Cheap flights from San José to Madrid, Spain from £315
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 14/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — MAD
30 Mar — 6 Apr1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Madrid Barajas are usually found in February or November, booked 71 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Saturday
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Cheapest flights from San José to Madrid
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Madrid. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 28 February 2026.
Tue 14/718:25
SJO
-
MAD
1 stop31h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 19/816:40
MAD
-
SJO
1 stop32h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/2£397
Tue 3/318:15
SJO
-
MAD
Nonstop9h 50m
Iberia
Sat 14/312:25
MAD
-
SJO
Nonstop11h 10m
Iberia
Deal found 28/2£400
Sat 7/318:15
SJO
-
MAD
Nonstop9h 50m
Iberia
Tue 17/312:25
MAD
-
SJO
Nonstop11h 10m
Iberia
Deal found 26/2£401
Wed 4/320:30
SJO
-
MAD
1 stop30h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 18/310:00
MAD
-
SJO
1 stop14h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/2£406
Tue 10/318:15
SJO
-
MAD
Nonstop9h 50m
Iberia
Tue 24/312:25
MAD
-
SJO
Nonstop11h 10m
Iberia
Deal found 28/2£407
Fri 17/416:30
SJO
-
MAD
Nonstop10h 20m
Iberia
Sat 25/411:50
MAD
-
SJO
Nonstop11h 10m
Iberia
Deal found 27/2£408
Sun 12/416:30
SJO
-
MAD
Nonstop10h 20m
Iberia
Tue 21/411:30
MAD
-
SJO
Nonstop11h 35m
Iberia
Deal found 27/2£409
Wed 3/619:05
SJO
-
MAD
2 stops20h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 11/616:40
MAD
-
SJO
1 stop32h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/2£410
Tue 3/320:30
SJO
-
MAD
1 stop30h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 24/306:00
MAD
-
SJO
1 stop18h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/2£411
Wed 4/320:30
SJO
-
MAD
1 stop32h 40m
KLM
Wed 18/307:05
MAD
-
SJO
1 stop18h 20m
KLM
Deal found 24/2£412
Tue 14/718:25
SJO
-
MAD
1 stop33h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 20/812:20
MAD
-
SJO
2 stops17h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/2£413
Best flights from San José to Madrid
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San José to Madrid that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 28 February 2026.
Fri 17/416:30
SJO
-
MAD
Nonstop10h 20m
Iberia
Mon 11/511:30
MAD
-
SJO
Nonstop11h 35m
Iberia
Deal found 27/2£428
Thu 28/513:20
SJO
-
MAD
1 stop14h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 11/612:20
MAD
-
SJO
2 stops17h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/2£566
Fri 17/413:25
SJO
-
MAD
2 stops35h 35m
United Airlines
Mon 11/513:30
MAD
-
SJO
2 stops54h 51m
United Airlines
Deal found 26/2£629
Sat 28/320:50
SJO
-
MAD
Nonstop10h 05m
Iberojet
Sat 16/515:50
MAD
-
SJO
Nonstop10h 50m
Iberojet
Deal found 25/2£689
Thu 21/518:25
SJO
-
MAD
1 stop35h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 11/616:40
MAD
-
SJO
1 stop32h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/2£587
Sat 28/300:30
SJO
-
MAD
2 stops31h 30m
United Airlines
Sun 5/413:15
MAD
-
SJO
2 stops52h 56m
United Airlines
Deal found 27/2£729
Fri 22/519:15
SJO
-
MAD
2 stops20h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 31/516:40
MAD
-
SJO
1 stop32h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/2£663
Direct flights from San José to Madrid
Explore direct flight options from San José to Madrid based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 28 February 2026.
Tue 10/318:15
SJO
-
MAD
Nonstop9h 50m
Iberia
Tue 24/312:25
MAD
-
SJO
Nonstop11h 10m
Iberia
Deal found 28/2£400
Fri 17/416:30
SJO
-
MAD
Nonstop10h 20m
Iberia
Sat 25/411:50
MAD
-
SJO
Nonstop11h 10m
Iberia
Deal found 27/2£408
Sun 12/416:30
SJO
-
MAD
Nonstop10h 20m
Iberia
Tue 21/411:30
MAD
-
SJO
Nonstop11h 35m
Iberia
Deal found 27/2£409
Sat 11/416:30
SJO
-
MAD
Nonstop10h 20m
Iberia
Sat 18/411:30
MAD
-
SJO
Nonstop11h 35m
Iberia
Deal found 25/2£420
Wed 8/416:30
SJO
-
MAD
Nonstop10h 20m
Iberia
Wed 22/411:30
MAD
-
SJO
Nonstop11h 35m
Iberia
Deal found 27/2£427
Fri 17/416:30
SJO
-
MAD
Nonstop10h 20m
Iberia
Mon 11/511:30
MAD
-
SJO
Nonstop11h 35m
Iberia
Deal found 27/2£428
Tue 10/318:15
SJO
-
MAD
Nonstop9h 50m
Iberia
Tue 17/312:25
MAD
-
SJO
Nonstop11h 10m
Iberia
Deal found 28/2£438
Thu 2/416:30
SJO
-
MAD
Nonstop9h 50m
Iberia
Wed 15/411:30
MAD
-
SJO
Nonstop11h 35m
Iberia
Deal found 28/2£447
Sat 18/421:10
SJO
-
MAD
Nonstop10h 15m
Iberojet
Tue 5/514:20
MAD
-
SJO
Nonstop10h 50m
Iberojet
Deal found 27/2£484
Last-minute flights from San José to Madrid
Discover last-minute flight deals from San José to Madrid. Data last updated 28 February 2026 and is based on user searches.
