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$67+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 2/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — SJO
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Sat 2/28
Sat 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Central America. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 29, 2026.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 2/246:20 am
BWI
-
SAL
1 stop9h 36m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 3/34:02 pm
SAL
-
BWI
1 stop16h 04m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/26$182
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 3/36:20 am
BWI
-
SAL
1 stop9h 36m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 3/172:53 pm
SAL
-
BWI
1 stop7h 06m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/28$185
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/411:08 am
IAD
-
SAL
Nonstop4h 34m
Frontier
Sat 4/1112:15 pm
SAL
-
IAD
Nonstop4h 45m
Frontier
Deal found 1/28$204
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Mon 3/21:07 pm
IAD
-
SAL
Nonstop4h 37m
Volaris El Salvador
Fri 3/66:20 am
SAL
-
IAD
Nonstop4h 07m
Volaris El Salvador
Deal found 1/26$207
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Tue 2/176:15 pm
IAD
-
SAL
Nonstop4h 40m
Avianca
Wed 2/2510:05 pm
SAL
-
IAD
Nonstop4h 05m
Avianca
Deal found 1/29$208
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Sun 2/81:25 am
IAD
-
SAL
Nonstop4h 37m
Volaris El Salvador
Tue 2/106:20 am
SAL
-
IAD
Nonstop4h 07m
Volaris El Salvador
Deal found 1/27$209
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Tue 2/241:07 pm
IAD
-
SAL
Nonstop4h 37m
Volaris El Salvador
Tue 3/36:38 pm
SAL
-
IAD
Nonstop4h 07m
Volaris El Salvador
Deal found 1/26$210
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/221:25 am
IAD
-
SAL
Nonstop4h 37m
Volaris El Salvador
Wed 3/116:20 am
SAL
-
IAD
Nonstop4h 07m
Volaris El Salvador
Deal found 1/28$211
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/161:25 am
IAD
-
SAL
Nonstop4h 37m
Volaris El Salvador
Thu 2/266:20 am
SAL
-
IAD
Nonstop4h 07m
Volaris El Salvador
Deal found 1/28$212
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/161:25 am
IAD
-
SAL
Nonstop4h 37m
Volaris El Salvador
Wed 2/186:20 am
SAL
-
IAD
Nonstop4h 07m
Volaris El Salvador
Deal found 1/29$213
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 3/51:35 am
IAD
-
SAL
Nonstop4h 37m
Volaris El Salvador
Wed 3/116:38 pm
SAL
-
IAD
Nonstop4h 07m
Volaris El Salvador
Deal found 1/27$214
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Wed 3/182:07 pm
IAD
-
SAL
Nonstop4h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 4/1112:15 pm
SAL
-
IAD
Nonstop4h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$215

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. 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 January 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Central America that are best for you.

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Return

Price

Washington, D.C.San Salvador

IAD - SAL

IADSAL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 5/8

3:06 pm-5:34 pm

Nonstop4h 28m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 5/15

7:09 am-1:26 pm

Nonstop4h 17m

$212

Washington, D.C.San Salvador

IAD - SAL

IADSAL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 5/16

10:20 pm-8:49 pm

1 stop24h 29m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 5/20

6:00 am-11:59 pm

1 stop15h 59m

$240

Washington, D.C.San Salvador

DCA - SAL

DCASAL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 4/27

6:00 am-12:15 pm

1 stop8h 15m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 4/30

6:00 am-6:50 pm

1 stop10h 50m

$251

Washington, D.C.San Salvador

DCA - SAL

DCASAL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 5/28

12:55 pm-6:58 pm

1 stop8h 03m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 6/3

1:15 am-11:49 am

1 stop8h 34m

$257

Washington, D.C.Guatemala City

IAD - GUA

IADGUA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 2/4

3:35 pm-8:55 am

1 stop18h 20m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Mon 2/9

7:13 am-3:15 am

1 stop19h 02m

$259

Washington, D.C.Guatemala City

IAD - GUA

IADGUA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 4/14

2:21 am-11:50 am

1 stop11h 29m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Mon 4/27

10:37 am-4:22 am

1 stop15h 45m

$259

Washington, D.C.San Salvador

IAD - SAL

IADSAL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 5/13

10:20 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop18h 10m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 5/29

