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Cheap flights from San José to Madrid, Spain from £335
This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — MAD
8 Nov — 15 Nov1
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Madrid Barajas are usually found in February or April, booked 80 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Thursday
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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 9 October 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 9 October 2026.
Thu 22/1018:50 -
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Deal found 8/10£456
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Deal found 7/10£463
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Deal found 5/10£469
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Deal found 9/10£471
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Deal found 7/10£474
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Deal found 7/10£476
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Deal found 8/10£477
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Deal found 5/10£477
Tue 10/1119:30 -
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Thu 19/1118:50 -
1 stop28h 20m
Deal found 5/10£484
Best flights from San José to MadridDiscover 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 9 October 2026.
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 9 October 2026.
Tue 16/308:05 -
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Deal found 7/10£654
Fri 15/119:40 -
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Deal found 7/10£941
Sun 1/1109:40 -
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1 stop32h 27m
Deal found 9/10£691
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Thu 11/311:00 -
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Deal found 8/10£730
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Deal found 5/10£735
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Deal found 9/10£1,018
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Deal found 9/10£794
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Deal found 8/10£811
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Deal found 6/10£1,098
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1 stop32h 27m
Deal found 9/10£957
Direct flights from San José to MadridExplore 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 9 October 2026.
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 9 October 2026.
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Deal found 6/10£455
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Deal found 8/10£456
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Deal found 9/10£471
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Deal found 9/10£476
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Deal found 8/10£477
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Deal found 5/10£477
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Deal found 8/10£496
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Deal found 8/10£496
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Deal found 5/10£497
Last-minute flights from San José to MadridDiscover last-minute flight deals from San José to Madrid. Data last updated 9 October 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San José to Madrid. Data last updated 9 October 2026 and is based on user searches.
Tue 20/1022:40 -
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Thu 19/1113:00 -
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Deal found 9/10£471
Thu 22/1018:50 -
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Thu 19/1113:00 -
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Deal found 8/10£456
Thu 22/1018:25 -
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Thu 19/1106:05 -
2 stops19h 54m
Deal found 7/10£463
Thu 22/1018:50 -
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Tue 17/1114:45 -
Nonstop11h 30m
Deal found 5/10£477
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Sat 21/1114:45 -
Nonstop11h 15m
Deal found 7/10£476
Tue 3/1119:30 -
1 stop17h 05m
Thu 19/1118:50 -
1 stop28h 20m
Deal found 5/10£469
Tue 3/1121:45 -
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Thu 19/1113:00 -
Nonstop11h 30m
Deal found 8/10£477
Sat 7/1118:20 -
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Thu 19/1106:05 -
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Deal found 7/10£474
Tue 10/1119:30 -
1 stop17h 05m
Thu 19/1118:50 -
1 stop28h 20m
Deal found 5/10£484
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 9 October 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from San José to Madrid. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 9 October 2026.
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Deal found 8/10£335
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Deal found 9/10£336
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Deal found 5/10£353
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Deal found 6/10£369
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Deal found 8/10£372
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 9 October 2026.
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San JoséMadrid
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - MAD Madrid Barajas
SJOMAD
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 11/3
20:00-13:00
Nonstop10h 00m
Madrid Barajas
Wed 31/12
00:00-17:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£336
San JoséMadrid
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - MAD Madrid Barajas
SJOMAD
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Tue 16/3
21:45-14:45
Nonstop10h 00m
Madrid Barajas
Wed 31/12
00:00-17:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£336
San JoséMadrid
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - MAD Madrid Barajas
SJOMAD
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Tue 19/1
21:45-14:45
Nonstop10h 00m
Madrid Barajas
Wed 31/12
00:00-17:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£370
San JoséMadrid
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - MAD Madrid Barajas
SJOMAD
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sat 7/11
07:30-07:45
2 stops41h 15m
Madrid Barajas
Wed 31/12
00:00-17:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£485
San JoséMadrid
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - MAD Madrid Barajas
SJOMAD
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sat 24/10
13:25-08:45
2 stops35h 20m
Madrid Barajas
Wed 31/12
00:00-17:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£565
San JoséMadrid
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - MAD Madrid Barajas
SJOMAD
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 28/10
08:40-07:45
2 stops40h 05m
Madrid Barajas
Wed 31/12
00:00-17:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£568
San JoséMadrid
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - MAD Madrid Barajas
SJOMAD
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 22/10
14:48-13:15
1 stop14h 27m
Madrid Barajas
Wed 31/12
00:00-17:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£576
San JoséMadrid
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - MAD Madrid Barajas
SJOMAD
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Tue 16/3
08:05-16:40
2 stops25h 35m
Madrid Barajas
Tue 30/3
06:20-20:19
2 stops21h 59m
£654
San JoséMadrid
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - MAD Madrid Barajas
SJOMAD
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sun 1/11
09:40-07:45
2 stops39h 05m
Madrid Barajas
Tue 17/11
11:15-12:42
1 stop32h 27m
£691
San JoséMadrid
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - MAD Madrid Barajas
SJOMAD
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 18/2
23:28-09:30
1 stop27h 02m
Madrid Barajas
Thu 11/3
11:00-13:00
1 stop33h 00m
£730
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How far ahead should I book a flight from San José to Madrid?
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 79 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 £471). Flying from San José to Madrid in December is currently the most expensive (average of £805). 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 9 October 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 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 past year, Iberojet have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 22% 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 9 October 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Iberia 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.
Entertainment
6.6
Crew
7.7
Comfort
6.8
Food
6.4
Overall
7.0
Boarding
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreT,Jun 2026
JFK - MAD
Entertainment
6.6
Crew
7.7
Comfort
6.8
Food
6.4
Overall
7.0
Boarding
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreT,Jun 2026
JFK - MAD
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