$429+ 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 6/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — MAD
May 17 — May 241
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 April 17, 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 April 17, 2026.
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 7/146:25 pm
SJO
- MAD
1 stop31h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 8/208:15 pm
MAD
- SJO
1 stop28h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$578
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
Thu 8/67:45 pm
SJO
- MAD
1 stop14h 20m
Avianca
Mon 8/312:10 am
MAD
- SJO
1 stop14h 35m
Avianca
Deal found 4/14![Avianca logo]()
$588
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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.
Thu 8/612:40 pm
SJO
- MAD
2 stops21h 25m
Avianca
Fri 8/282:10 am
MAD
- SJO
1 stop14h 35m
Avianca
Deal found 4/13![Avianca logo]()
$589
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/12. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/146:25 pm
SJO
- MAD
1 stop17h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 8/194:40 pm
MAD
- SJO
1 stop32h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$609
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 7/76:25 pm
SJO
- MAD
1 stop14h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/112:20 pm
MAD
- SJO
2 stops17h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$615
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
Wed 7/17:05 pm
SJO
- MAD
1 stop30h 05m
Air France
Tue 9/112:20 pm
MAD
- SJO
2 stops17h 25m
Air France
Deal found 4/14![Air France logo]()
$617
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/12. 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.
Fri 10/304:20 pm
SJO
- MAD
1 stop14h 30m
Avianca
Sun 11/153:25 pm
MAD
- SJO
1 stop25h 35m
Avianca
Deal found 4/12![Avianca logo]()
$620
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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.
Thu 8/67:45 pm
SJO
- MAD
1 stop14h 20m
Avianca
Sun 8/308:05 pm
MAD
- SJO
1 stop20h 40m
Avianca
Deal found 4/13![Avianca logo]()
$621
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 April 17, 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 April 17, 2026.
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/12. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/261:21 pm
SJO
- MAD
1 stop14h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/2612:20 pm
MAD
- SJO
2 stops17h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$772
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 4/261:21 pm
SJO
- MAD
1 stop14h 54m
KLM
Thu 5/217:05 am
MAD
- SJO
1 stop17h 15m
KLM
Deal found 4/14![KLM logo]()
$784
This Iberojet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/12. 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 Iberojet 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
Tue 6/232:20 pm
MAD
- SJO
Nonstop10h 50m
Iberojet
Deal found 4/12![Iberojet logo]()
$786
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 5/2412:30 am
SJO
- MAD
2 stops47h 35m
United Airlines
Fri 6/51:30 pm
MAD
- SJO
2 stops25h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/14![United Airlines logo]()
$907
This Iberojet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 6/69:10 pm
SJO
- MAD
Nonstop10h 15m
Iberojet
Tue 6/302:20 pm
MAD
- SJO
Nonstop10h 50m
Iberojet
Deal found 4/14![Iberojet logo]()
$904
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 5/2512:30 am
SJO
- MAD
2 stops24h 30m
United Airlines
Tue 6/911:15 am
MAD
- SJO
2 stops30h 56m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/15![United Airlines logo]()
$1,049
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Fri 4/241:21 pm
SJO
- MAD
1 stop14h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/76:00 am
MAD
- SJO
2 stops18h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,095
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Thu 5/148:45 am
SJO
- MAD
2 stops27h 05m
United Airlines
Thu 5/2110:50 am
MAD
- SJO
2 stops19h 49m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/16![United Airlines logo]()
$1,090
This Iberojet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/12. 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 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
Tue 8/42:20 pm
MAD
- SJO
Nonstop10h 50m
Iberojet
Deal found 4/12![Iberojet logo]()
$1,112
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 5/21:25 pm
SJO
- MAD
2 stops34h 40m
United Airlines
Sun 5/1711:15 am
MAD
- SJO
2 stops33h 06m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/15![United Airlines logo]()
$1,102
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/211:25 pm
SJO
- MAD
2 stops35h 35m
United Airlines
Tue 6/1611:15 am
MAD
- SJO
2 stops30h 56m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/13![United Airlines logo]()
$1,108
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 4/241:25 pm
SJO
- MAD
2 stops35h 35m
United Airlines
Thu 5/76:05 am
MAD
- SJO
2 stops33h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/15![United Airlines logo]()
$1,130
Last-minute flights from San José to MadridDiscover last-minute flight deals from San José to Madrid. Data last updated April 17, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San José to Madrid. Data last updated April 17, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
Mon 4/204:30 pm
SJO
- MAD
Nonstop10h 20m
Iberia
Tue 4/2811:30 am
MAD
- SJO
Nonstop11h 35m
Iberia
Deal found 4/14![Iberia logo]()
$697
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 4/214:30 pm
SJO
- MAD
Nonstop10h 20m
Iberia
Tue 4/2811:30 am
MAD
- SJO
Nonstop11h 35m
Iberia
Deal found 4/15![Iberia logo]()
$645
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/12. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/197:40 pm
SJO
- MAD
Nonstop10h 15m
Iberojet
Thu 6/46:30 pm
MAD
- SJO
Nonstop10h 50m
Iberojet
Deal found 4/12![Iberojet logo]()
$710
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 5/239:10 pm
SJO
- MAD
Nonstop10h 15m
Iberojet
Thu 6/46:30 pm
MAD
- SJO
Nonstop10h 50m
Iberojet
Deal found 4/15![Iberojet logo]()
$692
This Iberojet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 5/239:10 pm
SJO
- MAD
Nonstop10h 15m
Iberojet
Thu 6/116:30 pm
MAD
- SJO
Nonstop10h 50m
Iberojet
Deal found 4/16![Iberojet logo]()
$693
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/267:40 pm
SJO
- MAD
Nonstop10h 15m
Iberojet
Thu 6/116:30 pm
MAD
- SJO
Nonstop10h 50m
Iberojet
Deal found 4/13![Iberojet logo]()
$670
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/267:40 pm
SJO
- MAD
Nonstop10h 15m
Iberojet
Thu 6/46:30 pm
MAD
- SJO
Nonstop10h 50m
Iberojet
Deal found 4/14![Iberojet logo]()
$713
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 April 17, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from San José to Madrid. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated April 17, 2026.
