District of Columbia

$132+ 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 3/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — IAD
Nov 29 — Dec 61
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Cheap flight deals from Costa Rica to District of Columbia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Costa Rica to District of Columbia flight deals. Data was last updated October 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$215
(Avianca)

One-way from

$132
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$252

Good round-trip deal

$445 or less

Good one-way deal

$212 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for San José Juan Santamaria Intl-Washington, D.C. (WAS) flight deals.
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From Costa Rica to District of Columbia
One-way flight from Costa Rica to District of Columbia
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($44 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 Costa Rica to District of Columbia.
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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 October 30, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/314:30 pmSJO - IAD
1 stop8h 10mAvianca
Wed 11/54:15 pmIAD - SJO
1 stop8h 25mAvianca
Deal found 10/29$215
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.
Wed 11/267:50 pmSJO - IAD
1 stop6h 20mAvianca
Thu 12/411:55 pmIAD - SJO
Nonstop4h 55mAvianca
Deal found 10/28$216
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/112:20 pmSJO - IAD
1 stop20h 08mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/2410:10 pmIAD - SJO
1 stop14h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/29$217
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/3111:35 amSJO - DCA
1 stop8h 34mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/57:59 pmDCA - SJO
1 stop16h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/29$217
This Avianca 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/73:05 pmSJO - IAD
1 stop9h 35mAvianca
Mon 11/173:00 amIAD - SJO
1 stop9h 25mAvianca
Deal found 10/28$219
This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/45:10 pmSJO - IAD
Nonstop4h 25mAvianca
Tue 12/911:55 pmIAD - SJO
Nonstop4h 55mAvianca
Deal found 10/28$220
This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/33:05 pmSJO - IAD
1 stop9h 35mAvianca
Sat 12/611:55 pmIAD - SJO
Nonstop4h 55mAvianca
Deal found 10/28$221
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/27:30 amSJO - IAD
1 stop12h 51mUnited Airlines
Fri 11/76:39 pmIAD - SJO
1 stop14h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/28$226
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/38:45 amSJO - DCA
1 stop12h 24mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/96:00 amDCA - SJO
1 stop8h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/28$226
This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/104:15 pmSJO - IAD
1 stop6h 55mAvianca
Mon 11/173:00 amIAD - SJO
1 stop11h 40mAvianca
Deal found 10/27$228
This Avianca 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/244:15 pmSJO - IAD
1 stop6h 55mAvianca
Mon 12/111:55 pmIAD - SJO
Nonstop4h 55mAvianca
Deal found 10/30$229
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/166:00 amSJO - IAD
2 stops16h 08mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/125:26 pmIAD - SJO
2 stops20h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/28$230

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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 October 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Costa Rica to District of Columbia that are best for you.

Fly from

Costa Rica

Fly to

District of Columbia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - IAD

SJOIAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 3/12

5:30 am-9:05 pm

1 stop13h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 3/25

6:00 am-12:15 pm

1 stop8h 15m

$217

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - IAD

SJOIAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 11/9

9:40 am-12:56 am

1 stop14h 16m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 11/14

6:03 pm-8:32 am

1 stop15h 29m

$217

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - IAD

SJOIAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 11/11

2:20 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop8h 24m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 11/18

6:00 am-12:42 pm

1 stop7h 42m

$217

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - DCA

SJODCA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 1/26

2:05 pm-11:58 am

1 stop20h 53m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 2/1

8:15 am-8:39 pm

1 stop13h 24m

$217

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - DCA

SJODCA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/18

1:05 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 54m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 3/23

11:00 am-6:53 pm

1 stop9h 53m

$217

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - DCA

SJODCA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/18

1:05 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 54m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 3/25

6:00 am-11:42 am

1 stop7h 42m

$217

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - DCA

SJODCA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/11

6:30 am-3:57 pm

1 stop8h 27m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 2/17

12:47 pm-8:32 am

2 stops20h 45m

$226

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - DCA

SJODCA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/10

6:30 am-3:57 pm

1 stop8h 27m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 2/24

11:05 am-7:53 pm

1 stop9h 48m

$226

LiberiaWashington, D.C.

LIR - DCA

LIRDCA

Liberia

Thu 3/5

2:20 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop8h 32m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 3/9

7:59 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop18h 11m

$256

LiberiaWashington, D.C.

LIR - IAD

LIRIAD

Liberia

Mon 3/2

8:35 am-10:16 pm

1 stop12h 41m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 3/7

10:30 pm-11:55 am

1 stop14h 25m

$256

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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 $139). Flying from Costa Rica to District of Columbia in January is currently the most expensive (average of $225). 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 October 30, 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 21% 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 Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon 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 October 30, 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.

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Mary,Oct 2025

AMS - PDX

It's specail being able to fly non-stop from Amsterdam all the way home to Portland, Oregon!

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Mary,Oct 2025

AMS - PDX

It's specail being able to fly non-stop from Amsterdam all the way home to Portland, Oregon!

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Mary,Oct 2025

AMS - PDX

It's specail being able to fly non-stop from Amsterdam all the way home to Portland, Oregon!

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Mary,Oct 2025

AMS - PDX

It's specail being able to fly non-stop from Amsterdam all the way home to Portland, Oregon!

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Mary,Oct 2025

AMS - PDX

It's specail being able to fly non-stop from Amsterdam all the way home to Portland, Oregon!

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Mary,Oct 2025

AMS - PDX

It's specail being able to fly non-stop from Amsterdam all the way home to Portland, Oregon!

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Costa Rica to District of Columbia?

    United Airlines, Copa Airlines, and American Airlines can get you from Costa Rica to District of Columbia in just under 13h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to 6h 16m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2042 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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 $139). Flying from Costa Rica to District of Columbia in January is currently the most expensive (average of $225). 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 Costa Rica to District of Columbia

Discover the top 8 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 October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$171Average$330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$194Average$266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$210Average$376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$216Average$423FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
AviancaCheapest$222Average$351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
American AirlinesCheapest$225Average$364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$234Average$310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$246Average$464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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