$410+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) 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 5/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — MAD
Apr 13 — Apr 201
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San José to MadridExplore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Madrid. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 14, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Madrid. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 14, 2026.
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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.
Tue 3/176:15 pm
SJO
- MAD
Nonstop9h 50m
Iberia
Tue 3/2412:25 pm
MAD
- SJO
Nonstop11h 10m
Iberia
Deal found 3/12![Iberia logo]()
$547
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/176:15 pm
SJO
- MAD
Nonstop9h 50m
Iberia
Tue 3/3111:30 am
MAD
- SJO
Nonstop11h 35m
Iberia
Deal found 3/10![Iberia logo]()
$549
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/156:50 pm
SJO
- MAD
Nonstop10h 15m
Iberojet
Thu 10/222:00 pm
MAD
- SJO
Nonstop10h 50m
Iberojet
Deal found 3/9![Iberojet logo]()
$612
This Iberojet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Iberojet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/217:40 pm
SJO
- MAD
Nonstop10h 15m
Iberojet
Tue 4/282:20 pm
MAD
- SJO
Nonstop10h 50m
Iberojet
Deal found 3/9![Iberojet logo]()
$626
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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.
Sun 11/14:20 pm
SJO
- MAD
1 stop14h 30m
Avianca
Tue 11/176:35 am
MAD
- SJO
1 stop24h 40m
Avianca
Deal found 3/12![Avianca logo]()
$642
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/69:10 pm
SJO
- MAD
Nonstop10h 15m
Iberojet
Sat 6/133:50 pm
MAD
- SJO
Nonstop10h 50m
Iberojet
Deal found 3/10![Iberojet logo]()
$643
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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.
Sun 11/14:15 pm
SJO
- MAD
1 stop24h 05m
Avianca
Sun 11/153:25 pm
MAD
- SJO
1 stop25h 35m
Avianca
Deal found 3/13![Avianca logo]()
$650
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 4/281:21 pm
SJO
- MAD
1 stop14h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/166:00 am
MAD
- SJO
1 stop19h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$651
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/271:21 pm
SJO
- MAD
1 stop14h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/96:00 am
MAD
- SJO
1 stop19h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$657
Best flights from San José to MadridDiscover carefully curated flight deals from San José to Madrid that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated March 14, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San José to Madrid that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated March 14, 2026.
This Iberojet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Iberojet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/287:40 pm
SJO
- MAD
Nonstop10h 15m
Iberojet
Sat 5/163:50 pm
MAD
- SJO
Nonstop10h 50m
Iberojet
Deal found 3/9![Iberojet logo]()
$679
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/78:45 am
SJO
- MAD
2 stops51h 05m
United Airlines
Tue 4/2111:15 am
MAD
- SJO
3 stops52h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/8![United Airlines logo]()
$882
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Thu 4/97:00 am
SJO
- MAD
1 stop21h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/286:00 am
MAD
- SJO
1 stop19h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$911
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 5/61:21 pm
SJO
- MAD
1 stop14h 54m
KLM
Wed 5/276:00 am
MAD
- SJO
2 stops19h 10m
KLM
Deal found 3/10![KLM logo]()
$919
This Air Europa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 Air Europa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/242:50 pm
SJO
- MAD
1 stop14h 25m
Air Europa
Wed 6/33:05 pm
MAD
- SJO
1 stop14h 42m
Air Europa
Deal found 3/11![Air Europa logo]()
$1,004
This Iberojet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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.
Sat 4/189:10 pm
SJO
- MAD
Nonstop10h 15m
Iberojet
Sat 5/23:50 pm
MAD
- SJO
Nonstop10h 50m
Iberojet
Deal found 3/8![Iberojet logo]()
$719
This Iberojet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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.
Sat 5/309:10 pm
SJO
- MAD
Nonstop10h 15m
Iberojet
Sat 6/203:50 pm
MAD
- SJO
Nonstop10h 50m
Iberojet
Deal found 3/13![Iberojet logo]()
$784
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/237:55 am
SJO
- MAD
3 stops62h 55m
United Airlines
Thu 6/1811:15 am
MAD
- SJO
2 stops43h 24m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/10![United Airlines logo]()
$893
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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.
