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$97+ Cheap flights from District of Columbia to Costa Rica

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 2/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IAD — SJO
Nov 19 — Nov 261
Tue 11/19
Tue 11/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from District of Columbia to Costa Rica

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from District of Columbia (USDC) to Costa Rica (CR0). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated November 14, 2024.

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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 November 14, 2024.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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 11/188:10 pmIAD - SJO
2 stops19h 10mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/231:15 pmSJO - IAD
2 stops18h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/14$295
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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.
Thu 11/2810:59 amIAD - LIR
2 stops26h 51mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/51:50 pmLIR - IAD
2 stops9h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/14$297
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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.
Sat 11/161:14 amIAD - SJO
1 stop7h 54mCopa Airlines
Tue 11/196:10 pmSJO - IAD
1 stop18h 55mCopa Airlines
Deal found 11/14$298
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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.
Mon 12/97:55 pmDCA - LIR
1 stop18h 13mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/168:50 amLIR - DCA
1 stop10h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/13$303
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 12/116:00 amIAD - LIR
1 stop8h 08mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/188:50 amLIR - IAD
1 stop11h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/13$303
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 12/96:45 amDCA - LIR
1 stop6h 39mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/163:30 pmLIR - DCA
2 stops14h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/13$308
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/51:00 pmIAD - SJO
1 stop22h 17mVolaris El Salvador
Wed 12/111:06 pmSJO - IAD
1 stop21h 03mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 11/14$309
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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 11/185:00 amDCA - SJO
1 stop10h 20mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/192:50 pmSJO - DCA
1 stop8h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/14$311
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/161:00 pmIAD - SJO
1 stop22h 17mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/105:00 pmSJO - IAD
Nonstop4h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/14$313
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/176:55 amDCA - SJO
1 stop6h 50mSouthwest
Wed 11/209:55 amSJO - DCA
2 stops11h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 11/13$314
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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.
Thu 11/147:55 pmDCA - SJO
1 stop16h 30mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/182:20 pmSJO - DCA
1 stop8h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/14$322
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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.
Fri 11/1510:30 pmIAD - SJO
1 stop13h 55mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/182:20 pmSJO - IAD
1 stop8h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/14$322

Find flights from District of Columbia to Costa Rica within your budget

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 2,752,363 searches. Data last updated November 14, 2024.

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Washington, D.C.San José

IAD - SJO

IADSJO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 1/30

1:00 pm-10:17 am

1 stop22h 17m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/5

1:06 pm-11:09 am

1 stop21h 03m

$293

Washington, D.C.San José

IAD - SJO

IADSJO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 1/18

11:55 pm-3:45 am

Nonstop4h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 1/21

4:40 pm-12:10 am

1 stop6h 30m

$294

Washington, D.C.Liberia

IAD - LIR

IADLIR

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 11/28

10:59 am-12:50 pm

2 stops26h 51m

Liberia

Thu 12/5

1:50 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops9h 05m

$297

Washington, D.C.San José

IAD - SJO

IADSJO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 11/28

10:59 am-1:50 pm

2 stops27h 51m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 12/7

1:10 pm-8:39 am

2 stops18h 29m

$300

Washington, D.C.Liberia

IAD - LIR

IADLIR

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 1/12

6:00 am-2:36 pm

1 stop9h 36m

Liberia

Thu 1/23

4:01 pm-12:18 am

1 stop7h 17m

$303

Washington, D.C.Liberia

DCA - LIR

DCALIR

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 12/9

6:04 am-12:49 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Liberia

Mon 12/16

3:30 pm-9:06 am

1 stop16h 36m

$303

Washington, D.C.San José

IAD - SJO

IADSJO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 1/30

1:00 pm-10:17 am

1 stop22h 17m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 2/3

11:15 am-11:09 am

1 stop22h 54m

$311

Washington, D.C.San José

DCA - SJO

DCASJO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 1/28

11:54 am-11:09 pm

1 stop12h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/4

6:00 am-11:09 pm

1 stop16h 09m

$311

Washington, D.C.San José

IAD - SJO

IADSJO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 2/19

4:30 am-11:25 am

1 stop7h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/24

11:15 am-12:22 pm

1 stop23h 07m

$319

Washington, D.C.San José

DCA - SJO

DCASJO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 12/10

4:10 pm-9:57 pm

1 stop6h 47m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 12/18

2:13 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop8h 26m

$322

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

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Travel insights for flights from District of Columbia to Costa Rica

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from District of Columbia to Costa Rica including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 July is currently the most expensive (average of $532). 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 November 14, 2024.

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 November 14, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with American Airlines, Volaris 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.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,045 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,045 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,045 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,788 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,045 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,439 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,045 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Copa Airlines
7.8
Good
1,809 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,045 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Aeromexico
7.5
Good
2,018 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,045 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

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?

    $97 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Southwest. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Avianca, with prices starting from $97 and $98, 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 July is currently the most expensive (average of $532). 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 2,752,363 searches. Data last updated November 14, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$179Average$291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$195Average$356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$203Average$595FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$217Average$616FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$231Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$237Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$246Average$591FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$523FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$330Average$553FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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