Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Flights connecting via Bogotá (BOG) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 13h 49m.

Question 2

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

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

Question 3

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

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

Question 4

How often are flights from San José to Madrid delayed?

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Historically, on average around 31% of flights between San José and Madrid have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 171 minutes.

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

Flights via Amsterdam (AMS) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $559.

Question 6

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Madrid?

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The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Madrid is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $748. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Friday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Madrid on Friday is $1,106.

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

Bogotá (BOG) was the most common stop: 52% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Question 8

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

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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 9

What is the cheapest month to fly to Madrid?

Accepted Answer

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Madrid from San José, with most prices found around $610. If you don’t want to visit Madrid in February, then you should wait until November to fly from San José, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $673.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Iberojet is the most popular carrier operating from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Madrid Barajas

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

Bogotá (BOG) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 54m.

Question 12

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 13

What airlines fly to Madrid?

Accepted Answer

Iberojet, Iberia and Avianca are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Madrid from San José according to our data. Iberojet is the first choice among our users, with 49% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Madrid. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to Madrid on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 14

Which airline has the best punctuality record on San José to Madrid 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 23% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 15

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

Accepted Answer

As of January 2026, 3 flights take off from San José and land in Madrid each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 6:00PM, with 100% of daily flights taking off in the evening.

Question 16

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

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The number of flights available between San José and Madrid is 21 per week as of January 2026. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 14% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

Question 17

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

Accepted Answer

Flying to Madrid from San José in the evening is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $750 when looking at flights departing in the evening. Flights to Madrid are more costly in the afternoon, with an average ticket price of $1,025. Departure times in the afternoon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

Question 18

How far in advance should I book a flight to Madrid?

Accepted Answer

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Madrid from San José when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Madrid for around $797 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Madrid from San José for as low as $689 on momondo.

Question 19

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

Accepted Answer

As of January 2026, prices for San José to Madrid flights are approximately 3% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

Question 20

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

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Prices for flights from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport are updated daily.

Question 21

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

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There are 8 operators available for flights from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport as of January 2026.

Question 22

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

Accepted Answer

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport.

Question 23

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Madrid Barajas Airport?

Accepted Answer

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Madrid Barajas Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Madrid Barajas Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Madrid?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Madrid from San José, with most prices found around $610. If you don’t want to visit Madrid in February, then you should wait until November to fly from San José, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $673.

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

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Madrid?

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

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

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

As of January 2026, prices for San José to Madrid flights are approximately 3% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

Iberojet is the most popular carrier operating from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Madrid Barajas

What airlines fly to Madrid?

How often are flights from San José to Madrid delayed?

Historically, on average around 31% of flights between San José and Madrid have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 171 minutes.

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

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

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

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.

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

According to our data, Iberia have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 23% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

Bogotá (BOG) was the most common stop: 52% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

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

Flights via Amsterdam (AMS) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $559.

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

Flights connecting via Bogotá (BOG) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 13h 49m.

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

Bogotá (BOG) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 54m.

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

As of January 2026, 3 flights take off from San José and land in Madrid each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 6:00PM, with 100% of daily flights taking off in the evening.

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

The number of flights available between San José and Madrid is 21 per week as of January 2026. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 14% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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