Which airlines fly direct between San Francisco and Madrid?

Airlines operating direct flights include United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Iberia, Air Europa.

What is the cheapest fare for this route?

Recorded one-way fares on Prymeo start from as low as $619 depending on season and advance booking.

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Flights from San Francisco to Madrid

Q: How long is the flight from San Francisco to Madrid?

The average nonstop flight time from San Francisco (SFO) to Madrid (MAD) is approximately 11h 40m covering a distance of 9331 km.

San Francisco International (SFO) → Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas (MAD)

Fares From$619

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Flight Time

11h 40m

Nonstop average

Distance

9331 km

Air route corridor

Best Time to Fly

April - June & September - October (Optimal climate)

Pleasant weather

Extra Fees

$0.00

Zero commission

Route Overview: San Francisco to Madrid

Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Madrid (MAD). Compare United Airlines fares from $619 with 0% fees on Prymeo.

Prymeo aggregates real-time flight availability directly from both low-cost carriers and legacy full-service airlines. When searching for tickets between San Francisco International and Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas, our technology checks multiple booking systems in parallel so you never miss a flash sale or promotional discount.

Direct Carriers on This Corridor

United Airlines

Alaska Airlines

Iberia

Air Europa

Quick Flight Facts & Corridor Specifications

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Route Corridor	San Francisco (SFO) to Madrid (MAD)
Flight Distance	9,331 kilometers / 5,798 miles
Average Flight Duration	11h 40m (nonstop)
Starting Fare	From $619 (0% added booking fees)
Operating Airlines	United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Iberia, Air Europa
Optimal Travel Season	April - June & September - October (Optimal climate)

Return Flight Route

Madrid (MAD) to San Francisco (SFO)

Nonstop return tickets from $619 · 0% booking markup

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Frequently Asked Questions About This Route

How long is the flight from San Francisco to Madrid?

The nonstop flight takes approximately 11h 40m, traversing 9331 km.

How far in advance should I book my flight?

For the best rates, we recommend booking between 3 to 6 weeks before your desired departure date, particularly during peak summer and holiday seasons.