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$383+ 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 1/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — MAD
nov. 27 — dic. 41
jue. 11/27
jue. 12/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Madrid Barajas are usually found in February or March, booked 81 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Monday

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Most accurate provider

Gotogate
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Gotogate
3 stars

Round-trip from

$566
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$383
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$709

Good round-trip deal

$660 or less

Good one-way deal

$391 or less
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Cheapest flights from San José to Madrid
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 octubre 28, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 11/410:00 pmSJO - MAD
Nonstop10h 00mIberojet
mar. 3/172:45 pmMAD - SJO
Nonstop11h 15mIberojet
Deal found 10/26$566
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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. 12/301:45 amSJO - MAD
1 stop14h 35mAvianca
mié. 3/114:20 pmMAD - SJO
1 stop14h 55mAvianca
Deal found 10/25$593
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
mar. 12/28:05 pmSJO - MAD
1 stop16h 05mAir France
mar. 1/204:25 pmMAD - SJO
1 stop32h 25mAir France
Deal found 10/28$613
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
dom. 11/98:30 pmSJO - MAD
1 stop30h 45mMultiple Airlines
dom. 12/76:00 amMAD - SJO
1 stop18h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$618
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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. 11/188:30 pmSJO - MAD
1 stop30h 45mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 12/66:45 pmMAD - SJO
1 stop30h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$625
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
lun. 11/38:30 pmSJO - MAD
1 stop36h 35mMultiple Airlines
lun. 11/246:45 pmMAD - SJO
1 stop30h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$636
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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. 11/258:30 pmSJO - MAD
1 stop19h 55mMultiple Airlines
dom. 12/76:00 amMAD - SJO
1 stop18h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$646
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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. 11/48:30 pmSJO - MAD
1 stop30h 45mMultiple Airlines
lun. 11/246:45 pmMAD - SJO
1 stop30h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$651
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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. 12/28:30 pmSJO - MAD
1 stop30h 45mKLM
mar. 1/206:00 amMAD - SJO
1 stop19h 25mKLM
Deal found 10/26$665
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
lun. 12/18:05 pmSJO - MAD
1 stop16h 05mAir France
sáb. 12/64:25 pmMAD - SJO
1 stop32h 25mAir France
Deal found 10/27$666

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San José to Madrid that are best for you.

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Return

Price

San JoséMadrid

SJO - MAD

SJOMAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 1/20

10:00 pm-3:00 pm

Nonstop10h 00m

Madrid Barajas

sáb. 2/7

2:45 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop11h 15m

$639

San JoséMadrid

SJO - MAD

SJOMAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 12/2

8:30 pm-10:15 am

1 stop30h 45m

Madrid Barajas

mar. 1/20

6:00 am-6:25 pm

1 stop19h 25m

$665

San JoséMadrid

SJO - MAD

SJOMAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 11/4

8:30 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop19h 55m

Madrid Barajas

sáb. 11/15

11:15 am-10:07 pm

1 stop17h 52m

$715

San JoséMadrid

SJO - MAD

SJOMAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 11/18

8:30 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop19h 55m

Madrid Barajas

mar. 12/2

8:30 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop28h 55m

$746

San JoséMadrid

SJO - MAD

SJOMAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

sáb. 11/8

10:00 pm-3:00 pm

Nonstop10h 00m

Madrid Barajas

sáb. 11/22

2:45 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop11h 15m

$803

San JoséMadrid

SJO - MAD

SJOMAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 11/4

10:00 pm-3:00 pm

Nonstop10h 00m

Madrid Barajas

sáb. 11/22

2:45 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop11h 15m

$803

San JoséMadrid

SJO - MAD

SJOMAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

sáb. 11/1

10:00 pm-3:00 pm

Nonstop10h 00m

Madrid Barajas

sáb. 11/8

2:45 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop11h 15m

$803

San JoséMadrid

SJO - MAD

SJOMAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 11/11

10:00 pm-3:00 pm

Nonstop10h 00m

Madrid Barajas

sáb. 11/22

2:45 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop11h 15m

$803

San JoséMadrid

SJO - MAD

SJOMAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

sáb. 11/22

10:00 pm-3:00 pm

Nonstop10h 00m

Madrid Barajas

sáb. 12/13

2:45 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop11h 15m

$803

San JoséMadrid

SJO - MAD

SJOMAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 11/4

10:00 pm-3:00 pm

Nonstop10h 00m

Madrid Barajas

sáb. 11/15

2:45 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop11h 15m

$803

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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 October.
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
Justfly.comPrice 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.

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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 October 24, 2025.

Booking 81 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 $526). Flying from San José to Madrid in December is currently the most expensive (average of $689). 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 octubre 28, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San José to Madrid in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 25% 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.

The best insider tips for San José to Madrid flights

Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of Cheapflights-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
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.

Read more about SJOby Marisa Garcia
MAD

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

Read more about MADby Lori Zaino
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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

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 octubre 28, 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.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,482 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.4

Crew

8.2

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.3

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.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,482 reviews
Air France
7.4
Good
1,482 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.4

Crew

8.2

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.3

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.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,371 reviews
Air France
7.4
Good
1,482 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.4

Crew

8.2

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.3

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.
Iberia
7.0
Good
3,001 reviews
Air France
7.4
Good
1,482 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.4

Crew

8.2

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.3

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.
Avianca
6.6
Okay
2,468 reviews
Air France
7.4
Good
1,482 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.4

Crew

8.2

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.3

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?

    Flights from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Madrid Barajas have been viewed 49 times in the past calendar month.

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

    Iberojet and KLM can get you from San José to Madrid in just under 10h. Your travel time can differ by up to 20h 45m. The distance from San José to Madrid is about 5278 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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 Air France and KLM. Avianca is currently priced 33% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • 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: Qatar Airways (78%), Iberia (78%), British Airways( 78%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from San José to Madrid is $376. On average you can expect to pay $2,086. The most popular route, (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Madrid Barajas), can usually be booked for $565.

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

    San José to Madrid flights have a layover in Bogotá most often. Paris sees the next most layovers on San José to Madrid flights.

  • 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 $53 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?

    Of the flights from San José to Madrid that have layovers, the fewest flights stop in Miami. San José to Madrid flights stopping in Paris are the next rarest.

  • 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 $526). Flying from San José to Madrid in December is currently the most expensive (average of $689). 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 octubre 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$541Average$808FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air FranceCheapest$568Average$701FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$571Average$821FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
IberojetCheapest$576Average$742FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
IberiaCheapest$578Average$956FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air CanadaCheapest$661Average$747FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$727Average$822FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air EuropaCheapest$919Average$1,004FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%

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