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$401+ 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 7/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — MAD
Apr 16 — Apr 231
Wed 4/16
Wed 4/23
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 85 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Thursday

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$600
(KLM)

One-way from

$401
(SmartFares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$855

Good round-trip deal

$744 or less

Good one-way deal

$451 or less
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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 11, 2025.

This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/227:40 pmSJO - MAD
2 stops19h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/216:00 amMAD - SJO
1 stop19h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/10$597
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/317:20 pmSJO - MAD
Nonstop10h 10mIberojet
Thu 8/282:30 pmMAD - SJO
Nonstop10h 50mIberojet
Deal found 4/10$598
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/12:29 pmSJO - MAD
2 stops18h 16mAir France
Fri 6/136:00 amMAD - SJO
1 stop19h 25mAir France
Deal found 4/11$617
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/227:40 pmSJO - MAD
2 stops19h 45mKLM
Thu 8/216:00 amMAD - SJO
2 stops19h 25mKLM
Deal found 4/10$626
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/34:30 pmSJO - MAD
Nonstop10h 20mIberia
Tue 6/1711:30 amMAD - SJO
Nonstop11h 05mIberia
Deal found 4/10$644
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/167:55 amSJO - MAD
1 stop15h 55mAir Canada
Sat 10/2512:45 pmMAD - SJO
2 stops40h 00mAir Canada
Deal found 4/11$749
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/94:45 pmSJO - MAD
1 stop22h 45mAvianca
Sun 5/181:30 amMAD - SJO
1 stop22h 20mAvianca
Deal found 4/10$780
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/251:00 pmSJO - MAD
2 stops33h 40mUnited Airlines
Fri 6/611:15 amMAD - SJO
2 stops30h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/10$820

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San José to Madrid that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 11, 2025.
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 - MAD

SJOMAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 7/22

7:40 pm-11:25 pm

2 stops19h 45m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 8/21

6:00 am-5:25 pm

1 stop19h 25m

$597

San JoséMadrid

SJO - MAD

SJOMAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 7/31

7:20 pm-1:30 pm

Nonstop10h 10m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 8/28

2:30 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop10h 50m

$598

San JoséMadrid

SJO - MAD

SJOMAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 6/1

2:29 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops18h 16m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 6/13

6:00 am-5:25 pm

1 stop19h 25m

$617

San JoséMadrid

SJO - MAD

SJOMAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 7/22

7:40 pm-11:25 pm

2 stops19h 45m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 8/21

6:00 am-5:25 pm

2 stops19h 25m

$626

San JoséMadrid

SJO - MAD

SJOMAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 6/3

4:30 pm-10:50 am

Nonstop10h 20m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 6/17

11:30 am-2:35 pm

Nonstop11h 05m

$644

San JoséMadrid

SJO - MAD

SJOMAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 10/6

7:55 am-7:50 am

1 stop15h 55m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 10/21

12:45 pm-8:20 pm

2 stops39h 35m

$749

San JoséMadrid

SJO - MAD

SJOMAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/9

4:45 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop22h 45m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 5/19

5:30 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop14h 00m

$780

San JoséMadrid

SJO - MAD

SJOMAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/25

1:00 pm-6:40 am

2 stops33h 40m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 6/4

11:15 am-10:11 am

2 stops30h 56m

$820

San JoséMadrid

SJO - MAD

SJOMAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 7/8

7:45 pm-1:55 pm

Nonstop10h 10m

$401

San JoséMadrid

SJO - MAD

SJOMAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/25

11:32 am-12:05 am

3 stops52h 33m

$414

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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 April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice 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, San José Province-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, San José Province-Madrid flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San José, San José Province-Madrid flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San José, San José Province-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, San José Province-Madrid flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

The best insider tips for San José to Madrid flights

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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. Arrive at least 3 hours before your flight for a smooth departure.

Read more about SJOby Marisa Garcia
MAD

Upon arrival at MAD, consider using public transport. The pink metro line 8 connects the airport with various city locations.

Read more about MADby Lori Zaino
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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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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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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from San José to Madrid

How far ahead should I book a flight from San José, San José Province 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 4, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from San José, San José Province to Madrid may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 85 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 San José, San José Province to Madrid?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Madrid (average of $543). Flying from San José, San José Province to Madrid in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,101). 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 11, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San José, San José Province to Madrid in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 27% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San José, San José Province 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, San José Province 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.

Rainfall in Madrid by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Madrid ranges from 0.4 - 2.4 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Madrid when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Madrid by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Madrid, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

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 11, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San José to Madrid, such as KLM, Air France and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,321 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,321 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,321 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,428 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,321 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,636 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,321 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,753 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,321 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
Air Canada
7.0
Good
9,085 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,321 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.

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 10h 10m for a nonstop flight. There are 2 flights from Juan Santamaria Intl to Madrid per day from 10 airlines.

  • How popular is this San José, San José Province to Madrid flight route?

    The San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Madrid Barajas flight path was viewed by 33 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San José, San José Province to Madrid round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San José, San José Province to Madrid round-trip from $612. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air France, from $627, and KLM, from $630. Iberojet is 24% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San José, San José Province to Madrid one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $401 on Iberojet. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Hahn Air from $492 and Avianca from $510 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San José, San José Province to Madrid?

    Before booking your flight to Madrid from San José, San José Province, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Iberia (84%), Qatar Airways (69%), British Airways( 69%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from San José, San José Province to Madrid is $398. On average you can expect to pay $1,376. The most popular route, (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Madrid Barajas), can usually be booked for $597.

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

    San José, San José Province to Madrid flights have a layover in Bogotá most of the time. Paris sees the second most layovers for non-direct flights flying from San José, San José Province to Madrid.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Bogotá?

    If you're on a layover in Bogotá and looking for things to do, consider visiting Colombian National Museum, Plaza de Bolívar, or Museo Botero. Colombian National Museum, Plaza de Bolívar, and Museo Botero are located about 8.0 mi, 8.7 mi, and 8.9 mi, respectively from Bogotá El Dorado. Those on a layover in Bogotá in need of a rental car can book one at Bogotá El Dorado for about $42.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Paris?

    Eiffel Tower, Champs-Elysées, and Louvre Museum are currently the most popular points of interest in Paris at the moment. Those on a layover in Paris interested in visiting Eiffel Tower, Champs-Elysées, or Louvre Museum can do so by traveling 15.8 mi, 14.7 mi, and 14.3 mi, respectively from Paris Charles de Gaulle. Those landing in Paris looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $41 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San José, San José Province to Madrid flights?

    San José, San José Province to Madrid flights that have layovers will least frequently stop in London. Miami sees the next fewest layovers on San José, San José Province to Madrid flights.

  • 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, San José Province to Madrid?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Madrid (average of $543). Flying from San José, San José Province to Madrid in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,101). 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 10 airlines flying from San José to Madrid

Discover the top 10 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 April 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$497Average$633FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
AviancaCheapest$547Average$799FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air FranceCheapest$549Average$846FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$559Average$771FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
IberojetCheapest$590Average$757FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
IberiaCheapest$621Average$972FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$662Average$779FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
AeromexicoCheapest$831Average$859FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air EuropaCheapest$882Average$1,012FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
British AirwaysCheapest$908Average$1,160FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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