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

Delta, Copa Airlines, and United Airlines can get you from Washington, D.C. to San José in just under 8h 18m. Your travel time can differ by up to 15h 17m. 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 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 Delta and Copa Airlines. Avianca is priced at 68% 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 $101 on United Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Avianca from $107 and Copa Airlines from $108 one-way.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San José ranges from 0.0 - 11.8 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit San José when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San José, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 64.4 F).

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

The most popular flight routes from Washington, D.C. to San José are Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl, Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - San José Juan Santamaria Intl and Baltimore/Washington - San José Juan Santamaria Intl.

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

On average you can expect to pay $756 for a flight from Washington, D.C. to San José. The cheapest flight overall is $153 while the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl) is currently priced at $355.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Washington, D.C. to San José?

Consider Avianca, Copa Airlines or United Airlines when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from Washington, D.C. to San José.

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

The most popular layover on flights from Washington, D.C. to San José is San Salvador.

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

Washington, D.C. to San José flights that have layovers will least frequently stop in Panama City.

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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. 7 airlines have flights to San José Juan Santamaria Intl from Washington, D.C. on a regular basis.

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.

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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 August 31, 2026.

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Best flights from Washington, D.C. to San José
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Washington, D.C. to San José that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 31, 2026.

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Last-minute flights from Washington, D.C. to San José
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One-way flights from Washington, D.C. to San José
Search for one-way flight options from Washington, D.C. to San José. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 31, 2026.

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BWI Baltimore/Washington - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

BWISJO

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 11/23

8:08 am-10:15 pm

1 stop15h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 12/7

7:00 am-6:58 pm

1 stop10h 58m

$378

Washington, D.C.San José

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

IADSJO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 10/18

9:35 am-7:10 am

1 stop23h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 10/24

4:08 am-4:20 am

1 stop22h 12m

$386

Washington, D.C.San José

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

IADSJO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 12/4

12:35 pm-7:53 pm

1 stop8h 18m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 12/9

8:45 am-6:23 pm

1 stop8h 38m

$435

BaltimoreSan José

BWI Baltimore/Washington - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

BWISJO

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 11/16

8:05 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops17h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/25

3:25 pm-9:45 am

2 stops17h 20m

$436

BaltimoreSan José

BWI Baltimore/Washington - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

BWISJO

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 10/23

10:50 am-7:40 pm

1 stop10h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 10/25

1:35 pm-12:40 am

1 stop9h 05m

$449

BaltimoreSan José

BWI Baltimore/Washington - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

BWISJO

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 2/18

8:40 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops18h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 3/4

2:45 pm-12:35 am

1 stop8h 50m

$453

Washington, D.C.San José

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

IADSJO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 1/16

3:26 pm-7:02 am

1 stop16h 36m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 1/24

10:01 am-3:13 am

1 stop16h 12m

$462

Washington, D.C.San José

DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

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Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 2/24

6:00 am-1:45 pm

1 stop8h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 2/28

1:05 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop9h 20m

$481

Washington, D.C.San José

DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

DCASJO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 10/2

9:00 am-7:40 pm

2 stops12h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 10/5

9:00 am-10:05 pm

1 stop11h 05m

$482

BaltimoreSan José

BWI Baltimore/Washington - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

BWISJO

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 10/22

1:05 pm-7:37 pm

1 stop8h 32m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 10/25

11:35 am-11:38 pm

1 stop10h 03m

$484

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Expedia	Price Accuracy1 star	Trust Score*3 stars
FlightHub	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
Ovago	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
CheapOair	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicket	Price Accuracy-	Trust Score*1 star
Kiwi.com	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to San José (average of $301). Flying from Washington, D.C. to San José in December is currently the most expensive (average of $597). 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?

When flying from Washington, D.C. to San José, 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 Washington, D.C. to San José?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.

Washington, D.C. to San José flights typically cost between $299 and $492 in October.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $309 on Frontier (Oct 9-Oct 17).

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

Panama City (PTY) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 33% 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?

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?

Flights via San Salvador (SAL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 6h 35m.

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

Flights via San Salvador (SAL) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 00m.

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

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 2 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing San José

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

Copa Airlines

7.6

Good

1,550 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2026

BOS - PTY

Airline was delayed 1 hour, that made my layover flight be missed, gave wrong information about gates, they closed the gates in my face, rebooked me, and had business class, and rebooked me not business class

Copa Airlines

7.6

Good

1,550 reviews

Copa Airlines

7.6

Good

1,550 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2026

BOS - PTY

United Airlines

7.4

Good

10,146 reviews

Copa Airlines

7.6

Good

1,550 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2026

BOS - PTY

American Airlines

7.1

Good

12,019 reviews

Copa Airlines

7.6

Good

1,550 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2026

BOS - PTY

JetBlue

7.1

Good

3,034 reviews

Copa Airlines

7.6

Good

1,550 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2026

BOS - PTY

Avianca

6.5

Okay

2,558 reviews

Copa Airlines

7.6

Good

1,550 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2026

BOS - PTY

Related info for your journey

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. 7 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?
Delta, Copa Airlines, and United Airlines can get you from Washington, D.C. to San José in just under 8h 18m. Your travel time can differ by up to 15h 17m. 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 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 Delta and Copa Airlines. Avianca is priced at 68% 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 $101 on United Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Avianca from $107 and Copa Airlines from $108 one-way.
What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to San José?
The most popular flight routes from Washington, D.C. to San José are Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl, Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - San José Juan Santamaria Intl and Baltimore/Washington - San José Juan Santamaria Intl.
What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to San José?
On average you can expect to pay $756 for a flight from Washington, D.C. to San José. The cheapest flight overall is $153 while the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl) is currently priced at $355.
Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Washington, D.C. to San José?
The most popular layover on flights from Washington, D.C. to San José is San Salvador.
Where are the least popular layover locations for Washington, D.C. to San José flights?
Washington, D.C. to San José flights that have layovers will least frequently stop in Panama City.
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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to San José (average of $301). Flying from Washington, D.C. to San José in December is currently the most expensive (average of $597). 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 Washington, D.C. to San José

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Avianca	Cheapest$132	Average$415	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
Delta	Cheapest$136	Average$456	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
Copa Airlines	Cheapest$233	Average$436	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%
American Airlines	Cheapest$235	Average$472	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
United Airlines	Cheapest$235	Average$483	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
Southwest	Cheapest$321	Average$576	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%
JetBlue	Cheapest$369	Average$530	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%

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$138+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to San José (SJO)

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How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to San José?

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Washington, D.C. to San José flights typically cost between $299 and $492 in October.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $309 on Frontier (Oct 9-Oct 17).

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

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Panama City (PTY) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 33% of 1-stop itineraries from Washington, D.C. to San José on Cheapflights.

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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?

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Flights via San Salvador (SAL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 6h 35m.

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

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Flights via San Salvador (SAL) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 00m.

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Washington, D.C. to San José flights typically cost between $299 and $492 in October.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $309 on Frontier (Oct 9-Oct 17).