Central America

$89+ 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 8/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BWI — SJO
Aug 4 — Aug 111
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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 July 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$255
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$89
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$362

Good round-trip deal

$277 or less

Good one-way deal

$156 or less
From District of Columbia to Central America
One-way flight from District of Columbia to Central America
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 23% potential increase in price ($106 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 9% potential price decrease ($29 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from District of Columbia to Central America.
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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 July 30, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 8/1411:04 amIAD - GUA
2 stops26h 17mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/221:59 pmGUA - IAD
1 stop20h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$255
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Sat 11/83:31 pmIAD - SJO
1 stop17h 48mCopa Airlines
Sat 11/156:07 pmSJO - IAD
1 stop8h 15mCopa Airlines
Deal found 7/29$255
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 9/1612:50 pmDCA - SJO
1 stop8h 47mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/237:55 amSJO - DCA
2 stops12h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/28$256
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 8/251:05 amIAD - SJO
Nonstop4h 30mAvianca
Sat 8/305:10 pmSJO - IAD
Nonstop4h 35mAvianca
Deal found 7/30$257
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 8/92:37 amIAD - GUA
1 stop7h 04mVolaris El Salvador
Wed 8/201:59 pmGUA - IAD
1 stop20h 41mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 7/30$259
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Fri 10/105:45 amIAD - SAL
Nonstop4h 15mAvianca
Tue 10/1410:05 pmSAL - IAD
Nonstop4h 15mAvianca
Deal found 7/29$261
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 9/92:37 amIAD - SAL
Nonstop4h 20mVolaris El Salvador
Sun 9/146:20 amSAL - IAD
Nonstop4h 17mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 7/28$262
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 9/116:55 amDCA - SJO
1 stop14h 00mSouthwest
Mon 9/158:50 amSJO - DCA
1 stop11h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 7/29$262
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 10/136:11 amIAD - SJO
1 stop14h 05mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/182:20 pmSJO - IAD
1 stop7h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/28$262
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Thu 11/131:07 pmIAD - SJO
1 stop18h 37mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/174:40 pmSJO - IAD
1 stop6h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$263
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Wed 8/272:35 amIAD - GUA
Nonstop4h 15mAvianca
Tue 9/27:05 pmGUA - IAD
Nonstop4h 10mAvianca
Deal found 7/29$264
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Tue 9/25:55 amDCA - SJO
2 stops9h 45mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/96:00 amSJO - DCA
2 stops11h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/30$266

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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 July 30, 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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Return

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Washington, D.C.Guatemala City

IAD - GUA

IADGUA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 8/14

11:04 am-11:21 am

2 stops26h 17m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Fri 8/22

1:59 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop20h 41m

$255

Washington, D.C.San José

DCA - SJO

DCASJO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 9/16

12:50 pm-7:37 pm

1 stop8h 47m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/23

7:55 am-10:43 pm

2 stops12h 48m

$256

Washington, D.C.San José

IAD - SJO

IADSJO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 8/18

4:34 pm-8:19 am

1 stop17h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 8/27

8:11 am-12:28 am

1 stop14h 17m

$256

Washington, D.C.San José

IAD - SJO

IADSJO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 8/25

1:05 am-3:35 am

Nonstop4h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 8/30

5:10 pm-11:45 pm

Nonstop4h 35m

$257

Washington, D.C.San José

IAD - SJO

IADSJO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 9/3

2:37 am-8:19 pm

1 stop19h 42m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/8

4:17 pm-12:54 am

1 stop6h 37m

$258

Washington, D.C.Guatemala City

IAD - GUA

IADGUA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 8/9

2:37 am-7:41 am

1 stop7h 04m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Wed 8/20

1:59 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop20h 41m

$259

Washington, D.C.San Salvador

IAD - SAL

IADSAL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 10/10

5:45 am-8:00 am

Nonstop4h 15m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 10/14

10:05 pm-4:20 am

Nonstop4h 15m

$261

Washington, D.C.San José

DCA - SJO

DCASJO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 9/11

6:55 am-6:55 pm

1 stop14h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/15

8:50 am-10:25 pm

1 stop11h 35m

$262

Washington, D.C.San José

IAD - SJO

IADSJO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 10/13

6:11 am-6:16 pm

1 stop14h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 10/18

2:20 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$262

Washington, D.C.San Salvador

IAD - SAL

IADSAL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 9/9

2:37 am-4:57 am

Nonstop4h 20m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 9/14

6:20 am-12:37 pm

Nonstop4h 17m

$262

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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 July 30, 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.

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 July 30, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from District of Columbia to Central America by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
8.0
Very good

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.

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  • How popular is this District of Columbia to Central America flight route?

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

    $89 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from United Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Copa Airlines and American Airlines, with prices starting from $92 and $99, respectively.

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  • 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 July 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VolarisCheapest$110Average$333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
DeltaCheapest$120Average$499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$124Average$433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$133Average$333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$141Average$574FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$231Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$236Average$561FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$246Average$622FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$251Average$457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$360Average$527FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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