$119 Find Cheap Flights from Costa Rica to Washington, D.C.

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight to Washington, D.C. departing on 5/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheapest round-trip
$194
Typical prices: $245-$384
United Airlines
Wed 12/24Wed 12/31
SJO - DCA • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$197
Avianca
Tue 2/10Mon 2/23
SJO - IAD • Non-stop
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Avianca
Most flights • 4 per week
Copa Airlines
Best reviews • 7.6 score
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October
Cheapest • 15% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Costa Rica to Washington, D.C.

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Costa Rica to Washington, D.C. that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Costa Rica to Washington, D.C.

Wed, Dec 24 - Wed, Dec 31
United Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 8:46 pm
SJO
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DCA
11h 01m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
12:45 pm - 8:39 pm
DCA
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SJO
8h 54m1 stop
$194United Airlines
Tue, Feb 10 - Mon, Feb 23
Avianca Logo
4:15 pm - 12:10 am
SJO
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IAD
6h 55mnonstop
Avianca Logo
4:30 am - 1:40 pm
IAD
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SJO
10h 10m1 stop
$196Avianca
Thu, Jan 29 - Mon, Feb 2
United Airlines Logo
2:05 pm - 4:59 pm
SJO
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DCA
25h 54m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 8:39 pm
DCA
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SJO
15h 39m1 stop
$196United Airlines
Tue, Feb 10 - Mon, Feb 23
Avianca Logo
4:15 pm - 12:10 am
SJO
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IAD
6h 55mnonstop
Avianca Logo
1:30 am - 7:45 am
IAD
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SJO
7h 15mnonstop
$197Avianca
Tue, Feb 10 - Mon, Feb 23
Avianca Logo
4:15 pm - 12:10 am
SJO
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IAD
6h 55m1 stop
Avianca Logo
1:30 am - 7:45 am
IAD
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SJO
7h 15m1 stop
$198Avianca
Thu, Feb 5 - Mon, Feb 9
Spirit Airlines Logo
1:30 pm - 11:36 pm
SJO
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BWI
9h 06m1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
6:20 am - 12:22 pm
BWI
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SJO
7h 02m1 stop
$214Spirit Airlines
Sat, Jan 31 - Mon, Feb 9
Spirit Airlines Logo
1:30 pm - 11:36 pm
SJO
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BWI
9h 06m1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
6:20 am - 12:22 pm
BWI
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SJO
7h 02m1 stop
$231Spirit Airlines
Thu, Mar 5 - Mon, Mar 9
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 9:46 pm
SJO
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BWI
13h 46m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 11:46 am
BWI
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SJO
8h 46m1 stop
$233American Airlines
Thu, Jan 22 - Thu, Jan 29
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 4:59 pm
SJO
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DCA
9h 59m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
12:44 pm - 10:30 pm
DCA
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SJO
10h 46m1 stop
$233American Airlines
Thu, Feb 12 - Tue, Feb 24
JetBlue Logo
2:00 pm - 10:59 pm
LIR
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DCA
7h 59m1 stop
JetBlue Logo
7:20 am - 12:55 pm
DCA
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LIR
6h 35m1 stop
$299JetBlue
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to Washington, D.C.

Get data-powered insights and trends for flights to Washington, D.C. to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights to Washington, D.C., removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights to Washington, D.C. is October, where tickets cost $249 on average for one-way flights. On the other hand, the most expensive months are January and April, where the average cost of tickets from Costa Rica is $355 and $353 respectively. For return trips, the best month to travel is October with an average price of $249.

What is a good deal for flights to Washington, D.C.?

If you’re looking for cheap airfare to Washington, D.C., 25% of our users found tickets to Washington, D.C. for the following prices or less: From San José $216 one-way - $216 round-trip.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights to Washington, D.C., removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price, you should book around 0 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 70 days before departure.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Washington, D.C.?

Prices will differ depending on the departure airport, but generally, the cheapest airport to fly to in Washington, D.C. is Baltimore/Washington Airport, with an average flight price of $204.

Good to know

Low seasonAugust
Cheapest flight$119
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 26% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 21% lower on average.
Flight from San José to Washington Dulles Airport

FAQs - booking Washington, D.C. flights

  • Which Washington, D.C. airport is closest to central Washington, D.C.?

    There are 2 major airports in Washington, D.C.. The nearest airport from Washington, D.C. city center is Reagan Washington National Airport (4 miles), followed by Washington Dulles Airport (22 miles).

  • How much is a flight to Washington, D.C.?

    On average, a flight to Washington, D.C. costs $335. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost $115 and departed from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport.

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

    Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Washington, D.C. is Wednesday where tickets can be as cheap as $358. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Sunday, where prices are $691 on average.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights to Washington, D.C.?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights to Washington, D.C..

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket to Washington, D.C.?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Washington, D.C. is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights to Washington, D.C.?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Washington, D.C. with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight to Washington, D.C.?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Washington, D.C. up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Washington, D.C.?

    The cheapest time of day to fly to Washington, D.C. is generally at night, when flights cost $301 on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Washington, D.C. is generally in the afternoon, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $404.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Washington, D.C.

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $207 or less one-way and $216 or less round-trip.
  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Washington, D.C. flight deals.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Costa Rica to Washington, D.C.

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying to Washington, D.C.. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline from Costa Rica to Washington, D.C.. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to Washington, D.C.? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.6
Copa AirlinesOverall score based on 1558 reviews
8.1Crew
7.4Comfort
7.8Boarding
6.8Entertainment
6.9Food
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Very strict carry on rules meant most of the plane had to gate check their luggage. As is often the case had things that were broken because of this, but I appreciated not being charged to gate check. Otherwise good flight and great crew once on the plane

6.0 GoodZach, Oct 2025
DEN - PTY
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Very strict carry on rules meant most of the plane had to gate check their luggage. As is often the case had things that were broken because of this, but I appreciated not being charged to gate check. Otherwise good flight and great crew once on the plane

Some of the Air hostesses are not that friendly. Need improvement

I liked the meatloaf the chicken was awful but the plane was on time and got there and the staff was nice.

