Jose

18h 52m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$510Virgin Atlantic

Tue, Nov 10 - Wed, Nov 25

11:33 am - 7:20 amSJC San Jose-MAD Madrid Barajas

34h 47m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

9:20 am - 9:47 pmMAD Madrid Barajas-SJC San Jose

21h 27m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Los Angeles Los Angeles

$513Virgin Atlantic

Mon, Jan 11 - Wed, Jan 27

1:50 pm - 7:20 amSJC San Jose-MAD Madrid Barajas

32h 30m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles New York John F Kennedy Intl

9:20 am - 9:47 pmMAD Madrid Barajas-SJC San Jose

21h 27m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Los Angeles Los Angeles

$513Virgin Atlantic

Tue, Jan 12 - Thu, Jan 28

6:00 am - 6:10 amSJC San Jose-MAD Madrid Barajas

15h 10m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

1:00 pm - 10:48 pmMAD Madrid Barajas-SJC San Jose

18h 48m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$645Iberia

Tue, Dec 1 - Wed, Dec 9

6:00 am - 11:55 amSJC San Jose-MAD Madrid Barajas

20h 55m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth London Heathrow

1:00 pm - 10:14 pmMAD Madrid Barajas-SJC San Jose

18h 14m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$647Iberia

Mon, Jan 11 - Wed, Jan 27

6:00 am - 9:20 amSJC San Jose-MAD Madrid Barajas

18h 20m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

12:55 am - 11:10 amMAD Madrid Barajas-SJC San Jose

19h 15m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$647Iberia

Tue, Jan 12 - Wed, Jan 27

6:00 am - 9:20 amSJC San Jose-MAD Madrid Barajas

18h 20m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

1:00 pm - 10:14 pmMAD Madrid Barajas-SJC San Jose

18h 14m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$717British Airways

Tue, Jan 12 - Thu, Jan 28

2:41 pm - 5:05 pmSJC San Jose-MAD Madrid Barajas

18h 24m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth London Heathrow

9:00 pm - 10:48 pmMAD Madrid Barajas-SJC San Jose

34h 48m2 stops London Heathrow Dallas/Fort Worth

$739British Airways

Wed, Oct 28 - Mon, Nov 9

6:00 am - 8:05 amSJC San Jose-MAD Madrid Barajas

17h 05m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

1:00 pm - 10:44 amMAD Madrid Barajas-SJC San Jose

30h 44m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$740British Airways

Mon, Nov 9 - Wed, Nov 25

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2:10 pm - 8:50 amSJC San Jose-MAD Madrid Barajas

33h 40m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Toronto Pearson Intl

11:15 am - 11:59 amMAD Madrid Barajas-SJC San Jose

33h 44m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl

$718United Airlines

Wed, Sep 23 - Mon, Dec 7

10:00 am - 10:10 pmSJC San Jose-MAD Madrid Barajas

27h 10m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl London Heathrow

9:10 am - 9:41 amMAD Madrid Barajas-SJC San Jose

33h 31m2 stops London Heathrow Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$774Alaska Airlines

Tue, Sep 22 - Thu, Oct 8

4:47 pm - 8:35 pmSJC San Jose-MAD Madrid Barajas

18h 48m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl London Heathrow

1:25 pm - 3:52 pmMAD Madrid Barajas-SJC San Jose

35h 27m2 stops London Heathrow Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$774Alaska Airlines

Tue, Sep 22 - Fri, Oct 9

8:00 am - 10:10 pmSJC San Jose-MAD Madrid Barajas

29h 10m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl London Heathrow

9:10 am - 9:41 amMAD Madrid Barajas-SJC San Jose

33h 31m2 stops London Heathrow Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$774Alaska Airlines

Wed, Sep 23 - Thu, Oct 8

6:00 am - 9:05 amSJC San Jose-MAD Madrid Barajas

18h 05m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

10:35 am - 10:08 pmMAD Madrid Barajas-SJC San Jose

20h 33m2 stops London Heathrow Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,024British Airways

Thu, Sep 24 - Wed, Oct 7

6:00 am - 9:05 amSJC San Jose-MAD Madrid Barajas

18h 05m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

3:55 pm - 11:04 amMAD Madrid Barajas-SJC San Jose

28h 09m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,031British Airways

Thu, Sep 24 - Wed, Oct 7

6:00 am - 9:05 amSJC San Jose-MAD Madrid Barajas

18h 05m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

10:25 am - 10:08 pmMAD Madrid Barajas-SJC San Jose

20h 43m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,090British Airways

Wed, Sep 23 - Wed, Oct 7

6:00 am - 9:05 amSJC San Jose-MAD Madrid Barajas

18h 05m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

10:25 am - 10:08 pmMAD Madrid Barajas-SJC San Jose

20h 43m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,123Iberia

Thu, Sep 24 - Tue, Oct 6

6:00 am - 9:05 amSJC San Jose-MAD Madrid Barajas

18h 05m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

10:25 am - 10:08 pmMAD Madrid Barajas-SJC San Jose

20h 43m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,139Iberia

Thu, Sep 24 - Thu, Oct 8

6:00 am - 9:05 amSJC San Jose-MAD Madrid Barajas

18h 05m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

10:35 am - 10:08 pmMAD Madrid Barajas-SJC San Jose

20h 33m2 stops London Heathrow Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,146Iberia

