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$89+ Cheap flights from Dulles Intl (IAD) 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.
IAD — SJO
Dec 12 — Dec 191
Fri 12/12
Fri 12/19
1 adult, Economy
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This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/161:25 amIAD - SAL
Nonstop4h 37mVolaris El Salvador
Thu 11/206:38 pmSAL - IAD
Nonstop4h 07mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 11/12$240
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/171:25 amIAD - SAL
Nonstop4h 37mVolaris El Salvador
Thu 12/116:20 amSAL - IAD
Nonstop4h 07mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 11/10$241
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/151:25 amIAD - SAL
Nonstop4h 37mVolaris El Salvador
Thu 11/206:38 pmSAL - IAD
Nonstop4h 07mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 11/11$242
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/111:25 amIAD - SAL
Nonstop4h 37mVolaris El Salvador
Thu 11/206:20 amSAL - IAD
Nonstop4h 07mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 11/10$246
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Mon 11/101:25 amIAD - SAL
Nonstop4h 37mVolaris El Salvador
Tue 11/256:20 amSAL - IAD
Nonstop4h 07mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 11/10$247
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/811:55 pmIAD - SJO
Nonstop4h 55mAvianca
Thu 12/115:10 pmSJO - IAD
Nonstop4h 25mAvianca
Deal found 11/12$247
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/91:07 pmIAD - SAL
Nonstop4h 37mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/195:46 pmSAL - IAD
Nonstop4h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11$248
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/91:25 amIAD - SAL
Nonstop4h 37mVolaris El Salvador
Fri 11/146:20 amSAL - IAD
Nonstop4h 07mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 11/9$249
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/65:45 amIAD - SJO
2 stops31h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/165:10 pmSJO - IAD
Nonstop4h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/10$251
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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.
Mon 11/245:29 pmIAD - SJO
2 stops19h 42mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/271:11 pmSJO - IAD
2 stops29h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/10$252
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/911:55 pmIAD - SJO
Nonstop4h 55mAvianca
Sat 12/135:10 pmSJO - IAD
Nonstop4h 25mAvianca
Deal found 11/11$253
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Wed 12/31:25 amIAD - SAL
Nonstop4h 37mVolaris
Tue 12/166:20 amSAL - IAD
Nonstop4h 07mVolaris
Deal found 11/10$254

Cheap flight deals from Dulles Intl to Central America

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Dulles Intl to Central America flight deals. Data was last updated November 12, 2025.

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3 stars

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CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$229
(Avianca)

One-way from

$89
(CheapOair)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$372

Good round-trip deal

$276 or less

Good one-way deal

$123 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Dulles Intl 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 November 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Central America that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.Liberia

IAD - LIR

IADLIR

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 1/31

10:28 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop15h 27m

Liberia

Sat 2/7

4:53 pm-7:14 am

1 stop13h 21m

$265

Washington, D.C.Liberia

IAD - LIR

IADLIR

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 12/11

6:00 am-6:37 pm

1 stop13h 37m

Liberia

Thu 12/18

8:35 am-11:49 pm

1 stop14h 14m

$265

Washington, D.C.Liberia

IAD - LIR

IADLIR

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 1/8

10:20 pm-11:44 am

1 stop14h 24m

Liberia

Fri 1/16

8:35 am-10:18 pm

1 stop12h 43m

$265

Washington, D.C.Liberia

IAD - LIR

IADLIR

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 12/11

6:00 am-6:37 pm

1 stop13h 37m

Liberia

Tue 12/16

8:35 am-10:15 pm

1 stop12h 40m

$265

Washington, D.C.Liberia

IAD - LIR

IADLIR

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 1/15

5:26 pm-2:13 pm

2 stops21h 47m

Liberia

Mon 1/19

3:13 pm-12:36 pm

2 stops20h 23m

$269

Washington, D.C.Liberia

IAD - LIR

IADLIR

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 1/8

5:26 pm-2:13 pm

2 stops21h 47m

Liberia

Fri 1/16

3:13 pm-10:58 am

2 stops18h 45m

$269

Washington, D.C.San José

IAD - SJO

IADSJO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 11/15

3:24 pm-8:19 am

1 stop17h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/26

6:07 pm-3:22 am

1 stop8h 15m

$282

Washington, D.C.Liberia

IAD - LIR

IADLIR

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 2/6

7:30 pm-11:20 am

1 stop16h 50m

Liberia

Wed 2/11

3:05 pm-12:24 am

1 stop8h 19m

$285

Washington, D.C.San José

IAD - SJO

IADSJO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 2/3

1:18 am-10:00 am

1 stop9h 42m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 2/9

9:17 am-3:15 am

3 stops16h 58m

$287

Washington, D.C.Liberia

IAD - LIR

IADLIR

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 1/9

8:15 am-6:37 pm

1 stop11h 22m

Liberia

Mon 1/12

2:01 pm-11:46 am

1 stop20h 45m

$290

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Central America (average of $108). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Central America in July is currently the most expensive (average of $238). 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 IAD to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Dulles Intl 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 November 12, 2025.

When flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Central America, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 24% versus a flight in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Dulles Intl to Central America. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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 November 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Central America, such as Copa Airlines, Volaris El Salvador, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,563 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.9

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

MEX - PTY

never better, had a very plesent trip to panama, cant say the same thing of my trip, from panama to santa cruz... it was very poor, unconftrable and boring
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,563 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,563 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.9

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

MEX - PTY

never better, had a very plesent trip to panama, cant say the same thing of my trip, from panama to santa cruz... it was very poor, unconftrable and boring
Volaris El Salvador
7.4
Good
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,563 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.9

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

MEX - PTY

never better, had a very plesent trip to panama, cant say the same thing of my trip, from panama to santa cruz... it was very poor, unconftrable and boring
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,016 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,563 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.9

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

MEX - PTY

never better, had a very plesent trip to panama, cant say the same thing of my trip, from panama to santa cruz... it was very poor, unconftrable and boring
Avianca
6.6
Okay
2,473 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,563 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.9

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

MEX - PTY

never better, had a very plesent trip to panama, cant say the same thing of my trip, from panama to santa cruz... it was very poor, unconftrable and boring
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,113 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,563 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.9

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

MEX - PTY

never better, had a very plesent trip to panama, cant say the same thing of my trip, from panama to santa cruz... it was very poor, unconftrable and boring

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

    Airlines like United Airlines, American Airlines, and Copa Airlines fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Central America in about 15h 27m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 6h 20m. The distance between Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and Central America is about 2020 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $99 on Avianca. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $109 and American Airlines from $109 one-way.

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

    Most travelers choose Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - San Salvador El Salvador Intl, Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl or Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Panama City Tocumen Intl when deciding on the best route from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Central America.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Central America? While on average our users pay $350, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $137. The most popular route (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - San Salvador El Salvador Intl), is priced around $155.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Dulles Intl to Central America that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Dulles Intl to Central America?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Dulles Intl to Central America?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dulles Intl 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. Dulles Intl Airport to Central America?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Central America (average of $108). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Central America in July is currently the most expensive (average of $238). 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 Dulles Intl to Central America

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Dulles Intl 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 November 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$104Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$140Average$285FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$153Average$599FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
VolarisCheapest$192Average$404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$196Average$497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
AviancaCheapest$198Average$459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
American AirlinesCheapest$237Average$537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
FrontierCheapest$363Average$671FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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