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

Flights connecting via Fort Lauderdale (FLL) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 6h 49m.

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 Washington, D.C. according to our data. Avianca is the first choice among our users, with 43% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to San José. Keep in mind that there are 9 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 Washington, D.C. to San José on average per week?

As of March 2026, there are 3 flights per week flying from Washington, D.C. to San José. The most common day of the week flights depart is Tue, with 33% of flights taking off on this day.

How long does it take to fly to San José?

The flight from Washington, D.C. to San José depends on which airports you’re departing and arriving from and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Baltimore (a popular airport in Washington, D.C.) to San José (the most popular airport in San José), then the flight time is 4h 40m on average. If you fly from Washington, D.C. (another popular airport in Washington, D.C.) to San José, then the average flight time is 5h 50m.

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

Guatemala City (GUA) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 10m.

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

Flights via Guatemala City (GUA) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $250.

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

JetBlue, United Airlines, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from Washington, D.C. to San José Juan Santamaria Intl

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

Panama City (PTY) was the most common stop: 47% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

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

Prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Washington, D.C. to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

The number of operators available for flights from Washington, D.C. to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport is 9 as of March 2026.

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

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $334 to $596. The lowest price recently found on this route was $279.

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2:07 pm - 6:50 am

IAD

SJO

18h 43m

1 stop

4:17 pm - 12:27 pm

SJO

IAD

18h 10m

1 stop

$279Volaris El Salvador

Thu, Mar 19 - Mon, Mar 23

2:45 pm - 10:32 pm

DCA

SJO

8h 47m

1 stop

1:05 pm - 11:59 pm

SJO

DCA

8h 54m

1 stop

$287United Airlines

Fri, Mar 6 - Wed, Mar 11

5:45 am - 11:30 am

IAD

SJO

7h 45m

1 stop

3:10 pm - 4:20 am

SJO

IAD

11h 10m

1 stop

$287Avianca

Wed, Apr 29 - Mon, May 11

5:45 am - 11:30 am

IAD

SJO

7h 45m

1 stop

3:10 pm - 4:20 am

SJO

IAD

11h 10m

1 stop

$288Avianca

Wed, Apr 22 - Wed, Apr 29

2:21 am - 9:05 am

IAD

SJO

8h 44m

1 stop

2:50 pm - 12:33 am

SJO

IAD

7h 43m

1 stop

$292Copa Airlines

Sat, Apr 25 - Tue, May 5

2:21 am - 9:05 am

IAD

SJO

8h 44m

1 stop

5:57 pm - 4:21 am

SJO

IAD

8h 24m

1 stop

$294Copa Airlines

Fri, Apr 24 - Sat, May 2

6:42 am - 11:25 am

DCA

SJO

6h 43m

1 stop

12:10 pm - 11:59 pm

SJO

DCA

9h 49m

2 stops

$303American Airlines

Mon, May 4 - Wed, May 13

8:07 pm - 1:08 pm

IAD

SJO

19h 01m

2 stops

6:30 am - 8:49 am

SJO

IAD

24h 19m

2 stops

$303American Airlines

Sat, Apr 25 - Tue, Apr 28

7:10 am - 1:00 pm

BWI

SJO

7h 50m

1 stop

9:00 am - 8:30 pm

SJO

BWI

9h 30m

1 stop

$317Southwest

Sun, May 3 - Fri, May 8

6:05 am - 12:10 pm

DCA

SJO

8h 05m

1 stop

9:00 am - 10:50 pm

SJO

DCA

11h 50m

1 stop

$317Southwest

Tue, Apr 14 - Mon, Apr 20

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Mar 19

IAD2:07 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

18h 43m

1 stop

SJO6:50 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mar 23

SJO4:17 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

18h 10m

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IAD12:27 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$279

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Mar 19

IAD2:07 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

18h 43m

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SJO6:50 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mar 23

