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Flight deals from San Jose International to Madrid

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Jose International Airport to Madrid Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 14,574. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Madrid.R 4,659 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 Aug.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Jose International on Mon, 10 Aug, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,659, select.
Madrid.R 5,633 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep.One-way flight with Iberia.Outbound indirect flight with Iberia, departs from San Jose International on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,633, select.
Madrid.R 5,638 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Oct.One-way flight with Iberia.Outbound indirect flight with Iberia, departs from San Jose International on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,638, select.
Madrid.R 5,642 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Nov.One-way flight with Iberia.Outbound indirect flight with Iberia, departs from San Jose International on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,642, select.
Madrid.R 5,666 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 Jan.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from San Jose International on Mon, 4 Jan, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,666, select.
Madrid.R 7,859 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Jul.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Jose International on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,859, select.
Madrid.R 8,095 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Apr.One-way flight with Iberia.Outbound indirect flight with Iberia, departs from San Jose International on Thu, 1 Apr, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,095, select.
Madrid.R 15,504 per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Dec.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from San Jose International on Mon, 21 Dec, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 15,504, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Jose International to Madrid

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Jose International to Madrid flights are currently cheapest in August.
Jul
from R 7,859
Aug
from R 4,659
Sep
from R 5,633
Oct
from R 5,638
Nov
from R 5,642
Dec
from R 15,504
Jan
from R 5,666
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Apr
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San Jose International to Madrid: Alternative routes

Compare routes from San Jose International to Madrid below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Madrid.

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San Jose to Madrid: Flight information

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Cheapest flight foundR 4,659
Cheapest month to flyAugust

Finding cheap flights from San Jose International to Madrid: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from San Jose International to Madrid is R 11,801. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from San Jose International to Madrid. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 11,801.
As of July 2026, there are no flights flying from San Jose International to Madrid.
The cheapest month to fly from San Jose International to Madrid is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Jose International Airport to Madrid Airport on Monday, 2 November 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between San Jose International Airport and Madrid Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Madrid but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Madrid is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, Lufthansa offers the cheapest flight tickets to Madrid.

Travelling from San Jose International Airport (SJC) to Madrid Airport (MAD): what you need to know

  • Madrid's timezone is UTC+1, making Madrid nine hours ahead of San Jose.

  • Your SJC to MAD flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.

  • Flying during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Jose International Airport to Madrid Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between SJC and MAD:

    • Chicago O'Hare International Airport

    • Dallas Fort Worth International Airport

    • Los Angeles International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from San Jose International Airport (SJC) to Madrid Airport (MAD)

  • R 4,659 is currently the best price for a one-way San Jose International Airport to Madrid Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 11,801. These prices may change depending on demand.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from SJC to MAD, book early. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when looking for your flight from San Jose International Airport to Madrid Airport.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from SJC to MAD by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from San Jose International Airport to Madrid Airport.

Handy information about San Jose International Airport (SJC)

  • SJC is located at 1701 Airport Boulevard, Suite B-1130.

  • San Jose International Airport has a strong on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from SJC arrive on schedule 83% of the time.

  • To get to San Jose International Airport from central San Jose, it'll take around 10 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The trip when using public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.

  • Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near SJC. Whether you're taking an early flight from San Jose International Airport to Madrid Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:

Arriving at Madrid Airport (MAD)

  • Consider staying in a hotel close to MAD if you're catching a late San Jose International Airport to Madrid Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and make your arrival easier:

  • Follow your own route with a Madrid Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Click and Rent and chase adventure across Madrid and beyond.

  • Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Madrid Airport about one week ahead of your trip.

When to fly to Madrid Airport (MAD)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from San Jose International Airport to Madrid Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Madrid in March.

  • Before locking in your flight from San Jose International Airport to Madrid Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Madrid, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SJC to MAD around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of Spain

  • Zaragoza is just one of the many places in Spain waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Madrid. Around 274 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Plaza del Pilar, La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar.

  • If you're interested in discovering another corner of Spain, head for Salamanca, about 177 kilometres west of Madrid. Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor are key highlights.

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