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Spirit Airlines Logo
1:31 pm - 11:31 pm
SJO
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BWI
9h 00m
1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
6:20 am - 12:22 pm
BWI
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SJO
7h 02m
1 stop
$200Spirit Airlines
Thu, Feb 19 - Mon, Feb 23
Spirit Airlines Logo
1:31 pm - 11:31 pm
SJO
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BWI
9h 00m
1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
6:20 am - 12:22 pm
BWI
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SJO
7h 02m
1 stop
$206Spirit Airlines
Thu, Feb 19 - Mon, Feb 23
Volaris Logo
5:00 pm - 11:27 am
SJO
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IAD
17h 27m
1 stop
Volaris Logo
2:07 pm - 6:50 am
IAD
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SJO
18h 43m
1 stop
$209Volaris
Sat, Mar 7 - Sun, Mar 15
Avianca Logo
3:05 pm - 1:40 am
SJO
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IAD
9h 35m
1 stop
Avianca Logo
2:30 am - 7:45 am
IAD
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SJO
7h 15m
1 stop
$215Avianca
Wed, Mar 4 - Tue, Mar 17
Avianca Logo
7:45 pm - 4:20 am
SJO
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IAD
6h 35m
1 stop
Avianca Logo
3:40 am - 8:30 am
IAD
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SJO
6h 50m
1 stop
$227Avianca
Wed, May 20 - Tue, May 26
Volaris Logo
4:17 pm - 12:27 pm
SJO
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IAD
18h 10m
1 stop
Volaris Logo
2:07 pm - 6:50 am
IAD
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SJO
18h 43m
1 stop
$238Volaris
Sun, Mar 8 - Sun, Mar 15
United Airlines Logo
12:35 pm - 10:16 pm
SJO
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IAD
8h 41m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:03 am - 8:39 pm
IAD
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SJO
15h 36m
1 stop
$239United Airlines
Thu, Feb 19 - Mon, Feb 23
United Airlines Logo
12:35 pm - 9:17 pm
SJO
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BWI
31h 42m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 12:56 pm
BWI
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SJO
31h 26m
1 stop
$239United Airlines
Thu, Feb 26 - Sun, Mar 1
American Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 11:11 pm
SJO
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DCA
14h 41m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 11:07 am
DCA
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SJO
8h 07m
1 stop
$259American Airlines
Sat, May 2 - Wed, May 6
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 11:50 pm
SJO
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DCA
15h 50m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
5:59 am - 7:33 pm
DCA
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SJO
15h 34m
1 stop
$262American Airlines
Wed, Mar 4 - Mon, Mar 9

United Airlines flights from San José to Washington, D.C.

Our best United Airlines deals on San José to Washington, D.C. flight tickets
United Airlines
Feb 19
SJO12:35 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
8h 41m
1 stop
IAD10:16 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Feb 23
IAD6:03 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
15h 36m
1 stop
SJO8:39 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$239
United Airlines
Feb 13
SJO8:45 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
12h 31m
1 stop
IAD10:16 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Feb 16
IAD6:05 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
15h 27m
1 stop
SJO8:32 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$248
United Airlines
Apr 30
SJO7:55 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
14h 04m
1 stop
IAD11:59 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
May 9
IAD6:00 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
8h 21m
1 stop
SJO12:21 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$250

Volaris flights from San José to Washington, D.C.

Our best Volaris deals on San José to Washington, D.C. flight tickets
Volaris
Mar 7
SJO5:00 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
17h 27m
1 stop
IAD11:27 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Mar 15
IAD2:07 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
18h 43m
1 stop
SJO6:50 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$209
Volaris
Mar 4
SJO2:42 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
8h 03m
1 stop
IAD11:45 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Mar 17
IAD2:35 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
13h 28m
1 stop
SJO2:03 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$238
Volaris
Mar 5
SJO5:00 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
17h 27m
1 stop
IAD11:27 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Mar 17
IAD2:35 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
13h 28m
1 stop
SJO2:03 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$241

