Cheap Flights from Madrid (MAD) to San Francisco (SFO)

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Cheap Flights from Madrid (MAD) to San Francisco (SFO)

Prices were available within the past 7 days for one-way flights and round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Lufthansa
Lufthansa
Air Canada
Air Canada
ITA Airways
Swiss International Air Lines
Delta
Delta
United
United

Find the cheapest month to fly from Madrid (MAD) to San Francisco (SFO)

February is typically the cheapest month to fly

From AU$622 - AU$1,411 per traveller.

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Flight from Madrid to San Francisco route information
Origin airport
Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas
Destination airport
San Francisco Intl.
Airlines serving
Aer Lingus, Air Canada, Air Europa, Air France, American Airlines, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Delta, Finnair, ITA Airways, Iberia, KLM, Lufthansa, Swiss International Air Lines, TAP Portugal, Turkish Airlines, United, Virgin Atlantic
Return price
AU$930
Distance
9278 km
Average flight time
12 hours 35 mins

Your quick guide to flights from Madrid to San Francisco

Pick up great flights from Madrid to San Francisco

With Expedia, you have your pick of 7 flights a day with 20 airlines covering flights from Madrid to San Francisco. Whether you’re on a business trip, a family holiday or a luxury break, just enter your travel dates, hit search then check out your choice of flights. Select from return, one way or multi-city flights, and use the advance search tool if you want a direct or refundable flight. You can narrow your search to show you just your preferred cabin class and airline, too. It’s all easy. You can book direct flights from Madrid to San Francisco that take around 12 hours.

Find cheap flights from Madrid to San Francisco

From the great flight deals with prices currently ranging from AU$930 to AU$2,075, you can choose to see the cheapest flights first. Generally, you can book the cheapest flights from Madrid to San Francisco around 4 to 6 weeks in advance. If your travel dates are flexible, try to avoid weekends and peak seasons – when you are more likely to grab the lowest prices. Even last minute, there are some impressive deals. The cheapest time to fly to San Francisco is normally in April.

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from MAD to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Start packing your suitcase, because round-trip journeys from Madrid–Barajas Airport to San Francisco Airport start from AU$930. That's based on airfares available within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year. Prices can change quickly, so book today to secure the best deal. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from MAD to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
The majority of flights can be conveniently cancelled online, but whether you are charged a fee varies between airlines. If you do need to cancel your getaway, follow the instructions in the Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from Madrid–Barajas Airport to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for Madrid Airport to San Francisco Airport flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from Madrid Airport to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
You'll have 9 300 kilometres to cover on the long-haul Madrid to San Francisco route. Wear layers of comfortable clothes and consider taking a pair of noise-cancelling earphones.
Which airlines fly direct from Madrid Airport to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Right now, no airlines offer flights directly from Madrid Airport to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). You'll have to book a flight with one or more stops. To score the best price and connections, lock in your airfare well in advance.
Are Madrid–Barajas Airport to San Francisco Airport flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Booking last minute from MAD to San Francisco Airport can be hit-or-miss. You may be able to score a bargain, but you could also miss out completely! If you'd rather play it safe and start your trip planning early on, Expedia compares flight deals up to 12 months in advance. Just remember that not all airlines release their prices that far in advance. Our top tip? Check back often as updates are made regularly.

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