Wed, Sep 23 - Tue, Oct 6

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Iberia flights from San Jose, California to Madrid

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Iberia

Jan 12

SJC6:00 amSan Jose

18h 20m

1 stop

MAD9:20 amMadrid Barajas

Jan 28

MAD1:00 pmMadrid Barajas

18h 14m

1 stop

SJC10:14 pmSan Jose

$649

Iberia

Dec 1

SJC6:00 amSan Jose

18h 25m

1 stop

MAD9:25 amMadrid Barajas

Dec 9

MAD12:05 pmMadrid Barajas

19h 43m

2 stops

SJC10:48 pmSan Jose

$657

Iberia

Sep 30

SJC2:36 pmSan Jose

20h 29m

2 stops

MAD8:05 pmMadrid Barajas

Oct 15

MAD10:30 amMadrid Barajas

20h 38m

2 stops

SJC10:08 pmSan Jose

$853

Virgin Atlantic flights from San Jose, California to Madrid

Our best Virgin Atlantic deals on San Jose, California to Madrid flight tickets

Virgin Atlantic

Nov 10

SJC6:00 pmSan Jose

28h 20m

2 stops

MAD7:20 amMadrid Barajas

Nov 25

MAD12:20 pmMadrid Barajas

18h 52m

1 stop

SJC10:12 pmSan Jose

$510

Virgin Atlantic

Jan 12

SJC1:50 pmSan Jose

32h 30m

2 stops

MAD7:20 amMadrid Barajas

Jan 28

MAD9:20 amMadrid Barajas

21h 27m

2 stops

SJC9:47 pmSan Jose

$513

Virgin Atlantic

Jan 12

SJC1:50 pmSan Jose

32h 30m

2 stops

MAD7:20 amMadrid Barajas

Jan 28

MAD9:20 amMadrid Barajas

21h 27m

2 stops

SJC9:47 pmSan Jose

$515

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Tue 11/10

6:00 pm-7:20 am

2 stops28h 20m

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Wed 11/25

12:20 pm-10:12 pm

1 stop18h 52m

$510

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1:00 pm-9:45 am

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12:20 pm-10:12 pm

1 stop18h 52m

$510

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SJC San Jose - MAD Madrid Barajas

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11:33 am-7:20 am

2 stops34h 47m

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9:20 am-9:47 pm

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$513

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SJC San Jose - MAD Madrid Barajas

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1:50 pm-7:20 am

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2 stops21h 27m

$513

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SJC San Jose - MAD Madrid Barajas

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San Jose

Tue 12/1

6:00 am-6:10 am

1 stop15h 10m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 12/9

1:00 pm-10:48 pm

1 stop18h 48m

$645

San JoseMadrid

SJC San Jose - MAD Madrid Barajas

SJCMAD

San Jose

Mon 1/11

6:00 am-11:55 am

2 stops20h 55m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 1/27

1:00 pm-10:14 pm

1 stop18h 14m

$647

San JoseMadrid

SJC San Jose - MAD Madrid Barajas

SJCMAD

San Jose

Tue 1/12

6:00 am-9:20 am

1 stop18h 20m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 1/27

12:55 am-11:10 am

1 stop19h 15m

$647

San JoseMadrid

SJC San Jose - MAD Madrid Barajas

SJCMAD

San Jose

Tue 1/12

6:00 am-9:20 am

1 stop18h 20m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 1/28

1:00 pm-10:14 pm

1 stop18h 14m

$717

San JoseMadrid

SJC San Jose - MAD Madrid Barajas

SJCMAD

San Jose

Wed 10/28

2:41 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops18h 24m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 11/9

9:00 pm-10:48 pm

2 stops34h 48m

$739

San JoseMadrid

SJC San Jose - MAD Madrid Barajas

SJCMAD

San Jose

Mon 11/9

6:00 am-8:05 am

1 stop17h 05m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 11/25

1:00 pm-10:44 am

1 stop30h 44m

$740

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $650 to $943.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $510.

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 Jose, California, with most prices found around $573. If you don’t want to visit Madrid in February, then you should wait until November to fly from San Jose, California, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $596.

Can stopping save me money on San Jose, California to Madrid flights?

You could potentially save up to 11% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Jose, California to Madrid flight.

How have San Jose, California to Madrid flight prices changed over time?

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Best Price Found	$351
Fastest flight time	16h 15m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Madrid from San Jose, California in the past 72 hours is $351. The best round-trip flight deal from San Jose, California to Madrid found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $510.

The fastest flight from San Jose, California to Madrid takes 16h 15m

There are no direct flights from San Jose, California to Madrid. There are no popular flight routes from San Jose, California to Madrid.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from San Jose, California to Madrid

How far is San Jose to Madrid Barajas by plane?
The distance between San Jose and Madrid Barajas is about 5788.8 mi. Flights usually cover this in 16h 15m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Jose Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport?
Prices for flights from San Jose Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Jose Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport?
As of September 2026, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from San Jose Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Jose 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 Jose Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Madrid Barajas Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Madrid Barajas Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Madrid Barajas Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from San Jose, California to Madrid?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from San Jose, California to Madrid is British Airways, representing 52% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airline is Iberia at 48%.

Best airlines flying from San Jose, California to Madrid

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
British Airways	PriceFrom $432	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,229 reviews		Search British Airways flights
Iberia	PriceFrom $439	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 3,249 reviews		Search Iberia flights

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