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$118+ Cheap flights from Costa Rica to District of Columbia

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 4/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — IAD
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Costa Rica to District of Columbia

Cheapest flights from Costa Rica to District of Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Costa Rica to District of Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

This Avianca 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/165:10 pmSJO - IAD
Nonstop4h 25mAvianca
Tue 1/1311:55 pmIAD - SJO
Nonstop4h 55mAvianca
Deal found 12/15$191
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/165:10 pmSJO - IAD
Nonstop4h 25mAvianca
Wed 1/141:30 amIAD - SJO
2 stops10h 55mAvianca
Deal found 12/16$202
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/238:45 amSJO - IAD
1 stop11h 19mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/210:15 pmIAD - SJO
1 stop23h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$217
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Thu 12/252:05 pmSJO - DCA
1 stop18h 54mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/18:15 amDCA - SJO
1 stop15h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$217
This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/155:10 pmSJO - IAD
Nonstop4h 25mAvianca
Fri 1/94:15 pmIAD - SJO
1 stop8h 25mAvianca
Deal found 12/15$220
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/252:05 pmSJO - IAD
1 stop9h 10mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/310:15 pmIAD - SJO
1 stop16h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$226
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/208:45 amSJO - DCA
1 stop11h 01mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/46:00 amDCA - SJO
1 stop8h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$226
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/172:56 pmSJO - IAD
2 stops21h 39mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/75:26 pmIAD - SJO
2 stops20h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$230
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/151:15 pmSJO - IAD
2 stops20h 05mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/95:46 pmIAD - SJO
2 stops21h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/15$234
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Tue 12/2311:32 amSJO - IAD
2 stops20h 10mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/75:26 pmIAD - SJO
2 stops20h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$235
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/241:31 pmSJO - IAD
1 stop22h 56mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/314:29 pmIAD - SJO
2 stops19h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$236
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/201:50 pmSJO - DCA
1 stop9h 55mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/47:00 amDCA - SJO
1 stop14h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/15$237

Find flight deals from Costa Rica to District of Columbia

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Round-trip from

$191
(Avianca)

One-way from

$118
(Super.com)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$294

Good round-trip deal

$216 or less

Good one-way deal

$126 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Costa Rica to District of Columbia 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 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Costa Rica to District of Columbia that are best for you.

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Costa Rica

Fly to

District of Columbia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - IAD

SJOIAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 12/25

2:05 pm-12:15 am

1 stop9h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 1/1

8:30 am-10:32 pm

1 stop15h 02m

$217

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - IAD

SJOIAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 12/25

2:05 pm-12:15 am

1 stop9h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/31

6:20 am-10:00 pm

1 stop16h 40m

$217

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - IAD

SJOIAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 12/23

2:20 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop8h 29m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 1/5

6:08 am-8:39 pm

1 stop15h 31m

$217

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - IAD

SJOIAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 12/25

6:30 am-11:49 pm

1 stop16h 19m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 1/8

10:20 pm-8:32 am

1 stop35h 12m

$217

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - DCA

SJODCA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 12/25

6:30 am-10:06 pm

1 stop14h 36m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 12/31

8:15 am-6:16 pm

1 stop11h 01m

$217

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - DCA

SJODCA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 1/30

6:30 am-3:57 pm

1 stop8h 27m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 2/15

7:59 pm-8:39 pm

1 stop25h 40m

$217

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - DCA

SJODCA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/5

9:40 am-11:29 am

2 stops24h 49m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 2/9

6:00 am-6:16 pm

1 stop13h 16m

$217

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - DCA

SJODCA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 1/30

6:30 am-8:56 pm

1 stop13h 26m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 2/18

11:00 am-6:16 pm

1 stop8h 16m

$217

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - DCA

SJODCA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 12/20

8:45 am-8:46 pm

1 stop11h 01m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 1/5

2:45 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop23h 30m

$217

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - DCA

SJODCA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 1/29

9:40 am-11:29 am

2 stops24h 49m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 2/2

7:00 am-8:32 am

1 stop26h 32m

$217

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Best time to book a flight from Costa Rica to District of Columbia

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to District of Columbia from Costa Rica with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Costa Rica to District of Columbia

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Costa Rica to District of Columbia?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to District of Columbia (average of $142). Flying from Costa Rica to District of Columbia in September is currently the most expensive (average of $220). 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 CR to DC?

Find hourly flight availability from Costa Rica 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 December 18, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Costa Rica to District of Columbia in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 32% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Costa Rica to District of Columbia?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Costa Rica to District of Columbia flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday 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 December 18, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, Copa Airlines, and United Airlines from Costa Rica to District of Columbia have to say. 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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,009 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,009 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,009 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,556 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,009 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,093 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,009 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,054 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,009 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Avianca
6.6
Okay
2,490 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,009 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Costa Rica 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 Costa Rica to District of Columbia?

    United Airlines and American Airlines can get you from Costa Rica to District of Columbia in just under 9h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to 11h 02m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2042 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Costa Rica to District of Columbia one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $117 on Volaris El Salvador. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $127 and Avianca from $132 one-way.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Costa Rica 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 Costa Rica to District of Columbia.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Costa Rica to District of Columbia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Costa Rica 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 Costa Rica to District of Columbia?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to District of Columbia (average of $142). Flying from Costa Rica to District of Columbia in September is currently the most expensive (average of $220). 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 7 airlines flying from Costa Rica to District of Columbia

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Costa Rica 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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$171Average$322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$211Average$343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
AviancaCheapest$213Average$349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$216Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$225Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$234Average$292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$246Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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