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$322+ Cheap flights from Costa Rica to Madrid, Spain (MAD)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — MAD
févr. 25 — mars 41
mer. 2/25
mer. 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Costa Rica to Madrid

Cheapest flights from Costa Rica to Madrid
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Costa Rica to Madrid. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on janvier 26, 2026.

This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 2/178:30 pm
SJO
-
MAD
1 stop34h 10m
Multiple Airlines
mar. 3/108:05 pm
MAD
-
SJO
1 stop28h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/26$561
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 2/36:15 pm
SJO
-
MAD
Nonstop9h 50m
Iberia
mar. 2/1712:25 pm
MAD
-
SJO
Nonstop11h 10m
Iberia
Deal found 1/26$563
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 2/106:15 pm
SJO
-
MAD
Nonstop9h 50m
Iberia
mar. 2/2412:25 pm
MAD
-
SJO
Nonstop11h 10m
Iberia
Deal found 1/24$567
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 2/310:00 pm
SJO
-
MAD
Nonstop10h 00m
Iberojet
sam. 3/72:45 pm
MAD
-
SJO
Nonstop11h 15m
Iberojet
Deal found 1/25$570
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 2/178:30 pm
SJO
-
MAD
1 stop30h 45m
Multiple Airlines
dim. 3/16:45 pm
MAD
-
SJO
1 stop27h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/25$573
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dim. 2/18:30 pm
SJO
-
MAD
1 stop32h 40m
Multiple Airlines
mer. 4/2910:05 am
MAD
-
SJO
1 stop15h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/26$576
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 2/106:15 pm
SJO
-
MAD
Nonstop9h 50m
Iberia
mar. 2/1712:25 pm
MAD
-
SJO
Nonstop11h 10m
Iberia
Deal found 1/26$577
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dim. 2/18:30 pm
SJO
-
MAD
1 stop30h 45m
KLM
mer. 4/296:00 am
MAD
-
SJO
2 stops19h 10m
KLM
Deal found 1/26$584
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 8/117:45 pm
SJO
-
MAD
1 stop14h 20m
Avianca
ven. 8/285:00 pm
MAD
-
SJO
1 stop25h 05m
Avianca
Deal found 1/25$585
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 8/117:45 pm
SJO
-
MAD
1 stop14h 20m
Avianca
lun. 8/312:10 am
MAD
-
SJO
1 stop14h 35m
Avianca
Deal found 1/24$586
This Iberojet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Iberojet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 2/310:00 pm
SJO
-
MAD
Nonstop10h 00m
Iberojet
mar. 2/242:45 pm
MAD
-
SJO
Nonstop11h 15m
Iberojet
Deal found 1/26$587

Find flight deals from Costa Rica to Madrid

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Costa Rica to Madrid flight deals. Data was last updated janvier 26, 2026.

Most accurate provider

Gotogate
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Gotogate
3 stars

Round-trip from

$561
(KLM)

One-way from

$322
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$818

Good round-trip deal

$690 or less

Good one-way deal

$407 or less
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One-way flight from Costa Rica to Madrid Barajas
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($42 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($21 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Costa Rica to Madrid Barajas.
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Costa Rica to Madrid that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated janvier 26, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Costa Rica to Madrid that are best for you.

