How to Get from the US to Spain, Portugal, and Morocco with Direct Flights

More than fifteen U.S. airports offer direct flights to Spain, Portugal, and Morocco. But eleven stand out for their connectivity, frequency, and variety of options: New York, Miami, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Washington, D.C., Philadelphia, Atlanta, and Newark.

Major airlines such as American Airlines, Delta, United, TAP Air Portugal, Iberia, Air Europa, and Royal Air Maroc operate daily routes from these cities, especially between April and October, that make crossing the Atlantic a comfortable, direct, and hassle-free experience.

For many, flying is part of their daily routine. That’s why traveling to Europe is no longer seen as an odyssey but as a natural way to seek inspiration, history, and beauty. Take a night flight, watch a movie, get some rest, and enjoy the dawn over the Iberian Peninsula.

Traveling from the United States to Spain takes an average of 7 to 9 hours. Just one night separates the fast pace of Manhattan from the golden calm of Seville or the artistic bustle of Barcelona.

The main gateways are Madrid and Barcelona, both of which are connected to multiple secondary destinations thanks to an excellent network of trains and domestic flights. From New York, Miami, Dallas, or Los Angeles, Iberia and American Airlines offer daily direct flights. Air Europa, for its part, provides connections from Miami and New York to Madrid, a service especially valued by Americans.

One of the biggest advantages is that, upon landing, you are already in the heart of the country. There’s no need for long layovers or airport transfers. From the same terminal, you can connect to high-speed trains or domestic flights that will take you to diverse destinations such as Valencia, Bilbao, or Granada in a few hours.

From the east coast of the United States, Lisbon is only a 6- or 7-hour flight away.

TAP Air Portugal has perfected this route, offering direct flights from Boston, New York, Newark, Miami, Chicago, Washington, D.C., and San Francisco with a modern fleet and services tailored to North American passengers. Portuguese charm begins even before you land. Flights usually arrive at dawn, when Lisbon is bathed in soft light over the Tagus River.

From there, the country unfolds like a living postcard: Porto and the Douro Valley, the beaches of the Algarve, and the white villages of the Alentejo.

To Carameltrail, Portugal is more than just a neighboring country to Spain; it’s part of the shared Iberian soul that fascinates North American travelers. Many of our itineraries combine both countries, blending the power of fado with the magic of flamenco in tours carefully designed by our local specialists.

Traveling between Portugal and Spain is easy, too. By train or car, Lisbon and Madrid are only a few hours apart. So, what starts as a direct flight from the United States becomes a journey of connected, authentic, and meaningful experiences.

If mystery, colors, and the scent of the exotic appeal to you, know that Morocco is closer than it seems. In about eight to ten hours of flight time, you can travel from the skylines of New York or Miami to the souks of Marrakech or the dunes of the Sahara.

Royal Air Maroc offers direct flights from New York, Washington, D.C., Miami, and Boston to Casablanca, its main hub. From there, you can easily reach Fez, Marrakech, or Tangier. The airline has invested in a service that combines Arab hospitality with international standards, making the journey part of the experience.

From Casablanca or Marrakech, Spain and Portugal are so close that many travelers opt for a triangular route: USA – Spain – Morocco – USA. Carameltrail designs this type of multicultural experience, where travelers not only change countries but also atmospheres, rhythms, and perspectives.

You can experience a sunrise in the desert, dinner by the Atlantic Ocean, and a stroll through the courtyards of Córdoba, all without transfers becoming an obstacle. Today’s connectivity allows the adventure to flow naturally, as if the destinations were calling out to each other.

One factor that greatly influences the travel experience is the comfort of the journey. Direct flights save time and reduce stress. They also avoid the risk of lost luggage and allow you to make better use of your energy and enthusiasm on the first day.

Peak season, from April to October, coincides with the best times to visit these destinations: spring in Andalusia, summer in the Douro Valley, and autumn in the Moroccan Atlas Mountains. This means travelers can choose from multiple daily options, flexible schedules, and competitive fares.

Additionally, the increase in direct routes has boosted connections for second stopovers within Europe, making it easier to explore without complications. For example, Madrid to Lisbon is just an hour’s flight, and Lisbon to Marrakech is less than two hours. Everything fits together like a puzzle designed for those who want to experience more and travel less.

At Carameltrail, we understand that connectivity is both a powerful tool and an emotion. Traveling is not just about getting from one place to another; it’s about anticipating what’s to come. That’s why we design itineraries that take full advantage of this modern, efficient air network so every minute of your trip counts.

Ease of arrival is only the first step. What transforms a trip is what happens after landing. That’s where Carameltrail’s value comes into play.

We are a local agency with a presence in Spain, Portugal, and Morocco that specializes in North American travelers. This means we understand how you travel, what you expect, and your schedule. Each itinerary is designed by hand to combine comfort and authenticity.

Our local guides are more than just companions; they are storytellers, cultural translators, and guardians of experiences. They know where to find the best tapas bar in Madrid, the perfect time to see the light on the tiles of Lisbon, and the corner of the Moroccan desert with the purest silence.

It all starts with something as simple—and powerful—as a direct flight. When there are no stopovers, the journey begins earlier, feels closer, and is experienced more intensely.

There’s something almost symbolic about the fact that a plane can take you across the ocean in less than a day. The journey becomes a bridge between cultures, showing you that distance is merely an illusion.

Spain, Portugal, and Morocco share a warm and hospitable energy that resonates with American travelers: living history, inspiring landscapes, and a way of life that invites you to slow down. Each destination has its own rhythm, but all three are united by something deeper: a sense of emotional closeness.

At Carameltrail, we embrace this idea, bringing worlds closer together through travel. We like to think that even if you are thousands of miles away, these places are only a flight away from your story, your next adventure, or your moment of disconnect.