Central America

$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 1/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — SJO
Jan 14 — Jan 211
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Central America
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 December 15, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 12/136:06 pmBWI - SJO
2 stops19h 07mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/203:29 pmSJO - BWI
2 stops16h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/13$240
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 12/135:08 pmIAD - SJO
2 stops21h 54mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/201:50 pmSJO - IAD
2 stops17h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/13$242
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/317:01 pmIAD - SAL
2 stops39h 34mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/175:51 pmSAL - IAD
Nonstop4h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/12$257
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/289:49 amDCA - SJO
1 stop7h 37mJetBlue
Sun 1/49:38 amSJO - DCA
1 stop10h 33mJetBlue
Deal found 12/13$258
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/315:30 amBWI - SAL
1 stop7h 26mFrontier
Sat 1/172:52 pmSAL - BWI
1 stop8h 39mFrontier
Deal found 12/12$280
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/315:30 amBWI - SAL
1 stop7h 26mFrontier
Wed 1/78:39 pmSAL - BWI
1 stop10h 05mFrontier
Deal found 12/12$282
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 12/155:08 pmIAD - SJO
2 stops20h 05mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/2111:32 amSJO - IAD
2 stops20h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/13$284
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Sat 12/138:30 amIAD - SAL
1 stop7h 54mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/161:10 amSAL - IAD
Nonstop4h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/13$286
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 12/316:30 amBWI - SAL
1 stop9h 17mSpirit Airlines
Sun 1/114:02 pmSAL - BWI
1 stop15h 29mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/13$290
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/175:25 amIAD - SAL
1 stop16h 10mCopa Airlines
Wed 12/242:01 pmSAL - IAD
1 stop12h 21mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/15$298
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Sun 12/143:32 pmIAD - SJO
1 stop16h 38mCopa Airlines
Wed 12/176:07 pmSJO - IAD
1 stop8h 15mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/13$298
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Sat 12/138:30 amIAD - SAL
1 stop7h 54mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/192:00 amSAL - IAD
1 stop19h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/13$303

Find flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Central America

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Washington, D.C. to Central America flight deals. Data was last updated December 15, 2025.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$206
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$67
(Spirit)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$613

Good round-trip deal

$266 or less

Good one-way deal

$109 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Washington, D.C. (WAS)-San Salvador El Salvador Intl flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Washington, D.C. (WAS)-San Salvador El Salvador Intl flights.
From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Central America
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Central America
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($85 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease ($25 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Central America.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Central America.

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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 December 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Central America that are best for you.

Fly from

Washington, D.C.

Fly to

Central America

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BaltimoreSan José

BWI - SJO

BWISJO

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 5/13

6:05 am-7:37 pm

1 stop15h 32m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/26

12:30 am-12:30 pm

1 stop10h 00m

$236

Washington, D.C.San Salvador

DCA - SAL

DCASAL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 1/31

5:00 am-2:49 pm

1 stop10h 49m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 2/7

3:49 pm-9:43 am

2 stops16h 54m

$244

BaltimoreSan Salvador

BWI - SAL

BWISAL

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 2/23

4:09 pm-3:24 pm

2 stops24h 15m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 2/25

4:40 pm-9:17 pm

2 stops27h 37m

$249

Washington, D.C.San Salvador

DCA - SAL

DCASAL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 2/4

12:40 pm-9:19 pm

1 stop9h 39m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 2/9

6:55 am-8:56 pm

1 stop13h 01m

$250

Washington, D.C.Guatemala City

DCA - GUA

DCAGUA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 2/3

7:30 am-1:01 pm

1 stop6h 31m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Thu 2/12

2:11 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop7h 48m

$256

Washington, D.C.San Salvador

IAD - SAL

IADSAL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 2/1

7:15 am-1:10 pm

1 stop6h 55m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 2/6

2:35 pm-12:24 am

1 stop8h 49m

$260

Washington, D.C.San Salvador

IAD - SAL

IADSAL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 1/30

4:15 pm-7:55 pm

Nonstop4h 40m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 2/7

10:05 pm-3:10 am

Nonstop4h 05m

$260

Washington, D.C.San Salvador

DCA - SAL

DCASAL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 1/25

7:00 am-1:10 pm

1 stop7h 10m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 1/30

2:35 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop6h 58m

$260

BaltimoreSan José

BWI - SJO

BWISJO

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 1/21

8:07 am-6:16 pm

1 stop11h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 1/24

6:30 am-9:21 pm

2 stops13h 51m

$266

BaltimoreSan Salvador

BWI - SAL

BWISAL

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 1/1

6:04 pm-12:36 am

1 stop7h 32m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 1/23

4:40 pm-11:20 am

1 stop17h 40m

$267

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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 $113). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Central America in December is currently the most expensive (average of $196). 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 December 15, 2025.

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 at noon could potentially save you up to 24% 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 December 16, 2024.

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. Saturday mornings 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 December 15, 2025.
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.

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip
Volaris El Salvador
7.4
Good

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip

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 United Airlines, American Airlines, and JetBlue fly from Washington, D.C. to Central America in about 6h 31m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 9h 01m. The distance between Washington, D.C. and Central America is about 1866 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 Volaris El Salvador, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $84. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier 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?

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

    The cheapest flight price from Washington, D.C. to Central America is $107. On average you can expect to pay $322. The most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - San Salvador El Salvador Intl), can usually be booked for $136.

  • 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 $113). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Central America in December is currently the most expensive (average of $196). 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 December 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$69Average$542FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$104Average$480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$133Average$328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$154Average$614FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
AviancaCheapest$195Average$431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$196Average$455FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
JetBlueCheapest$234Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$237Average$531FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$240Average$434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$256Average$620FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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