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$92+ Cheap flights from District of Columbia to Central America

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 9/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BWI — SJO
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from District of Columbia to Central America

Keep the following information in mind while searching for District of Columbia to Central America flight deals. Data was last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$250
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$92
(Copa Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$340

Good round-trip deal

$266 or less

Good one-way deal

$130 or less
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Cheapest flights from District of Columbia to Central America
Explore the most affordable flight options available from District of Columbia to Central America. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 8/296:10 amIAD - GUA
1 stop8h 08mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/11:59 pmGUA - IAD
1 stop20h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$250
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 8/212:25 pmIAD - SJO
1 stop7h 54mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/254:17 pmSJO - IAD
1 stop18h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$250
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 10/44:34 pmIAD - GUA
1 stop18h 45mCopa Airlines
Sun 10/125:39 amGUA - IAD
2 stops20h 43mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/10$252
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 6/122:56 pmDCA - SJO
1 stop9h 43mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/155:30 amSJO - DCA
1 stop11h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$256
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Tue 6/1010:32 pmIAD - SJO
1 stop13h 39mUnited Airlines
Wed 6/1811:13 amSJO - IAD
1 stop10h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$256
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/42:35 amIAD - SJO
1 stop7h 05mAvianca
Mon 8/115:10 pmSJO - IAD
Nonstop4h 35mAvianca
Deal found 6/12$257
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Tue 7/152:37 amIAD - GUA
1 stop7h 04mVolaris El Salvador
Mon 7/211:59 pmGUA - IAD
1 stop20h 41mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 6/11$258
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Mon 7/217:25 pmIAD - SAL
Nonstop4h 25mAvianca
Wed 8/205:05 pmSAL - IAD
1 stop6h 10mAvianca
Deal found 6/10$262
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Thu 8/76:55 amDCA - SJO
1 stop14h 00mSouthwest
Mon 8/118:50 amSJO - DCA
1 stop11h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$262
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 9/52:25 pmIAD - SAL
Nonstop4h 20mVolaris El Salvador
Tue 9/96:37 pmSAL - IAD
Nonstop4h 17mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 6/10$264
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Sat 9/611:59 amDCA - SJO
2 stops9h 43mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/136:00 amSJO - DCA
1 stop15h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$266
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Sat 11/85:03 amIAD - SJO
2 stops15h 27mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/111:55 pmSJO - IAD
2 stops17h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$266

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from District of Columbia 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from District of Columbia to Central America that are best for you.

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District of Columbia

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Central America

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Depart

Return

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Washington, D.C.Guatemala City

IAD - GUA

IADGUA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 8/29

6:10 am-12:18 pm

1 stop8h 08m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Mon 9/1

1:59 pm-12:37 pm

1 stop20h 38m

$250

Washington, D.C.San José

IAD - SJO

IADSJO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 8/21

2:25 pm-8:19 pm

1 stop7h 54m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 8/25

4:17 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop18h 23m

$250

Washington, D.C.Guatemala City

IAD - GUA

IADGUA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 10/4

4:34 pm-9:19 am

1 stop18h 45m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sun 10/12

5:39 am-4:22 am

2 stops20h 43m

$252

Washington, D.C.San José

DCA - SJO

DCASJO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 9/6

6:00 am-11:38 am

1 stop7h 38m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/15

1:30 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop8h 24m

$256

Washington, D.C.San José

IAD - SJO

IADSJO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 9/10

10:08 pm-11:38 am

1 stop15h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 9/20

1:30 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop8h 25m

$256

Washington, D.C.San José

IAD - SJO

IADSJO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 8/4

2:35 am-7:40 am

1 stop7h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 8/11

5:10 pm-11:45 pm

Nonstop4h 35m

$257

Washington, D.C.Guatemala City

IAD - GUA

IADGUA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 7/15

2:37 am-7:41 am

1 stop7h 04m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Mon 7/21

1:59 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop20h 41m

$258

Washington, D.C.San José

DCA - SJO

DCASJO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 8/7

6:55 am-6:55 pm

1 stop14h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 8/11

8:50 am-10:25 pm

1 stop11h 35m

$262

Washington, D.C.San Salvador

IAD - SAL

IADSAL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 7/21

7:25 pm-9:50 pm

Nonstop4h 25m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 8/20

5:05 pm-1:15 am

1 stop6h 10m

$262

Washington, D.C.San Salvador

IAD - SAL

IADSAL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 9/5

2:25 pm-4:45 pm

Nonstop4h 20m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 9/9

6:37 pm-12:54 am

Nonstop4h 17m

$264

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Best time to book a flight from District of Columbia to Central America

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Everything you need to know about your flight from District of Columbia to Central America

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from District of Columbia to Central America?

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

Find hourly flight availability from District of Columbia 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 June 12, 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 Central America as you normally would.

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 June 12, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
802 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from District of Columbia to Central America one-way?

    $92 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 Delta, with prices starting from $95 and $100, respectively.

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

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

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    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 Central America.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from District of Columbia to Central America?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia to Central America?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from District of Columbia to Central America (average of $398). Flying from District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia to Central America

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from District of Columbia 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VolarisCheapest$115Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
DeltaCheapest$120Average$496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$124Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$133Average$340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$134Average$600FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$202Average$563FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$232Average$458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$242Average$457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$246Average$624FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
JetBlueCheapest$372Average$644FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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