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If it’s your first time heading to the Iberian Peninsula, here are a few simple tips to make your trip even smoother:
City-hopping is easy. Spain and Portugal have excellent train networks (Renfe and Comboios de Portugal), and short flights between major cities are affordable. It’s easy to see two or three cities in one trip.
Stay central. Choose accommodations in historic city centers (like Lisbon’s Baixa or Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter) to be close to sights, dining, and public transportation. Bonus: you’ll feel more immersed in the culture.
Dine like a local. Meals happen later here! Lunch runs from 1–3 p.m., and dinner often starts after 8 p.m. Embrace the relaxed pace—it’s part of the experience.
Brush up on basics. A few words of Spanish or Portuguese go a long way! Most people in tourist areas speak English, but locals appreciate a simple "gracias" or "obrigado."
Slow down and soak it in. The best memories often come from wandering quiet side streets, lingering over coffee, or finding an unexpected plaza buzzing with life. Spain and Portugal are made for discovery.
Whether you’re planning your first European adventure or adding a new chapter to your travel story, Spain and Portugal offer the perfect blend of energy, history, and laid-back beauty.
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PRICES:Â These fares are $300 - $800 below usual!
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Get ready for a European adventure you’ll never forget—Spain and Portugal are both on sale, with roundtrip fares in the $500s–$600s from most of our departure cities!
Travel dates run from September through March, giving you options for fall getaways, holiday adventures, or early 2026 escapes. Whether you’re strolling the colorful streets of Barcelona or sipping port in Porto, this is one of the best opportunities we’ve seen recently to explore the Iberian Peninsula.
Barcelona: GaudĂ’s architecture, seaside promenades, bustling tapas bars, and Gothic Quarter magic.
Madrid: World-class museums, sprawling parks, elegant boulevards, and dynamic nightlife.
Málaga: Gateway to the Costa del Sol—sun-drenched beaches and Picasso’s hometown.
Valencia: Home of paella, futuristic architecture, beautiful old quarters, and sunny beaches.
Lisbon: Charming hillsides, yellow trams, colorful tile facades, and incredible sunsets over the river.
Porto: Riverside romance, famous port wine cellars, and one of Europe’s most atmospheric old towns.
September–October: Mild and warm—highs in the 70s–80s°F (21–28°C)—perfect for sightseeing and beach days without the summer crowds.
November–January: Cooler and festive. Expect highs in the 50s–60s°F (10–18°C), ideal for cozy cafés, holiday markets, and relaxed city exploring.
February–March: Early spring brings mild weather—highs in the 60s°F (15–18°C)—plus fewer tourists and gorgeous blooming parks.
From Barcelona’s beaches to Lisbon’s winding streets, from Madrid’s royal palaces to Porto’s river views, Spain and Portugal offer something for every traveler—and now you can experience them at a fraction of the usual cost.
With fares in the $500s–$600s, now’s the time to plan your Iberian adventure!Â
*Click on flight links below to be directed to sample dates / flights. This is a great starting place to start finding dates that work for you. Prices were valid when this fare alert was assembled - but are subject to change at any moment.
