How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica?

A quick flight from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica can take about 7h 20m. Southwest provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $236. Washington, D.C. and Costa Rica are separated by a distance of 2068 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 Costa Rica one-way?

For one-way options, check prices for United Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $102. Users have also found prices from $102 and $115 on Southwest and Copa Airlines, respectively.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Costa Rica ranges from 0.0 - 11.8 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Costa Rica when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Costa Rica, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 64.4 F).

What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica?

The most popular route from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica is Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl. You may also consider Baltimore/Washington - San José Juan Santamaria Intl or Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - San José Juan Santamaria Intl.

What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica?

Looking for the cheapest flight from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica? While on average our users pay $304, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $124. The most popular route (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl), is priced around $236.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica?

Before booking your flight from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica check out the most popular airlines for this route: American Airlines, Avianca or Copa Airlines.

Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica that include hotel bookings?

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From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Costa Rica

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 16, 2025.

Tue 9/307:49 pmBWI - SJO

1 stop17h 25mSpirit Airlines

Fri 10/312:19 pmSJO - BWI

1 stop9h 06mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 9/16

$186

Mon 9/297:49 pmBWI - SJO

1 stop17h 25mSpirit Airlines

Thu 10/212:19 pmSJO - BWI

1 stop7h 01mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$192

Wed 9/248:52 pmBWI - SJO

2 stops16h 22mSpirit Airlines

Wed 10/112:19 pmSJO - BWI

1 stop9h 06mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$193

Mon 9/297:49 pmBWI - SJO

1 stop17h 25mSpirit Airlines

Fri 10/312:19 pmSJO - BWI

1 stop9h 06mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 9/15

$195

Tue 9/306:50 amBWI - SJO

1 stop6h 24mSpirit Airlines

Wed 10/812:35 pmSJO - BWI

1 stop8h 57mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 9/15

$197

Tue 9/307:49 pmBWI - SJO

1 stop17h 25mSpirit Airlines

Tue 10/712:35 pmSJO - BWI

1 stop8h 57mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$200

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1 stop6h 24mSpirit Airlines

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1 stop7h 01mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$201

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1 stop17h 25mSpirit Airlines

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1 stop9h 06mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 9/15

$202

Sun 9/286:50 amBWI - SJO

1 stop6h 24mSpirit Airlines

Wed 10/112:19 pmSJO - BWI

1 stop9h 06mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$204

Tue 9/306:50 amBWI - SJO

1 stop6h 24mSpirit Airlines

Sat 10/412:19 pmSJO - BWI

1 stop9h 06mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 9/15

$207

Tue 9/306:50 amBWI - SJO

1 stop6h 24mSpirit Airlines

Thu 10/212:19 pmSJO - BWI

1 stop7h 01mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 9/15

$208

Thu 12/43:32 pmIAD - SJO

1 stop16h 38mCopa Airlines

Mon 12/810:08 amSJO - IAD

1 stop16h 14mCopa Airlines

Deal found 9/15

$258

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Discover carefully curated flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 16, 2025.

Sun 10/266:45 amBWI - SJO

1 stop7h 20mSouthwest

Thu 10/3012:55 pmSJO - BWI

1 stop7h 00mSouthwest

Deal found 9/13

$236

Sat 2/75:18 pmBWI - SJO

1 stop20h 38mUnited Airlines

Wed 2/118:45 amSJO - BWI

1 stop12h 40mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$242

Thu 10/162:25 amIAD - SJO

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Tue 10/216:10 pmSJO - IAD

1 stop8h 10mCopa Airlines

Deal found 9/16

$261

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1 stop8h 25mDelta

Thu 10/21:25 pmLIR - BWI

1 stop7h 04mDelta

Deal found 9/15

$265

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1 stop9h 17mAmerican Airlines

Thu 12/181:21 pmLIR - BWI

1 stop9h 18mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/16

$265

Sat 2/287:00 amDCA - SJO

1 stop6h 55mJetBlue

Thu 3/510:00 amSJO - DCA

1 stop9h 59mJetBlue

Deal found 9/14

$282

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2 stops9h 20mSouthwest

Fri 10/312:55 pmSJO - BWI

2 stops8h 45mSouthwest

Deal found 9/16

$236

Thu 10/236:35 amBWI - SJO

1 stop8h 00mSouthwest

Mon 10/2712:55 pmSJO - BWI

2 stops8h 45mSouthwest

Deal found 9/14

$236

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Tue 10/710:58 amSJO - IAD

1 stop15h 22mCopa Airlines

Deal found 9/16

$261

Tue 9/305:35 amBWI - LIR

1 stop8h 25mDelta

Fri 10/31:25 pmLIR - BWI

1 stop9h 03mDelta

Deal found 9/16

$265

Mon 2/96:00 amDCA - LIR

1 stop13h 37mUnited Airlines

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1 stop9h 09mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$265

