$423+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to Madrid, Spain (MAD)
This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — MAD
Nov 24 — Dec 11
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 October 25, 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 October 25, 2026.
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 11/177:30 pm -
1 stop21h 05m
Tue 12/88:05 pm -
1 stop26h 05m
Deal found 10/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$599
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
Thu 11/265:55 pm -
2 stops16h 50m
Tue 12/86:50 pm -
1 stop27h 20m
Deal found 10/22![Air France logo]()
$602
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/38:00 pm -
Nonstop10h 00m
Tue 2/2312:45 pm -
Nonstop11h 30m
Deal found 10/24![Iberojet logo]()
$603
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 10/249:10 pm -
Nonstop10h 15m
Thu 11/191:00 pm -
Nonstop11h 30m
Deal found 10/20![Iberojet logo]()
$604
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/247:30 pm -
1 stop17h 05m
Tue 12/88:30 pm -
1 stop28h 00m
Deal found 10/24![KLM logo]()
$607
This Air France 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/235:55 pm -
2 stops16h 50m
Wed 12/96:00 am -
2 stops18h 30m
Deal found 10/25![Air France logo]()
$611
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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.
Sun 11/296:20 pm -
1 stop21h 45m
Wed 12/96:00 am -
1 stop16h 10m
Deal found 10/23![Air France logo]()
$617
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 11/237:30 pm -
1 stop21h 05m
Wed 12/96:00 am -
1 stop16h 10m
Deal found 10/23![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$623
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/47:30 pm -
1 stop17h 05m
Sun 1/178:05 pm -
1 stop26h 05m
Deal found 10/24![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$624
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 10/226:50 pm -
Nonstop10h 15m
Thu 11/191:00 pm -
Nonstop11h 30m
Deal found 10/22![Iberojet logo]()
$628
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 October 25, 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 October 25, 2026.
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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.
Sat 11/76:20 pm -
2 stops18h 15m
Tue 11/1712:20 pm -
1 stop16h 55m
Deal found 10/20![KLM logo]()
$776
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 11/1711:28 pm -
1 stop27h 02m
Thu 11/2611:15 am -
1 stop32h 27m
Deal found 10/20![United Airlines logo]()
$961
This Iberojet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 12/269:30 pm -
Nonstop10h 00m
Thu 1/141:00 pm -
Nonstop11h 30m
Deal found 10/21![Iberojet logo]()
$1,039
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/1411:59 pm -
2 stops27h 26m
Sat 1/3011:55 am -
3 stops40h 59m
Deal found 10/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,556
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/37:30 pm -
1 stop21h 05m
Thu 11/1212:20 pm -
1 stop16h 55m
Deal found 10/24![KLM logo]()
$868
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
Sun 12/1311:28 pm -
1 stop27h 02m
Thu 1/1411:15 am -
1 stop32h 27m
Deal found 10/22![United Airlines logo]()
$1,013
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 12/17:00 am -
1 stop19h 45m
Fri 12/1112:20 pm -
1 stop16h 57m
Deal found 10/20![KLM logo]()
$968
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/11:55 pm -
1 stop36h 35m
Sat 12/126:25 am -
2 stops37h 17m
Deal found 10/24![United Airlines logo]()
$1,033
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/208:45 am -
3 stops65h 45m
Wed 2/311:15 am -
2 stops28h 17m
Deal found 10/24![United Airlines logo]()
$1,096
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 12/77:00 am -
1 stop19h 45m
Fri 12/117:00 am -
2 stops18h 35m
Deal found 10/20![KLM logo]()
$1,180
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/93:13 pm -
2 stops39h 02m
Tue 12/292:20 pm -
3 stops38h 32m
Deal found 10/24![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,576
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
Sat 12/262:53 pm -
2 stops18h 12m
Fri 1/86:05 am -
2 stops19h 10m
Deal found 10/22![KLM logo]()
$1,659
Last-minute flights from San José to MadridDiscover last-minute flight deals from San José to Madrid. Data last updated October 25, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San José to Madrid. Data last updated October 25, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 10/226:50 pm -
Nonstop10h 15m
Thu 11/191:00 pm -
Nonstop11h 30m
Deal found 10/22![Iberojet logo]()
$628
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 10/249:10 pm -
Nonstop10h 15m
Thu 11/191:00 pm -
Nonstop11h 30m
Deal found 10/20![Iberojet logo]()
$604
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/47:30 pm -
1 stop17h 05m
Sun 1/178:05 pm -
1 stop26h 05m
Deal found 10/24![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$624
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 11/177:30 pm -
1 stop21h 05m
Tue 12/88:05 pm -
1 stop26h 05m
Deal found 10/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$599
This Air France 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/235:55 pm -
2 stops16h 50m
Wed 12/96:00 am -
2 stops18h 30m
Deal found 10/25![Air France logo]()
$611
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 11/237:30 pm -
1 stop21h 05m
Wed 12/96:00 am -
1 stop16h 10m
Deal found 10/23![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$623
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/247:30 pm -
1 stop17h 05m
Tue 12/88:30 pm -
1 stop28h 00m
Deal found 10/24![KLM logo]()
$607
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/247:30 pm -
2 stops16h 40m
Tue 12/88:30 pm -
1 stop28h 00m
Deal found 10/24![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$639
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
Thu 11/265:55 pm -
2 stops16h 50m
Tue 12/86:50 pm -
1 stop27h 20m
Deal found 10/22![Air France logo]()
$602
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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.
