Anyone looking for a good fare from the US to Spain should have a look at the Aer Lingus website. They have some big discounts on fares to Dublin, from where you can connect with Ryanair to places like Biarritz and Madrid.
Aer Lingus: a grand airline; but I would say that, wouldn't I.
Brian.
edit: Just be aware that Ryanair levy a charge for each checked bag. Currently the charge is €15 for one bag & airport check-in. There is also a levy of €5 per flight when using credit card.
I always fly Aer Lingus when flying to Ireland (which I do rather often) and can recommend them highly! Great food, good service, outstanding safety record .. I wouldn't fly to Ireland any other way.
Aer Lingus Sale? But will Ryanair buy them!
Seriously I usually fly with Aer Lingus or Iberia to Madrid/Barcelona and connect to Pamplona with my bikes. Would be afraid to ry Ryanair with bikes.
Its getting harder and harder to bring bikes by plane. Very frustrating.