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Flights from Madrid to Los Angeles

Nonstop flights from Madrid (MAD) to Los Angeles (LAX) take about 12h 14m (9,385 km). Iberia flies it. Lowest fare seen: $397 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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Airlines flying Madrid to Los Angeles

Carriers on MAD–LAX according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Iberianonstop fare seen

Madrid to Los Angeles fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Apr 2027, from $397 one-way. With stops: Apr 2027, from $280. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$225523 Oct 2026 · Iberia$606 · 1 stop31 Oct 2026
Nov 2026$86315 Nov 2026 · Iberia$491 · 1 stop16 Nov 2026
Dec 2026—$413 · 1 stop10 Dec 2026
Jan 2027$15521 Jan 2027 · Iberia$391 · 1 stop16 Jan 2027
Feb 2027$5603 Feb 2027 · Iberia$439 · 3 stops3 Feb 2027
Mar 2027—$399 · 1 stop6 Mar 2027
Apr 2027$39726 Apr 2027 · Iberia$280 · 1 stop26 Apr 2027
May 2027$58921 May 2027 · Iberia$483 · 2 stops21 May 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Later departures were cheaper: from $280 in April 2027, against $491 for November 2026.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 6 of 6 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Madrid to Los Angeles, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Los Angeles

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USA is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — Madrid to Los Angeles flights

How long is the flight from Madrid to Los Angeles?
A nonstop flight from Madrid (MAD) to Los Angeles (LAX) takes about 12h 14m, covering 9,385 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Madrid from Los Angeles by air?
The great-circle distance between Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport and Los Angeles International Airport is 9,385 km (5,832 miles), a ultra long-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Madrid to Los Angeles?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the MAD–LAX route include Iberia. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Madrid to Los Angeles cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on MAD–LAX was $397 USD with Iberia (nonstop), departing 26 Apr 2027, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Madrid to Los Angeles?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in April 2027 were cheapest, from $280 one-way, against $606 for October 2026, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Madrid to Los Angeles?
In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $280 with one stop against $397 nonstop, a saving of $117. Nonstop saves the connection time.
Do I need a visa to travel from Spain to USA?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter USA visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.
What is the best time to visit Los Angeles?
USA is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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