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$142+ Cheap flights from Costa Rica to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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SJO — WAS
Apr 7 — Apr 141
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Cheap flight deals from Costa Rica to Washington, D.C.

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Costa Rica to Washington, D.C. flight deals. Data was last updated April 2, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$237
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$142
(Copa Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$349

Good round-trip deal

$371 or less

Good one-way deal

$303 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for San José Juan Santamaria Intl-Washington, D.C. (WAS) flight deals.
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From Costa Rica to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($22 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Costa Rica to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 2, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Thu 8/145:00 pmSJO - IAD
1 stop17h 22mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/232:05 pmIAD - SJO
1 stop8h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1$237
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Fri 4/411:15 amSJO - IAD
1 stop10h 55mVolaris El Salvador
Sun 4/62:00 pmIAD - SJO
1 stop22h 14mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 3/31$241
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/2312:55 amSJO - BWI
1 stop7h 42mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/296:50 amBWI - SJO
1 stop6h 28mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/1$241
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Sat 5/104:10 amSJO - BWI
1 stop9h 05mCopa Airlines
Wed 5/144:49 pmBWI - SJO
1 stop16h 46mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/1$242
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Thu 12/256:30 amSJO - IAD
1 stop16h 21mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/316:30 amIAD - SJO
1 stop12h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/1$248
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 6/211:13 amSJO - BWI
2 stops21h 00mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/73:05 pmBWI - SJO
1 stop21h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/31$248
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 7/185:30 amSJO - DCA
1 stop16h 29mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/225:59 pmDCA - SJO
1 stop15h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/1$248
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Wed 8/202:20 pmSJO - BWI
1 stop25h 48mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/276:35 amBWI - SJO
1 stop13h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/1$257
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Tue 6/35:10 pmSJO - IAD
Nonstop4h 35mAvianca
Mon 6/91:05 amIAD - SJO
Nonstop4h 30mAvianca
Deal found 3/31$262
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Wed 4/21:21 pmSJO - IAD
1 stop9h 10mDelta
Sat 6/77:15 amIAD - SJO
1 stop6h 44mDelta
Deal found 3/31$268
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 8/147:00 amSJO - DCA
1 stop12h 47mAmerican Airlines
Fri 8/225:11 amDCA - SJO
1 stop10h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/1$268
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 5/112:27 pmSJO - IAD
2 stops18h 11mAmerican Airlines
Thu 5/85:02 amIAD - SJO
1 stop10h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/31$269

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Costa Rica to Washington, D.C. 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 2, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Costa Rica to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

Fly from

Costa Rica

Fly to

Washington, D.C.

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - IAD

SJOIAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 8/14

5:00 pm-12:22 pm

1 stop17h 22m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 8/23

2:05 pm-8:19 pm

1 stop8h 14m

$237

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - IAD

SJOIAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 4/14

11:15 am-12:10 am

1 stop10h 55m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 6/1

2:22 am-10:14 am

1 stop9h 52m

$241

San JoséBaltimore

SJO - BWI

SJOBWI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/23

12:55 am-10:37 am

1 stop7h 42m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 4/29

6:50 am-11:18 am

1 stop6h 28m

$241

San JoséBaltimore

SJO - BWI

SJOBWI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/10

4:10 am-3:15 pm

1 stop9h 05m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 5/14

4:49 pm-7:35 am

1 stop16h 46m

$242

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - IAD

SJOIAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/29

11:13 am-11:58 pm

1 stop10h 45m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 6/2

10:32 pm-10:11 am

1 stop13h 39m

$248

San JoséBaltimore

SJO - BWI

SJOBWI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 6/2

11:13 am-10:13 am

2 stops21h 00m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 6/7

3:05 pm-10:11 am

1 stop21h 06m

$248

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - DCA

SJODCA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 7/18

5:30 am-11:59 pm

1 stop16h 29m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 7/22

5:59 pm-7:15 am

1 stop15h 16m

$248

San JoséBaltimore

SJO - BWI

SJOBWI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 8/20

2:20 pm-6:08 pm

1 stop25h 48m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 8/27

6:35 am-6:30 pm

1 stop13h 55m

$257

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - IAD

SJOIAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 6/3

4:20 pm-1:15 am

1 stop6h 55m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 6/9

2:35 am-7:40 am

1 stop7h 05m

$262

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - DCA

SJODCA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 8/14

7:00 am-9:47 pm

1 stop12h 47m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 8/22

5:11 am-1:20 pm

1 stop10h 09m

$268

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Costa Rica to Washington, D.C.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to Washington, D.C. (average of $241). Flying from Costa Rica to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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 CR to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Costa Rica to Washington, D.C.. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 2, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Costa Rica to Washington, D.C. at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 44% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Costa Rica to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Costa Rica to Washington, D.C. flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. ranges from 2.6 - 4.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

Temperature in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated April 2, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, Alaska Airlines and Southwest from Costa Rica to Washington, D.C. have to say. 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

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Costa Rica to Washington, D.C.. 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 Costa Rica to Washington, D.C. one-way?

    $142 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Copa Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Spirit Airlines and United Airlines, with prices starting from $144 and $146, respectively.

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

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

    On average you can expect to pay $495 for a flight from Costa Rica to Washington, D.C.. The cheapest flight overall is $235 while the most popular route, (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Baltimore/Washington) is currently priced at $241.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Costa Rica to Washington, D.C. 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 Costa Rica to Washington, D.C.?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to Washington, D.C. (average of $241). Flying from Costa Rica to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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 Costa Rica to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Costa Rica to Washington, D.C.. 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 2, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$173Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$173Average$359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$203Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
AviancaCheapest$204Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$205Average$471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$211Average$379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$234Average$329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$339Average$624FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$364Average$525FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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