San José

$86+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to San José (SJO)

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WAS — SJO
ene. 14 — ene. 211
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This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
sáb. 12/136:06 pmBWI - SJO
2 stops19h 07mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 12/203:29 pmSJO - BWI
1 stop16h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/13$240
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
sáb. 12/135:08 pmIAD - SJO
2 stops21h 54mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 12/201:50 pmSJO - IAD
2 stops17h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/13$242
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
dom. 12/289:49 amDCA - SJO
1 stop7h 37mJetBlue
dom. 1/49:38 amSJO - DCA
1 stop10h 33mJetBlue
Deal found 12/13$258
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.
lun. 12/155:08 pmIAD - SJO
2 stops20h 05mAmerican Airlines
dom. 12/2111:32 amSJO - IAD
2 stops20h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/15$284
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
dom. 12/143:32 pmIAD - SJO
1 stop16h 38mCopa Airlines
mié. 12/176:07 pmSJO - IAD
1 stop8h 15mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/13$298
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/1510:20 amDCA - SJO
1 stop13h 00mDelta
dom. 12/217:00 amSJO - DCA
1 stop14h 56mDelta
Deal found 12/14$306
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/153:38 pmIAD - SJO
1 stop7h 42mDelta
lun. 12/227:00 amSJO - IAD
1 stop10h 01mDelta
Deal found 12/14$306
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
dom. 12/147:59 pmDCA - SJO
1 stop18h 16mUnited Airlines
dom. 12/216:30 amSJO - DCA
1 stop13h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/13$319
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
dom. 12/141:13 amIAD - SJO
1 stop6h 57mCopa Airlines
dom. 12/2111:00 amSJO - IAD
1 stop13h 02mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/13$324
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
lun. 12/155:00 amDCA - SJO
1 stop9h 56mAmerican Airlines
lun. 12/221:50 pmSJO - DCA
1 stop8h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/14$336
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
dom. 12/146:39 pmIAD - SJO
1 stop14h 53mUnited Airlines
dom. 12/212:30 pmSJO - IAD
Nonstop4h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/13$336
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/151:52 pmBWI - SJO
1 stop9h 28mDelta
lun. 12/227:00 amSJO - BWI
1 stop14h 44mDelta
Deal found 12/14$340

Find flight deals from Washington, D.C. to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to San José (SJO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated diciembre 15, 2025.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$233
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$86
(CheapOair)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$618

Good round-trip deal

$266 or less

Good one-way deal

$109 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Washington, D.C. (WAS)-San José Juan Santamaria Intl flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Washington, D.C. (WAS)-San José Juan Santamaria Intl flights.
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. 13% potential increase in price ($60 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($22 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to San José Juan Santamaria Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to San José Juan Santamaria Intl.

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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 diciembre 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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Price

BaltimoreSan José

BWI - SJO

BWISJO

Baltimore/Washington

lun. 1/19

8:00 am-6:16 pm

1 stop11h 16m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 1/26

6:30 am-10:25 pm

1 stop14h 55m

$236

BaltimoreSan José

BWI - SJO

BWISJO

Baltimore/Washington

jue. 1/22

10:05 am-8:39 pm

2 stops11h 34m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 1/28

6:30 am-4:06 pm

1 stop8h 36m

$240

BaltimoreSan José

BWI - SJO

BWISJO

Baltimore/Washington

jue. 1/22

8:07 am-6:16 pm

1 stop11h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

sáb. 1/24

6:30 am-4:06 pm

1 stop8h 36m

$258

BaltimoreSan José

BWI - SJO

BWISJO

Baltimore/Washington

dom. 3/1

3:45 pm-8:20 am

1 stop17h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 3/18

4:09 am-3:11 pm

1 stop9h 02m

$282

BaltimoreSan José

BWI - SJO

BWISJO

Baltimore/Washington

lun. 2/23

3:45 pm-7:06 am

1 stop16h 21m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 3/11

4:09 am-3:11 pm

1 stop9h 02m

$282

Washington, D.C.San José

IAD - SJO

IADSJO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mié. 4/15

4:36 pm-7:11 am

1 stop16h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

dom. 5/3

10:05 am-4:21 am

1 stop16h 16m

$282

Washington, D.C.San José

DCA - SJO

DCASJO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

lun. 5/4

7:59 am-1:20 pm

1 stop7h 21m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 5/5

9:00 am-6:59 pm

1 stop7h 59m

$292

BaltimoreSan José

BWI - SJO

BWISJO

Baltimore/Washington

mié. 1/28

5:18 pm-12:56 pm

1 stop20h 38m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

sáb. 1/31

6:30 am-4:06 pm

1 stop8h 36m

$307

Washington, D.C.San José

IAD - SJO

IADSJO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

dom. 3/8

2:18 am-4:46 pm

2 stops16h 28m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 3/17

6:08 pm-4:15 am

1 stop8h 07m

$329

Washington, D.C.San José

IAD - SJO

IADSJO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

jue. 2/26

3:35 pm-7:06 am

1 stop16h 31m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 3/2

9:17 am-3:15 am

3 stops16h 58m

$329

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Washington, D.C. to San José in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-San José flights, users find the pricing of CheapOair to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C.-San José flight deals on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C.-San José flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-San José flights, Cheapflights users trust CheapOair the most. CheapOair has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Washington, D.C.-San José flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to San José

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

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 December 12, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Washington, D.C. to San José may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 36 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to San José (average of $152). Flying from Washington, D.C. to San José in January is currently the most expensive (average of $242). 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 diciembre 15, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Washington, D.C. to San José in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 45% 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?

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 flight should consider departing on Sunday 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.

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

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

Panama City (PTY) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 57% of 1-stop itineraries from Washington, D.C. to San José on Cheapflights.

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

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

Houston (IAH) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $219.

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

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Washington, D.C. to San José, 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?

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

Flights via Houston (IAH) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 28m.

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 diciembre 15, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Washington, D.C. to San José, such as Southwest, Copa Airlines, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

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 1 inbound flight 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?

    United Airlines, Copa Airlines, and JetBlue can get you from Washington, D.C. to San José in just under 7h 21m. Your travel time can differ by up to 10h 14m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2041 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 round-trip?

    Avianca, at $132, was found to be the cheapest airline from Washington, D.C. to San José.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Volaris El Salvador and Delta. Avianca is priced at 65% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $100 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $100 and United Airlines from $101 one-way.

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

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

    On average you can expect to pay $322 for a flight from Washington, D.C. to San José. The cheapest flight overall is $107 while the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl) is currently priced at $219.

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

  • 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. Travelers on a layover in Panama City can visit Panama Old Cathedral, Amador Causeway, and Panama Canal, by traveling 13.2 mi, 14.7 mi, and 15.1 mi, respectively after landing at Panama City Tocumen Intl. Those on a layover in Panama City in need of a rental car can book one at Panama City Tocumen Intl for about $12.

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to San José (average of $152). Flying from Washington, D.C. to San José in January is currently the most expensive (average of $242). 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 diciembre 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$168Average$466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$200Average$291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$225Average$382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$235Average$506FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$235Average$496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$245Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$245Average$400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$256Average$571FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
JetBlueCheapest$360Average$518FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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