$541 Cheap Flights from San José (SJO) to Madrid (MAD)

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Cheap Flights from San José to Madrid (SJO-MAD)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $541 for one-way flights and $557 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Iberia
Tue, Feb 11 - Tue, May 6
SJO
San José
MAD
Madrid
$557 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$557
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Iberia flight, departing Tue, Feb 11 from San José to Madrid, returning Tue, May 6, priced at $557 found 5 days ago
avianca
Tue, Mar 11 - Tue, Mar 18
SJO
San José
MAD
Madrid
$595 Roundtrip, just found
$595
Roundtrip
just found
Select avianca flight, departing Tue, Mar 11 from San José to Madrid, returning Tue, Mar 18, priced at $595 just found
Iberia
Thu, Feb 13 - Tue, Mar 11
SJO
San José
MAD
Madrid
$599 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$599
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Iberia flight, departing Thu, Feb 13 from San José to Madrid, returning Tue, Mar 11, priced at $599 found 3 days ago
Iberia
Sat, Feb 15 - Tue, Feb 25
SJO
San José
MAD
Madrid
$600 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$600
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select Iberia flight, departing Sat, Feb 15 from San José to Madrid, returning Tue, Feb 25, priced at $600 found 11 hours ago
Iberojet Airlines
Tue, Feb 11 - Sat, May 17
SJO
San José
MAD
Madrid
$612 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$612
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Iberojet Airlines flight, departing Tue, Feb 11 from San José to Madrid, returning Sat, May 17, priced at $612 found 2 days ago
avianca
Tue, Mar 25 - Wed, Apr 2
SJO
San José
MAD
Madrid
$614 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$614
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select avianca flight, departing Tue, Mar 25 from San José to Madrid, returning Wed, Apr 2, priced at $614 found 1 hour ago
Iberia
Tue, Feb 11 - Thu, Mar 20
SJO
San José
MAD
Madrid
$618 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$618
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Iberia flight, departing Tue, Feb 11 from San José to Madrid, returning Thu, Mar 20, priced at $618 found 1 day ago
KLM
Tue, Feb 11 - Tue, Mar 18
SJO
San José
MAD
Madrid
$633 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$633
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select KLM flight, departing Tue, Feb 11 from San José to Madrid, returning Tue, Mar 18, priced at $633 found 1 day ago
avianca
Mon, Mar 17 - Thu, Mar 27
SJO
San José
MAD
Madrid
$637 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$637
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select avianca flight, departing Mon, Mar 17 from San José to Madrid, returning Thu, Mar 27, priced at $637 found 12 hours ago
Air Canada
Thu, Oct 16 - Wed, Oct 29
SJO
San José
MAD
Madrid
$663 Roundtrip, just found
$663
Roundtrip
just found
Select Air Canada flight, departing Thu, Oct 16 from San José to Madrid, returning Wed, Oct 29, priced at $663 just found
Flights from San José (SJO) to Madrid (MAD)
Origin airport
Juan Santamaría Intl.
Destination airport
Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas
Airlines serving
Aeromexico, Air Canada, Air Europa, Air France, American Airlines, British Airways, Copa, Delta, Iberia, KLM, Lufthansa, Swiss International Air Lines, United, avianca
Roundtrip price
$557
Distance
5280 mi
Average flight time
16 hours 57 mins

San José to Madrid Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San José to Madrid

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from San José to Madrid are during the month of February. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San José to Madrid with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

The best time to book a flight from San José to Madrid

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San José to Madrid: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from San José to Madrid

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from San José to Madrid in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $541 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap San José to Madrid flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your San José to Madrid airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to fly from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Madrid--Barajas Airport?
A direct flight with Iberia takes roughly 10 hours and 30 minutes. Take the 4:15PM flight from SJO and reach Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) at 10:45AM. Clinch a superb deal on this and many other routes when you use Expedia to arrange your trip.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Madrid--Barajas Airport last minute?
Booking your journey from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to MAD last minute could help you save if you strike it lucky and find a bargain. However, airfares usually don’t come down in price as the date of departure nears. If you hold off, flights could also be booked out or the best seats taken (we hope you like the middle seat!). If you don’t want to hedge your bets, book well ahead of the date you want to leave. Remember that some of the most awesome deals can be found up to 12 months in advance. If your preferred airline hasn’t released its airfares yet, check back regularly as offers are constantly updated on Expedia.
What airports do you fly into for Madrid from San José?
You have two options when flying from San José to Madrid — Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) and Madrid-Torrejon Airport (TOJ). If you opt for Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) you’ll be approximately 8 mi to the northeast of the heart of Madrid. Drop your luggage off at your hotel, then get out and sample all the local sights. Plaza Mayor and Prado Museum are just two of this destination’s top attractions.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from SJO to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)?
Between 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM is when you’ll find the largest number of Iberia flights making their way from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD). Our top tip? Book a flight that departs earlier in the day. With air traffic yet to build up around airports, your chances of catching a delay-free flight are higher.
Can I change the date of my flight from SJO to Madrid Airport?
We know plans can get upended, so Expedia is here to help make things as simple as possible. To start, access your Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) itinerary through the Expedia Trips portal and look up the fare conditions about what changes can be made. If you purchased your fare in the last 24 hours, some airlines will let you cancel without charge and book new flights. If you booked your fare more than 24 hours ago, contact us via our Customer Service portal to find out what your options are.
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