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Cheap flights from Madrid, Spain to San José from C$ 582

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 22/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAD — SJO
4 Aug — 11 Aug1
1 adult

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 30 July 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 1,037

One-way from

C$ 582

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

C$ 1,520
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 25/9-14/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 46h 10m total
  • Madrid to San José
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Avianca
  • Avianca
  • 22/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 20h 00m total
  • Madrid to San José
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (C$ 250 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (C$ 46 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 30 July 2025.

Thu 25/97:35 p.m.MAD - SJO
1 stop26h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 14/107:25 p.m.SJO - MAD
1 stop20h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/7C$ 1,037
Sat 8/112:45 p.m.MAD - SJO
Nonstop11h 05mIberojet
Sat 6/128:50 p.m.SJO - MAD
Nonstop10h 05mIberojet
Deal found 30/7C$ 1,039
Mon 15/912:40 p.m.MAD - SJO
2 stops31h 28mDelta
Wed 24/91:35 p.m.SJO - MAD
2 stops58h 15mDelta
Deal found 30/7C$ 1,041
Thu 9/1011:15 a.m.MAD - SJO
2 stops40h 22mUnited Airlines
Sat 18/108:37 a.m.SJO - MAD
2 stops38h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 29/7C$ 1,046
Tue 30/97:10 a.m.MAD - SJO
2 stops38h 00mLufthansa
Fri 10/103:25 p.m.SJO - MAD
2 stops39h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 29/7C$ 1,048
Wed 17/91:30 a.m.MAD - SJO
1 stop15h 50mAvianca
Sat 20/91:40 a.m.SJO - MAD
1 stop13h 50mAvianca
Deal found 30/7C$ 1,058
Tue 30/97:35 p.m.MAD - SJO
1 stop25h 35mSWISS
Fri 17/103:25 p.m.SJO - MAD
1 stop19h 20mSWISS
Deal found 29/7C$ 1,092
Mon 1/128:30 p.m.MAD - SJO
1 stop28h 55mKLM
Mon 19/18:30 p.m.SJO - MAD
1 stop19h 55mKLM
Deal found 30/7C$ 1,099

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Madrid

Fly to

San José

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MadridSan José

MAD - SJO

MADSJO

Madrid Barajas

Thu 25/9

7:35 p.m.-1:45 p.m.

1 stop26h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 14/10

7:25 p.m.-11:25 p.m.

1 stop20h 00m

C$ 1,037

MadridSan José

MAD - SJO

MADSJO

Madrid Barajas

Sat 8/11

2:45 p.m.-6:50 p.m.

Nonstop11h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 6/12

8:50 p.m.-1:55 p.m.

Nonstop10h 05m

C$ 1,039

MadridSan José

MAD - SJO

MADSJO

Madrid Barajas

Mon 15/9

12:40 p.m.-12:08 p.m.

2 stops31h 28m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 24/9

1:35 p.m.-9:35 a.m.

1 stop36h 00m

C$ 1,041

MadridSan José

MAD - SJO

MADSJO

Madrid Barajas

Thu 9/10

11:15 a.m.-7:37 p.m.

2 stops40h 22m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 18/10

8:37 a.m.-6:40 a.m.

2 stops38h 03m

C$ 1,046

MadridSan José

MAD - SJO

MADSJO

Madrid Barajas

Tue 30/9

7:10 a.m.-1:10 p.m.

2 stops38h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 10/10

3:25 p.m.-2:40 p.m.

2 stops39h 15m

C$ 1,048

MadridSan José

MAD - SJO

MADSJO

Madrid Barajas

Wed 17/9

1:30 a.m.-9:20 a.m.

1 stop15h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 20/9

1:40 a.m.-11:30 p.m.

1 stop13h 50m

C$ 1,058

MadridSan José

MAD - SJO

MADSJO

Madrid Barajas

Tue 30/9

7:35 p.m.-1:10 p.m.

1 stop25h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 17/10

3:25 p.m.-6:45 p.m.

1 stop19h 20m

C$ 1,092

MadridSan José

MAD - SJO

MADSJO

Madrid Barajas

Mon 1/12

8:30 p.m.-6:25 p.m.

1 stop28h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 19/1

8:30 p.m.-11:25 p.m.

1 stop19h 55m

C$ 1,099

MadridSan José

MAD - SJO

MADSJO

Madrid Barajas

Mon 22/9

1:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

2 stops20h 00m

C$ 582

MadridSan José

MAD - SJO

MADSJO

Madrid Barajas

Tue 23/9

4:30 p.m.-7:20 p.m.

Nonstop10h 50m

C$ 654

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Madrid to San José

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

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 25 July 2025.

The best time to book flights from Madrid to San José, San José Province is 63 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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 C$ 486). Flying from Madrid to San José, San José Province in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 683). 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 30 July 2025.

When flying from Madrid to San José, San José Province, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Madrid to San José, San José Province

Explore weekly flight availability from Madrid to San José. 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 30 July 2025.

The most flights from MAD to SJO are scheduled on a Tuesday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Madrid to San José, San José Province?

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 30 July 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Madrid to San José, such as Delta,KLM, andSWISS. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Peter,Oct 2023

MAD - JFK

The delta and planes are getting old. Tv screen would blink off and on every time the person in front of me moved Storage area torn and drooping. Time for and update Delta
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Peter,Oct 2023

MAD - JFK

The delta and planes are getting old. Tv screen would blink off and on every time the person in front of me moved Storage area torn and drooping. Time for and update Delta
KLM
7.8
Good
1,383 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Peter,Oct 2023

MAD - JFK

The delta and planes are getting old. Tv screen would blink off and on every time the person in front of me moved Storage area torn and drooping. Time for and update Delta
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,686 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Peter,Oct 2023

MAD - JFK

The delta and planes are getting old. Tv screen would blink off and on every time the person in front of me moved Storage area torn and drooping. Time for and update Delta
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,896 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Peter,Oct 2023

MAD - JFK

The delta and planes are getting old. Tv screen would blink off and on every time the person in front of me moved Storage area torn and drooping. Time for and update Delta
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,269 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Peter,Oct 2023

MAD - JFK

The delta and planes are getting old. Tv screen would blink off and on every time the person in front of me moved Storage area torn and drooping. Time for and update Delta

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Madrid to San José. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Iberojet, at C$ 1,039, was found to be the cheapest airline from Madrid to San José, San José Province.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and United Airlines. Users have found that Iberojet is 14% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Avianca, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at C$ 582. Iberojet flights start at C$ 654 while deals on Delta start at C$ 978 one-way.

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

    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 Madrid to San José, San José Province on time: Qatar Airways (83%), Iberia (83%), British Airways (83%).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Madrid to San José that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Madrid to San José flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Madrid to San José.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Madrid to San José?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Madrid to San José 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 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 C$ 486). Flying from Madrid to San José, San José Province in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 683). 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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