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Cheap Flights from Washington, D.C. to Central America

Cheapest round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 5 days
San Salvador
San Salvador1 stop$373
San José
San José1 stop$318
Guatemala City
Guatemala City1 stop$421
Panama City
Panama City1 stop$553
Liberia
Liberia1 stop$276
Managua
Managua2 stops$518
San Pedro Sula
San Pedro Sula2 stops$481
Coxen Hole
Coxen Hole1 stop$559
Tegucigalpa
Tegucigalpa2 stops$1,083
San Salvador
San Salvador1 stop$373
San José
San José1 stop$318
Guatemala City
Guatemala City1 stop$421
Panama City
Panama City1 stop$553
Liberia
Liberia1 stop$276
Managua
Managua2 stops$518
San Pedro Sula
San Pedro Sula2 stops$481
Coxen Hole
Coxen Hole1 stop$559
Tegucigalpa
Tegucigalpa2 stops$1,083
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Washington, D.C. to Central America flights

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

What is the cheapest Washington, D.C. to Central America flight route?

The cheapest ticket to Central America from Washington, D.C. found in the last 5 days was to Guatemala City, at $364 round-trip. The most popular route is from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) to San Salvador (SAL), and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 5 days was $370.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Central America?

The cheapest time of day to fly to Central America is generally in the afternoon, when round-trip flights cost $315 on average. Morning departures are around 9% more expensive than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Central America is generally in the morning, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $541.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Washington, D.C. to Central America?

No, with an average price for the route of $628, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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

The cheapest month for flights from Washington, D.C. to Central America is February, when tickets cost $344 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $663 and $636 respectively.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. to Central America?

For Washington, D.C. to Central America, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Sunday is the most expensive. Flying from Central America back to Washington, D.C., the best deals are generally found on Friday, with Sunday being the most expensive.

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

To get a below average price on the flight from Washington, D.C. to Central America, you should book around 17 weeks before departure, which saves you about 15% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 26 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$137
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 2% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 30% increase in price.
Flight from Washington Dulles Airport to San José

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Washington, D.C. to Central America

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Washington, D.C. to Central America? 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 1552 reviews
7.4Comfort
6.9Entertainment
8.1Crew
7.8Boarding
6.9Food
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It is not a good experience with Copa Airlines: flight delay, luggage delay, etc.

6.0 GoodAnonymous, Aug 2026
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It is not a good experience with Copa Airlines: flight delay, luggage delay, etc.

We where skipped for this flight will not head to Panama until tonight..

There should be a warning regarding the quality of the aircraft on the website as we reserve the tickets. There was no TV or any type of screen onboard. The wifi they offer is good for nothing. Traveling 9 hours straight with kids and no type of entetainment was horrible. I wish I had been informed prior so I could buy a ticket with another airline. The food was a joke too. A very tiny portion per passenger. They also charged $100 per checked bag. With United I used to pay $60. So, fair to say that I wont be flying Copa anymore. Their aircraft was super old, outdated, no entertainment, with nearly no onboard food.

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

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

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

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

Did upgrade, travel in business it was great (more room I could sleep)

There was no individual at the front check in when I arrived. I waited for at least 15 minutes and walked around asking security/janitors if they could help and they did not have a solution. So I had to take my checked bag through security and they threw away some of my items. I ended up making it to the gate only a few minutes before it closed due to my waiting for an agent at check in.

Boarding groups were called up in Spanish only. Luckily I know some of the language. They gave out grilled cheese sandwiches and a cup of fruit. I was very disappointed. I could only eat the cup of fruit because the only other option was vanilla pudding. The entertainment system and seating were great though.

This airline always trick us so we end up paying again for the luggage’s. This airline is worthless and take advantage of travelers .

Now days most airlines flying to Central America have a really poor service, but if you buy first class they will treat you better. I miss those days when flying was fun.

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

Crew was great. Seats are cramped and uncomfortable and I’m a small person.