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Costa Rica

Fly to

Madrid

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San JoséMadrid

SJO - MAD

SJOMAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 2/24

10:00 pm-3:00 pm

Nonstop10h 00m

Madrid Barajas

mar. 3/10

2:45 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop11h 15m

$640

San JoséMadrid

SJO - MAD

SJOMAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

sam. 1/31

10:00 pm-3:00 pm

Nonstop10h 00m

Madrid Barajas

sam. 2/28

2:45 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop11h 15m

$640

San JoséMadrid

SJO - MAD

SJOMAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 2/3

10:00 pm-3:00 pm

Nonstop10h 00m

Madrid Barajas

mar. 2/10

2:45 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop11h 15m

$640

San JoséMadrid

SJO - MAD

SJOMAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

sam. 2/7

10:00 pm-3:00 pm

Nonstop10h 00m

Madrid Barajas

mar. 2/17

2:45 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop11h 15m

$640

San JoséMadrid

SJO - MAD

SJOMAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 3/10

10:00 pm-3:00 pm

Nonstop10h 00m

Madrid Barajas

mar. 3/17

2:45 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop11h 15m

$680

San JoséMadrid

SJO - MAD

SJOMAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

sam. 2/21

10:00 pm-3:00 pm

Nonstop10h 00m

Madrid Barajas

sam. 3/14

2:45 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop11h 15m

$719

San JoséMadrid

SJO - MAD

SJOMAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 3/17

10:00 pm-3:00 pm

Nonstop10h 00m

Madrid Barajas

mar. 4/14

2:20 pm-5:10 pm

Nonstop10h 50m

$744

San JoséMadrid

SJO - MAD

SJOMAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

ven. 4/17

1:21 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop14h 54m

Madrid Barajas

sam. 5/30

6:00 am-4:45 pm

1 stop18h 45m

$760

San JoséMadrid

SJO - MAD

SJOMAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 4/13

1:21 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop14h 54m

Madrid Barajas

dim. 4/26

12:20 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop36h 50m

$773

San JoséMadrid

SJO - MAD

SJOMAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jeu. 4/23

1:21 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop14h 54m

Madrid Barajas

dim. 5/3

1:05 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop35h 15m

$782

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Costa Rica to Madrid

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Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Costa Rica to Madrid

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Costa Rica to Madrid?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to Madrid (average of $519). Flying from Costa Rica to Madrid in December is currently the most expensive (average of $675). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CR to MAD?

Find hourly flight availability from Costa Rica to Madrid. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated janvier 26, 2026.

When flying from Costa Rica to Madrid, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Costa Rica to Madrid

Explore weekly flight availability from Costa Rica to Madrid. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated janvier 26, 2026.

The most flights from CR0 to MAD are scheduled on a Tuesday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

How often are flights from Costa Rica to Madrid delayed?

About 28% of weekly flights between Costa Rica and Madrid have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 170 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Costa Rica to Madrid flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Costa Rica to Madrid flights?

Over the last year, Iberia have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 23% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Madrid

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Madrid. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Madrid. Reviews last updated janvier 26, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM, Air France, and Iberia from Costa Rica to Madrid to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,442 reviews

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,442 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,442 reviews

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,525 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,442 reviews

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Iberia
7.0
Good
3,098 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,442 reviews

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Avianca
6.6
Okay
2,491 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,442 reviews

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Costa Rica to Madrid. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Madrid from Costa Rica?

    If you book a flight to Madrid from Costa Rica, you will be flying to Barajas, which is the city’s only airport. Madrid Barajas (MAD) is located 8.5 mi from the center of Madrid.

  • How popular is this Costa Rica to Madrid flight route?

    Within the past month, 41 users have taken a look at flights from Costa Rica to Madrid Barajas.

  • How long is the flight from Costa Rica to Madrid?

    Iberojet can get you from Costa Rica to Madrid in just under 10h. Your travel time will be generally consistent. The distance from Costa Rica to Madrid is about 5278 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Costa Rica to Madrid one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Costa Rica to Madrid are Iberia ($280), Iberojet ($384), and Air France ($475).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Costa Rica to Madrid?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Costa Rica to Madrid consider choosing Iberojet (94%), Qatar Airways (62%) or Iberia (62%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Costa Rica to Madrid?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,217 for a flight from Costa Rica to Madrid. The cheapest flight overall is $331 while the most popular route, (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Madrid Barajas) is currently priced at $570.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Costa Rica to Madrid that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Costa Rica to Madrid flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Costa Rica to Madrid?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Costa Rica to Madrid.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Costa Rica to Madrid?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Costa Rica to Madrid by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Costa Rica to Madrid?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to Madrid (average of $519). Flying from Costa Rica to Madrid in December is currently the most expensive (average of $675). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 8 airlines flying from Costa Rica to Madrid

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Costa Rica to Madrid. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated janvier 26, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air FranceCheapest$499Average$692FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
AviancaCheapest$546Average$797FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
IberiaCheapest$549Average$962FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$559Average$821FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
IberojetCheapest$573Average$730FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$669Average$784FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$685Average$833FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air EuropaCheapest$819Average$1,088FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%

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