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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 Booking.com 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 4/13![Iberojet logo]()
$429
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
Tue 5/267:40 pm
SJO
- MAD
Nonstop10h 15m
Iberojet
Deal found 4/14![Iberojet logo]()
$431
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 6/27:40 pm
SJO
- MAD
Nonstop10h 15m
Iberojet
Deal found 4/16![Iberojet logo]()
$444
This Iberojet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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.
Tue 6/167:40 pm
SJO
- MAD
Nonstop10h 15m
Iberojet
Deal found 4/13![Iberojet logo]()
$445
This Iberojet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 5/239:10 pm
SJO
- MAD
Nonstop10h 15m
Iberojet
Deal found 4/16![Iberojet logo]()
$463
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/197:40 pm
SJO
- MAD
Nonstop10h 15m
Iberojet
Deal found 4/13![Iberojet logo]()
$475
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 6/49:35 am
SJO
- MAD
2 stops39h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$484
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 April 17, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $578 (KLM) |
One-way from | $429 (Booking.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $714 |
Good round-trip deal | $766 or less |
Good one-way deal | $503 or less |
Cheapflights Fare Finder
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 April 17, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San José to Madrid that are best for you.
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Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
San JoséMadrid
SJO - MAD
SJOMAD
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sun 4/26
1:21 pm-12:15 pm
1 stop14h 54m
Madrid Barajas
Tue 5/26
12:20 pm-9:47 pm
2 stops17h 27m
$772
San JoséMadrid
SJO - MAD
SJOMAD
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sun 4/26
1:21 pm-12:15 pm
1 stop14h 54m
Madrid Barajas
Thu 5/21
7:05 am-4:20 pm
1 stop17h 15m
$784
Quickest round-trip
San JoséMadrid
SJO - MAD
SJOMAD
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 6/11
11:20 pm-5:35 pm
Nonstop10h 15m
Madrid Barajas
Tue 6/23
2:20 pm-5:10 pm
Nonstop10h 50m
$786
San JoséMadrid
SJO - MAD
SJOMAD
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sat 6/6
9:10 pm-3:25 pm
Nonstop10h 15m
Madrid Barajas
Tue 6/30
2:20 pm-5:10 pm
Nonstop10h 50m
$904
San JoséMadrid
SJO - MAD
SJOMAD
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sun 5/24
12:30 am-8:05 am
2 stops47h 35m
Madrid Barajas
Fri 6/5
1:30 pm-7:15 am
2 stops25h 45m
$907
San JoséMadrid
SJO - MAD
SJOMAD
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mon 5/25
12:30 am-9:00 am
2 stops24h 30m
Madrid Barajas
Tue 6/9
11:15 am-10:11 am
2 stops30h 56m
$1,049
San JoséMadrid
SJO - MAD
SJOMAD
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 5/14
8:45 am-7:50 pm
2 stops27h 05m
Madrid Barajas
Thu 5/21
10:50 am-10:39 pm
2 stops19h 49m
$1,090
San JoséMadrid
SJO - MAD
SJOMAD
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Fri 4/24
1:21 pm-12:15 pm
1 stop14h 54m
Madrid Barajas
Thu 5/7
6:00 am-4:20 pm
2 stops18h 20m
$1,095
San JoséMadrid
SJO - MAD
SJOMAD
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sat 5/2
1:25 pm-8:05 am
2 stops34h 40m
Madrid Barajas
Sun 5/17
11:15 am-12:21 pm
2 stops33h 06m
$1,102
San JoséMadrid
SJO - MAD
SJOMAD
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Tue 4/21
1:25 pm-9:00 am
2 stops35h 35m
Madrid Barajas
Tue 6/16
11:15 am-10:11 am
2 stops30h 56m
$1,108
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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 April.
| 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 |
- 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.
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
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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 April 10, 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 $606). Flying from San José to Madrid in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,040). 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 April 17, 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 31% of weekly flights between San José and Madrid have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 153 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 27% 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 April 17, 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.
Entertainment
7.2
Food
7.3
Overall
7.8
Comfort
7.7
Boarding
7.8
Crew
8.4
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreAnonymous,Feb 2026
EZE - SCL
Entertainment
7.2
Food
7.3
Overall
7.8
Comfort
7.7
Boarding
7.8
Crew
8.4
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreAnonymous,Feb 2026
EZE - SCL
Entertainment
7.2
Food
7.3
Overall
7.8
Comfort
7.7
Boarding
7.8
Crew
8.4
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreAnonymous,Feb 2026
EZE - SCL
Entertainment
7.2
Food
7.3
Overall
7.8
Comfort
7.7
Boarding
7.8
Crew
8.4
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreAnonymous,Feb 2026
EZE - SCL
Entertainment
7.2
Food
7.3
Overall
7.8
Comfort
7.7
Boarding
7.8
Crew
8.4
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreAnonymous,Feb 2026
EZE - SCL
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$486 | Average$829 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$497 | Average$704 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$545 | Average$941 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$556 | Average$802 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$573 | Average$735 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$748 | Average$823 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time67% | |
| Cheapest$819 | Average$1,096 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time83% | |
| Cheapest$821 | Average$870 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |