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$354+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to Madrid, Spain (MAD)

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SJO — MAD
Jan 11 — Jan 181
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Madrid Barajas are usually found in February or November, booked 71 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Saturday

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This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/136:15 pmSJO - MAD
Nonstop10h 25mIberia
Tue 1/2012:25 pmMAD - SJO
Nonstop11h 10mIberia
Deal found 12/11$616
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Wed 12/108:05 pmSJO - MAD
1 stop14h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/2411:15 amMAD - SJO
1 stop17h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$694
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/236:15 pmSJO - MAD
Nonstop9h 50mIberia
Wed 12/3112:25 pmMAD - SJO
Nonstop11h 25mIberia
Deal found 12/11$738
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/136:15 pmSJO - MAD
Nonstop10h 25mIberia
Wed 12/3112:25 pmMAD - SJO
Nonstop11h 25mIberia
Deal found 12/11$764
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Sun 12/148:05 pmSJO - MAD
1 stop30h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/2511:15 amMAD - SJO
1 stop17h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$768
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Sat 12/276:15 pmSJO - MAD
Nonstop10h 25mIberia
Wed 1/2112:25 pmMAD - SJO
Nonstop11h 10mIberia
Deal found 12/11$780
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/286:15 pmSJO - MAD
Nonstop9h 50mIberia
Sat 1/1712:25 pmMAD - SJO
Nonstop11h 10mIberia
Deal found 12/11$791
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/306:15 pmSJO - MAD
Nonstop9h 50mIberia
Sun 1/1812:25 pmMAD - SJO
Nonstop11h 10mIberia
Deal found 12/11$806
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
Wed 12/318:30 pmSJO - MAD
1 stop19h 55mKLM
Wed 3/116:00 amMAD - SJO
1 stop19h 25mKLM
Deal found 12/9$810
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/168:05 pmSJO - MAD
1 stop16h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/2011:15 amMAD - SJO
1 stop18h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$819
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Tue 12/308:30 pmSJO - MAD
1 stop19h 55mKLM
Tue 1/2011:15 amMAD - SJO
1 stop18h 00mKLM
Deal found 12/10$820
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Wed 12/108:05 pmSJO - MAD
1 stop20h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/1811:15 amMAD - SJO
1 stop18h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$821

Find flight deals from San José to Madrid

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) to Madrid (MAD). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Gotogate
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Gotogate
3 stars

Round-trip from

$593
(Avianca)

One-way from

$354
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,021

Good round-trip deal

$598 or less

Good one-way deal

$371 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for San José Juan Santamaria Intl-Madrid Barajas flight deals.
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From San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Madrid Barajas
One-way flight from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Madrid Barajas
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($38 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($20 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Madrid Barajas.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Madrid Barajas.

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San José 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 December 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San José to Madrid that are best for you.

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San JoséMadrid

SJO - MAD

SJOMAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 6/2

7:40 pm-1:55 pm

Nonstop10h 15m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 6/13

3:50 pm-6:40 pm

Nonstop10h 50m

$666

San JoséMadrid

SJO - MAD

SJOMAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 6/6

9:10 pm-3:25 pm

Nonstop10h 15m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 6/13

3:50 pm-6:40 pm

Nonstop10h 50m

$666

San JoséMadrid

SJO - MAD

SJOMAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/10

10:00 pm-3:00 pm

Nonstop10h 00m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 3/17

2:45 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop11h 15m

$680

San JoséMadrid

SJO - MAD

SJOMAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 4/28

7:40 pm-1:55 pm

Nonstop10h 15m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 5/12

2:20 pm-5:10 pm

Nonstop10h 50m

$680

San JoséMadrid

SJO - MAD

SJOMAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 2/21

10:00 pm-3:00 pm

Nonstop10h 00m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 3/10

2:45 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop11h 15m

$681

San JoséMadrid

SJO - MAD

SJOMAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/8

1:20 pm-9:35 am

1 stop36h 15m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 4/22

6:00 am-5:10 pm

1 stop19h 10m

$686

San JoséMadrid

SJO - MAD

SJOMAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/17

10:00 pm-3:00 pm

Nonstop10h 00m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 2/24

2:45 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop11h 15m

$692

San JoséMadrid

SJO - MAD

SJOMAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/23

9:10 pm-3:25 pm

Nonstop10h 15m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 6/13

3:50 pm-6:40 pm

Nonstop10h 50m

$706

San JoséMadrid

SJO - MAD

SJOMAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/23

9:10 pm-3:25 pm

Nonstop10h 15m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 6/6

3:50 pm-6:40 pm

Nonstop10h 50m

$706

San JoséMadrid

SJO - MAD

SJOMAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 1/24

10:00 pm-3:00 pm

Nonstop10h 00m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 2/3

2:45 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop11h 15m

$771

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San José to Madrid in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San José-Madrid flights, users find the pricing of Gotogate to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Gotogate Users can find the same prices on San José-Madrid flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Gotogate >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San José-Madrid flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San José-Madrid flights, Cheapflights users trust Gotogate the most. Gotogate has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San José-Madrid flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San José to Madrid

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Madrid from San José with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San José to Madrid

How far ahead should I book a flight from San José to Madrid?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San José to Madrid. Price data was last updated on December 5, 2025.