Tue 3/318:15
SJO
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MAD
Nonstop9h 50m
Iberia
Sat 14/312:25
MAD
-
SJO
Nonstop11h 10m
Iberia
Deal found 28/2£400
Tue 3/320:30
SJO
-
MAD
1 stop30h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 24/306:00
MAD
-
SJO
1 stop18h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/2£411
Tue 3/318:15
SJO
-
MAD
Nonstop9h 50m
Iberia
Tue 17/312:25
MAD
-
SJO
Nonstop11h 10m
Iberia
Deal found 27/2£439
Wed 4/320:30
SJO
-
MAD
1 stop30h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 18/310:00
MAD
-
SJO
1 stop14h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/2£406
Wed 4/320:30
SJO
-
MAD
1 stop30h 45m
KLM
Wed 18/307:05
MAD
-
SJO
1 stop18h 20m
KLM
Deal found 24/2£412
Sat 7/318:15
SJO
-
MAD
Nonstop9h 50m
Iberia
Tue 17/312:25
MAD
-
SJO
Nonstop11h 10m
Iberia
Deal found 26/2£401
Mon 9/320:30
SJO
-
MAD
1 stop19h 55m
KLM
Tue 17/306:00
MAD
-
SJO
1 stop19h 25m
KLM
Deal found 24/2£415
Tue 10/318:15
SJO
-
MAD
Nonstop9h 50m
Iberia
Tue 24/312:25
MAD
-
SJO
Nonstop11h 10m
Iberia
Deal found 28/2£407
Tue 10/318:15
SJO
-
MAD
Nonstop9h 50m
Iberia
Tue 17/312:25
MAD
-
SJO
Nonstop11h 10m
Iberia
Deal found 28/2£438
Sat 21/318:15
SJO
-
MAD
Nonstop9h 50m
Iberia
Tue 31/311:30
MAD
-
SJO
Nonstop11h 35m
Iberia
Deal found 26/2£408
One-way flights from San José to Madrid
Search for one-way flight options from San José to Madrid. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 28 February 2026.
Tue 7/719:40
SJO
-
MAD
Nonstop10h 15m
Iberojet
Deal found 24/2£315
Sat 20/621:10
SJO
-
MAD
Nonstop10h 15m
Iberojet
Deal found 24/2£315
Wed 15/407:45
SJO
-
MAD
2 stops27h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/2£346
Tue 17/321:15
SJO
-
MAD
Nonstop10h 00m
Iberojet
Deal found 25/2£349
Tue 12/519:40
SJO
-
MAD
Nonstop10h 15m
Iberojet
Deal found 24/2£350
Sat 2/521:10
SJO
-
MAD
Nonstop10h 15m
Iberojet
Deal found 27/2£385
Sun 31/509:25
SJO
-
MAD
1 stop15h 40m
Avianca
Deal found 24/2£416
Thu 25/619:45
SJO
-
MAD
1 stop14h 20m
Avianca
Deal found 25/2£417
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 28 February 2026.
Customise 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 28 February 2026.