DALLAS:
$562 BARCELONA, SPAIN / AIR CANADA, UNITED / SEP-MAR
$587 MADRID, SPAIN /Â AMERICAN, BRITISH 9:20 NONSTOP /AUG-MAR
$618 MALAGA, SPAIN / AMERICAN, BRITISH /AUG-MAR
$558 LISBON, PORTUGAL /Â AMERICAN, BRITISH /AUG-MAR
$567 MADEIRA, PORTUGAL / AMERICAN / NOV-FEB
AUSTIN:
$622 BARCELONA, SPAIN / AMERICAN / APR-MAY, AUG-MAR
$626 MADRID, SPAIN /Â AMERICAN, BRITISH /AUG-MAR
$631 VALENCIA, SPAIN / UNITED /AUG-MAR
$641 MALAGA, SPAIN / AMERICAN /AUG-MAR
$644 LISBON, PORTUGAL /Â AMERICAN, BRITISH /AUG-MAR
$656 MADEIRA, PORTUGAL / AMERICAN / AUG-MAR
HOUSTON:
$622 BARCELONA, SPAIN / AMERICAN, DELTA / AUG-MAR
$557 MADRID, SPAIN /Â AMERICAN, BRITISH / AUG-MAR
$633 VALENCIA, SPAIN / AMERICAN / AUG-MAR
$633 MALAGA, SPAIN / AMERICAN / AUG-FEB
$644Â PORTO, PORTUGAL / DELTA, UNITEDÂ / AUG-MAR
$634 LISBON, PORTUGAL /Â AMERICAN, BRITISH /AUG-MAR
$656 MADEIRA, PORTUGAL / AMERICAN / AUG-MAR
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XNA:
$622 BARCELONA, SPAIN / UNITED, DELTA, AMERICAN / SEP-MAR
$626 MADRID, SPAIN / AMERICAN, UNITED / SEP-MAR
$633 MALAGA, SPAIN / AMERICAN, DELTA / AUG-MAR
$641 VALENCIA, SPAIN / UNITED / AUG-MAR
$636 PORTO, PORTUGAL /Â AMERICAN, UNITED / OCT-MAR
$648 LISBON, PORTUGAL /Â UNITED, DELTAÂ /Â OCT-MAR
LITTLE ROCK:
$622 BARCELONA, SPAIN / UNITED, DELTA, AMERICAN /Â SEP-MAR
$626 MADRID, SPAIN / AMERICAN, UNITED /Â SEP-MAR
$593 MALAGA, SPAIN / AMERICAN, DELTA /Â AUG-MAR
$647 VALENCIA, SPAIN / UNITED /Â AUG-MAR
$647 PORTO, PORTUGAL /Â AMERICAN, UNITED / OCT-MAR
$655 LISBON, PORTUGAL /Â UNITED, DELTAÂ /Â OCT-MAR
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ST. LOUIS
$622 BARCELONA, SPAIN / UNITED, DELTA, AMERICAN /Â SEP-MAR
$626 MADRID, SPAIN / AMERICAN, UNITED /Â SEP-MAR
$593 MALAGA, SPAIN / AMERICAN, DELTA /Â AUG-MAR
$639 VALENCIA, SPAIN / UNITED /Â AUG-MAR
$647 PORTO, PORTUGAL /Â AMERICAN, UNITED / OCT-MAR
$632 LISBON, PORTUGAL /Â UNITED, DELTAÂ /Â OCT-MAR
KANSAS CITY
$622 BARCELONA, SPAIN / UNITED, DELTA, AMERICAN /Â SEP-MAR
$626 MADRID, SPAIN / AMERICAN, UNITED /Â SEP-MAR
$593 MALAGA, SPAIN / AMERICAN, DELTA /Â AUG-MAR
$641 VALENCIA, SPAIN / UNITED /Â AUG-MAR
$647 PORTO, PORTUGAL /Â AMERICAN, UNITED / OCT-MAR
$618 LISBON, PORTUGAL /Â UNITED, DELTAÂ /Â OCT-MAR
SPRINGFIELD
$622 BARCELONA, SPAIN / UNITED, DELTA, AMERICAN /Â SEP-MAR
$626 MADRID, SPAIN / AMERICAN, UNITED /Â SEP-MAR
$633 MALAGA, SPAIN / AMERICAN, DELTA /Â AUG-MAR
$644 VALENCIA, SPAIN / UNITED /Â AUG-MAR
