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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Madrid to Los Angeles:

• Earliest: departs at 12:55 pm and lands at 1:26 am
• Latest: departs at 1:00 pm and lands at 1:31 am.

The flight takes about 12h 31m.

Four cabin classes are available on flights from Madrid to Los Angeles:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

Prices vary by airline.

A nonstop flight from Madrid to Los Angeles takes 12h 31m, covering 5,828 miles.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Round-trip flights from Madrid to Los Angeles range from $622 to $992, with an average of $806 over the past 12 months. Anything below $622 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 23% above the $806 route average. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $544 round-trip via Helsinki-Vantaa (HEL), compared to $927 for nonstop.

Iberia is the only airline operating Madrid to Los Angeles flights. 71% of its flights are on time.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $60–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A350-900 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Iberia and Finnair. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A330-200 variants.

Four airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Madrid to Los Angeles flights:

• Iberia
• British Airways
• American Airlines
• Finnair

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

One-way fares from Madrid to Los Angeles are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $519, which is 24% below the typical average for this route.

Los Angeles Airport (LAX) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $4 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Ace
• Thrifty
• Dollar
• Hertz
• Alamo

Flights from Madrid to Los Angeles usually depart from Madrid Barajas (MAD) and arrive at Los Angeles (LAX).

Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Madrid to Los Angeles route, 29% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 3h 19m.

One-stop flights from Madrid to Los Angeles most commonly connect through:

• Lisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS) - 27% of one-stop connections
• Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) - 12% of one-stop connections
• Rome Fiumicino (FCO) - 7% of one-stop connections
• Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) - 6% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 11% on flights from Madrid to Los Angeles. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $756 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $848, a difference of $92.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Only Iberia operates flights between Madrid and Los Angeles.

Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 14h 50m, compared with 14h 54m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 14h 55m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

Los Angeles is 9 hours behind Madrid (Pacific Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Los Angeles are Venice Beach, Los Angeles Convention Center and Crypto.com Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Los Angeles on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Madrid to Los Angeles flights:

• Iberia: offers free seat selection
• British Airways: offers extra legroom
• American Airlines: offers free seat selection
• Aer Lingus: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Iberia: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• British Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Yes, Iberia offers special inflight meals, including gluten-free options. Passengers with food allergies should bring their own food, as Iberia cannot guarantee the absence of traces. Delta Airlines also offers special inflight meals for various dietary preferences and restrictions. Options include vegetarian, vegan, gluten-intolerant, kosher and Halal-Style meals. These meals can be requested in advance during the booking process or by contacting Delta's customer service. Availability may vary depending on the flight route and cabin class.

Flights from Madrid to Los Angeles typically offer several seat classes. On Air Canada, these usually include Economy Class, Premium Economy Class on select international and North American routes and Air Canada Signature Class/Business Class. Each class offers a different level of comfort, amenities and service.