Question 1

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Madrid to San José?

Accepted Answer

Flights via Bogotá (BOG) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $627.

Question 2

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Madrid to San José flights?

Accepted Answer

According to our data, Iberia have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 20% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 3

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Madrid to San José?

Accepted Answer

Flights connecting via Panama City (PTY) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 14h 48m.

Question 4

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Sunday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Saturday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Question 5

What airlines fly to San José?

Accepted Answer

Iberia, Iberojet and Avianca are the top three most popular airlines that fly to San José from Madrid according to our data. Iberia is the first choice among our users, with 50% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to San José. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to San José on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 6

How many flights depart from Madrid to San José on average per day?

Accepted Answer

As of December 2025, 2 flights take off from Madrid and land in San José each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 12:00PM, with 100% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

Question 7

What is the cheapest month to fly to San José?

Accepted Answer

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from Madrid to San José. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $685. If you don’t want to visit San José in February, then you should wait until May to fly from Madrid, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $720.

Question 8

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Madrid to San José?

Accepted Answer

Montreal (YUL) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 2h 08m.

Question 9

How have Madrid to San José flight prices changed over time?

Accepted Answer

As of December 2025, prices for Madrid to San José flights are approximately 31% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

Question 10

How many flights depart from Madrid to San José on average per week?

Accepted Answer

As of December 2025, there are 19 flights per week flying from Madrid to San José. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 16% of flights taking off on this day.

Question 11

How often are flights from Madrid to San José delayed?

Accepted Answer

Historically, on average around 28% of flights between Madrid and San José have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 161 minutes.

Question 12

How far in advance should I book a flight to San José?

Accepted Answer

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San José from Madrid when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San José for around $882 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San José from Madrid for as low as $833 on momondo.

Question 13

What cabin class options are available on Madrid Barajas to San José Juan Santamaria Intl flights?

Accepted Answer

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Madrid Barajas to San José Juan Santamaria Intl flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Question 14

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Madrid and San José?

Accepted Answer

Paris (CDG) was the most common stop: 43% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Question 15

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San José?

Accepted Answer

On average, the least expensive day to fly to San José from Madrid is on a Saturday. momondo users have found tickets for Saturday departures for as low as $919. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from Madrid to San José on a Friday will generally be more expensive and average around $1,225. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

Question 16

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Madrid Barajas to San José Juan Santamaria Intl?

Accepted Answer

Avianca and Iberojet are the most popular carriers operating from Madrid Barajas to San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Question 17

What is the cheapest Madrid Barajas to San José Juan Santamaria Intl flight route?

Accepted Answer

Fly from Madrid Barajas to San José Juan Santamaria Intl for the best Madrid Barajas - San José Juan Santamaria Intl flight prices

Question 18

What is the most punctual flight time for Madrid to San José flights?

Accepted Answer

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Question 19

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San José?

Accepted Answer

Our data shows that the cheapest Madrid to San José flights are usually those with departure times at noon. Our users have found flights to San José at noon for as low as $892. Flights in the morning are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $1,103.

Question 20

Can stopping save me money on Madrid to San José flights?

Accepted Answer

You could potentially save up to 46% on your flight if you consider stops on a Madrid to San José flight.

Question 21

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Madrid Barajas Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

Accepted Answer

Prices for flights from Madrid Barajas Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport were last updated today.

Question 22

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Madrid Barajas Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

Accepted Answer

There are 4 operators available for flights from Madrid Barajas Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport as of December 2025.

Question 23

How old do you have to be to fly from Madrid Barajas Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

Accepted Answer

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Madrid Barajas Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport.

Question 24

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

Accepted Answer

The travel and health documents required for your trip to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Fastest flight time	11h 10m
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Iberojet	PriceFrom $641	Free Cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Iberojet flights
Iberia	PriceFrom $658	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 3,045 reviews	Search Iberia flights

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