Tue 9/306:41 pmBWI - LIR

2 stops19h 08mAmerican Airlines

Fri 10/312:49 pmLIR - BWI

1 stop9h 10mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/16

$269

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1 stop8h 53mJetBlue

Mon 2/92:00 pmSJO - DCA

1 stop7h 31mJetBlue

Deal found 9/14

$282

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3 stops26h 26mCopa Airlines

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1 stop8h 32mCopa Airlines

Deal found 9/16

$261

Tue 10/286:00 amBWI - LIR

1 stop7h 40mDelta

Sun 11/22:05 pmLIR - BWI

1 stop9h 36mDelta

Deal found 9/14

$265

Sun 11/27:59 pmDCA - LIR

1 stop18h 11mUnited Airlines

Wed 11/122:20 pmLIR - DCA

1 stop8h 24mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/16

$265

Sun 12/78:18 pmBWI - LIR

2 stops18h 59mAmerican Airlines

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2 stops17h 54mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$269

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Deal found 9/15

$265

Wed 3/46:00 amBWI - SJO

1 stop7h 55mDelta

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1 stop12h 56mDelta

Deal found 9/15

$266

Sat 11/298:21 pmBWI - LIR

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2 stops19h 17mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/15

$269

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2 stops16h 27mCopa Airlines

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1 stop17h 31mCopa Airlines

Deal found 9/16

$271

Fri 10/316:00 amDCA - LIR

1 stop13h 37mUnited Airlines

Fri 11/78:35 amLIR - DCA

1 stop12h 34mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/16

$265

Fri 11/141:51 pmBWI - SJO

1 stop9h 16mDelta

Sun 11/167:00 amSJO - BWI

1 stop12h 44mDelta

Deal found 9/14

$266

Wed 12/37:51 pmDCA - SJO

1 stop14h 01mJetBlue

Sat 12/132:01 pmSJO - DCA

1 stop7h 28mJetBlue

Deal found 9/14

$325

Thu 12/48:18 pmBWI - LIR

2 stops18h 59mAmerican Airlines

Tue 12/93:20 pmLIR - BWI

1 stop8h 09mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/15

$269

Mon 11/101:13 amIAD - SJO

1 stop13h 40mCopa Airlines

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3 stops17h 05mCopa Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$271

Tue 12/26:00 amDCA - LIR

1 stop13h 37mUnited Airlines

Thu 12/188:35 amLIR - DCA

1 stop9h 08mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/16

$265

Tue 12/912:17 pmBWI - SJO

1 stop10h 55mDelta

Fri 12/127:00 amSJO - BWI

1 stop16h 27mDelta

Deal found 9/14

$266

Sun 11/96:25 amBWI - SJO

1 stop15h 05mSouthwest

Sat 11/151:10 pmSJO - BWI

Nonstop4h 40mSouthwest

Deal found 9/14

$324

Mon 9/295:00 amDCA - LIR

1 stop10h 02mAmerican Airlines

Thu 10/212:49 pmLIR - DCA

2 stops9h 06mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/15

$269

Last-minute flights from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica
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Wed 9/248:52 pmBWI - SJO

2 stops16h 22mSpirit Airlines

Wed 10/112:19 pmSJO - BWI

1 stop9h 06mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$193

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1 stop6h 24mSpirit Airlines

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1 stop9h 06mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$204

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Wed 10/812:35 pmSJO - BWI

1 stop8h 57mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$192

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Fri 10/312:19 pmSJO - BWI

1 stop9h 06mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 9/15

$195

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Sat 10/412:19 pmSJO - BWI

1 stop9h 06mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 9/15

$202

Mon 9/297:49 pmBWI - SJO

1 stop17h 25mSpirit Airlines

Thu 10/212:19 pmSJO - BWI

1 stop7h 01mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 9/15

$203

Tue 9/307:49 pmBWI - SJO

1 stop17h 25mSpirit Airlines

Fri 10/312:19 pmSJO - BWI

1 stop9h 06mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 9/16

$186

Tue 9/306:50 amBWI - SJO

1 stop6h 24mSpirit Airlines

Wed 10/812:35 pmSJO - BWI

1 stop8h 57mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 9/15

$197

Tue 9/307:49 pmBWI - SJO

1 stop17h 25mSpirit Airlines

Tue 10/712:35 pmSJO - BWI

1 stop8h 57mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$200

Tue 9/306:50 amBWI - SJO

1 stop6h 24mSpirit Airlines

Sat 10/412:19 pmSJO - BWI

1 stop9h 06mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 9/15

$207

Tue 9/306:50 amBWI - SJO

1 stop6h 24mSpirit Airlines

Thu 10/212:19 pmSJO - BWI

1 stop7h 01mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 9/15

$208

Wed 10/16:50 amBWI - SJO

1 stop6h 24mSpirit Airlines

Thu 10/212:19 pmSJO - BWI

1 stop7h 01mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$201

One-way flights from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica
Search for one-way flight options from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 16, 2025.