Thu 3/267:00 am
SJO
- MAD
1 stop18h 05m
KLM
Thu 4/912:45 pm
MAD
- SJO
1 stop16h 30m
KLM
Deal found 3/8![KLM logo]()
$1,035
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/2912:30 am
SJO
- MAD
2 stops47h 35m
United Airlines
Sat 6/1311:15 am
MAD
- SJO
2 stops43h 24m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/11![United Airlines logo]()
$995
This Iberojet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Iberojet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/249:15 pm
SJO
- MAD
Nonstop10h 00m
Iberojet
Tue 3/312:20 pm
MAD
- SJO
Nonstop10h 50m
Iberojet
Deal found 3/9![Iberojet logo]()
$956
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/138:45 am
SJO
- MAD
2 stops26h 45m
United Airlines
Mon 4/2012:45 pm
MAD
- SJO
2 stops39h 34m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/12![United Airlines logo]()
$996
Last-minute flights from San José to MadridDiscover last-minute flight deals from San José to Madrid. Data last updated March 14, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San José to Madrid. Data last updated March 14, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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.
Tue 3/176:15 pm
SJO
- MAD
Nonstop9h 50m
Iberia
Tue 3/2412:25 pm
MAD
- SJO
Nonstop11h 10m
Iberia
Deal found 3/12![Iberia logo]()
$547
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/176:15 pm
SJO
- MAD
Nonstop9h 50m
Iberia
Tue 3/3111:30 am
MAD
- SJO
Nonstop11h 35m
Iberia
Deal found 3/10![Iberia logo]()
$549
This Iberojet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Iberojet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/217:40 pm
SJO
- MAD
Nonstop10h 15m
Iberojet
Tue 4/282:20 pm
MAD
- SJO
Nonstop10h 50m
Iberojet
Deal found 3/9![Iberojet logo]()
$626
This Iberojet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Iberojet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/217:40 pm
SJO
- MAD
Nonstop10h 15m
Iberojet
Tue 5/122:20 pm
MAD
- SJO
Nonstop10h 50m
Iberojet
Deal found 3/9![Iberojet logo]()
$652
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/259:10 pm
SJO
- MAD
Nonstop10h 15m
Iberojet
Sat 5/93:50 pm
MAD
- SJO
Nonstop10h 50m
Iberojet
Deal found 3/9![Iberojet logo]()
$660
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/271:21 pm
SJO
- MAD
1 stop14h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/96:00 am
MAD
- SJO
1 stop19h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$657
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 4/281:21 pm
SJO
- MAD
1 stop14h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/166:00 am
MAD
- SJO
1 stop19h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$651
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 4/281:21 pm
SJO
- MAD
1 stop14h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 6/44:40 pm
MAD
- SJO
1 stop32h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$663
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 4/281:21 pm
SJO
- MAD
1 stop14h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/1912:20 pm
MAD
- SJO
1 stop36h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$664
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Tue 4/281:21 pm
SJO
- MAD
1 stop14h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/136:00 am
MAD
- SJO
1 stop19h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$670
One-way flights from San José to MadridSearch for one-way flight options from San José to Madrid. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated March 14, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from San José to Madrid. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated March 14, 2026.
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/239:10 pm
SJO
- MAD
Nonstop10h 15m
Iberojet
Deal found 3/9![Iberojet logo]()
$410
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/1111:20 pm
SJO
- MAD
Nonstop10h 15m
Iberojet
Deal found 3/12![Iberojet logo]()
$421
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/309:10 pm
SJO
- MAD
Nonstop10h 15m
Iberojet
Deal found 3/12![Iberojet logo]()
$422
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/287:40 pm
SJO
- MAD
Nonstop10h 15m
Iberojet
Deal found 3/10![Iberojet logo]()
$423
This Iberojet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 Iberojet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/147:40 pm
SJO
- MAD
Nonstop10h 15m
Iberojet
Deal found 3/10![Iberojet logo]()
$424
This Iberojet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Iberojet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/209:10 pm
SJO
- MAD
Nonstop10h 15m
Iberojet
Deal found 3/9![Iberojet logo]()
$426
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/2511:20 pm
SJO
- MAD
Nonstop10h 15m
Iberojet
Deal found 3/10![Iberojet logo]()
$458
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/411:20 pm
SJO
- MAD
Nonstop10h 15m
Iberojet
Deal found 3/12![Iberojet logo]()
$468
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 March 14, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $626 (Iberojet) |
One-way from | $410 (SmartFares) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $770 |
Good round-trip deal | $689 or less |
Good one-way deal | $414 or less |
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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 March 14, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San José to Madrid that are best for you.