SJO4:17 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

18h 10m

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IAD12:27 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$307

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

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Mar 6

DCA2:45 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

8h 47m

1 stop

SJO10:32 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mar 11

SJO1:05 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

8h 54m

1 stop

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

$287

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Mar 5

DCA8:00 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

11h 16m

1 stop

SJO6:16 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mar 7

SJO12:35 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

8h 30m

1 stop

DCA10:05 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$295

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Mar 9

DCA12:32 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

9h 07m

1 stop

SJO7:39 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mar 18

SJO11:35 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

8h 35m

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DCA10:10 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

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1 stop8h 44m

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2:50 pm-12:33 am

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Washington, D.C.San José

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Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 4/24

2:21 am-9:05 am

1 stop8h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

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6:42 am-11:25 am

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Wed 5/13

12:10 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops9h 49m

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Washington, D.C.San José

IAD - SJO

IADSJO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 4/25

8:07 pm-1:08 pm

2 stops19h 01m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 4/28

6:30 am-8:49 am

2 stops24h 19m

$303

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Sun 5/3

7:10 am-1:00 pm

1 stop7h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/8

9:00 am-8:30 pm

1 stop9h 30m

$317

Washington, D.C.San José

DCA - SJO

DCASJO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 4/14

6:05 am-12:10 pm

1 stop8h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 4/20

9:00 am-10:50 pm

1 stop11h 50m

$317

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to San José?

In general, October is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to San José. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $277. If you don’t want to visit San José in October, then you should wait until September to fly from Washington, D.C., when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $283.

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. is on a Tuesday. momondo users have found tickets for Tuesday departures for as low as $346. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from Washington, D.C. to San José on a Saturday will generally be more expensive and average around $610. 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. 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 $384. Flights in the morning are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $718.

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

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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. when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San José for around $358 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. for as low as $310 on momondo.

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

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

As of March 2026, prices for Washington, D.C. to San José flights are approximately 8% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found	$137
Fastest flight time	4h 40m
Direct flights	Mon and Sun
Airports in San José	1 airport

The best one-way flight to San José from Washington, D.C. in the past 72 hours is $137. The best round-trip flight deal from Washington, D.C. to San José found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $377.

The fastest flight from Washington, D.C. to San José takes 4h 40m

Direct flights go from Washington, D.C. to San José on Monday and Sunday. The only airline offering direct flights is Southwest.

There is 1 airport in San José. From Washington, D.C. there are direct flights to San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO).

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How far is Washington, D.C. to San José Juan Santamaria Intl by plane?
The straight-line distance from Washington, D.C. to San José Juan Santamaria Intl is 2047.5 mi. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 4h 40m.
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The number of operators available for flights from Washington, D.C. to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport is 9 as of March 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Washington, D.C. to San José?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Washington, D.C. to San José is Airbus A320neo (42.68% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 737 MAX 8 (39.28%), Airbus A320-100/200 (5.31%), and Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) (4.46%).
What is the most popular airline from Washington, D.C. to San José?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Washington, D.C. to San José is Avianca (39% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are Copa Airlines (22%), United Airlines (14%), and American Airlines (11%).

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Volaris El Salvador	PriceFrom $102	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 29 reviews	Search Volaris El Salvador flights
Avianca	PriceFrom $132	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.5 2,494 reviews	Search Avianca flights
Delta	PriceFrom $136	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,246 reviews	Search Delta flights
Copa Airlines	PriceFrom $176	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,557 reviews	Search Copa Airlines flights
Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $223	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,490 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $235	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,382 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $237	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,380 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $256	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,304 reviews	Search Southwest flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $308	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 2,896 reviews	Search JetBlue flights

Avianca Flights From Washington, D.C. to San José
The lowest priced Avianca flight from Washington, D.C. to San José from the last 72 hours was $132. Generally, Avianca has 3 flights on this route every week with an average price of $346. Avianca is rated 6.5/10 by our users.

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