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Cheap flights from Madrid, Spain to San José from C$ 609

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 6/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAD — SJO
5 May — 12 May1
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 April 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 894

One-way from

C$ 609

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

C$ 1,275
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 13/5-31/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 35m total
  • Madrid to San José
Iberojet
  • Iberojet
  • 6/5
  • Nonstop
  • 10h 50m total
  • Madrid to San José
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (C$ 218 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (C$ 45 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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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 April 2025.

Tue 13/56:00 a.m.MAD - SJO
1 stop19h 35mLufthansa
Sat 31/57:25 p.m.SJO - MAD
1 stop20h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 29/4C$ 894
Sat 7/63:00 p.m.MAD - SJO
Nonstop10h 50mIberojet
Sat 14/67:45 p.m.SJO - MAD
Nonstop10h 10mIberojet
Deal found 29/4C$ 896
Thu 25/96:00 a.m.MAD - SJO
2 stops19h 10mKLM
Sat 25/107:25 p.m.SJO - MAD
2 stops21h 00mKLM
Deal found 29/4C$ 902
Sat 3/512:45 p.m.MAD - SJO
2 stops38h 52mUnited Airlines
Sat 24/51:00 p.m.SJO - MAD
2 stops57h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 29/4C$ 909
Tue 20/56:00 a.m.MAD - SJO
2 stops20h 48mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/62:29 p.m.SJO - MAD
2 stops18h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4C$ 950
Tue 20/57:35 p.m.MAD - SJO
1 stop25h 35mSWISS
Wed 28/52:40 p.m.SJO - MAD
2 stops34h 40mSWISS
Deal found 29/4C$ 972
Mon 12/510:05 a.m.MAD - SJO
1 stop33h 54mDelta
Sat 7/62:30 p.m.SJO - MAD
2 stops33h 20mDelta
Deal found 29/4C$ 1,031
Sat 24/55:30 p.m.MAD - SJO
1 stop14h 00mAvianca
Sat 7/610:10 a.m.SJO - MAD
1 stop13h 30mAvianca
Deal found 30/4C$ 1,170
Mon 8/911:30 a.m.MAD - SJO
Nonstop11h 05mIberia
Mon 22/94:10 p.m.SJO - MAD
Nonstop10h 40mIberia
Deal found 29/4C$ 1,298
Mon 19/53:05 p.m.MAD - SJO
1 stop14h 48mAir Europa
Mon 26/52:29 p.m.SJO - MAD
1 stop14h 46mAir Europa
Deal found 29/4C$ 1,304

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Fly from

Madrid

Fly to

San José

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MadridSan José

MAD - SJO

MADSJO

Madrid Barajas

Tue 13/5

6:00 a.m.-5:35 p.m.

1 stop19h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 31/5

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

1 stop20h 00m

C$ 894

MadridSan José

MAD - SJO

MADSJO

Madrid Barajas

Sat 7/6

3:00 p.m.-5:50 p.m.

Nonstop10h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 14/6

7:45 p.m.-1:55 p.m.

Nonstop10h 10m

C$ 896

MadridSan José

MAD - SJO

MADSJO

Madrid Barajas

Thu 25/9

6:00 a.m.-5:10 p.m.

2 stops19h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 25/10

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

2 stops21h 00m

C$ 902

MadridSan José

MAD - SJO

MADSJO

Madrid Barajas

Tue 20/5

6:00 a.m.-6:48 p.m.

2 stops20h 48m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/6

2:29 p.m.-4:45 p.m.

2 stops18h 16m

C$ 950

MadridSan José

MAD - SJO

MADSJO

Madrid Barajas

Tue 20/5

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

1 stop25h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 28/5

2:40 p.m.-9:20 a.m.

2 stops34h 40m

C$ 972

MadridSan José

MAD - SJO

MADSJO

Madrid Barajas

Tue 13/5

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

2 stops40h 22m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 27/5

8:45 a.m.-8:20 a.m.

2 stops39h 35m

C$ 974

MadridSan José

MAD - SJO

MADSJO

Madrid Barajas

Mon 12/5

12:40 p.m.-11:59 a.m.

2 stops55h 19m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 7/6

2:30 p.m.-7:50 a.m.

2 stops33h 20m

C$ 1,031

MadridSan José

MAD - SJO

MADSJO

Madrid Barajas

Sat 24/5

5:30 p.m.-11:30 p.m.

1 stop14h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 7/6

10:10 a.m.-7:40 a.m.

1 stop13h 30m

C$ 1,170

MadridSan José

MAD - SJO

MADSJO

Madrid Barajas

Mon 8/9

11:30 a.m.-2:35 p.m.

Nonstop11h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 22/9

4:10 p.m.-10:50 a.m.

Nonstop10h 40m

C$ 1,298

MadridSan José

MAD - SJO

MADSJO

Madrid Barajas

Mon 19/5

3:05 p.m.-9:53 p.m.

1 stop14h 48m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 26/5

2:29 p.m.-1:15 p.m.

1 stop14h 46m

C$ 1,304

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 April 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 April 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 April 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).

Rainfall in San José by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San José, San José Province ranges from 0.0 - 300.0 mm per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 300.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit San José, San José Province when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in San José by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San José, San José Province, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 18.0 C).

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 April 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, KLM and SWISS from Madrid to San José to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

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
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

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

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

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

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

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

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

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

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

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?

    Lufthansa, at C$ 894, was found to be the cheapest airline from Madrid to San José, San José Province.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Iberojet and KLM. Users have found that Lufthansa is 25% 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 Iberojet, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at C$ 609. Air Europa flights start at C$ 743 while deals on Avianca start at C$ 754 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 (76%), Iberia (76%), British Airways (76%).

  • 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.

  • How can I find direct flights from Madrid to San José?

    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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