Madrid (MAD) to San José (SJO) flights
Nonstop from Madrid-Barajas to Juan Santamaría International: distance, flying time, which airlines fly it and how often.
Distance
5,281 mi, great circle
Flying time
typical, gate to gate
Flights a day
average, November 2026
Airlines
passenger airlines
Airlines flying MAD to SJO
Also in the data (cargo, charter or a foreign airline on a domestic route): Evelop Airlines.
Route map
The shortest path over the Earth's surface. Actual tracks vary with winds and airspace. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Madrid to San José?
About 10h 47m gate to gate for the 8,499 km (5,281 mile) trip, estimated from distance. Schedules vary by airline and season, and winds can add or save time.
Which airlines fly nonstop from MAD to SJO?
Iberia, with about 1.1 flights a day between them in our data (AeroDataBox, November 2026).