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

Delta is the most popular carrier 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 31% 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.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between San Jose, California 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 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 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 connection time from San Jose, California to Madrid?

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

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 May 2026, there are 3 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.

$345 Cheap Flights from San Jose, California to Madrid in 2026

Q: 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 $1,055 to $742. The lowest price recently found on this route was $711.

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6:10 am - 9:30 am

SJC

MAD

18h 20m

2 stops

9:50 am - 9:41 pm

MAD

SJC

20h 51m

1 stop

$711KLM

Wed, Aug 12 - Wed, Aug 26

5:07 pm - 7:35 pm

SJC

MAD

17h 28m

2 stops

10:25 am - 8:13 pm

MAD

SJC

18h 48m

2 stops

$712KLM

Wed, Aug 12 - Wed, Aug 26

2:07 pm - 6:30 pm

SJC

MAD

19h 23m

2 stops

1:00 pm - 8:45 pm

MAD

SJC

16h 45m

1 stop

$752British Airways

Tue, Nov 17 - Wed, Dec 9

6:00 am - 9:20 am

SJC

MAD

18h 20m

1 stop

1:00 pm - 8:45 pm

MAD

SJC

16h 45m

1 stop

$756Iberia

Tue, Nov 17 - Wed, Dec 9

11:33 am - 9:55 am

SJC

MAD

37h 22m

2 stops

9:50 am - 9:41 pm

MAD

SJC

20h 51m

1 stop

$760Virgin Atlantic

Sun, Aug 2 - Wed, Aug 19

12:45 pm - 12:15 pm

SJC

MAD

14h 30m

1 stop

10:00 am - 9:47 pm

MAD

SJC

19h 47m

2 stops

$764Delta

Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27

11:30 am - 4:45 pm

SJC

MAD

20h 15m

2 stops

6:00 am - 9:47 pm

MAD

SJC

23h 47m

2 stops

$769Delta

Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27

11:30 am - 11:55 am

SJC

MAD

39h 25m

2 stops

6:35 pm - 11:58 pm

MAD

SJC

37h 23m

2 stops

$771Scandinavian Airlines

Thu, Oct 15 - Sat, Oct 31

11:30 am - 11:55 am

SJC

MAD

39h 25m

2 stops

6:35 pm - 11:58 pm

MAD

SJC

37h 23m

2 stops

$772Scandinavian Airlines

Thu, Oct 15 - Sat, Oct 31

9:51 am - 9:55 am

SJC

MAD

39h 04m

2 stops

9:50 am - 9:41 pm

MAD

SJC

20h 51m

1 stop

$780Virgin Atlantic

Wed, Aug 12 - Wed, Aug 26

Scandinavian Airlines flights from San Jose, California to Madrid

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Scandinavian Airlines

Oct 15

SJC11:30 amSan Jose

39h 25m

2 stops

MAD11:55 amMadrid Barajas

Oct 31

MAD6:35 pmMadrid Barajas

37h 23m

2 stops

SJC11:58 pmSan Jose

$771

Scandinavian Airlines

Oct 15

SJC11:30 amSan Jose

39h 25m

2 stops

MAD11:55 amMadrid Barajas

Oct 31

MAD6:35 pmMadrid Barajas

37h 23m

2 stops

SJC11:58 pmSan Jose

$772

Scandinavian Airlines

Oct 15

SJC11:30 amSan Jose

39h 25m

2 stops

MAD11:55 amMadrid Barajas

Oct 31

MAD6:35 pmMadrid Barajas

37h 23m

2 stops

SJC11:58 pmSan Jose

$817

Air Canada flights from San Jose, California to Madrid

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Air Canada

Aug 11

SJC12:51 pmSan Jose

35h 44m

2 stops

MAD9:35 amMadrid Barajas

Sep 16

MAD12:45 pmMadrid Barajas

37h 46m

2 stops

SJC5:31 pmSan Jose

$804

Air Canada

Aug 13

SJC8:45 amSan Jose

39h 05m

2 stops

MAD8:50 amMadrid Barajas

Sep 16

MAD12:45 pmMadrid Barajas

37h 46m

2 stops

SJC5:31 pmSan Jose

$854

Air Canada

Aug 13

SJC8:45 amSan Jose

39h 05m

2 stops

MAD8:50 amMadrid Barajas

Sep 15

MAD1:30 pmMadrid Barajas

37h 01m

2 stops

SJC5:31 pmSan Jose

$859

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12:45 pm-12:15 pm

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10:00 am-9:47 pm

2 stops19h 47m

$764

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Tue 10/20

11:30 am-4:45 pm

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2 stops23h 47m

$769

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SJC - MAD

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Thu 10/15

11:30 am-11:55 am

2 stops39h 25m

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6:35 pm-11:58 pm

2 stops37h 23m

$771

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SJC - MAD

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San Jose

Thu 10/15

11:30 am-11:55 am

2 stops39h 25m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 10/31

6:35 pm-11:58 pm

2 stops37h 23m

$772

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SJC - MAD

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Wed 8/12

9:51 am-9:55 am

2 stops39h 04m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 8/26

9:50 am-9:41 pm

1 stop20h 51m

$780

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between San Jose, California 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 Jose, California, with most prices found around $532. If you don’t want to visit Madrid in November, then you should wait until February to fly from San Jose, California, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $537.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Jose, California to Madrid?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Madrid from San Jose, California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Madrid for around $696 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Madrid from San Jose, California for as low as $471 on momondo.

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You could potentially save up to 6% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Jose, California to Madrid flight.

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Fastest flight time	13h 14m
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The fastest flight from San Jose, California to Madrid takes 13h 14m

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 13h 14m, 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 May 2026, there are 3 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 Iberia, representing 64% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Delta at 22% and British Airways at 13%.

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 7,997 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Delta	PriceFrom $509	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,436 reviews	Search Delta flights
Iberia	PriceFrom $579	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 3,220 reviews	Search Iberia flights

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