Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Costa Rica from $71

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
WAS — SJO
Jun 11 — Jun 181

How far in advance should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica?

To save up to 18% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 61 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica from $365 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $365 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica?

October is one of the best times of the year to fly to Costa Rica from Washington, D.C.. Prices for October average $398 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $199. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December. Opting for a October flight can save you 46% on your journey compared to booking in December

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from WAS to CR?

When flying from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Cheap Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Prices were last updated on June 6, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica in June and July 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Tue 6/116:05 amBWI - SJO
1 stop18h 34mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/185:30 amSJO - BWI
1 stop15h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/6$214
Mon 6/104:40 pmDCA - SJO
1 stop7h 59mUnited Airlines
Wed 6/127:55 amSJO - DCA
1 stop12h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/6$240
Mon 6/102:56 pmDCA - SJO
1 stop9h 43mUnited Airlines
Wed 6/1211:05 amSJO - DCA
1 stop9h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/6$256
Wed 7/1711:46 amBWI - SJO
1 stop14h 19mSpirit Airlines
Wed 7/2412:32 pmSJO - BWI
1 stop9h 56mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$268
Sat 6/86:42 pmBWI - SJO
2 stops27h 18mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/116:25 amSJO - BWI
2 stops11h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$271
Sat 6/88:15 pmIAD - SJO
2 stops28h 20mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/112:15 pmSJO - IAD
1 stop7h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$271
Tue 6/256:41 pmBWI - SJO
1 stop7h 28mSpirit Airlines
Mon 7/112:59 amSJO - BWI
1 stop13h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$275
Sat 6/85:27 pmDCA - SJO
2 stops20h 23mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/1212:50 pmSJO - DCA
2 stops21h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/4$277
Tue 6/256:00 amBWI - SJO
2 stops20h 09mSpirit Airlines
Mon 7/112:59 amSJO - BWI
1 stop13h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$280

Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Washington, D.C. and Costa Rica in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica in June and July 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Tue 9/106:30 amBWI - SJO
1 stop7h 03mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/1712:29 pmSJO - BWI
1 stop10h 43mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$194
Tue 6/116:05 amBWI - SJO
1 stop18h 34mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/185:30 amSJO - BWI
1 stop15h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/6$214
Tue 9/104:57 pmBWI - SJO
2 stops22h 17mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/172:19 pmSJO - BWI
2 stops20h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$221
Wed 10/26:30 amBWI - SJO
1 stop7h 03mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/69:40 amSJO - BWI
1 stop9h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$222
Wed 8/2812:24 pmBWI - SJO
1 stop13h 41mSpirit Airlines
Wed 9/412:29 pmSJO - BWI
1 stop10h 43mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/6$223
Tue 9/106:55 pmBWI - SJO
2 stops18h 38mSpirit Airlines
Wed 9/2512:32 pmSJO - BWI
1 stop10h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$225
Tue 9/1010:00 pmBWI - SJO
1 stop15h 32mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/1712:32 pmSJO - BWI
2 stops17h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$233
Wed 8/284:30 pmBWI - SJO
2 stops9h 35mSpirit Airlines
Wed 9/412:29 pmSJO - BWI
1 stop10h 43mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/6$239
Mon 6/104:40 pmDCA - SJO
1 stop7h 59mUnited Airlines
Wed 6/127:55 amSJO - DCA
1 stop12h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/6$240

Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
Consider one of these great deals we found on last-minute flights from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica. Users should double check the flight they book to ensure it matches the day, time, and destination they're looking for.
Tue 6/116:05 amBWI - SJO
1 stop18h 34mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/185:30 amSJO - BWI
1 stop15h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/6$214
Tue 6/115:00 amBWI - SJO
2 stops19h 35mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/1811:59 pmSJO - BWI
2 stops19h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$271
Wed 6/129:28 amIAD - SJO
2 stops39h 07mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/176:25 amSJO - IAD
2 stops32h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$288
Thu 6/135:00 amIAD - SJO
2 stops32h 50mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/176:25 amSJO - IAD
2 stops24h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$289
Tue 6/117:23 pmDCA - SJO
1 stop16h 40mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/155:30 amSJO - DCA
1 stop14h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/6$304
Tue 6/116:05 amBWI - SJO
1 stop29h 58mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/155:30 amSJO - BWI
1 stop15h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/6$312
Tue 6/116:14 amIAD - SJO
1 stop7h 24mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/151:00 pmSJO - IAD
1 stop9h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/5$319
Tue 6/114:59 pmBWI - SJO
1 stop7h 40mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/185:30 amSJO - BWI
2 stops38h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/6$322
Tue 6/119:47 pmBWI - SJO
2 stops28h 22mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/141:42 pmSJO - BWI
1 stop9h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$338

One-way flights to Costa Rica from Washington, D.C.

