Flying from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD): what you need to know
Around 10 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport.
Madrid's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Madrid seven hours ahead of San Jose.
Every week, there are 88 Juan Santamaria International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flights. If you want to jet off as early as possible, pick the 15:55 Iberia flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 20:50 with Iberojet.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your SJO to MAD flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Jetting into Madrid (and then exploring more of Spain!) is a breeze with Iberojet. This popular carrier has direct flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport.
Iberojet is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
Iberia is the most punctual carrier that offers SJO to MAD flights.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. These are the top stopovers between SJO and MAD:
Tocumen International Airport
El Dorado International Airport
El Salvador International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Juan Santamaria International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight is Rs91,145. A return ticket is currently Rs150,108. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Score cheap tickets from SJO to MAD by booking at least eight months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
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Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
79.83% of flights that take off from Juan Santamaria International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Central San Jose to Juan Santamaria International Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The journey on public transport typically takes 2 hours 20 minutes.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near SJO. Whether you're taking an early flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
If you're landing on a late Juan Santamaria International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these hotels near MAD:
Hit the road running by picking up an Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Click and Rent to explore Madrid and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport about one week in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to central Madrid
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to the centre of Madrid has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Madrid. If you want a quieter vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Madrid, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC to 36ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 11ºC. Look for cheap tickets from SJO to MAD sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Spain
You've visited Madrid, now it's time to explore more of Spain. Travel around 274 kilometres north-east to Zaragoza to tick off its top sights. From Puente de Piedra to Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 177 kilometres west of Madrid, Salamanca is another favourite stop in Spain. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca.
