What is the cheapest airline that flies from District of Columbia to San José Juan Santamaria Intl?

Southwest, American Airlines, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from District of Columbia to San José Juan Santamaria Intl

What airlines fly to San José?

Avianca, Copa Airlines and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to San José from District of Columbia according to our data. Avianca is the first choice among our users, with 41% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to San José. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to San José on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from District of Columbia to San José on average per week?

1 flights are operational weekly from District of Columbia to San José as of July 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Fri, with 100% of flights per week taking off on this day.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from District of Columbia to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

Prices for flights from District of Columbia to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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As of July 2026, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from District of Columbia to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from District of Columbia to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from District of Columbia to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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4:10 am - 11:30 am

IAD

SJO

9h 20m

1 stop

3:10 pm - 2:45 am

SJO

IAD

9h 35m

1 stop

$370Avianca

Mon, Aug 31 - Sun, Sep 6

5:35 pm - 11:40 pm

IAD

SJO

8h 05m

1 stop

5:05 am - 3:55 pm

SJO

IAD

8h 50m

1 stop

$371Avianca

Mon, Aug 10 - Wed, Aug 19

2:25 am - 8:19 am

IAD

SJO

7h 54m

1 stop

6:17 pm - 4:20 am

SJO

IAD

8h 03m

1 stop

$372Copa Airlines

Thu, Sep 17 - Thu, Sep 24

6:38 pm - 12:26 pm

IAD

SJO

19h 48m

2 stops

1:29 pm - 2:02 pm

SJO

IAD

22h 33m

2 stops

$373American Airlines

Thu, Aug 20 - Mon, Aug 31

6:00 am - 11:38 am

DCA

SJO

7h 38m

1 stop

1:25 pm - 11:59 pm

SJO

DCA

8h 34m

1 stop

$374United Airlines

Wed, Sep 9 - Thu, Sep 10

1:30 am - 8:35 am

IAD

SJO

9h 05m

1 stop

7:50 pm - 3:10 am

SJO

IAD

6h 20m

1 stop

$374Avianca

Sat, Oct 31 - Wed, Nov 4

7:13 pm - 2:00 pm

IAD

SJO

20h 47m

1 stop

6:00 am - 8:44 am

SJO

IAD

24h 44m

2 stops

$376American Airlines

Mon, Oct 5 - Sun, Oct 11

6:00 am - 1:22 pm

DCA

SJO

8h 22m

1 stop

11:28 pm - 10:29 am

SJO

DCA

10h 01m

1 stop

$376United Airlines

Sun, Nov 15 - Wed, Nov 18

6:05 am - 1:05 pm

DCA

SJO

8h 00m

1 stop

1:20 pm - 10:40 pm

SJO

DCA

8h 20m

1 stop

$387Southwest

Sat, Nov 14 - Fri, Nov 20

6:05 am - 1:05 pm

DCA

SJO

8h 00m

1 stop

1:20 pm - 8:20 am

SJO

DCA

18h 00m

2 stops

$392Southwest

Sat, Nov 14 - Fri, Nov 20

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Sep 9

DCA6:00 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

7h 38m

1 stop

SJO11:38 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sep 10

SJO1:25 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

8h 34m

1 stop

DCA11:59 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$374

United Airlines

Nov 7

IAD8:59 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

5h 01m

SJO1:00 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Nov 11

SJO8:45 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

14h 47m

1 stop

IAD12:32 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$382

United Airlines

Sep 5

DCA12:57 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

8h 40m

1 stop

SJO7:37 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sep 7

SJO7:55 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

14h 04m

1 stop

DCA11:59 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$388

Avianca flights from District of Columbia to San José

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Avianca

Aug 31

IAD4:10 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

9h 20m

1 stop

SJO11:30 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sep 6

SJO3:10 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

9h 35m

1 stop

IAD2:45 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$370

Avianca

Aug 10

IAD5:35 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

8h 05m

1 stop

SJO11:40 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Aug 19

SJO5:05 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

8h 50m

1 stop

IAD3:55 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$371

Avianca

Aug 5

IAD3:40 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

6h 50m

1 stop

SJO8:30 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Aug 11

SJO3:10 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

9h 35m

1 stop

IAD2:45 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$372

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6:00 am-11:38 am

1 stop7h 38m

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1:25 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 34m

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Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 10/31

1:30 am-8:35 am

1 stop9h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/4

7:50 pm-3:10 am

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IAD - SJO

IADSJO

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7:13 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop20h 47m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 10/11

6:00 am-8:44 am

2 stops24h 44m

$376

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DCA - SJO

DCASJO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 11/15

6:00 am-1:22 pm

1 stop8h 22m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/18

11:28 pm-10:29 am

1 stop10h 01m

$376

Washington, D.C.San José

DCA - SJO

DCASJO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 11/14

6:05 am-1:05 pm

1 stop8h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 11/20

1:20 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop8h 20m

$387

Washington, D.C.San José

DCA - SJO

DCASJO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 11/14

6:05 am-1:05 pm

1 stop8h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 11/20

1:20 pm-8:20 am

2 stops18h 00m

$392

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San José?

In general, October is the cheapest month to fly from District of Columbia to San José. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $288. If you don’t want to visit San José in October, then you should wait until September to fly from District of Columbia, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $336.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San José?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to San José from District of Columbia is on a Thursday. momondo users have found tickets for Thursday departures for as low as $339. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from District of Columbia to San José on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around $681. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San José?

Our data shows that the cheapest District of Columbia to San José flights are usually those with departure times in the evening. Our users have found flights to San José in the evening for as low as $391. Flights in the morning are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $750.

What is the cheapest District of Columbia to San José Juan Santamaria Intl flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from District of Columbia to San José?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San José from District of Columbia when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San José for around $386 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San José from District of Columbia for as low as $352 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on District of Columbia to San José flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on District of Columbia to San José flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Best Price Found	$426
Fastest flight time	4h 58m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in San José	1 airport

The best flight deal from District of Columbia to San José found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $426

The fastest flight from District of Columbia to San José takes 4h 58m

Direct flights go from District of Columbia to San José every day.

There is 1 airport in San José. From District of Columbia there are direct flights to San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from District of Columbia to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from District of Columbia to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from District of Columbia to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?
As of July 2026, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from District of Columbia to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from District of Columbia to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from District of Columbia to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from District of Columbia to San José?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from District of Columbia to San José is Boeing 737 MAX 8, representing 41.94% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A320neo at 22.58%, Airbus A321-100/200 at 8.06%, and Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) at 6.45%.

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Delta	PriceFrom $137	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,481 reviews	Search Delta flights
Avianca	PriceFrom $225	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.5 2,520 reviews	Search Avianca flights
Copa Airlines	PriceFrom $228	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,562 reviews	Search Copa Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $235	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,025 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $240	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,838 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $262	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,236 reviews	Search Southwest flights
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