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SJOMADSat, 03 Oct
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Lowest fareUS$730Air Canada
Fastest13h 53mgate to gate
Options found105flights on this route
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Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
1 Pieces 2 Pieces
$1,333
Flight DetailsSJO to MAD - 13H :53 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 2 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
AirLine Private
1 Pieces 2 Pieces
$1,544
Flight DetailsSJO to MAD - 13H :53 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 2 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Klm Royal Dutch
KL-760
18:25
2026-10-03
San Jose (SJO)Juan Santamaria Intl
19H :20 M
1 Stop
AMS
· 6h 00m Amsterdam (AMS), Netherlands
21:45
2026-10-04
Madrid (MAD)Barajas
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
0 Pieces 1 Pieces
$998
Flight DetailsSJO to MAD - 19H :20 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 0 Pieces - Cabin 1 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Air Europa
UX-2812
14:48
2026-10-03
San Jose (SJO)Juan Santamaria Intl
14H :27 M
1 Stop
PTY
· 3h 12m Panama City (PTY), Panama
13:15
2026-10-04
Madrid (MAD)Barajas
Non Refundable 4 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 1 PiecesCabin: 10 KG
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
1 Pieces 10 KG
$1,003
Flight DetailsSJO to MAD - 14H :27 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 10 KG
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Iberia Airlines
IB-4322
06:00
2026-10-03
San Jose (SJO)Juan Santamaria Intl
25H :50 M
2 Stops
MIA
· 8h 06m Miami (MIA), United States
LHR
· 3h 20m London (LHR), United Kingdom
15:50
2026-10-04
Madrid (MAD)Barajas
Non Refundable 7 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 1 PiecesCabin: 2 Pieces
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
1 Pieces 2 Pieces
$1,006
Flight DetailsSJO to MAD - 25H :50 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 2 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
1 Pieces 2 Pieces
$1,080
Flight DetailsSJO to MAD - 25H :50 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 2 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
AirLine Private
1 Pieces 2 Pieces
$1,198
Flight DetailsSJO to MAD - 25H :50 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 2 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
AirLine Private
1 Pieces 2 Pieces
$1,563
Flight DetailsSJO to MAD - 25H :50 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 2 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
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Today's Airfare Highlights
Selected flight highlights for 03 Oct 2026.
Lowest fare$730Air Canada07:15
Earliest departure$986Iberia Airlines06:00
Shortest duration$986American Airlines14:57
Night
00:00-05:59
No optionOpen full search for moreMorning
06:00-11:59
$730Air Canada at 07:15Afternoon
12:00-17:59
$845Klm Royal Dutch at 13:19Evening
18:00-23:59
$802Klm Royal Dutch at 18:25
Departure & Arrival Airport Details
San Jose (SJO)
Juan Santamaria Intl
Costa Rica
GMT -6
Latitude: 9.993860244750977
Longitude: -84.20880126953125
Madrid (MAD)
Barajas
Spain
GMT 1
Latitude: 40.471926
Longitude: -3.56264
Distance: San Jose (SJO), Costa Rica to Madrid (MAD), Spain - 8,500.11 km
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01NovDÃa de todos los SantosSunday · in 50 days
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How to travel San Jose to Madrid
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OptionFromJourney timeAvailability
Connecting flight₹69,698Longer — includes a stop105 options
Air distance is about 8,500 km. 10 airlines operate this route.
Road distance and coach duration are approximate estimates from the air distance, not a timetable.
Airlines flying from San Jose to Madrid
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AM
American Airlines Flights
from $98633 flights
Fares from
$986
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
33 — compare timings in the list above
BR
British Airways Flights
from $1,06016 flights
Fares from
$1,060
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
16 — compare timings in the list above
KL
Klm Royal Dutch Flights
from $80213 flights
Fares from
$802
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
13 — compare timings in the list above
IB
Iberia Airlines Flights
from $98613 flights
Fares from
$986
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
13 — compare timings in the list above
AI
Air Canada Flights
from $7308 flights
Fares from
$730
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
8 — compare timings in the list above
Route Overview & Flight Facts
Fastest flight duration
13h 53m · American Airlines
First departure of the day
06:00 · Iberia Airlines
Last departure of the day
19:25 · Lufthansa
Options in this snapshot
105
Airport codes
San Jose–SJO, Madrid–MAD
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Flight Schedule, Timings & Airfare Insights
Daily Flight Schedule & Travel Duration
Around 105 flights appear in the dated route snapshot. Departures run through the day — the first flight leaves around 06:00 and the last around 19:25. The fastest flight takes about 13h 53m.