Sun 11/296:20 pm -
1 stop21h 45m
Wed 12/96:00 am -
1 stop16h 10m
Deal found 10/23![Air France logo]()
$617
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 October 25, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from San José to Madrid. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated October 25, 2026.
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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.
Tue 11/39:45 pm -
Nonstop10h 20m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/20![Iberojet logo]()
$423
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 11/79:30 pm -
Nonstop10h 00m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/22![Iberojet logo]()
$424
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Tue 12/15:25 pm -
Nonstop9h 50m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/21![Iberia logo]()
$425
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 12/59:30 pm -
Nonstop10h 00m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/21![Iberojet logo]()
$426
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 12/38:00 pm -
Nonstop10h 00m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/21![Iberojet logo]()
$429
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 11/149:30 pm -
Nonstop10h 00m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/21![Iberojet logo]()
$445
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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.
Wed 12/911:23 am -
1 stop18h 02m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/20![Hahn Air logo]()
$455
This Iberojet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 11/289:30 pm -
Nonstop10h 00m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/20![Iberojet logo]()
$492
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Thu 1/215:25 pm -
Nonstop9h 50m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/21![Iberia logo]()
$494
This Iberojet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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 Iberojet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/239:30 pm -
Nonstop10h 20m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/24![Iberojet logo]()
$499
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 October 25, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $599 (KLM) |
One-way from | $423 (Booking.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $767 |
Good round-trip deal | $689 or less |
Good one-way deal | $502 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated October 25, 2026.
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 San José Juan Santamaria Intl - MAD Madrid Barajas
SJOMAD
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sat 11/28
9:30 pm-2:30 pm
Nonstop10h 00m
Madrid Barajas
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-5:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$492
San JoséMadrid
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - MAD Madrid Barajas
SJOMAD
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Tue 11/10
9:45 pm-3:05 pm
Nonstop10h 20m
Madrid Barajas
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-5:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$603
San JoséMadrid
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - MAD Madrid Barajas
SJOMAD
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 12/9
1:55 pm-7:45 am
2 stops34h 50m
Madrid Barajas
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-5:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$642
San JoséMadrid
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - MAD Madrid Barajas
SJOMAD
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Fri 12/4
11:28 pm-8:00 am
2 stops25h 32m
Madrid Barajas
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-5:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$646
San JoséMadrid
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - MAD Madrid Barajas
SJOMAD
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 11/5
2:46 pm-1:05 pm
1 stop15h 19m
Madrid Barajas
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-5:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$699
San JoséMadrid
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - MAD Madrid Barajas
SJOMAD
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mon 11/16
2:46 pm-1:05 pm
1 stop15h 19m
Madrid Barajas
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-5:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$699
San JoséMadrid
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - MAD Madrid Barajas
SJOMAD
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sat 11/7
6:20 pm-7:35 pm
2 stops18h 15m
Madrid Barajas
Tue 11/17
12:20 pm-10:15 pm
1 stop16h 55m
$776
San JoséMadrid
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - MAD Madrid Barajas
SJOMAD
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Tue 11/3
7:30 pm-11:35 pm
1 stop21h 05m
Madrid Barajas
Thu 11/12
12:20 pm-10:15 pm
1 stop16h 55m
$868
San JoséMadrid
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - MAD Madrid Barajas
SJOMAD
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Tue 11/17
11:28 pm-9:30 am
1 stop27h 02m
Madrid Barajas
Thu 11/26
11:15 am-12:42 pm
1 stop32h 27m
$961
San JoséMadrid
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - MAD Madrid Barajas
SJOMAD
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Tue 12/1
7:00 am-9:45 am
1 stop19h 45m
Madrid Barajas
Fri 12/11
12:20 pm-10:17 pm
1 stop16h 57m
$968
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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 October.
| 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 Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San José-Madrid flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San José-Madrid flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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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How far ahead should I book a flight from San José to Madrid?
Booking 79 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 $628). Flying from San José to Madrid in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,069). 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 October 25, 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 27% of weekly flights between San José and Madrid have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 144 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 evening 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, Iberojet have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 22% 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 October 25, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air France,Air Canada, 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.
Boarding
7.5
Entertainment
7.0
Overall
7.5
Food
7.1
Crew
8.2
Comfort
7.4
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentFelix,May 2024
GVA - CDG
Boarding
7.5
Entertainment
7.0
Overall
7.5
Food
7.1
Crew
8.2
Comfort
7.4
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentFelix,May 2024
GVA - CDG
Boarding
7.5
Entertainment
7.0
Overall
7.5
Food
7.1
Crew
8.2
Comfort
7.4
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentFelix,May 2024
GVA - CDG
Boarding
7.5
Entertainment
7.0
Overall
7.5
Food
7.1
Crew
8.2
Comfort
7.4
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentFelix,May 2024
GVA - CDG
Boarding
7.5
Entertainment
7.0
Overall
7.5
Food
7.1
Crew
8.2
Comfort
7.4
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentFelix,May 2024
GVA - CDG
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$486 | Average$781 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$490 | Average$773 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$548 | Average$1,033 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$584 | Average$804 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$589 | Average$767 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$711 | Average$744 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time67% | |
| Cheapest$757 | Average$862 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$819 | Average$1,167 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time83% |