Booking 71 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San José to Madrid. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San José to Madrid?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Madrid (average of $527). Flying from San José to Madrid in December is currently the most expensive (average of $678). 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 SJO to MAD?

Find hourly flight availability from San José 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 December 12, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San José to Madrid in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 26% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San José to Madrid?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San José to Madrid. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San José to Madrid flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San José to Madrid?

The best insider tips for San José to Madrid flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your San José to Madrid trip
Airports
SJO

Leave for SJO with sufficient time to clear security. Self-check kiosks and baggage drop-off are available, but arrive at least 3 hours before your flight.

MAD

Upon arrival at MAD, consider using the Express Airport Bus for a straightforward trip to central spots like Atocha and Cibeles.

Our travel experts
Lori Zaino

Lori Zaino

Expert on MAD

Lori Zaino

Lori Zaino

US-born but now based in Spain, Lori's visited 60 countries---and written about them for publications like CNN, Forbes, The Points Guy, NBC, and TripAdvisor. She loves combining affordable adventures with luxury travel experiences and feels equally at home salsa dancing in Colombia, sipping wine in a French castle, or backpacking through Malaysia.

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Marisa Garcia

Expert on SJO

Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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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 December 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air France, Air Canada, and Iberia from San José to Madrid by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.2

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.4

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

SYLVIA,Apr 2025

TLV - CDG

A newer plane. The flight from TelAviv to Paris was on a new aircraft, wider seat. ,more privacy. Nice toilets. The flight from Paris to Santiago Chile was on a very old aircraft. Awful toilets, outmoded sits etc.

Crew

8.2

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.4

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

SYLVIA,Apr 2025

TLV - CDG

A newer plane. The flight from TelAviv to Paris was on a new aircraft, wider seat. ,more privacy. Nice toilets. The flight from Paris to Santiago Chile was on a very old aircraft. Awful toilets, outmoded sits etc.

Crew

8.2

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.4

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

SYLVIA,Apr 2025

TLV - CDG

A newer plane. The flight from TelAviv to Paris was on a new aircraft, wider seat. ,more privacy. Nice toilets. The flight from Paris to Santiago Chile was on a very old aircraft. Awful toilets, outmoded sits etc.

Crew

8.2

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.4

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

SYLVIA,Apr 2025

TLV - CDG

A newer plane. The flight from TelAviv to Paris was on a new aircraft, wider seat. ,more privacy. Nice toilets. The flight from Paris to Santiago Chile was on a very old aircraft. Awful toilets, outmoded sits etc.

Crew

8.2

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.4

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

SYLVIA,Apr 2025

TLV - CDG

A newer plane. The flight from TelAviv to Paris was on a new aircraft, wider seat. ,more privacy. Nice toilets. The flight from Paris to Santiago Chile was on a very old aircraft. Awful toilets, outmoded sits etc.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San José to Madrid. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from San José to Madrid?

    If you book a flight from San José to Madrid, you will be flying from Juan Santamaria Intl to Barajas. Flights to Madrid Barajas (MAD) from San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) take 9h 50m for a nonstop flight. There are 2 flights from Juan Santamaria Intl to Madrid per day from 8 airlines.

  • How popular is this San José to Madrid flight route?

  • How long is the flight from San José to Madrid?

    Iberojet can get you from San José to Madrid in just under 10h 15m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. The distance from San José to Madrid is about 5278 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San José to Madrid round-trip?

    Avianca, at $541, was found to be the cheapest airline from San José to Madrid.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Iberia and Air France. Avianca is currently priced 32% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San José to Madrid one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San José to Madrid are Iberia ($327), Air France ($383), and Iberojet ($391).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San José to Madrid?

    Before booking your flight to Madrid from San José, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: TUI Nederland (100%), Qatar Airways (59%), Iberia( 59%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San José to Madrid?

    The cheapest flight price from San José to Madrid is $277. On average you can expect to pay $618. The most popular route, (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Madrid Barajas), can usually be booked for $613.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San José to Madrid?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Bogotá?

    Museo del Oro, Museo Botero, and Jardín botánico de Bogotá are currently the most popular points of interest in Bogotá at the moment. Museo del Oro, Museo Botero and Jardín botánico de Bogotá are located about 8.6 mi, 8.9 mi, and 4.0 mi, respectively from Bogotá El Dorado if you are interested in checking them out. Travelers in need of a car in Bogotá can rent one for about $50 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Paris?

    Eiffel Tower, Champs-Elysées, and Louvre Museum are the most popular attractions in Paris if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Eiffel Tower, Champs-Elysées, and Louvre Museum can be visited by traveling about 15.8 mi, 14.7 mi, and 14.3 mi respectively from Paris Charles de Gaulle. Travelers can rent a car at Paris Charles de Gaulle for an average daily rate of $39 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San José to Madrid flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from San José to Madrid that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San José to Madrid?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San José to Madrid?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José 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 San José to Madrid?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Madrid (average of $527). Flying from San José to Madrid in December is currently the most expensive (average of $678). 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 San José to Madrid

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from San José 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$541Average$790FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
IberiaCheapest$555Average$958FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air FranceCheapest$568Average$713FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$571Average$825FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
IberojetCheapest$575Average$734FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$663Average$770FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$727Average$823FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air EuropaCheapest$822Average$1,008FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%

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