District of Columbia

$132+ Cheap flights from Central America to District of Columbia

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SJO — IAD
nov. 29 — dic. 61
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Central America to District of Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on octubre 30, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 11/76:20 amSAL - IAD
Nonstop4h 07mVolaris El Salvador
sáb. 11/151:25 amIAD - SAL
Nonstop4h 37mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 10/28$198
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 12/185:46 pmSAL - IAD
Nonstop4h 13mMultiple Airlines
mié. 1/71:07 pmIAD - SAL
Nonstop4h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$199
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
lun. 12/156:38 pmSAL - IAD
Nonstop4h 07mMultiple Airlines
mié. 12/3112:38 pmIAD - SAL
Nonstop4h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$200
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
sáb. 12/205:46 pmSAL - IAD
Nonstop4h 13mMultiple Airlines
vie. 3/61:25 amIAD - SAL
Nonstop4h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$202
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 12/205:46 pmSAL - IAD
Nonstop4h 13mFrontier
dom. 1/412:51 pmIAD - SAL
Nonstop4h 53mFrontier
Deal found 10/28$203
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 11/66:20 amSAL - IAD
Nonstop4h 07mVolaris El Salvador
mar. 11/111:07 pmIAD - SAL
Nonstop4h 37mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 10/29$205
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 11/66:20 amSAL - IAD
Nonstop4h 07mVolaris El Salvador
lun. 11/171:07 pmIAD - SAL
Nonstop4h 37mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 10/28$207
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 11/76:20 amSAL - IAD
Nonstop4h 07mVolaris El Salvador
dom. 11/91:07 pmIAD - SAL
Nonstop4h 37mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 10/29$208
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
mié. 12/245:46 pmSAL - IAD
Nonstop4h 13mFrontier
jue. 1/112:38 pmIAD - SAL
Nonstop4h 53mFrontier
Deal found 10/27$212
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 12/1912:35 amSAL - IAD
Nonstop4h 07mVolaris El Salvador
sáb. 1/241:07 pmIAD - SAL
Nonstop4h 37mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 10/29$213
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/176:38 pmSAL - IAD
Nonstop4h 07mVolaris El Salvador
mar. 1/61:25 amIAD - SAL
Nonstop4h 37mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 10/30$214
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vie. 10/314:30 pmSJO - IAD
1 stop8h 10mAvianca
mié. 11/54:15 pmIAD - SJO
1 stop8h 25mAvianca
Deal found 10/29$215

Cheap flight deals from Central America to District of Columbia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Central America to District of Columbia flight deals. Data was last updated octubre 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

OneTravel
3 stars

Most trusted provider

OneTravel
3 stars

Round-trip from

$198
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$132
(United Airlines)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$285

Good round-trip deal

$245 or less

Good one-way deal

$158 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Salvador El Salvador Intl-Washington, D.C. (WAS) flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for San Salvador El Salvador Intl-Washington, D.C. (WAS) flights.
From Central America to District of Columbia
One-way flight from Central America to District of Columbia
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($24 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Central America to District of Columbia.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Central America to District of Columbia.

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Central America to District of Columbia that are best for you.

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Central America

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District of Columbia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - IAD

SJOIAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 3/12

5:30 am-9:05 pm

1 stop13h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mié. 3/25

6:00 am-12:15 pm

1 stop8h 15m

$217

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - IAD

SJOIAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

dom. 11/9

9:40 am-12:56 am

1 stop14h 16m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

vie. 11/14

6:03 pm-8:32 am

1 stop15h 29m

$217

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - IAD

SJOIAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 11/11

2:20 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop8h 24m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mar. 11/18

6:00 am-12:42 pm

1 stop7h 42m

$217

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - DCA

SJODCA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 1/26

2:05 pm-11:58 am

1 stop20h 53m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

dom. 2/1

8:15 am-8:39 pm

1 stop13h 24m

$217

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - DCA

SJODCA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 3/18

1:05 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 54m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

lun. 3/23

11:00 am-6:53 pm

1 stop9h 53m

$217

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - DCA

SJODCA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 3/18

1:05 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 54m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

mié. 3/25

6:00 am-11:42 am

1 stop7h 42m

$217

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - DCA

SJODCA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 2/11

6:30 am-3:57 pm

1 stop8h 27m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

mar. 2/17

12:47 pm-8:32 am

2 stops20h 45m

$226

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - DCA

SJODCA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 2/10

6:30 am-3:57 pm

1 stop8h 27m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

mar. 2/24

11:05 am-7:53 pm

1 stop9h 48m

$226

Guatemala CityWashington, D.C.

GUA - DCA

GUADCA

Guatemala City La Aurora

mié. 2/4

2:10 am-8:56 pm

1 stop17h 46m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

jue. 3/5

11:00 am-7:39 pm

1 stop9h 39m

$243

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - DCA

SJODCA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 3/3

10:00 am-6:59 pm

1 stop7h 59m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

mié. 3/4

6:05 am-1:53 pm

1 stop8h 48m

$259

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Best time to book a flight from Central America to District of Columbia

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Central America to District of Columbia

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Central America to District of Columbia?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Central America to District of Columbia (average of $74). Flying from Central America to District of Columbia in November is currently the most expensive (average of $148). 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 CA to DC?

Find hourly flight availability from Central America to District of Columbia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated octubre 30, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Central America to District of Columbia is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 10% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Central America to District of Columbia?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Central America to District of Columbia flight should consider departing on Tuesday 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 District of Columbia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to District of Columbia. 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 District of Columbia. Reviews last updated octubre 30, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Copa Airlines, Volaris El Salvador, and United Airlines from Central America to District of Columbia. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.9

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

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

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.9

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

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

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.9

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

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

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.9

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

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

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.9

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

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

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.9

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Central America to District of Columbia. 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 Central America to District of Columbia?

    For as low as $277, United Airlines can have you in District of Columbia from Central America in 8h 15m. There are 1902 mi between Central America and District of Columbia. 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 Central America to District of Columbia one-way?

    $132 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 American Airlines and Delta, with prices starting from $142 and $164, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Central America to District of Columbia that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Central America to District of Columbia?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Central America to District of Columbia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Central America to District of Columbia 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 Central America to District of Columbia?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Central America to District of Columbia (average of $74). Flying from Central America to District of Columbia in November is currently the most expensive (average of $148). 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 Central America to District of Columbia

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Central America to District of Columbia. 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 octubre 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VolarisCheapest$116Average$256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$141Average$275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$144Average$449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$154Average$443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
AviancaCheapest$190Average$455FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$210Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$225Average$460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$234Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$246Average$464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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