A little more friendliness from that crew of the day.

Staff didn't seem confident about the ingredients in my lactose intolerance meal

the seat has a problem. the back had a hole.

My flight was delayed so bad i missed u it so i just said never mind

Delayed 2 hours while stuck on the aircraft. If the luggage was properly loaded the first time we probably wouldn’t have been delayed at all

1. Everything was satisfactory concerning the flight. 2. Can't think of what could be better right now.

Onboard staff was courteous, helpful, responsive and friendly. The boarding process was disorganized, poorly communicated, and disheveled. Gate agents were yelling instead of using the PA system, didn’t communicate the timing delay of our flight, and created an atmosphere of chaos rather than order and communication. As far as I know, there was no reason for their. I would hate to see how it operated under extreme conditions. I’ve never seen United Airlines operations in such a state.

The flight did not have its customary snacks during the flight. Apparently they were never loaded on the plane.

Worst service- attendants dont want to help and sat us in front of bathroom

I am Plstinum Pro snd was standby on earlier flight. They gave seats to people that asked rather than follow standby order. When realized what was happening was too late to get on as no seats left. My scheduled flight was late. Then filled the seat beside me Ruth rude person that they had to move from her original seat

I have yet to come across an AA agent or flight attendant that is friendly. They really inhibit a good experience.

the flight is delayed, which is not uncommon but the communication was still getting hopes on reaching on time which didn't happen. When I boarded the flight it was so like unimaginably filthy. My seat belt had some sticky stuff to it like food or something from before and the space below the arm rest is accumulated dust and waste like from few months i have the pictures. Cheery on top, the airhostess was an old lady who was so bossy and mad for no reason and bossing around everyone!! worst experience ever!!

Flight was good, little delayed because of busy plane traffic

Flight was delayed multiple times and rerouted to different concourses in the airport because of all of American's delays. App/boarding pass would not update with changed gate information.

Did not know that they didn’t have screens for entertainment. I didn’t have headphones so I couldn’t watch anything on my phone.

Disorganized boarding. Mandatory to gate check bags. Curt flight staff. No space for cabin bag, even when I was in first class.

Patrons with larger bags were asked to check the bags when boarding. Seems like the most effective, and least costly way, way to successfully use the cramped space.

They cancelled our flight two times after rebooking us for a later flight. We never got on the plane. We found another solution by driving.

Mostly great. Only issue was with the WiFi. Halfway through the flight it was spotty and I was unable to work as I planned. This impacted my work products as I am traveling for business and it was an unexpected hindrance which was inconvenient. Flight here was amazing. For a 5 hour flight something more than a Biscoff would be nice but I’m just swinging at windmills I guess…

I like the attention you gave us in Guatemala due to the loss of the flight coming to El Salvador. It was a nice experience. Thanks a lot

We booked seats next to each other. When we got the boarding passes, they were for different rows. The crew were reluctant to help us, so we ended up sitting separately. 1. What’s the point of reserving by seat number if you’re not going to honor that reservation? 2. Even if it gets messed up between reservation and boarding, how is the crew going to deny us the opportunity to arrange to sit together. There were plenty of people flying alone. It could’ve been easily accommodated. Not very customer-friendly at all.

The seats were the worst I have ever flown Too narrow, did not recline and the actual seat was hard as a rock. I will tell all travelers to stay away from Avianca flights.

The worst experience I've ever had because the "people" @ Avianca wouldn't let me fly because they said I needed a round trip ticket

Seating was tight. Seats don't recline. Initial flight was cancelled. Lost two days of vacation.

It was delayed and I lost my connection flight to Cali and I missed my Mom's funeral

Last seat of Bussines Class it does recline but passenger seating behind kept pushing since they did not have space once my seat was reclined

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

I receive a service for what I pay, so it is fair.

They charged me $120 to check one bag and then charged me another $120 for a carryon. Ridiculous!

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