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Fly from
Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Price
San JoséMadrid
SJO - MAD
SJOMAD
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Fri 17/4
16:30-10:50
Nonstop10h 20m
Madrid Barajas
Mon 11/5
11:30-15:05
Nonstop11h 35m
£428
San JoséMadrid
SJO - MAD
SJOMAD
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 28/5
13:20-12:15
1 stop14h 55m
Madrid Barajas
Thu 11/6
12:20-21:47
2 stops17h 27m
£566
San JoséMadrid
SJO - MAD
SJOMAD
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 21/5
18:25-13:40
1 stop35h 15m
Madrid Barajas
Thu 11/6
16:40-17:00
1 stop32h 20m
£587
San JoséMadrid
SJO - MAD
SJOMAD
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Fri 17/4
13:25-09:00
2 stops35h 35m
Madrid Barajas
Mon 11/5
13:30-12:21
2 stops54h 51m
£629
San JoséMadrid
SJO - MAD
SJOMAD
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Fri 22/5
19:15-23:25
2 stops20h 10m
Madrid Barajas
Sun 31/5
16:40-17:00
1 stop32h 20m
£663
San JoséMadrid
SJO - MAD
SJOMAD
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sat 28/3
20:50-14:55
Nonstop10h 05m
Madrid Barajas
Sat 16/5
15:50-18:40
Nonstop10h 50m
£689
San JoséMadrid
SJO - MAD
SJOMAD
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sat 28/3
00:30-16:00
2 stops31h 30m
Madrid Barajas
Sun 5/4
13:15-10:11
2 stops52h 56m
£729
San JoséMadrid
SJO - MAD
SJOMAD
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Tue 14/7
19:40-13:55
Nonstop10h 15m
£315
San JoséMadrid
SJO - MAD
SJOMAD
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sat 14/3
21:50-14:50
Nonstop10h 00m
£315
San JoséMadrid
SJO - MAD
SJOMAD
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sat 30/5
21:10-15:25
Nonstop10h 15m
£315
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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 return flight from San José to Madrid. Price data was last updated on 20 February 2026.
The price you pay for your flight from San José to Madrid may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 71 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 to Madrid?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Madrid (average of £364). Flying from San José to Madrid in December is currently the most expensive (average of £501). 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 28 February 2026.
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from San José to Madrid as you normally would.
How much does it cost for a return flight from San José to Madrid?
Weekly flight availability from San José to Madrid
Explore weekly flight availability from San José to Madrid. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 28 February 2026.
The most flights from SJO to MAD are scheduled on a Thursday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).
How often are flights from San José to Madrid delayed?
About 29% of weekly flights between San José and Madrid have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 167 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 past year, Iberia have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 24% of flights being delayed.
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 28 February 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Iberia and Avianca from San José to Madrid have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Ground staff in Seville are incompetent. I fly over 300K KM per year and understand rules. Had to waste time to try to get baggage checked through for entire reservation but ground crew insisted I had to claim in Madrid. Once in Madrid, Ground staff said that it should have been checked through and did recheck the baggage. Wasted time and energy. Not level of service expected when flying business class with family and 10 suitcases. And one suitcase got lost.
Ground staff in Seville are incompetent. I fly over 300K KM per year and understand rules. Had to waste time to try to get baggage checked through for entire reservation but ground crew insisted I had to claim in Madrid. Once in Madrid, Ground staff said that it should have been checked through and did recheck the baggage. Wasted time and energy. Not level of service expected when flying business class with family and 10 suitcases. And one suitcase got lost.
Ground staff in Seville are incompetent. I fly over 300K KM per year and understand rules. Had to waste time to try to get baggage checked through for entire reservation but ground crew insisted I had to claim in Madrid. Once in Madrid, Ground staff said that it should have been checked through and did recheck the baggage. Wasted time and energy. Not level of service expected when flying business class with family and 10 suitcases. And one suitcase got lost.
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What airports do I use to fly from San José to Madrid?
To fly from San José to Madrid, you need to book a flight from Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) to Barajas (MAD). Nonstop flights to Madrid Barajas from San José Juan Santamaria Intl take 10h 15m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 2 outbound flights from Juan Santamaria Intl to Barajas offered by 3 different airlines.
How popular is this San José to Madrid flight route?
The San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Madrid Barajas flight path was viewed by 8 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.
How long is the flight from San José to Madrid?
Iberia and United Airlines can get you from San José to Madrid in just under 10h 20m. Your travel time can differ by up to 25h 15m. There are 5278 mi between San José and Madrid. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from San José to Madrid round-trip?
Avianca, at £406, was found to be the cheapest airline from San José to Madrid.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include Iberojet and Iberia. Avianca is currently priced 31% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.
What are the most reliable airlines from San José to Madrid?
Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from San José to Madrid on time: Iberojet (94%), Qatar Airways (65%), Iberia (65%).
What are the cheapest flights from San José to Madrid?
Looking for the cheapest flight from San José to Madrid? While on average our users pay £1,381, our data indicates the cheapest price to be £495. The most popular route (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Madrid Barajas), is priced around £576.
Can I find deals for business class flights from San José to Madrid?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José to Madrid by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San José to Madrid?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Madrid (average of £364). Flying from San José to Madrid in December is currently the most expensive (average of £501). 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.
Explore flights to Madrid departing from other origins. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 28 February 2026.
Browse through other flights departing from San José. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 28 February 2026.
Discover the top 3 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 28 February 2026.
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