Morning vs Evening Departure Fares
Lowest fare by departure window: Morning from $730, Evening from $802, Afternoon from $845. These observations do not predict the cheapest departure window on other dates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it worth booking San Jose to Madrid flights in advance?
There is no guaranteed cheapest booking window. Compare your planned dates early, check nearby dates and consider baggage, connection time and change conditions as well as price. Across the dates currently loaded for San Jose to Madrid, Saturday shows the lowest fare at $730. That is an observed snapshot for these dates, not a rule that holds every week.
How far is San Jose from Madrid by air?
The direct air distance between San Jose (SJO) and Madrid (MAD) is about 8,500 km. Actual flight time varies with the routing the airline files and with winds on the day.
Are there non-stop flights from SJO to MAD?
Not for the dates currently loaded - every San Jose to Madrid option showing right now has at least one stop. Non-stop service can differ by season and by day, so it is worth checking nearby dates before you decide.
Which airlines fly San Jose to Madrid?
American Airlines, British Airways, Klm Royal Dutch, Iberia Airlines and 1 other are showing on this route for the dates currently loaded. Fares, baggage allowance and refund rules differ by airline and by fare type, so compare the fare conditions and not only the headline price.
How long is the flight from San Jose to Madrid?
Every option currently loaded has at least one stop, and the shortest total journey time is about 13h 53m including the layover. Non-stop service on this route can vary by season and by day.
What is the baggage allowance on San Jose to Madrid flights?
Allowance is set by the airline and the fare you pick, not by the route. Fares showing right now include 1 Pieces and 2 Pieces. Cabin baggage is counted separately, and the exact allowance for the fare you choose is shown in the fare conditions before payment.
What is the cheapest San Jose to Madrid flight fare?
The lowest fare showing on San Jose to Madrid for the dates currently loaded is $730. Fares on the same dates run up to $3,570, depending on airline, timing and fare type. Airline pricing moves continuously, so treat this as a dated observation rather than a fixed price.
What time do San Jose to Madrid flights depart?
For the dates currently loaded the first departure is around 06:00 and the last is around 19:25, local time at San Jose. Use the departure-time filter on the results above to narrow to a morning, afternoon or evening slot.
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Check the airport codes SJO–MAD, local departure and arrival dates, and every connecting airport. Connections can have different document and baggage requirements from your final destination.
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Approx route distance: 8,500.11 km.
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Lowest San Jose to Madrid airfare today, in 30 days and in 90 days
Cheapest Fare
Fare
Date
Airline
Departure
Lowest Airfare Today
$730
03/10/2026
Air Canada
07:15
Cheapest Airfare Within 30 Days
$715
12/10/2026
Air Canada
07:15
Cheapest Airfare Within 90 Days
$693
11/12/2026
Air Canada
07:15
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San Jose to Madrid Flight Distance, Duration and Time
The aerial distance between San Jose and Madrid is approximately 8,500 KM. The flight duration ranges from 13H :53 M up to 41H :35 M depending on whether you book a non-stop flight or a connecting schedule with layovers.
San Jose to Madrid Flight Schedule and Timing
Around 105 flights operate on this route, providing plenty of choices for your travel window. The earliest morning flight departs from San Jose at 06:00, while the last night flight leaves at 19:25. Flights depart from Juan Santamaria Intl and land at Barajas.
Flight Route Details & Analysis
Flight Details
Information
Route
San Jose to Madrid
Aerial Distance
8,500 KM
Flight Duration
13H :53 M - 41H :35 M
Airport Codes
San Jose - SJO, Madrid - MAD
Total Flights Available
105 flights (0 direct)
First Flight Departure
Departs at 06:00
Last Flight Departure
Departs at 19:25
Early Morning Flights (12 AM - 8 AM)
42 direct/indirect flights
Morning Flights (8 AM - 12 PM)
5 direct/indirect flights
Afternoon Flights (12 PM - 4 PM)
41 direct/indirect flights
Evening Flights (4 PM - 8 PM)
17 direct/indirect flights
Night Flights (8 PM - 12 AM)
0 direct/indirect flights
Airport Information & Terminals
SJO: San Jose airport. Airport access in San Jose depends on arrival time, terminal, hotel location and local traffic. Confirm the airport name on the ticket, then choose between official taxi, app cab, airport bus, rail or hotel transfer based on luggage and time of day.
MAD: Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. Madrid airport is well connected by metro, rail and taxi. Transfer choice depends on whether you stay near Gran Via, Sol, Atocha, Salamanca or a business district.
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