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$62+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Central America

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WAS — SJO
feb. 25 — mar. 41
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Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Central America

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Washington, D.C. to Central America flight deals. Data was last updated febrero 20, 2025.

Round-trip from

$222
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$62
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$204

Good round-trip deal

$280 or less

Good one-way deal

$115 or less
From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Central America
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Central America
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($32 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 10% potential price decrease ($22 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Central America.
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Central America
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Central America. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on febrero 20, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 5/172:22 amIAD - SAL
Nonstop4h 23mVolaris El Salvador
jue. 5/225:50 pmSAL - IAD
Nonstop4h 20mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 2/20$219
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 3/11:24 amIAD - SAL
Nonstop4h 38mMultiple Airlines
mar. 3/46:02 amSAL - IAD
Nonstop4h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$243
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 5/55:05 pmIAD - SAL
Nonstop4h 25mAvianca
mar. 5/278:15 amSAL - IAD
1 stop15h 00mAvianca
Deal found 2/20$259
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 2/223:34 pmIAD - GUA
1 stop18h 18mCopa Airlines
mié. 3/55:39 amGUA - IAD
2 stops20h 36mCopa Airlines
Deal found 2/20$260
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 2/243:34 pmIAD - GUA
1 stop18h 18mMultiple Airlines
mar. 3/1812:56 amGUA - IAD
2 stops13h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$261
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jue. 4/172:22 amIAD - GUA
1 stop7h 19mVolaris El Salvador
lun. 4/281:59 pmGUA - IAD
1 stop20h 23mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 2/20$262
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 5/266:05 pmIAD - SAL
Nonstop4h 38mUnited Airlines
dom. 6/111:45 pmSAL - IAD
Nonstop4h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$265
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 3/14:35 pmIAD - SAL
2 stops22h 25mAmerican Airlines
vie. 3/72:30 pmSAL - IAD
2 stops22h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$272
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 3/179:30 amIAD - SAL
1 stop16h 11mCopa Airlines
mar. 3/258:30 amSAL - IAD
1 stop17h 49mCopa Airlines
Deal found 2/19$279
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dom. 3/94:35 pmBWI - SJO
1 stop16h 59mCopa Airlines
mié. 3/195:51 amSJO - BWI
1 stop7h 20mCopa Airlines
Deal found 2/20$279
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 3/53:35 pmBWI - SJO
1 stop25h 20mMultiple Airlines
mar. 3/1111:30 amSJO - BWI
1 stop7h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$280
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mié. 3/55:27 pmBWI - SJO
1 stop8h 23mSpirit Airlines
mar. 3/1112:26 pmSJO - BWI
1 stop9h 17mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/19$282

Find flights from Washington, D.C. to Central America within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. to Central America 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated febrero 20, 2025.

Fly from

Washington, D.C.

Fly to

Central America

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Washington, D.C.San Salvador

IAD - SAL

IADSAL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

sáb. 5/17

2:22 am-4:45 am

Nonstop4h 23m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

jue. 5/22

5:50 pm-12:10 am

Nonstop4h 20m

$219

Washington, D.C.San Salvador

IAD - SAL

IADSAL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

lun. 5/5

5:05 pm-7:30 pm

Nonstop4h 25m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

mar. 5/27

8:15 am-1:15 am

1 stop15h 00m

$259

Washington, D.C.Guatemala City

IAD - GUA

IADGUA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

dom. 3/2

3:34 pm-8:52 am

1 stop18h 18m

Guatemala City La Aurora

mié. 3/5

5:39 am-3:15 am

2 stops20h 36m

$260

Washington, D.C.Guatemala City

IAD - GUA

IADGUA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mar. 3/11

5:54 pm-10:49 am

1 stop18h 55m

Guatemala City La Aurora

mar. 3/18

12:56 am-4:54 pm

2 stops13h 58m

$261

Washington, D.C.Guatemala City

IAD - GUA

IADGUA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

jue. 4/17

2:22 am-7:41 am

1 stop7h 19m

Guatemala City La Aurora

lun. 4/28

1:59 pm-12:22 pm

1 stop20h 23m

$262

Washington, D.C.San Salvador

IAD - SAL

IADSAL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

lun. 5/26

6:05 pm-8:43 pm

Nonstop4h 38m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

dom. 6/1

11:45 pm-6:04 am

Nonstop4h 19m

$265

Washington, D.C.San Salvador

IAD - SAL

IADSAL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mar. 3/4

5:26 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops21h 34m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

lun. 3/10

1:10 pm-1:22 pm

2 stops22h 12m

$272

Washington, D.C.San Salvador

IAD - SAL

IADSAL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

lun. 3/17

9:30 am-11:41 pm

1 stop16h 11m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

mar. 3/25

8:30 am-4:19 am

1 stop17h 49m

$279

BaltimoreSan José

BWI - SJO

BWISJO

Baltimore/Washington

dom. 3/9

4:35 pm-7:34 am

1 stop16h 59m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 3/19

5:51 am-3:11 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$279

BaltimoreSan José

BWI - SJO

BWISJO

Baltimore/Washington

mié. 3/5

3:35 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop7h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 3/10

11:30 am-7:21 am

1 stop17h 51m

$280

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Travel insights for flights from Washington, D.C. to Central America

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Washington, D.C. to Central America including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Central America?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Central America (average of $398). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Central America in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Central America. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated febrero 20, 2025.

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

Rainfall in Central America by month

Plan your trip to Central America by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Central America ranges from 0.0 - 13.0 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 13.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Central America when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Central America by month

Plan your trip to Central America by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Central America, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 73.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Central America

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Central America. 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 Central America. Reviews last updated febrero 20, 2025.

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

8.0
Very good

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $62. However, be on the lookout for offers from Volaris El Salvador and Avianca, as they are both options that can get you from Washington, D.C. to Central America for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Central America?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. to Central America?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Washington, D.C. to Central America are Avianca (86%), Avianca Costa Rica (86%) and United Airlines (58%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Central America?

    The cheapest flight price from Washington, D.C. to Central America is $125. On average you can expect to pay $453. The most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - San Salvador El Salvador Intl), can usually be booked for $194.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Central America?

    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 Central America.

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Central America (average of $398). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Central America in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 Central America

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. to Central America. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated febrero 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$68Average$626FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$133Average$333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
VolarisCheapest$134Average$356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
AviancaCheapest$189Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
American AirlinesCheapest$191Average$581FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$197Average$420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$222Average$509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$246Average$667FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$258Average$459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
JetBlueCheapest$372Average$735FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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