1:20 pm-7:39 pm

Nonstop4h 19m

$263

Washington, D.C.San Salvador

IAD - SAL

IADSAL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 5/16

10:20 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop18h 10m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 5/31

1:20 pm-7:39 pm

Nonstop4h 19m

$263

Washington, D.C.San Salvador

IAD - SAL

IADSAL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 5/14

10:20 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop18h 10m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 5/31

1:20 pm-7:39 pm

Nonstop4h 19m

$263

Washington, D.C.San Salvador

IAD - SAL

IADSAL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 5/17

10:20 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop18h 10m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 5/31

1:20 pm-7:39 pm

Nonstop4h 19m

$263

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Best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Central America

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to Central America

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Central America (average of $122). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Central America in December is currently the most expensive (average of $182). 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 WAS to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 January 29, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Washington, D.C. to Central America is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 31% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. to Central America?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Central America. Price data was last updated on January 24, 2026.

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

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 January 29, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Copa Airlines, Volaris El Salvador, and United Airlines from Washington, D.C. to Central America to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,560 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Maria,Dec 2025

PTY - SLA

Old plain no entertainment , no outlet for cell or computer! And online they said you have all that! Almost 6 hrs looking to the floor..terrible expirencw and I pay a lot of money for it
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,560 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,560 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Maria,Dec 2025

PTY - SLA

Old plain no entertainment , no outlet for cell or computer! And online they said you have all that! Almost 6 hrs looking to the floor..terrible expirencw and I pay a lot of money for it
Volaris El Salvador
7.4
Good
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,560 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Maria,Dec 2025

PTY - SLA

Old plain no entertainment , no outlet for cell or computer! And online they said you have all that! Almost 6 hrs looking to the floor..terrible expirencw and I pay a lot of money for it
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,215 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,560 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Maria,Dec 2025

PTY - SLA

Old plain no entertainment , no outlet for cell or computer! And online they said you have all that! Almost 6 hrs looking to the floor..terrible expirencw and I pay a lot of money for it
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,206 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,560 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Maria,Dec 2025

PTY - SLA

Old plain no entertainment , no outlet for cell or computer! And online they said you have all that! Almost 6 hrs looking to the floor..terrible expirencw and I pay a lot of money for it
Avianca
6.6
Okay
2,492 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,560 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Maria,Dec 2025

PTY - SLA

Old plain no entertainment , no outlet for cell or computer! And online they said you have all that! Almost 6 hrs looking to the floor..terrible expirencw and I pay a lot of money for it

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Washington, D.C. to Central America. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Central America?

    Airlines like Volaris El Salvador, United Airlines, and Copa Airlines fly from Washington, D.C. to Central America in about 4h 28m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 20h 01m. The distance between Washington, D.C. and Central America is about 1898 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to Central America one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $68. However, be on the lookout for offers from Volaris El Salvador and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Washington, D.C. to Central America for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Central America?

    The most popular route from Washington, D.C. to Central America is Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - San Salvador El Salvador Intl. You may also consider Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Panama City Tocumen Intl or Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. to Central America?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Washington, D.C. to Central America are Avianca (96%), Avianca Costa Rica (96%) and United Airlines (82%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Central America?

    The cheapest flight price from Washington, D.C. to Central America is $118. On average you can expect to pay $471. The most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - San Salvador El Salvador Intl), can usually be booked for $194.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Central America?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Central America?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Central America (average of $122). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Central America in December is currently the most expensive (average of $182). 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 Washington, D.C. to Central America

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. 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 January 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$97Average$435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$102Average$329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$104Average$514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$122Average$470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$134Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$141Average$518FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$142Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
AviancaCheapest$187Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
American AirlinesCheapest$237Average$526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$256Average$607FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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