Costa Rica

$106+ Cheap flights from District of Columbia to Costa Rica

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IAD — SJO
Apr 29 — May 61
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Cheap flight deals from District of Columbia to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for District of Columbia to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated April 24, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$257
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$106
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$501

Good round-trip deal

$335 or less

Good one-way deal

$135 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Washington, D.C. (WAS)-San José Juan Santamaria Intl flight deals.
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From District of Columbia to Costa Rica
One-way flight from District of Columbia to Costa Rica
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price ($88 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease ($27 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from District of Columbia to Costa Rica.
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Cheapest flights from District of Columbia to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from District of Columbia to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 24, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Tue 6/31:05 amIAD - SJO
Nonstop4h 30mAvianca
Sat 6/145:10 pmSJO - IAD
Nonstop4h 35mAvianca
Deal found 4/23$257
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Sun 6/222:22 amIAD - SJO
1 stop9h 52mVolaris El Salvador
Fri 6/2711:15 amSJO - IAD
1 stop23h 05mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 4/23$258
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Fri 5/162:21 amIAD - SJO
1 stop13h 33mCopa Airlines
Thu 5/225:52 pmSJO - IAD
1 stop8h 28mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/23$259
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Sat 5/172:22 amIAD - SJO
1 stop9h 52mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/2511:15 amSJO - IAD
1 stop23h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/22$261
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Fri 4/2511:54 amDCA - SJO
1 stop12h 10mAmerican Airlines
Mon 4/282:10 pmSJO - DCA
1 stop16h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$274
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Fri 4/256:18 amIAD - SJO
1 stop9h 01mAmerican Airlines
Mon 4/282:10 pmSJO - IAD
1 stop16h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$274
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Mon 8/256:28 amDCA - LIR
2 stops8h 50mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/1712:55 pmLIR - DCA
2 stops16h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$285
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Mon 8/258:19 pmIAD - LIR
2 stops17h 01mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/1712:55 pmLIR - IAD
2 stops19h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$285
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/16:00 amDCA - SJO
1 stop7h 48mDelta
Wed 11/52:13 pmSJO - DCA
1 stop8h 06mDelta
Deal found 4/23$286
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/710:25 pmIAD - LIR
1 stop19h 00mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/141:20 pmLIR - IAD
1 stop8h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/23$290
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/46:00 amDCA - LIR
1 stop8h 00mDelta
Thu 9/111:25 pmLIR - DCA
1 stop7h 54mDelta
Deal found 4/24$295
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/46:00 amIAD - LIR
1 stop8h 00mDelta
Tue 9/161:25 pmLIR - IAD
1 stop8h 42mDelta
Deal found 4/23$295

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Customize your flight search to find flights from District of Columbia 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 24, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from District of Columbia to Costa Rica that are best for you.

Fly from

District of Columbia

Fly to

Costa Rica

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Washington, D.C.San José

IAD - SJO

IADSJO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 6/3

1:05 am-3:35 am

Nonstop4h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 6/14

5:10 pm-11:45 pm

Nonstop4h 35m

$257

Washington, D.C.San José

IAD - SJO

IADSJO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 6/22

2:22 am-10:14 am

1 stop9h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 6/27

11:15 am-12:20 pm

1 stop23h 05m

$258

Washington, D.C.San José

IAD - SJO

IADSJO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 5/16

2:21 am-1:54 pm

1 stop13h 33m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/22

5:52 pm-4:20 am

1 stop8h 28m

$259

Washington, D.C.San José

IAD - SJO

IADSJO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 5/17

2:22 am-10:14 am

1 stop9h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/25

11:15 am-12:20 pm

1 stop23h 05m

$261

Washington, D.C.San José

DCA - SJO

DCASJO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 4/26

5:00 am-1:19 pm

1 stop10h 19m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/2

6:05 am-11:05 pm

1 stop15h 00m

$274

Washington, D.C.San José

IAD - SJO

IADSJO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 5/7

5:26 pm-11:19 am

2 stops19h 53m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/12

2:15 pm-1:22 pm

2 stops21h 07m

$278

Washington, D.C.Liberia

DCA - LIR

DCALIR

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 8/25

6:28 am-1:18 pm

2 stops8h 50m

Liberia

Wed 9/17

12:55 pm-7:24 am

2 stops16h 29m

$285

Washington, D.C.Liberia

IAD - LIR

IADLIR

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 8/25

8:19 pm-11:20 am

2 stops17h 01m

Liberia

Wed 9/17

12:55 pm-10:45 am

2 stops19h 50m

$285

Washington, D.C.Liberia

IAD - LIR

IADLIR

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 5/7

10:25 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop19h 00m

Liberia

Wed 5/14

1:20 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop8h 38m

$290

Washington, D.C.Liberia

DCA - LIR

DCALIR

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 9/4

6:00 am-12:00 pm

1 stop8h 00m

Liberia

Thu 9/11

1:25 pm-11:19 pm

1 stop7h 54m

$295

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Best time to book a flight from District of Columbia to Costa Rica

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Everything you need to know about your flight from District of Columbia to Costa Rica

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from District of Columbia to Costa Rica?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from District of Columbia to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from District of Columbia to Costa Rica 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 DC to CR?

Find hourly flight availability from District of Columbia to Costa Rica. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 24, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from District of Columbia to Costa Rica as you normally would.

Rainfall in Costa Rica by month

Plan your trip to Costa Rica by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Costa Rica ranges from 0.0 - 11.8 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Costa Rica when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Costa Rica by month

Plan your trip to Costa Rica by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Costa Rica, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 64.4 F).

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 April 24, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, Alaska Airlines and Southwest from District of Columbia to Costa Rica to help guide your decision. 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.
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from District of Columbia to Costa Rica. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from District of Columbia to Costa Rica one-way?

    $106 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Copa Airlines and Volaris El Salvador, with prices starting from $108 and $114, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from District of Columbia to Costa Rica that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on District of Columbia to Costa Rica flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from District of Columbia to Costa Rica?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from District of Columbia to Costa Rica?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from District of Columbia 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from District of Columbia to Costa Rica?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from District of Columbia to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from District of Columbia to Costa Rica 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 9 airlines flying from District of Columbia to Costa Rica

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from District of Columbia 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 24, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$200Average$291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$211Average$581FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
AviancaCheapest$214Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
American AirlinesCheapest$217Average$557FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$246Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$246Average$646FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$272Average$494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$273Average$420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
JetBlueCheapest$372Average$666FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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