$647 PORTO, PORTUGAL /Â AMERICAN, UNITED / OCT-MAR
$646 LISBON, PORTUGAL /Â UNITED, DELTAÂ /Â OCT-MAR
JOPLIN
$618 BARCELONA, SPAIN / UNITED /Â SEP-MAR
$642 MADRID, SPAIN / UNITED /Â SEP-MAR
$653 MALAGA, SPAIN /Â UNITED /Â AUG-MAR
$649 VALENCIA, SPAIN / UNITED /Â AUG-MAR
$657 PORTO, PORTUGAL / UNITED / OCT-MAR
$644 LISBON, PORTUGAL /Â UNITED /Â OCT-MAR
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TULSA:
$622 BARCELONA, SPAIN / UNITED, DELTA, AMERICAN /Â SEP-MAR
$626 MADRID, SPAIN / AMERICAN, UNITED /Â SEP-MAR
$593 MALAGA, SPAIN / AMERICAN, DELTA /Â AUG-MAR
$647 VALENCIA, SPAIN / UNITED /Â AUG-MAR
$647 PORTO, PORTUGAL /Â AMERICAN, UNITED / OCT-MAR
$644 LISBON, PORTUGAL /Â UNITED, DELTAÂ /Â OCT-MAR
OKLAHOMA CITY:
$622 BARCELONA, SPAIN / UNITED, DELTA, AMERICAN /Â SEP-MAR
$626 MADRID, SPAIN / AMERICAN, UNITED /Â SEP-MAR
$593 MALAGA, SPAIN / AMERICAN, DELTA /Â AUG-MAR
$647 VALENCIA, SPAIN / UNITED /Â AUG-MAR
$647 PORTO, PORTUGAL /Â AMERICAN, UNITED / OCT-MAR
$644 LISBON, PORTUGAL /Â UNITED, DELTAÂ /Â OCT-MAR
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MEMPHIS:
$622 BARCELONA, SPAIN / UNITED, DELTA, AMERICAN /Â SEP-MAR
$626 MADRID, SPAIN / AMERICAN, UNITED /Â SEP-MAR
$593 MALAGA, SPAIN / AMERICAN, DELTA /Â AUG-MAR
$647 VALENCIA, SPAIN / UNITED /Â AUG-MAR
$647 PORTO, PORTUGAL /Â AMERICAN, UNITED / OCT-MAR
$644 LISBON, PORTUGAL /Â UNITED, DELTAÂ /Â OCT-MAR
NASHVILLE:
$622 BARCELONA, SPAIN / UNITED, DELTA, AMERICAN /Â SEP-MAR
$626 MADRID, SPAIN / AMERICAN, UNITED /Â SEP-MAR
$633 MALAGA, SPAIN / AMERICAN, DELTA /Â AUG-MAR
$637 VALENCIA, SPAIN / UNITED /Â AUG-MAR
$647 PORTO, PORTUGAL /Â AMERICAN, UNITED / OCT-MAR
$629 LISBON, PORTUGAL /Â UNITED, DELTAÂ /Â OCT-MAR
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WICHITA:
$622 BARCELONA, SPAIN / UNITED, DELTA, AMERICAN /Â SEP-MAR
$626 MADRID, SPAIN / AMERICAN, UNITED /Â SEP-MAR
$633 MALAGA, SPAIN / AMERICAN, DELTA /Â AUG-MAR
$647 VALENCIA, SPAIN / UNITED /Â AUG-MAR
$647 PORTO, PORTUGAL /Â AMERICAN, UNITED / OCT-MAR
$644 LISBON, PORTUGAL /Â UNITED, DELTAÂ /Â OCT-MAR
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RALEIGH:
$607 BARCELONA, SPAIN / UNITED, AIR CANADA / SEP-MAR
$547 MADRID, SPAIN /Â DELTAÂ /Â SEP-OCT (600S THRU MAR)
$636 MALAGA, SPAIN / AMERICAN, DELTA /Â AUG-MAR
$633 VALENCIA, SPAIN / UNITED /Â AUG-MAR
$653 PORTO, PORTUGAL /Â AMERICAN, UNITED / OCT-MAR
$595 LISBON, PORTUGAL /Â UNITED, DELTAÂ /Â OCT-MAR
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