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San JoséBaltimore

SJO - BWI

SJOBWI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/19

1:31 pm-11:31 pm

1 stop9h 00m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 2/23

6:20 am-12:22 pm

1 stop7h 02m

$200

San JoséBaltimore

SJO - BWI

SJOBWI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/19

1:31 pm-11:31 pm

1 stop9h 00m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 2/23

6:20 am-12:22 pm

1 stop7h 02m

$206

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - IAD

SJOIAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 3/7

5:00 pm-11:27 am

1 stop17h 27m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 3/15

2:07 pm-6:50 am

1 stop18h 43m

$209

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - IAD

SJOIAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/4

3:05 pm-1:40 am

1 stop9h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 3/17

2:30 am-7:45 am

1 stop7h 15m

$215

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - IAD

SJOIAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/20

7:45 pm-4:20 am

1 stop6h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 5/26

3:40 am-8:30 am

1 stop6h 50m

$227

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - IAD

SJOIAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 3/8

4:17 pm-12:27 pm

1 stop18h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 3/15

2:07 pm-6:50 am

1 stop18h 43m

$238

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - IAD

SJOIAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/19

12:35 pm-10:16 pm

1 stop8h 41m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 2/23

6:03 am-8:39 pm

1 stop15h 36m

$239

San JoséBaltimore

SJO - BWI

SJOBWI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/26

12:35 pm-9:17 pm

2 stops31h 42m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 3/1

6:30 am-12:56 pm

1 stop31h 26m

$239

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - DCA

SJODCA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/2

6:30 am-11:11 pm

1 stop14h 41m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 5/6

5:00 am-11:07 am

1 stop8h 07m

$259

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - DCA

SJODCA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/4

7:00 am-11:50 pm

1 stop15h 50m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 3/9

5:59 am-7:33 pm

1 stop15h 34m

$262

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Washington, D.C.?

The month of October is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Washington, D.C. from San José, with most prices found around $252. If you’re not able to fly to Washington, D.C. in October, then September is your next best option. Flight prices from San José to Washington, D.C. during September average around $253.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Washington, D.C.?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Washington, D.C. from San José is on a Friday. momondo users have found tickets for Friday departures for as low as $172. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. When flying out on a Sunday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from San José to Washington, D.C. for around $657.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Washington, D.C.?

In the afternoon is the cheapest time of day to fly from San José to Washington, D.C. when you can find flight prices for as low as $293. Flying to Washington, D.C. in the afternoon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Try not to purchase tickets at noon because they tend to be around $406. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Washington, D.C. flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Washington, D.C.?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Washington, D.C. from San José when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Washington, D.C. for around $307 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Washington, D.C. from San José for as low as $260 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Washington, D.C. flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Washington, D.C. flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on San José to Washington, D.C. flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between San José to Washington, D.C..

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

As of February 2026, prices for San José to Washington, D.C. flights are approximately 12% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from San José to Washington, D.C.

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from San José to Washington, D.C. according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap San José to Washington, D.C. (SJO to WAS) flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$222

Fastest flight time

4h 35m

Direct flights

Mon, Fri and Sun

Airports in Washington, D.C.

2 airports
The best one-way flight to Washington, D.C. from San José in the past 72 hours is $222. The best round-trip flight deal from San José to Washington, D.C. found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $478.
The fastest flight from San José to Washington, D.C. takes 4h 35m
Direct flights go from San José to Washington, D.C. on Monday, Friday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.
There are 2 airports in Washington, D.C.. From San José there are direct flights to Baltimore/Washington (BWI), Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).
  • How far is San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Washington, D.C. by plane?

    A flight from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Washington, D.C. will travel around 2047.5 mi. Flights usually cover this in 4h 35m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Prices for flights from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. refresh daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Washington, D.C..

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Washington, D.C.?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Washington, D.C. can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Washington, D.C.. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

  • What is the most popular plane model from San José to Washington, D.C.?

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Best airlines flying from San José to Washington, D.C.

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Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Copa AirlinesPriceFrom $180Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,557 reviews
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AviancaPriceFrom $201Free CancellationRating
6.5
2,499 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $216Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,241 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $225Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,237 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $245Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,153 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $246Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,275 reviews
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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $255Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,419 reviews
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  • Avianca Flights From San José to Washington, D.C.

    Avianca flies from San José to Washington, D.C. around 2 times per week, with 2,499 momondo users rating the airline 6.5/10. The cheapest Avianca deal from San José to Washington, D.C. in the last 72 hours was $201 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of $340 for Avianca flights on this route.

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