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Cheap flights from San José to Madrid, Spain from £342

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 18/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — MAD
8 Dec — 15 Dec1
1 adult

The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Madrid Barajas are usually found in February or November, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

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San JoséMadrid

SJO - MAD

SJOMAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 8/2

20:50-13:55

Nonstop10h 05m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 22/2

14:45-18:50

Nonstop11h 05m

£470

San JoséMadrid

SJO - MAD

SJOMAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 21/1

06:15-09:35

1 stop20h 20m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 31/1

12:15-22:25

1 stop17h 10m

£499

San JoséMadrid

SJO - MAD

SJOMAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 12/2

18:10-11:30

Nonstop10h 20m

Madrid Barajas

Sun 4/5

11:30-15:05

Nonstop11h 35m

£503

San JoséMadrid

SJO - MAD

SJOMAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 14/5

14:42-16:25

2 stops17h 43m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 28/5

10:05-16:45

1 stop14h 40m

£530

San JoséMadrid

SJO - MAD

SJOMAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 11/2

14:19-16:05

2 stops18h 46m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 12/3

06:00-18:25

1 stop19h 25m

£565

San JoséMadrid

SJO - MAD

SJOMAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 25/1

06:30-09:15

2 stops19h 45m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 8/2

11:15-12:42

1 stop32h 27m

£571

San JoséMadrid

SJO - MAD

SJOMAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/5

02:04-23:45

1 stop13h 41m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 14/5

09:40-15:50

1 stop14h 10m

£632

San JoséMadrid

SJO - MAD

SJOMAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 18/1

12:25-13:45

3 stops42h 20m

£342

San JoséMadrid

SJO - MAD

SJOMAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 20/5

20:50-15:00

Nonstop10h 10m

£367

San JoséMadrid

SJO - MAD

SJOMAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 11/2

02:15-22:35

1 stop13h 20m

£412

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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 3 December 2024.

Round-trip from

£470

One-way from

£342

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Iberojet
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  • 8/2-22/2
  • Nonstop
  • 21h 10m total
  • San José to Madrid
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18/1
  • 18/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 42h 20m total
  • San José to Madrid
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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 3 December 2024.

Tue 3/1220:10SJO - MAD
2 stops16h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/1206:00MAD - SJO
1 stop18h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12£505
Tue 31/1218:30SJO - MAD
Nonstop9h 50mIberia
Wed 22/112:20MAD - SJO
Nonstop11h 25mIberia
Deal found 2/12£527
Tue 3/1220:10SJO - MAD
2 stops16h 30mKLM
Sat 14/1211:00MAD - SJO
1 stop17h 57mKLM
Deal found 2/12£636
Tue 3/1221:00SJO - MAD
Nonstop10h 05mIberojet
Sat 1/214:45MAD - SJO
Nonstop11h 05mIberojet
Deal found 2/12£640
Tue 3/1214:20SJO - MAD
2 stops35h 55mUnited Airlines
Sat 18/111:15MAD - SJO
2 stops26h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/12£732
Mon 2/1220:10SJO - MAD
1 stop19h 55mAir France
Sat 14/1206:00MAD - SJO
2 stops22h 57mAir France
Deal found 2/12£734
Thu 5/1220:40SJO - MAD
1 stop20h 15mLufthansa
Thu 12/1212:05MAD - SJO
2 stops33h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 2/12£746
Mon 30/1202:15SJO - MAD
1 stop13h 20mAvianca
Tue 14/108:30MAD - SJO
2 stops17h 25mAvianca
Deal found 2/12£757
Sat 28/1217:20SJO - MAD
1 stop12h 45mAir Europa
Sun 9/215:10MAD - SJO
1 stop13h 56mAir Europa
Deal found 2/12£784
Mon 2/1216:05SJO - MAD
2 stops34h 15mSWISS
Thu 12/1219:35MAD - SJO
1 stop26h 20mSWISS
Deal found 2/12£807

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Travel insights for flights from San José to Madrid

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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 return flight from San José to Madrid. Price data was last updated on 22 November 2024.

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 83 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Madrid (average of £94). Flying from San José, San José Province to Madrid in August is currently the most expensive (average of £264). 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 3 December 2024.

When flying from San José, San José Province to Madrid, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 36% versus a flight at midday.

Weekly flight availability from San José, San José Province 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 3 December 2024.

The most flights from SJO to MAD are scheduled on a Friday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

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 10.0 - 60.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Madrid when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

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 25.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 5.0 C).

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 3 December 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Iberojet, United Airlines and Avianca from San José to Madrid to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,343 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was late do to issues with loading stuff. One of the two bathrooms in business class was not working. WiFi did not work 80% of the time. My bag came out last even though it had a priority tag

KLM
7.8
Good
1,343 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,343 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was late do to issues with loading stuff. One of the two bathrooms in business class was not working. WiFi did not work 80% of the time. My bag came out last even though it had a priority tag

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,141 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,343 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was late do to issues with loading stuff. One of the two bathrooms in business class was not working. WiFi did not work 80% of the time. My bag came out last even though it had a priority tag

Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
3,924 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,343 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was late do to issues with loading stuff. One of the two bathrooms in business class was not working. WiFi did not work 80% of the time. My bag came out last even though it had a priority tag

Air Canada
7.0
Good
8,293 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,343 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was late do to issues with loading stuff. One of the two bathrooms in business class was not working. WiFi did not work 80% of the time. My bag came out last even though it had a priority tag

Avianca
7.0
Good
2,759 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,343 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was late do to issues with loading stuff. One of the two bathrooms in business class was not working. WiFi did not work 80% of the time. My bag came out last even though it had a priority tag

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?

    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 9h 50m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 4 outbound flights from Juan Santamaria Intl to Barajas offered by 4 different airlines.

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

    Flights from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Madrid Barajas have been viewed 16 times in the past calendar month.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from San José, San José Province to Madrid is Iberojet. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £470 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Air Canada and Iberia, starting at £499 and £503 round-trip. Users have found that Iberojet is 23% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Iberojet. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £367. Users have also found prices from £412 and £609 on Avianca and Iberia, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San José, San José Province 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, San José Province to Madrid on time: Iberia (67%), Qatar Airways (62%), British Airways (62%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San José, San José Province to Madrid? While on average our users pay £995, our data indicates the cheapest price to be £384. The most popular route (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Madrid Barajas), is priced around £456.

  • 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 holiday 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Madrid (average of £94). Flying from San José, San José Province to Madrid in August is currently the most expensive (average of £264). 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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