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$145+ Cheap flights from Costa Rica to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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SJO — WAS
Jan 27 — Feb 31
Mon 1/27
Mon 2/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Costa Rica to Washington, D.C.

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Costa Rica (CR0) to Washington, D.C. (WAS). 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 January 22, 2025.

Round-trip from

$241
(eDestinos)

One-way from

$145
(Copa Airlines)

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$383 or less

Good one-way deal

$248 or less
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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 January 22, 2025.

This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/49:51 amSJO - IAD
1 stop12h 19mVolaris El Salvador
Sun 4/62:00 pmIAD - SJO
1 stop20h 52mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 1/22$241
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 2/126:30 amSJO - IAD
1 stop14h 39mUnited Airlines
Sat 2/2210:05 pmIAD - SJO
1 stop23h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/21$246
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 3/127:45 amSJO - DCA
1 stop25h 43mUnited Airlines
Wed 3/196:00 amDCA - SJO
1 stop16h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/21$246
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/61:46 pmSJO - IAD
1 stop20h 23mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/92:00 pmIAD - SJO
1 stop22h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$255
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/54:09 amSJO - IAD
1 stop8h 54mCopa Airlines
Sun 2/91:18 amIAD - SJO
1 stop7h 50mCopa Airlines
Deal found 1/22$256
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/114:09 amSJO - BWI
1 stop9h 02mCopa Airlines
Wed 2/193:35 pmBWI - SJO
1 stop17h 00mCopa Airlines
Deal found 1/22$264
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/66:00 amSJO - BWI
2 stops17h 18mAmerican Airlines
Tue 2/258:09 pmBWI - SJO
2 stops17h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/22$266
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Fri 3/1412:26 pmSJO - BWI
1 stop10h 06mSpirit Airlines
Mon 3/248:27 pmBWI - SJO
1 stop16h 54mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/22$269
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 1/233:20 pmSJO - DCA
1 stop7h 25mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/2711:54 amDCA - SJO
1 stop12h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/21$278
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/232:20 pmSJO - BWI
1 stop25h 00mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/266:00 amBWI - SJO
1 stop15h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/22$280
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/231:13 pmSJO - BWI
1 stop9h 04mDelta
Mon 10/276:00 amBWI - SJO
1 stop7h 48mDelta
Deal found 1/22$282
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/3012:26 pmSJO - IAD
2 stops18h 12mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/46:18 amIAD - SJO
1 stop17h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/22$283

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

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 January 22, 2025.

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San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - IAD

SJOIAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 4/4

9:51 am-12:10 am

1 stop12h 19m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 4/6

2:00 pm-8:52 am

1 stop20h 52m

$241

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - IAD

SJOIAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/12

6:30 am-10:09 pm

1 stop14h 39m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 2/22

10:05 pm-8:39 pm

1 stop23h 34m

$246

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - DCA

SJODCA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/12

7:45 am-11:28 am

1 stop25h 43m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 3/19

6:00 am-8:55 pm

1 stop16h 55m

$246

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - IAD

SJOIAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 3/6

1:46 pm-11:09 am

1 stop20h 23m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 3/9

2:00 pm-10:14 am

1 stop22h 14m

$255

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - IAD

SJOIAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/5

4:09 am-2:03 pm

1 stop8h 54m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 2/9

1:18 am-10:01 am

1 stop9h 43m

$256

San JoséBaltimore

SJO - BWI

SJOBWI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/11

4:09 am-2:11 pm

1 stop9h 02m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 2/19

3:35 pm-7:35 am

1 stop17h 00m

$264

San JoséBaltimore

SJO - BWI

SJOBWI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/6

6:00 am-12:18 am

2 stops17h 18m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 2/25

8:09 pm-12:13 pm

2 stops17h 04m

$266

San JoséBaltimore

SJO - BWI

SJOBWI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 3/14

12:26 pm-12:32 am

1 stop10h 06m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 3/24

8:27 pm-11:21 am

1 stop16h 54m

$269

San JoséBaltimore

SJO - BWI

SJOBWI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/12

6:30 am-1:53 pm

2 stops30h 23m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 2/19

10:51 am-8:39 pm

2 stops34h 48m

$280

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - IAD

SJOIAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/4

3:20 pm-8:41 am

1 stop16h 21m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 2/8

5:00 am-11:09 pm

2 stops19h 09m

$283

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Best time to book a flight from Costa Rica to Washington, D.C.

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Travel insights for flights from Costa Rica to Washington, D.C.

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

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 January 22, 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. Monday 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 January 22, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with American Airlines, Spirit Airlines and Copa Airlines 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.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,654 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,654 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,654 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,514 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,654 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,707 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,654 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Copa Airlines
7.7
Good
1,659 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,654 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

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?

    $145 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 United Airlines and Spirit Airlines, with prices starting from $150 and $152, respectively.

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

    While some choose either San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Baltimore/Washington or San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National, San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl is the most popular route 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 $535 for a flight from Costa Rica to Washington, D.C.. The cheapest flight overall is $426 while the most popular route, (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl) is currently priced at $232.

  • 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 8 airlines flying from Costa Rica to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 8 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 January 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$202Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
AviancaCheapest$204Average$329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$205Average$457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$234Average$352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$257Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$260Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
JetBlueCheapest$339Average$624FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$363Average$541FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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