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

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days for one-way flights and round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Air France
Mon, 15 Dec - Thu, 15 Jan
SJO
San José
MAD
Madrid
AU$1,654 Return, found 6 days ago
AU$1,654
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Air France flight, departing Mon, 15 Dec from San José to Madrid, returning Thu, 15 Jan, priced at AU$1,654 found 6 days ago
avianca
Mon, 15 Dec - Thu, 15 Jan
SJO
San José
MAD
Madrid
AU$1,667 Return, found 6 days ago
AU$1,667
Return
found 6 days ago
Select avianca flight, departing Mon, 15 Dec from San José to Madrid, returning Thu, 15 Jan, priced at AU$1,667 found 6 days ago
Air France
Mon, 15 Dec - Thu, 15 Jan
SJO
San José
MAD
Madrid
AU$1,677 Return, found 6 days ago
AU$1,677
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Air France flight, departing Mon, 15 Dec from San José to Madrid, returning Thu, 15 Jan, priced at AU$1,677 found 6 days ago
Air France
Mon, 15 Dec - Thu, 15 Jan
SJO
San José
MAD
Madrid
AU$1,681 Return, found 6 days ago
AU$1,681
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Air France flight, departing Mon, 15 Dec from San José to Madrid, returning Thu, 15 Jan, priced at AU$1,681 found 6 days ago
avianca
Mon, 15 Dec - Thu, 15 Jan
SJO
San José
MAD
Madrid
AU$1,709 Return, found 6 days ago
AU$1,709
Return
found 6 days ago
Select avianca flight, departing Mon, 15 Dec from San José to Madrid, returning Thu, 15 Jan, priced at AU$1,709 found 6 days ago
Air France
Mon, 15 Dec - Thu, 15 Jan
SJO
San José
MAD
Madrid
AU$1,717 Return, found 6 days ago
AU$1,717
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Air France flight, departing Mon, 15 Dec from San José to Madrid, returning Thu, 15 Jan, priced at AU$1,717 found 6 days ago
Air France
Mon, 15 Dec - Thu, 15 Jan
SJO
San José
MAD
Madrid
AU$1,719 Return, found 6 days ago
AU$1,719
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Air France flight, departing Mon, 15 Dec from San José to Madrid, returning Thu, 15 Jan, priced at AU$1,719 found 6 days ago
Air France
Mon, 15 Dec - Thu, 15 Jan
SJO
San José
MAD
Madrid
AU$1,723 Return, found 6 days ago
AU$1,723
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Air France flight, departing Mon, 15 Dec from San José to Madrid, returning Thu, 15 Jan, priced at AU$1,723 found 6 days ago
Air France
Mon, 15 Dec - Thu, 15 Jan
SJO
San José
MAD
Madrid
AU$1,725 Return, found 6 days ago
AU$1,725
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Air France flight, departing Mon, 15 Dec from San José to Madrid, returning Thu, 15 Jan, priced at AU$1,725 found 6 days ago
Copa
Mon, 15 Dec - Thu, 15 Jan
SJO
San José
MAD
Madrid
AU$2,472 Return, found 6 days ago
AU$2,472
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Copa flight, departing Mon, 15 Dec from San José to Madrid, returning Thu, 15 Jan, priced at AU$2,472 found 6 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from San José (SJO) to Madrid (MAD)

February is typically the cheapest month to fly

From AU$866 - AU$1,595 per traveller.
Flight from San José to Madrid route information
Origin airport
Juan Santamaría Intl.
Destination airport
Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas
Return price
AU$1,654
Distance
8449 km
Average flight time
17 hours 15 mins

Your quick guide to flights from San José to Madrid

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Find cheap flights from San José to Madrid

From the great flight deals with prices currently ranging from AU$1,654 to AU$2,472, you can choose to see the cheapest flights first. Generally, you can book the cheapest flights from San José to Madrid around 4 to 6 weeks in advance. If your travel dates are flexible, try to avoid weekends and peak seasons – when you are more likely to grab the lowest prices. Even last minute, there are some impressive deals. The cheapest time to fly to Madrid is normally in December.

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Madrid–Barajas Airport?
Start packing your bags, because round-trip journeys from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to MAD start from AU$1,654. That's based on fares advertised within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year. Prices can rise quickly, so book now to get the best deal. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to MAD?
The majority of flights can be cancelled online, but each air carrier has its own terms and conditions. If you do need to cancel your flight, check out our Customer Service Portal and follow the instructions.
How do I find cheap flights from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Madrid Airport that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for SJO to MAD flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport to Madrid Airport?
San Jose to Madrid is around 8 500 kilometres, so be prepared to spend quite a while in the air. Don't forget to pack all the essentials, from your toothbrush to your hairbrush. Toss in a couple of snacks to munch on throughout your flight too.
Which airlines fly direct from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to MAD?
Iberia (IB) is a top choice. It offers 26 flights from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to MAD each month. Another carrier servicing this route is Evelop Airlines (E9). You'll have 8 flights a month to take your pick of.
Are SJO to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Airline tickets from SJO to MAD are available up to a year prior to departure on Expedia. And although you may occasionally pick up a fantastic last-minute deal, it's not something you should count on. Also, booking your flights ahead of time means you'll have more choices — and you can avoid landing the dreaded middle seat! We're constantly updating our fares to bring you the biggest bargains, so check back often for all the latest specials.

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