Tue 10/146:56 amBWI - SJO

1 stop6h 34mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$74

Sun 9/286:50 amBWI - SJO

1 stop6h 24mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 9/16

$75

Sat 10/118:17 pmBWI - SJO

1 stop17h 13mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 9/16

$78

Tue 9/306:50 amBWI - SJO

1 stop6h 24mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 9/15

$79

Sat 10/189:00 pmBWI - SJO

2 stops16h 30mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 9/13

$84

Sat 10/46:50 amBWI - SJO

1 stop6h 24mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 9/16

$90

Sat 11/11:47 amIAD - SJO

1 stop6h 57mVolaris El Salvador

Deal found 9/15

$99

Tue 11/48:00 amBWI - SJO

1 stop8h 16mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/15

$100

Mon 10/206:15 amBWI - SJO

1 stop7h 45mSouthwest

Deal found 9/14

$102

Mon 11/310:10 pmIAD - SJO

1 stop14h 15mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/15

$102

Mon 10/136:56 amBWI - SJO

1 stop6h 34mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$103

Thu 1/111:55 pmIAD - SJO

Nonstop4h 55mAvianca

Deal found 9/15

$105

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica that are best for you.

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BWI - SJO

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Sun 10/26

6:45 am-12:05 pm

1 stop7h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 10/30

12:55 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$236

BaltimoreSan José

BWI - SJO

BWISJO

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 9/30

11:35 am-6:55 pm

2 stops9h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 10/3

12:55 pm-11:40 pm

2 stops8h 45m

$236

BaltimoreSan José

BWI - SJO

BWISJO

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 10/23

6:35 am-12:35 pm

1 stop8h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 10/27

12:55 pm-11:40 pm

2 stops8h 45m

$236

BaltimoreSan José

BWI - SJO

BWISJO

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 2/7

5:18 pm-12:56 pm

1 stop20h 38m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/11

8:45 am-10:25 pm

1 stop12h 40m

$242

Washington, D.C.San José

IAD - SJO

IADSJO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 10/16

2:25 am-4:52 pm

2 stops16h 27m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 10/21

6:10 pm-4:20 am

1 stop8h 10m

$261

Washington, D.C.San José

IAD - SJO

IADSJO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 10/2

4:41 pm-4:52 pm

3 stops26h 11m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 10/7

10:58 am-4:20 am

1 stop15h 22m

$261

Washington, D.C.San José

IAD - SJO

IADSJO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 11/13

3:24 pm-4:50 pm

3 stops26h 26m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 11/17

5:50 pm-3:22 am

1 stop8h 32m

$261

BaltimoreLiberia

BWI - LIR

BWILIR

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 9/29

5:35 am-12:00 pm

1 stop8h 25m

Liberia

Thu 10/2

1:25 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop7h 04m

$265

BaltimoreLiberia

BWI - LIR

BWILIR

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 12/13

6:02 am-2:19 pm

1 stop9h 17m

Liberia

Thu 12/18

1:21 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop9h 18m

$265

BaltimoreLiberia

BWI - LIR

BWILIR

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 9/30

5:35 am-12:00 pm

1 stop8h 25m

Liberia

Fri 10/3

1:25 pm-12:28 am

1 stop9h 03m

$265

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica in March is currently the most expensive (average of $554). 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 CR?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 45% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings 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 Costa Rica

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Copa Airlines, and United Airlines from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,242 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,242 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,242 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Copa Airlines

7.6

Good

1,531 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,242 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,924 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,242 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

American Airlines

7.2

Good

10,000 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,242 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Avianca

6.7

Okay

2,435 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,242 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica?
A quick flight from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica can take about 7h 20m. Southwest provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $236. Washington, D.C. and Costa Rica are separated by a distance of 2068 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 Costa Rica one-way?
For one-way options, check prices for United Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $102. Users have also found prices from $102 and $115 on Southwest and Copa Airlines, respectively.
What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica?
The most popular route from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica is Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl. You may also consider Baltimore/Washington - San José Juan Santamaria Intl or Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - San José Juan Santamaria Intl.
What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica?
Looking for the cheapest flight from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica? While on average our users pay $304, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $124. The most popular route (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl), is priced around $236.
Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica?
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 Costa Rica.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica 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 Costa Rica?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica in March is currently the most expensive (average of $554). 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 9 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Costa Rica

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Delta	Cheapest$174	Average$465	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
Volaris El Salvador	Cheapest$202	Average$291	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
United Airlines	Cheapest$215	Average$523	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
Avianca	Cheapest$225	Average$396	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
American Airlines	Cheapest$237	Average$530	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
Copa Airlines	Cheapest$256	Average$384	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%
Southwest	Cheapest$262	Average$639	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%
Spirit Airlines	Cheapest$267	Average$438	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time65%
JetBlue	Cheapest$360	Average$505	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%

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