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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Francisco International Airport to Madrid Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 497 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Madrid.497 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Oct, returning Fri, 23 Oct.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in Madrid.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Madrid on Fri, 23 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 497 €, select.

Madrid.499 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec, returning Wed, 9 Dec.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Madrid.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Madrid on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 499 €, select.

Madrid.501 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 13 Dec, returning Wed, 13 Jan.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 13 Dec, arriving in Madrid.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Madrid on Wed, 13 Jan, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 501 €, select.

Madrid.501 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Sep, returning Wed, 30 Sep.Return flight with Finnair.Outbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 23 Sep, arriving in Madrid.Inbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Madrid on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 501 €, select.

Madrid.502 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Nov, returning Wed, 11 Nov.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 4 Nov, arriving in Madrid.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Madrid on Wed, 11 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 502 €, select.

Madrid.502 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 Oct, returning Thu, 12 Nov.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 19 Oct, arriving in Madrid.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Madrid on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 502 €, select.

Madrid.505 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Mar, returning Wed, 17 Mar.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 10 Mar, arriving in Madrid.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Madrid on Wed, 17 Mar, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 505 €, select.

Madrid.507 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Oct, returning Tue, 12 Jan.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 26 Oct, arriving in Madrid.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Madrid on Tue, 12 Jan, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 507 €, select.

Madrid.507 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Sep, returning Tue, 6 Oct.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 27 Sep, arriving in Madrid.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Madrid on Tue, 6 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 507 €, select.

Madrid.514 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 12 Jan, returning Wed, 27 Jan.Return flight with Finnair.Outbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 12 Jan, arriving in Madrid.Inbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Madrid on Wed, 27 Jan, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 514 €, select.

Madrid.516 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Nov, returning Tue, 12 Jan.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 24 Nov, arriving in Madrid.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Madrid on Tue, 12 Jan, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 516 €, select.

Madrid.518 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Apr, returning Fri, 30 Apr.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 20 Apr, arriving in Madrid.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Madrid on Fri, 30 Apr, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 518 €, select.

Madrid.523 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Feb, returning Thu, 25 Feb.Return flight with Virgin Atlantic.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Atlantic, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 17 Feb, arriving in Madrid.Inbound indirect flight with Virgin Atlantic, departs from Madrid on Thu, 25 Feb, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 523 €, select.

Madrid.531 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Nov, returning Mon, 7 Dec.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 27 Nov, arriving in Madrid.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Madrid on Mon, 7 Dec, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 531 €, select.

Madrid.532 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Apr, returning Wed, 5 May.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 15 Apr, arriving in Madrid.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Madrid on Wed, 5 May, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 532 €, select.

Madrid.532 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 Jan, returning Sat, 6 Feb.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 30 Jan, arriving in Madrid.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Madrid on Sat, 6 Feb, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 532 €, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Francisco International to Madrid flights are currently cheapest in October.

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San Francisco to Madrid: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	497 €
Cheapest month to fly	October
Average flight time	11 hrs, 19 mins
Most popular airline	Alaska Airlines
Average flights per week	21

Finding cheap flights from San Francisco International to Madrid: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from San Francisco International to Madrid?

The best price we found for a return flight from San Francisco International to Madrid is 497 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from San Francisco International to Madrid?

11 hours and 19 minutes is the average flight time from San Francisco International to Madrid.

Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco International to Madrid?

Alaska Airlines, Aer Lingus and Qatar Airways fly direct from San Francisco International to Madrid.

How many flights are there a week from San Francisco International to Madrid?

As of September 2026, there are 21 flights per week flying from San Francisco International to Madrid.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco International to Madrid?

The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Madrid is usually October.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Madrid Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Madrid Airport on Monday, 5 October 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Madrid Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 19 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Madrid?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Madrid but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Madrid?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Madrid is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Madrid with?

Currently, Air Canada and Iberia offer the cheapest flight tickets to Madrid.

Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Madrid Airport (MAD): what you need to know

Around 11 hours 20 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Madrid Airport.
The timezone in Madrid is UTC+1, which is nine hours ahead of San Francisco.
To ensure you catch your SFO to MAD flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Iberia has direct flights from San Francisco International Airport to Madrid Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Madrid — and maybe even more of Spain if your schedule allows.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Iberia.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Madrid Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between SFO and MAD include:
- Los Angeles International Airport
- London Heathrow Airport
- Barcelona Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Madrid Airport (MAD)

272 € is the lowest price for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Madrid Airport flight. Return flights start from 497 €. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
To score cheap tickets from SFO to MAD, reserve your trip four months ahead of your planned departure.
Organise your trip for September. That's the cheapest month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Madrid Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
Picking up cheap flights from SFO to MAD couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as fares go down.
Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Madrid Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

Of all flights leaving San Francisco International Airport, 78% land on time at their destination.
To reach San Francisco International Airport from central San Francisco, it'll take around 25 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near SFO? If you're catching an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Madrid Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at Madrid Airport (MAD)

Consider staying in a hotel near MAD if you're taking a late San Francisco International Airport to Madrid Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Madrid Airport rental car and discover Madrid and beyond with your own set of wheels. Record Go, Goldcar and Click and Rent are popular outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Madrid Airport about one week ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.

When to fly to Madrid Airport (MAD)

July is the most popular month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Madrid Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Madrid in March.
The warmest month in Madrid is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Lock in your flights from San Francisco International Airport to Madrid Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SFO to MAD sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Spain

Madrid has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Spain waiting to be discovered. Around 274 kilometres north-east of Madrid, a trip to Zaragoza will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Plaza del Pilar, La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Spain, head for Salamanca, roughly 177 kilometres west of Madrid. Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor are among the biggest draws.