Route
Madrid (MAD) to San Francisco (SFO) flights
The Madrid → San Francisco route covers about 9,329 km. A typical non-stop flight from MAD to SFO takes around 12h 10m, depending on aircraft and winds.
Distance
9,329 km
5,797 mi
Flight time
12h 10m
Non-stop estimate
From
MAD · Madrid
Spain
To
SFO · San Francisco
United States
Time zone & jet lag
San Francisco is 9 hours behind Madrid: you're flying west, jet lag is usually easier to handle.
EU261 protects this route on departure
Madrid is in the EU/EEA, so EU Regulation 261/2004 applies regardless of the operating carrier. If the flight is cancelled or arrives 3+ hours late, you may be entitled to up to €600.
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United States
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