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$74+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to San José (SJO)

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WAS — SJO
Oct 15 — Oct 221
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Washington, D.C. to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in September or October, booked 16 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

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Round-trip from

$180
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$74
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$294

Good round-trip deal

$327 or less

Good one-way deal

$162 or less
From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($74 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($23 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to San José Juan Santamaria Intl.
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 15, 2025.

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Fri 10/37:49 pmBWI - SJO
1 stop17h 25mSpirit Airlines
Tue 10/712:35 pmSJO - BWI
1 stop8h 57mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/14$189
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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
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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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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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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
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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
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Sat 10/188:17 pmBWI - SJO
1 stop17h 13mSpirit Airlines
Mon 10/2012:35 pmSJO - BWI
1 stop8h 57mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/14$207
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Mon 9/297:49 pmBWI - SJO
1 stop17h 25mSpirit Airlines
Tue 10/712:35 pmSJO - BWI
1 stop8h 57mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/14$209
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Tue 9/306:50 amBWI - SJO
1 stop6h 24mSpirit Airlines
Tue 10/1412:35 pmSJO - BWI
1 stop8h 57mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/13$214
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Tue 9/307:49 pmBWI - SJO
1 stop17h 25mSpirit Airlines
Fri 10/312:19 pmSJO - BWI
1 stop9h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/14$218
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Thu 9/185:45 amIAD - SJO
1 stop9h 45mAvianca
Tue 9/234:20 pmSJO - IAD
1 stop6h 55mAvianca
Deal found 9/14$259
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Fri 9/265:05 pmIAD - SJO
1 stop8h 30mAvianca
Mon 9/294:20 pmSJO - IAD
1 stop6h 55mAvianca
Deal found 9/14$260

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. to San José 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 September 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to San José that are best for you.

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BaltimoreSan José

BWI - SJO

BWISJO

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 10/18

9:00 pm-11:30 am

2 stops16h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 10/20

12:35 pm-11:32 pm

1 stop8h 57m

$223

BaltimoreSan José

BWI - SJO

BWISJO

Baltimore/Washington

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

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

Thu 10/23

3:47 pm-12:00 pm

2 stops22h 13m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 10/31

2:40 pm-5:42 pm

2 stops25h 02m

$246

Washington, D.C.San José

IAD - SJO

IADSJO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/22

4:34 pm-8:19 am

1 stop17h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 10/10

9:17 am-12:30 am

2 stops13h 13m

$261

BaltimoreSan José

BWI - SJO

BWISJO

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 9/21

4:49 pm-7:27 am

1 stop16h 38m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 9/28

5:57 am-3:08 pm

1 stop7h 11m

$262

Washington, D.C.San José

IAD - SJO

IADSJO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 10/16

4:41 pm-4:52 pm

3 stops26h 11m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 10/20

9:17 am-4:20 am

3 stops17h 03m

$262

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

Mon 10/6

9:17 am-4:20 am

3 stops17h 03m

$262

Washington, D.C.San José

IAD - SJO

IADSJO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 10/30

2:25 am-4:50 pm

2 stops16h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 11/7

10:08 am-3:22 am

1 stop16h 14m

$263

Washington, D.C.San José

IAD - SJO

IADSJO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 10/30

2:25 am-4:50 pm

2 stops16h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 11/9

6:07 pm-3:22 am

1 stop8h 15m

$263

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Best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to San José

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to San José, San José Province?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to San José. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Washington, D.C. to San José, San José Province, you should look to book at least 16 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to San José, San José Province?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Washington, D.C. to San José, San José Province in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to San José. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 15, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Washington, D.C. to San José, San José Province in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 47% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. to San José, San José Province?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to San José. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to San José, San José Province flight should consider departing on Tuesday 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.

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Washington, D.C. to San José, San José Province?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to San José, San José Province chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Panama City (PTY) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 62% of 1-stop itineraries from Washington, D.C. to San José, San José Province on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Washington, D.C. to San José, San José Province?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Washington, D.C. to San José, San José Province, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

San Salvador (SAL) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $305.

What’s the fastest layover option from Washington, D.C. to San José, San José Province?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Washington, D.C. to San José, San José Province, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via San Salvador (SAL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 7h 33m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Washington, D.C. to San José, San José Province?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Washington, D.C. to San José, San José Province, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via San Salvador (SAL) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 31m.

Reviews of airlines servicing San José

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San José. 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 San José. Reviews last updated September 15, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Washington, D.C. to San José, such as Copa Airlines, United Airlines, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Washington, D.C. to San José. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San José from Washington, D.C.?

    For a flight from Washington, D.C. to San José, you will be flying into Juan Santamaria Intl. San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) is just 8.8 mi from the center of the city. Juan Santamaria Intl is the only San José airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. per day. 9 airlines have flights to San José Juan Santamaria Intl from Washington, D.C. on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to San José, San José Province?

    A quick flight from Washington, D.C. to San José, San José Province can take about 7h 20m. Spirit Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $236. Airlines will cover a distance of 2068 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to San José, San José Province round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Washington, D.C. to San José, San José Province is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $174 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Volaris El Salvador and United Airlines, starting at $200 and $215 round-trip. Delta is currently priced 55% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to San José, San José Province one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $74. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and Southwest, as they are both options that can get you from Washington, D.C. to San José, San José Province for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to San José, San José Province?

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to San José, San José Province?

    On average you can expect to pay $316 for a flight from Washington, D.C. to San José, San José Province. The cheapest flight overall is $124 while the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl) is currently priced at $226.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Washington, D.C. to San José, San José Province?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Panama City?

    If you're on a layover in Panama City and looking for things to do, consider visiting Panama Old Cathedral, Amador Causeway, or Panama Canal. Panama Old Cathedral, Amador Causeway, and Panama Canal can be visited by traveling about 13.2 mi, 14.7 mi, and 15.1 mi respectively from Panama City Tocumen Intl. Those landing in Panama City looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $13 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Washington, D.C. to San José, San José Province flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to San José that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Washington, D.C. to San José flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to San José?

    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 San José.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to San José?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. to San José 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 San José, San José Province?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Washington, D.C. to San José, San José Province in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 San José

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. to San José. 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 September 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$174Average$456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$200Average$291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$215Average$525FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
AviancaCheapest$225Average$395FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
American AirlinesCheapest$237Average$520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$256Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
SouthwestCheapest$262Average$589FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$272Average$440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$360Average$505FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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