San José

$441+ Cheap flights from Madrid, Spain (MAD) to San José (SJO)

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 4/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAD — SJO
ene. 26 — feb. 21
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The best prices from Madrid Barajas to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in June or May, booked 40 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Madrid to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Madrid (MAD) to San José (SJO). 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 enero 21, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$659
(Avianca)

One-way from

$441
(Iberojet)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$828

Good round-trip deal

$740 or less

Good one-way deal

$417 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Madrid Barajas-San José Juan Santamaria Intl flight deals.
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From Madrid Barajas to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
One-way flight from Madrid Barajas to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($133 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($25 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Madrid Barajas to San José Juan Santamaria Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Madrid Barajas to San José Juan Santamaria Intl.

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Cheapest flights from Madrid to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Madrid to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on enero 21, 2025.

This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 3/1212:35 amMAD - SJO
1 stop15h 45mAvianca
sáb. 3/2910:15 amSJO - MAD
1 stop15h 40mAvianca
Deal found 1/21$659
This Iberojet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
mar. 3/42:45 pmMAD - SJO
Nonstop11h 05mIberojet
mar. 3/189:00 pmSJO - MAD
Nonstop10h 05mIberojet
Deal found 1/21$679
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 5/188:25 pmMAD - SJO
2 stops28h 50mMultiple Airlines
dom. 6/12:29 pmSJO - MAD
2 stops18h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$686
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 6/38:25 pmMAD - SJO
2 stops29h 00mKLM
vie. 6/137:40 pmSJO - MAD
2 stops19h 45mKLM
Deal found 1/21$705
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 3/176:00 amMAD - SJO
2 stops22h 24mDelta
sáb. 3/292:47 pmSJO - MAD
1 stop35h 38mDelta
Deal found 1/21$720
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 1/226:00 amMAD - SJO
1 stop18h 55mAir France
mié. 1/298:10 pmSJO - MAD
1 stop13h 50mAir France
Deal found 1/21$780
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 2/2412:20 pmMAD - SJO
1 stop17h 05mAir Canada
mar. 3/186:15 amSJO - MAD
1 stop20h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 1/21$815
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 10/3112:15 pmMAD - SJO
2 stops29h 10mUnited Airlines
sáb. 11/152:30 pmSJO - MAD
1 stop34h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/21$841
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 11/47:35 pmMAD - SJO
1 stop25h 45mSWISS
lun. 11/178:25 pmSJO - MAD
2 stops29h 55mSWISS
Deal found 1/21$862
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 5/137:05 amMAD - SJO
2 stops18h 30mLufthansa
mié. 6/42:40 pmSJO - MAD
3 stops24h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 1/21$896

Find flights from Madrid to San José within your budget

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MadridSan José

MAD - SJO

MADSJO

Madrid Barajas

mié. 3/12

12:35 am-9:20 am

1 stop15h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

sáb. 3/29

10:15 am-8:55 am

1 stop15h 40m

$659

MadridSan José

MAD - SJO

MADSJO

Madrid Barajas

mar. 3/4

2:45 pm-6:50 pm

Nonstop11h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 3/18

9:00 pm-2:05 pm

Nonstop10h 05m

$679

MadridSan José

MAD - SJO

MADSJO

Madrid Barajas

dom. 5/18

8:25 pm-5:15 pm

2 stops28h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

dom. 6/1

2:29 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops18h 16m

$686

MadridSan José

MAD - SJO

MADSJO

Madrid Barajas

mar. 6/3

8:25 pm-5:25 pm

2 stops29h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

vie. 6/13

7:40 pm-11:25 pm

2 stops19h 45m

$705

MadridSan José

MAD - SJO

MADSJO

Madrid Barajas

lun. 3/17

6:00 am-9:24 pm

2 stops22h 24m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

sáb. 3/29

2:47 pm-9:25 am

1 stop35h 38m

$720

MadridSan José

MAD - SJO

MADSJO

Madrid Barajas

mié. 2/26

12:20 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop17h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

vie. 3/21

7:55 am-9:35 am

2 stops18h 40m

$821

MadridSan José

MAD - SJO

MADSJO

Madrid Barajas

sáb. 3/1

12:15 pm-12:56 pm

2 stops31h 41m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 5/27

8:45 am-8:10 am

2 stops39h 25m

$841

MadridSan José

MAD - SJO

MADSJO

Madrid Barajas

mar. 5/13

7:05 am-5:35 pm

2 stops18h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 6/4

2:40 pm-11:30 pm

3 stops24h 50m

$896

MadridSan José

MAD - SJO

MADSJO

Madrid Barajas

vie. 4/18

11:30 am-3:05 pm

Nonstop11h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

vie. 5/9

6:07 pm-10:25 am

1 stop32h 18m

$961

MadridSan José

MAD - SJO

MADSJO

Madrid Barajas

sáb. 4/26

3:20 pm-6:10 pm

Nonstop10h 50m

$441

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Madrid to San José in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice 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 Madrid-San José, San José Province flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Madrid-San José, San José Province flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Madrid-San José, San José Province flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Madrid-San José, San José Province 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 Madrid-San José, San José Province flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from Madrid to San José

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Madrid to San José including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Madrid to San José. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Madrid to San José, San José Province may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 40 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madrid to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Madrid to San José, San José Province in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 MAD to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Madrid to San José. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated enero 21, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Madrid to San José, San José Province at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 17% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

Rainfall in San José by month

Plan your trip to San José by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San José, San José Province ranges from 0.0 - 11.8 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit San José, San José Province when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San José by month

Plan your trip to San José by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San José, San José Province, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 64.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San José

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San José. 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 San José. Reviews last updated enero 21, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Avianca, Iberojet and Delta from Madrid to San José have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

The plane had a mechanical error that delayed us by almost an hour. On the positive side the captain kept us all in the know

8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

The plane had a mechanical error that delayed us by almost an hour. On the positive side the captain kept us all in the know

7.8
Good
1,341 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

The plane had a mechanical error that delayed us by almost an hour. On the positive side the captain kept us all in the know

7.4
Good
8,985 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

The plane had a mechanical error that delayed us by almost an hour. On the positive side the captain kept us all in the know

7.3
Good
3,931 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

The plane had a mechanical error that delayed us by almost an hour. On the positive side the captain kept us all in the know

7.0
Good
8,635 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0