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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from AED 1,246. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to San Jose Juan Santamaria

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Washington, D.C. to San Jose Juan Santamaria flights are currently cheapest in August.

Direct flights from Washington, D.C. to San Jose Juan Santamaria

Washington, D.C. to San Jose Juan Santamaria: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Washington, D.C. to San Jose below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than San Jose Juan Santamaria.

Washington, D.C. to San Jose: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundAED 471
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time4 hrs, 53 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week4

Finding cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to San Jose Juan Santamaria: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to San Jose Juan Santamaria is AED 1,237. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
4 hours and 52 minutes is the average flight time from Washington, D.C. to San Jose Juan Santamaria.
United and Southwest Airlines fly direct from Washington, D.C. to San Jose Juan Santamaria.
There are 4 flights per week flying from Washington, D.C. to San Jose Juan Santamaria, as of May 2026.
The cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to San Jose Juan Santamaria is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Washington, D.C. to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport on Thursday, August 27, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 52 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Jose Juan Santamaria but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Jose is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Traveling from Washington DC to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): What you need to know

  • There are a couple of main airports to jet off from in Washington DC. Check out your options departing from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) or Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) when searching for a flight from Washington DC to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO).

  • Juan Santamaria International Airport is located in San Jose. The city operates on the UTC-6 timezone and is one hour behind Washington DC.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Washington DC to SJO. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.

  • Peak months like April or vacation times such as spring break and Thanksgiving will mean bigger lines at check-in and security. If you're traveling then, play it safe and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a smart idea.

Airports in Washington DC

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)

  • A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from Washington DC to SJO departing from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Your journey might pause in:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)

    • Miami International Airport (MIA)

    • Orlando International Airport (MCO)

  • DCA is about 6 kilometers from central Washington DC. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 25 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Washington DC to Juan Santamaria International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by staying at one of these stays close to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport:

  • Of all flights leaving Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, 76% land on schedule at their destination.

  • DCA's address is 1 Aviation Circle.

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • Planning to catch a flight from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)? Direct Washington DC to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) plane tickets are available from here.

  • Board your direct flight from Washington DC to SJO with AVIANCA. This is one of the main carriers that operates this route out of IAD.

  • Avianca is the most popular choice for passengers flying from IAD to SJO.

  • Among the carriers operating flights between Washington Dulles International Airport and Juan Santamaria International Airport, Avianca leads in on-time performance.

  • Knock a new city off your list or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Washington DC to Juan Santamaria International Airport, check out these options when taking off from Washington Dulles International Airport:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)

    • El Salvador International Airport (SAL)

    • Guatemala City La Aurora Interantional Airport (GUA)

  • IAD is about 40 kilometers from central Washington DC. It'll take 45 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city center. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Washington DC to SJO flight? Kick back in a hotel near Washington Dulles International Airport before your vacation officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:

  • Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 74%. This figure provides insight into how often flights that take off from this airport land at their destination on schedule.

  • You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.

Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)

  • Begin your travels at Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) and head straight to your destination without layovers. You can book direct flights from Washington DC to Juan Santamaria International Airport from here.

  • Get ready to jet away with Southwest Airlines. It offers direct Washington DC to SJO plane tickets from BWI.

  • The preferred airline for passengers flying between BWI and SJO is Southwest Airlines.

  • The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrivals rate on this route is Southwest Airlines.

  • Book a plane ticket from Washington DC to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) out of Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) with one or more stops. Some popular stopovers between BWI and SJO include:

    • Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)

    • Miami International Airport (MIA)

    • Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)

  • BWI is roughly 48 kilometers from central Washington DC. Driving from the city center to the airport takes about 40 minutes. If you're thinking about taking public transport, you can expect a journey of around 50 minutes.

  • Skip the morning rush on departure day — stay close to Baltimore Washington International Airport and know you'll reach your boarding gate with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Washington DC to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight:

  • Flights departing from BWI land at their destination as scheduled 77% of the time.

About Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)

Getting from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to central San Jose

  • Central San Jose is around 18 kilometers from Juan Santamaria International Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for making the trip into the city, whether that's with a cab, car rental or ride-share.

  • When traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.

How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)

  • Right now, AED 471 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Juan Santamaria International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is AED 1,237. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Book 11 months before flying. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Washington DC to SJO.

  • Organize your trip for April. That's the best month for scoring cheap Washington DC to Juan Santamaria International Airport tickets. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.

  • Snapping up a cheap plane ticket from Washington DC to SJO is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as prices go down.

  • Tailor your travel plans using filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Washington DC to Juan Santamaria International Airport.

The best time to fly from Washington DC to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)

  • Think about the kind of vacation you want when planning your trip dates. October is the quietest month to go to San Jose. January is when most people book flights from Washington DC to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.

  • The warmest month in San Jose is March, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your Washington DC to SJO plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • If you like traveling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Washington DC to Juan Santamaria International Airport in January when temperatures are between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).

More about San Jose

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in San Jose right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Juan Santamaria International Airport:

  • Every great vacation has to include a little sightseeing. National Park (Parque Nacional), Jurassic World and Central Park (Parque Central) are must-do's during your San Jose adventure.

Explore more of Costa Rica

  • Limon is just one of the many cities in Costa Rica waiting to be explored after you've seen San Jose. Around 129 kilometers away to the east, its best attractions include Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Playa Los Baños.

  • Liberia is another standout destination in Costa Rica and is around 153 kilometers northwest of San Jose. No trip is complete without a visit to Ponderosa Adventure Park, Ecologico Park and Museo de Guanacaste.

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