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Four cabin classes are available on flights from San Francisco to Madrid:

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

Prices vary by airline.

A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Madrid takes 00m, covering 5,794 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 San Francisco to Madrid range from $646 to $1,147, with an average of $845 over the past 12 months. Anything below $646 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 4% above the $845 route average. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $625 round-trip via Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH), compared to $988 for nonstop.

Iberia is the only airline operating San Francisco to Madrid flights. 81% of its flights are on time.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $64–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

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

Four airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on San Francisco to Madrid flights:

• Iberia
• British Airways
• Aer Lingus
• 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 San Francisco to Madrid are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $350, which is 33% below the typical average for this route.

Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $2 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Record go
• Goldcar Rental SP
• CLICK RENT
• Centauro
• Alamo

Flights from San Francisco to Madrid usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Madrid Barajas (MAD).

Evening flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

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 San Francisco to Madrid route, 19% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 3h 07m.

One-stop flights from San Francisco to Madrid most commonly connect through:

• Lisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS) - 39% of one-stop connections
• London Heathrow (LHR) - 9% of one-stop connections
• Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 8% of one-stop connections
• Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) - 7% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 21% on flights from San Francisco to Madrid. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $746 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $938, a difference of $192.

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

Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 15h 24m, compared with 15h 35m via Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) and 15h 41m via Zurich (ZRH).

Madrid is 9 hours ahead of San Francisco (Central European Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Madrid are Plaza Mayor, Puerta del Sol and Estado Santiago Bernabéu. These are among the most viewed places in Madrid on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating San Francisco to Madrid flights:

• Iberia: offers free seat selection
• American Airlines: offers free seat selection
• Aer Lingus: offers free seat selection
• Finnair: offers free seat selection
• Alaska Airlines: 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
• American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Aer Lingus: 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.

Travelers should arrive at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) at least three hours before an international flight to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas International Airport (MAD). That allows time for check-in, security and reaching the boarding gate. SFO also has TSA PreCheck and Clear biometrics lanes.

Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) runs directly to and from SFO on a regular schedule. The ride from the airport to downtown takes 30 minutes one way.

Madrid’s Metro is a popular, easy-to-use airport transit option. The Airport Express bus is affordable but slower, while taxis provide direct service with variable fares.

Yes, major international and regional car rental companies operate at MAD. Car rental desks are on Floor 0 of Terminal 1 and Floor -1 of Terminal 4. Operating hours vary.

Yes, both airports offer family-friendly facilities. SFO has play areas in Terminals 1, 2 and 3. Each terminal also has a nursery for added privacy. At MAD, play areas are located in the boarding zones of Terminal T4 by gate J58, Terminal T2 opposite gate C46 and T4S near gate S11. The airport also has free children's areas in different terminals and children must be accompanied by a responsible adult. An infant room is also available in Terminal T2.

Yes, some flights on this route have on-demand videos. Entertainment options are shown by expanding the plane details. On the Wamos Air-operated-for-Avianca service through San Salvador, on-demand videos are available through a seatback console on the second leg.

Yes, Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) has accessible facilities and offers a barrier-free assistance service. When assistance is requested at least 48 hours before the scheduled departure time, an assistant can help travelers disembark, reach the baggage reclaim hall and get to the specified meeting point.

Yes, SFO offers long-term parking. Parking garages are located across from the terminals and a more affordable long-term lot is just off I-380.