Fly from
Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
San JoséMadrid
SJO - MAD
SJOMAD
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Tue 4/28
7:40 pm-1:55 pm
Nonstop10h 15m
Madrid Barajas
Sat 5/16
3:50 pm-6:40 pm
Nonstop10h 50m
$679
San JoséMadrid
SJO - MAD
SJOMAD
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sat 4/18
9:10 pm-3:25 pm
Nonstop10h 15m
Madrid Barajas
Sat 5/2
3:50 pm-6:40 pm
Nonstop10h 50m
$719
San JoséMadrid
SJO - MAD
SJOMAD
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sat 5/30
9:10 pm-3:25 pm
Nonstop10h 15m
Madrid Barajas
Sat 6/20
3:50 pm-6:40 pm
Nonstop10h 50m
$784
San JoséMadrid
SJO - MAD
SJOMAD
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Tue 4/7
8:45 am-7:50 pm
2 stops51h 05m
Madrid Barajas
Tue 4/21
11:15 am-7:15 am
3 stops52h 00m
$882
San JoséMadrid
SJO - MAD
SJOMAD
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sat 5/23
7:55 am-6:50 am
3 stops62h 55m
Madrid Barajas
Thu 6/18
11:15 am-10:39 pm
2 stops43h 24m
$893
San JoséMadrid
SJO - MAD
SJOMAD
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 4/9
7:00 am-12:15 pm
1 stop21h 15m
Madrid Barajas
Tue 4/28
6:00 am-5:10 pm
1 stop19h 10m
$911
San JoséMadrid
SJO - MAD
SJOMAD
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 5/6
1:21 pm-12:15 pm
1 stop14h 54m
Madrid Barajas
Wed 5/27
6:00 am-5:10 pm
2 stops19h 10m
$919
Quickest round-trip
San JoséMadrid
SJO - MAD
SJOMAD
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Tue 3/24
9:15 pm-2:15 pm
Nonstop10h 00m
Madrid Barajas
Tue 3/31
2:20 pm-5:10 pm
Nonstop10h 50m
$956
San JoséMadrid
SJO - MAD
SJOMAD
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Fri 5/29
12:30 am-8:05 am
2 stops47h 35m
Madrid Barajas
Sat 6/13
11:15 am-10:39 pm
2 stops43h 24m
$995
San JoséMadrid
SJO - MAD
SJOMAD
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mon 4/13
8:45 am-7:30 pm
2 stops26h 45m
Madrid Barajas
Mon 4/20
12:45 pm-8:19 pm
2 stops39h 34m
$996
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Compare providers for flights from San José to Madrid
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 March.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars |
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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 March 6, 2026.
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 $491). Flying from San José 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 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 March 14, 2026.
When flying from San José 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.
How often are flights from San José to Madrid delayed?
About 28% of weekly flights between San José and Madrid have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 163 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for San José 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 San José to Madrid flights?
Over the last year, Iberia have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 24% of flights being delayed.
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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 March 14, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM,Air France, andIberia 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.
Food
7.3
Entertainment
7.1
Boarding
7.8
Crew
8.4
Comfort
7.6
Overall
7.8
Reviews
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2.0
MediocreAnonymous,Feb 2026
EZE - SCL
Food
7.3
Entertainment
7.1
Boarding
7.8
Crew
8.4
Comfort
7.6
Overall
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreAnonymous,Feb 2026
EZE - SCL
Food
7.3
Entertainment
7.1
Boarding
7.8
Crew
8.4
Comfort
7.6
Overall
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreAnonymous,Feb 2026
EZE - SCL
Food
7.3
Entertainment
7.1
Boarding
7.8
Crew
8.4
Comfort
7.6
Overall
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreAnonymous,Feb 2026
EZE - SCL
Food
7.3
Entertainment
7.1
Boarding
7.8
Crew
8.4
Comfort
7.6
Overall
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreAnonymous,Feb 2026
EZE - SCL
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
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| Cheapest$495 | Average$840 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$499 | Average$695 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$547 | Average$949 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$556 | Average$799 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$574 | Average$731 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$743 | Average$823 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time67% | |
| Cheapest$819 | Average$1,107 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time83% | |
| Cheapest$821 | Average$866 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |