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$138+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to District of Columbia

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SJO — IAD
Jul 14 — Jul 211
Mon 7/14
Mon 7/21
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Cheap flight deals from San José to District of Columbia

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Round-trip from

$222
(Avianca)

One-way from

$138
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$329

Good round-trip deal

$248 or less

Good one-way deal

$195 or less
From San José Juan Santamaria Intl to District of Columbia
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to District of Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 9, 2025.

This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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.
Wed 10/14:45 pmSJO - IAD
1 stop8h 00mAvianca
Tue 10/74:05 amIAD - SJO
1 stop6h 35mAvianca
Deal found 7/8$222
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/265:00 pmSJO - IAD
1 stop17h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/292:37 amIAD - SJO
1 stop13h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/7$235
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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 7/197:55 amSJO - IAD
1 stop13h 46mUnited Airlines
Fri 7/2510:32 pmIAD - SJO
1 stop26h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/7$238
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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 7/245:30 amSJO - DCA
1 stop11h 15mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/295:59 pmDCA - SJO
1 stop15h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/7$238
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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 9/277:27 amSJO - DCA
1 stop9h 30mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/115:00 amDCA - SJO
1 stop10h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/7$252
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/72:15 pmSJO - IAD
1 stop17h 38mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/117:44 amIAD - SJO
1 stop7h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/9$253
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/235:52 pmSJO - IAD
1 stop8h 30mCopa Airlines
Sun 10/262:25 amIAD - SJO
1 stop9h 33mCopa Airlines
Deal found 7/7$258
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/84:17 pmSJO - IAD
1 stop6h 37mVolaris El Salvador
Sun 9/142:25 pmIAD - SJO
1 stop18h 19mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 7/9$264
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/121:40 pmSJO - DCA
1 stop7h 15mSouthwest
Wed 10/226:55 amDCA - SJO
1 stop7h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 7/7$306
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/42:01 pmSJO - DCA
1 stop7h 28mJetBlue
Tue 12/97:00 amDCA - SJO
1 stop6h 56mJetBlue
Deal found 7/8$326

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

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San José

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District of Columbia

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Depart

Return

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San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - IAD

SJOIAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 10/1

4:45 pm-2:45 am

1 stop8h 00m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 10/7

4:05 am-8:40 am

1 stop6h 35m

$222

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - IAD

SJOIAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 7/26

5:00 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop17h 40m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 7/29

2:37 am-1:57 pm

1 stop13h 20m

$235

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - IAD

SJOIAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 7/19

7:55 am-11:41 pm

1 stop13h 46m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 7/25

10:32 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop26h 07m

$238

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - DCA

SJODCA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 7/24

5:30 am-6:45 pm

1 stop11h 15m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 7/29

5:59 pm-7:15 am

1 stop15h 16m

$238

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - DCA

SJODCA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 9/27

7:27 am-6:57 pm

1 stop9h 30m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 10/11

5:00 am-1:20 pm

1 stop10h 20m

$252

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - IAD

SJOIAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 8/7

2:15 pm-9:53 am

1 stop17h 38m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 8/11

7:44 am-12:55 pm

1 stop7h 11m

$253

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - IAD

SJOIAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 10/23

6:07 pm-4:22 am

1 stop8h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 10/25

2:25 am-8:19 am

1 stop7h 54m

$258

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - IAD

SJOIAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/8

4:17 pm-12:54 am

1 stop6h 37m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 9/14

2:25 pm-6:44 am

1 stop18h 19m

$264

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - DCA

SJODCA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 10/12

1:40 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop7h 15m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 10/22

6:55 am-12:05 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$306

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - DCA

SJODCA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 12/4

2:01 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop7h 28m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 12/9

7:00 am-12:56 pm

1 stop6h 56m

$326

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San José, San José Province to District of Columbia?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to District of Columbia (average of $309). Flying from San José, San José Province to District of Columbia in April is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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 SJO to DC?

Find hourly flight availability from San José 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 July 9, 2025.

When flying from San José, San José Province to District of Columbia, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San José, San José Province to District of Columbia?

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 July 9, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San José to District of Columbia, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Copa Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,253 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,473 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,719 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San José to District of Columbia?

    San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO), located 8.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from San José to District of Columbia.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San José, San José Province to District of Columbia one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San José, San José Province to District of Columbia are Volaris El Salvador ($138), Avianca ($139), and United Airlines ($143).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San José, San José Province to District of Columbia?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $140. While the most popular route (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl) can be booked for $238 on average our data indicates $315 when flying from San José, San José Province to District of Columbia.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San José 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 San José to District of Columbia.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San José to District of Columbia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José 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 San José, San José Province to District of Columbia?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to District of Columbia (average of $309). Flying from San José, San José Province to District of Columbia in April is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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 San José to District of Columbia

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from San José 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 July 9, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$171Average$353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$173Average$266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$220Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$234Average$295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$237Average$443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
AviancaCheapest$244Average$357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$246Average$443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$247Average$380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%

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