What airlines fly to San José?

American Airlines, United Airlines and JetBlue are the top three most popular airlines that fly to San José from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 48% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to San José. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to San José on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San José?

Flights connecting via Miami (MIA) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 7h 07m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San José?

Miami (MIA) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 24m.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to San José Juan Santamaria Intl?

Delta, American Airlines, and JetBlue are the most popular carriers operating from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport and San José?

Miami (MIA) was the most common stop: 33% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San José?

Flights via Charlotte (CLT) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $305.

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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6:02 am - 7:24 pm

DCA

SJO

15h 22m

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6:00 am - 12:41 am

SJO

DCA

16h 41m

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$320American Airlines

Mon, Jun 8 - Fri, Jun 12

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11h 40m

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9h 26m

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5:45 pm - 11:25 am

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SJO

19h 40m

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17h 30m

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8:10 pm - 1:09 pm

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18h 59m

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13h 00m

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8:10 pm - 1:09 pm

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16h 41m

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6:00 am - 12:21 pm

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8h 21m

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11h 11m

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SJO

6h 32m

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8h 11m

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8h 33m

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SJO

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2:02 pm - 10:50 am

SJO

DCA

18h 48m

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$352American Airlines

Mon, Jun 29 - Mon, Jul 20

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Jun 8

DCA6:02 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

15h 22m

1 stop

SJO7:24 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Jun 12

SJO6:00 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

16h 41m

1 stop

DCA12:41 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$320

American Airlines

May 12

DCA5:45 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

19h 40m

1 stop

SJO11:25 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

May 23

SJO1:59 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

17h 30m

1 stop

DCA9:29 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$327

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Jun 3

DCA8:10 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

18h 59m

1 stop

SJO1:09 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Jun 11

SJO6:00 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

13h 00m

1 stop

DCA9:00 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$329

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Apr 18

DCA6:59 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

8h 07m

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SJO1:06 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

May 12

SJO1:20 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

8h 24m

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DCA11:44 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$357

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May 9

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

9h 15m

1 stop

SJO1:15 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

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SJO1:20 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

8h 24m

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DCA11:44 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

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Apr 25

DCA6:59 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

6h 57m

1 stop

SJO11:56 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

May 5

SJO1:21 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

8h 20m

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DCA11:41 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport and San José?

What is the cheapest month to fly to San José?

In general, November is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San José. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $293. If you don’t want to visit San José in November, then you should wait until October to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $373.

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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport is on a Tuesday. momondo users have found tickets for Tuesday departures for as low as $347. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San José on a Saturday will generally be more expensive and average around $603. 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport 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 $383. Flights in the morning are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $727.

How far in advance should I book a flight to San José?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San José from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San José for around $460 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San José from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport for as low as $368 on momondo.

How have Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San José flight prices changed over time?

As of April 2026, prices for Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San José flights are approximately 22% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The fastest flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San José takes 6h 36m

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How far is Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to San José Juan Santamaria Intl by plane?
There are 2043.8 mi between Washington, D.C. Reagan-National and San José Juan Santamaria Intl. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 6h 36m.
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As of April 2026, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport 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 airline from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San José?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to San José is American Airlines, representing 43% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are United Airlines at 27%, JetBlue at 14%, and Delta at 6%.

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