Search for one-way flight options from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
Take a look at some of the one-way flights we've detected from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica. Users needing a return flight from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica should utilize the search form above.
Wed 8/289:03 amBWI - SJO
1 stop17h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$71
Wed 8/2812:12 pmBWI - SJO
2 stops13h 53mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$80
Wed 9/256:30 amBWI - SJO
1 stop7h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/4$85
Tue 9/246:30 amBWI - SJO
1 stop7h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/4$86
Tue 8/271:05 amIAD - SJO
Nonstop4h 30mAvianca
Deal found 6/5$90
Sun 10/65:00 pmIAD - SJO
1 stop8h 15mAvianca
Deal found 6/4$91
Sat 8/36:14 pmBWI - SJO
1 stop15h 46mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$94
Fri 8/232:30 amIAD - SJO
2 stops18h 25mAvianca
Deal found 6/5$101
Tue 6/2512:54 pmBWI - SJO
2 stops13h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$105

Find flights from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.

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Baltimore/WashingtonSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

BWI - SJO

BWISJO

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 9/10

1 stop7h 03m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/17

1 stop10h 43m

$194

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

IAD - SJO

IADSJO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 10/7

1 stop6h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 10/14

1 stop6h 35m

$213

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

IAD - SJO

IADSJO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 10/6

1 stop8h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 10/7

1 stop6h 55m

$214

Baltimore/WashingtonSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

BWI - SJO

BWISJO

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 9/10

2 stops22h 17m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/17

2 stops20h 53m

$221

Baltimore/WashingtonSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

BWI - SJO

BWISJO

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 10/2

1 stop7h 03m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 10/6

1 stop9h 10m

$222

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

IAD - SJO

IADSJO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 9/7

1 stop7h 22m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/11

1 stop14h 41m

$264

Baltimore/WashingtonSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

BWI - SJO

BWISJO

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 10/2

1 stop21h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 10/10

1 stop9h 32m

$293

Washington, D.C. Reagan-NationalSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

DCA - SJO

DCASJO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 11/2

1 stop19h 27m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/13

1 stop10h 09m

$304

Washington, D.C. Reagan-NationalSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

DCA - SJO

DCASJO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 10/28

1 stop7h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 11/5

1 stop8h 01m

$310

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Reviews of airlines servicing Costa Rica

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Costa Rica. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Costa Rica. Reviews last updated June 6, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Copa Airlines, Air Canada and Spirit Airlines from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
9,222 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and airport staff were excellent. They accommodated my needs and were super professional and kind.

8.1
Very good
9,222 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,222 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and airport staff were excellent. They accommodated my needs and were super professional and kind.

8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,222 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and airport staff were excellent. They accommodated my needs and were super professional and kind.

8.0
Very good
2,561 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,222 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and airport staff were excellent. They accommodated my needs and were super professional and kind.

7.6
Good
4,316 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,222 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and airport staff were excellent. They accommodated my needs and were super professional and kind.

7.5
Good
3,599 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,222 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and airport staff were excellent. They accommodated my needs and were super professional and kind.

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Spirit Airlines for just $194, but on average you can expect to pay $224.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica for under $400 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica under $400. A good price for a nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica is less than $478.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica for under $300?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica within the next 7 days for less than $300.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica?

    Nonstop flights can be found on the following days: Saturday.

  • How many flights depart from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica on average per day?

    On average, you can expect to see 1 flight from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica a day.
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  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica?

    A quick flight from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica can take about 6h 45m. Spirit Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $194. Washington, D.C. and Costa Rica are separated by a distance of 2055 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $71. Users have also found prices from $90 and $94 on Avianca and Frontier, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica?

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica? While on average our users pay $270, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $89. The most popular route (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl), is priced around $209.

  • What does IAD to SJO mean?

    IAD stands for Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, while SJO stands for San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry. Liberia Airport (LIR), Limon Airport (LIO), San José Tobias Bolanos Intl Airport (SYQ), Tamarindo Airport (TNO), Buenos Aires Airport (BAI) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica flight deals updated?

    The Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/6.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica?

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica (average of $383). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica in July is currently the most expensive (average of $519). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$143Average$336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$618FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
AviancaCheapest$192Average$370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$202Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$217Average$633FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$268Average$414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$284Average$555FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
VolarisCheapest$296Average$343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$305Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$330Average$567FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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Hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica

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