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Flight deals from Madrid to San Diego International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Madrid Airport to San Diego International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 12,220. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
San Diego.R 6,130 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from Madrid on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,130, select.
San Diego.R 6,636 per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Aug.One-way flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Madrid on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,636, select.
San Diego.R 7,852 per passenger.Departing Mon, 14 Dec.One-way flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Madrid on Mon, 14 Dec, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,852, select.
San Diego.R 7,890 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Oct.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Madrid on Thu, 15 Oct, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,890, select.
San Diego.R 7,971 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Nov.One-way flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Madrid on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,971, select.
San Diego.R 8,001 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 Jan.One-way flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Madrid on Sat, 30 Jan, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,001, select.
San Diego.R 8,346 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Mar.One-way flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Madrid on Thu, 11 Mar, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,346, select.
San Diego.R 8,543 per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 Apr.One-way flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Madrid on Wed, 21 Apr, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,543, select.
San Diego.R 8,543 per passenger.Departing Sun, 28 Feb.One-way flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Madrid on Sun, 28 Feb, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,543, select.
San Diego.R 9,511 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 May.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Madrid on Tue, 18 May, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,511, select.
San Diego.R 9,574 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Jun.One-way flight with Finnair.Outbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Madrid on Mon, 7 Jun, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,574, select.
San Diego.R 10,894 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Jul.One-way flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Madrid on Wed, 15 Jul, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,894, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Madrid to San Diego International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Madrid to San Diego International flights are currently cheapest in September.
Jul
from R 10,894
Aug
from R 6,636
Sep
from R 6,130
Oct
from R 7,890
Nov
from R 7,971
Dec
from R 7,852
Jan
from R 8,001
Feb
from R 8,543
Mar
from R 8,346
Apr
from R 8,543
May
from R 9,511
Jun
from R 9,574

Madrid to San Diego International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Madrid to San Diego below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than San Diego International.

San Diego International

4km from central San Diego
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McClellan-Palomar

48km from central San Diego
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Madrid to San Diego: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 6,130
Cheapest month to flySeptember

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Madrid to San Diego International is R 11,086. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Madrid to San Diego International. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 11,086.
As of July 2026, there are no flights flying from Madrid to San Diego International.
The cheapest month to fly from Madrid to San Diego International is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Madrid Airport to San Diego International Airport on Monday, 21 September 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Madrid Airport and San Diego International Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 San Diego International 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.

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

Currently, TAP Air Portugal offers the cheapest flight tickets to San Diego International.

Travelling from Madrid Airport (MAD) to San Diego International Airport (SAN): what you need to know

  • San Diego is nine hours behind Madrid and follows the UTC-8 timezone.

  • Your MAD to SAN flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.

  • Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Madrid Airport to San Diego International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between MAD and SAN:

    • Dallas Fort Worth International Airport

    • Charlotte Douglas Airport

    • London Heathrow Airport

Handy information about Madrid Airport (MAD)

  • When it comes to Madrid Airport's on-time performance, 77% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

  • Madrid Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Madrid. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Madrid Airport to San Diego International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near MAD:

Arriving at San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Getting from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to central San Diego

  • The address for SAN is N Harbour Dr.

  • San Diego International Airport is roughly 5 kilometres from the centre of San Diego. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.

  • Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 25 minutes.

When to fly to San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • August is the busiest month for flights from Madrid Airport to San Diego International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit San Diego in March.

  • When booking your flight from Madrid Airport to San Diego International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in San Diego, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).

  • February has average temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MAD to SAN sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of the United States

  • You've visited San Diego, now it's time to explore other parts of the United States. Travel around 177 kilometres north-west to Los Angeles to check off its top attractions. From Hollywood Sign to Universal Studios Hollywood and Hollywood Bowl, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • Around 483 kilometres east of San Diego, Phoenix is another essential stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Camelback Mountain, Yayoi Kusama Fireflies Infinity Mirror Room and Heard Museum.

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