They were super friendly bumped me up to exit row free of charge, All flight legs were on time

Boarding was quick & efficient; they gave boarding groups due priority; staff & air crew were very cordial and helpful, pleasant flight.

Cops Airlines is fantastic! The level of care and professionalism provided by the entire crew was top rate.

We had a great flight just wished they had a tv so we can see a movie that would of made my trip excellent.

horrible service, food was an embarrassment, no charging for cellphones, stay away

Great experience with a crew always thinking in the passenger

Very happy with my flight. I would definitely recommend it.

Friendly staff at all very easy check in and organize process

Horrible airline, upgraded to sit on seats made of stone. Staff were rude and on top of it they charge an arm and a leg for luggage 🧳 never again

The seats are the worst I upgraded to premium big mistake and it seems like no one likes there job very unpleasant

they don’t have TV Seat to Type in space

The food is terrible. The same pasta or chicken with bad taste and presentation

It was probably one of the worst flights I’ve been on. The restrooms were never cleaned or stocked. The food was very subpar, and i usually enjoy airline food, so I was disappointed. It was just all around a bad experience. The only saving grace was the flight attendants.

The only downside was my cell phone charger wouldn’t work in the charging port but everyone else’s would work in them all. My cell phone cable works fine in my hotel room in Frankfurt.

Very thoughtful flight attendant offered me water immediately since I had run to make my connection.

Great crew, excellent landing, good food. Over all great experience. Thank you!

One bag is incorrect and not acceptable for an international flight. The food was not just good. I won't fly with them again.

Not pleasant trip cross country when the entertainment and WiFi system not working. No entertainment for entirety of route. Staff was rather nonchalant in that they dismissed the problem due to age of plane. It would have been nice to know this up front so I could have come prepared to read or download movies before boarding Coincidentally or not, there was a similar issue with the entertainment system on my previous flight I took on my fist leg of the trip. There are no seat TVs, so you must rely on the app when it works. United can do better. Also, what use it it to pay for boarding group 2 when half of the passengers are in the same line as you?

Crew was dismissive. Snacks and refills not offered. Poor business class experience. Bed not comfortable compared to Emirates or BA.

Flight was delayed for 5 hours because crew didn’t have enough time to rest - this seems like it could have been avoided with better scheduling. Food was not good.

IAD with the archaic people movers is just a place to be avoided.

I got sick nothing contagious but distressing enough and the care I received on the flight was astounding.

Horrible. Both legs of my flight were delayed more than 6 hours. No compensation, no screens on the plane, and the plane was not clean.

After we'd boarded , they canceled the flight. The crew didn't even know , we just all received text messages. Then after they deplaned us , AA was just like "too bad, go F your self, we sure ain't gonna help you"

Initial flight was cancelled at the time of arrival to the airport, flight alternative requires switching from direct to flight with a layover, and the plane felt like it would split apart, it was so rattle-y.

Weather delay for 2.5 hours followed by half hour crew delay, did not have ginger ale, uncomfortable seats

It was nobody’s fault - but the plane came 4-hrs late and we were updated randomly in 20-30 mins increments which left us hostage to sit and wait expectantly. It was very long and got very late. Our plane didn’t land until nearly 1 am! Also the toilet wasn’t working. The hosts were nice enough but were clearly “about to pass out” as one told me. Lastly, there was no snack or even time for it. Just a bad experience overall.

When I'm on a 5hr 22 minute flight I expect food to be purchased. Especially when American makes a very tight connection time where u have to run to make the long flight. Chips and nuts are unacceptable and being told you should be in first class to get a meal is also unacceptable. I didn't change the flight times American Airlines did.

The boarding crew was incredibly helpful getting me on an earlier flight

Great experience. Flight boarded easily. Departed early. Smooth flight. Great arrival in DC--almost no taxing! Almost direct to gate from runway. Crew was terrific. Same cookies and beverages in main cabin. I did not use the entertainment system on this flight.

Flight delayed on both ends - have a gate ready at DCA, don't make us sit for 30min after being late to take off as well.

I handed in my suitcase in perfect condition at SAL Airport. And in MIA Airport I received it with one corner broken and the wheels bent.

I like the crew members they're very friendly. Clean plane. The flight was on time. I dont like the comfort my car seat its better that the plane seats. They charge for everything. This airline was very good. Now it's a low cost airline

6 hour flight and have to pay for everything 100 dollars to add a carry-on bag is insane

Did not fly with Pakistan International Airlines. Have never flown with Pakistan International Airlines.

Very uncomfortable planes , poor service on the plane , take your own water so you don’t dehydrate , in a 6 hs flight they sold one time food and beverage . 1 plane was delayed 6 hs , I lost a connecting flight . Then in the way back they announce a delay of 2 hs so I had to take a different flight to arrive on time for my connecting flight . Avoid this airline .

The check in is the only positive thing in Avianca. The seat is the most uncomfortable I have traveled, the distance is minimal.

Not what it used to be. The sale of food makes them look greedy!

Avianca is not what it used to be. So disappointing

It was horrible. My experience with Avianca. I didn’t know it was Pakistan international Airlines but anyway, whatever it is it is bad horrible you guys need to upgrade everything in those planes. And you guys charge $130 for a carry-on did they wanna let me in with my carry-on that I travel everywhere with the luggage you guys are such a dog thank you

why did we have to go through security mid flight

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