Flying from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): what you need to know
Around 11 hours 10 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport.
San Jose is seven hours behind Madrid and observes the UTC-6 timezone.
Choose from 92 weekly Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flights. The 11:30 departure with Iberia is the earliest available. Iberojet operates the last service of the day at 15:00.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MAD to SJO flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Iberojet is your gateway to exploring San Jose (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Costa Rica!). Browse the direct flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
Iberojet is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
Among carriers operating MAD to SJO flights, Iberia has the best track record for timely arrivals.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between MAD and SJO include:
El Salvador International Airport
El Dorado International Airport
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight is R 7,410. A return fare right now is R 11,071. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Score cheap tickets from MAD to SJO by booking at least five months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from MAD to SJO.
Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Of all flights departing from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, 78.23% land on time at their destination.
Central Madrid to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The journey when using public transport will take about 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near MAD:
Arriving at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
If you're getting in on a late Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these options near SJO:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Juan Santamaria International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from NextCar, Europcar or Dollar to explore San Jose and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Juan Santamaria International Airport about three weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to central San Jose
From Juan Santamaria International Airport, San Jose is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 2 hours 20 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
The quietest month for a flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to San Jose based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in San Jose is March, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAD to SJO in January. Average temperatures are between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.
Explore more of Costa Rica
San Jose has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Costa Rica just waiting to be discovered. About 113 kilometres east of San Jose, a trip to Limon will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Cruise Pier Puerto Limon.
If there's time to check out another corner of Costa Rica, consider Alajuela, roughly 18 kilometres north-west of San Jose. La Perla Park, Los Duendes Park and Finca El Soto are key highlights.
