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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 San Salvador, at $377 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 $377.
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 $322 on average. Morning departures are around 10% 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 $571.
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 $350 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $681 and $637 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 Saturday 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 18 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.
Which airlines fly non-stop between Washington, D.C. and Central America?
There are 8 airlines that fly nonstop from Washington, D.C. to Central America. They are: Frontier, Azul, JetBlue, Volaris El Salvador, Avianca, Southwest, Copa Airlines and United Airlines. The cheapest price of all airlines flying this route was found with Frontier at $104 for a round-trip flight to San Salvador (SAL). On average, Volaris El Salvador offers the best prices for nonstop flights between Washington, D.C. and Central America.
Which airlines fly most frequently between Washington, D.C. and Central America?
Washington, D.C. and Central America are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are Avianca (39 flights per week), Copa Airlines (34 flights per week), and United Airlines (27 flights per week).
How long does a flight from Washington, D.C. to Central America take?
The duration of a flight to Central America depends on your arrival airport. The shortest routes to Central America from Washington, D.C. are to San José, which takes 5h 30m, Liberia, which takes 5h 31m, and Panama City, which takes 5h 36m.
Which cabin class options are there for flights between Washington, D.C. and Central America?
There are 3 cabin class options for the route. These are Business, Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.
What’s the earliest departure time from Washington, D.C. to Central America?
The earliest flight from Washington, D.C. to Central America departs at 2:55 am, landing in San Salvador at 5:17 am.
What’s the latest departure time from Washington, D.C. to Central America?
If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Washington, D.C. to Central America jets off at 7:35 pm and lands in San Salvador at 10:05 pm.
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Low season | September |
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High season | December |
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Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Washington, D.C. to Central America
It is not a good experience with Copa Airlines: flight delay, luggage delay, etc.
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
Flight attendant incredibly rude. Stuck her finger in my drink and didn’t even have the courtesy to apologize.
The very best airline service I have experienced. Better than domestic airlines first class and I flew Economy Plus!
The food was horrible. There was no. Wifi, and it was just terrible from bangkok to d. C
Boarding was 2 hours late and then we were delayed another 5 hours on the tarmac. I'm sure the crew were also tired, but some of them were rather snappy. The special dinner I ordered was not served, and they only served a tapas box on takeoff and breakfast before landing. That was disappointing in premium economy. However United was good at rebooking my connecting flight.
It was pretty good, they give a small blanket, neck pillow and earphones. The only bad thing was not big enough leg room for your bag and feet. They gave us a snack, dinner, and breakfast on flight and food was good considering it was on a plane
The crew was great. The food was typical, but decent. Everything else - mediocre to poor. The flight was late arriving - happily for us and our 49 minute connection (what idiot came up with that?)- in another concourse - that concourse changed before we arrived (ticket and app was showing the incorrect gate - when we boarded at the correct gate - known by the airport person pushing my assistance cart). Had I walked and read the screens or United app I would have missed the flight! May other people arrived late to the correct gate, having been victims of a last minute gate change, were also relieved the flight arrived late. The aircraft (Boeing 757) was a sardine-can due to an uncomfortable seat pitch distance. The material or seat was beyond not comfortable, but I'm sure they made a lot of money with that aircraft type. I spent a lot of time standing in the back (in the middle of the night/morning to rest my back). I learned my lesson - any trans-oceanic fight - avoid United or American Airlines - and look for Airbus or Boeing 737, 767, 777. Also, pay for business class or premium coach seating.
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.
Flight was delayed which isn’t the airline’s fault, but the communication around it was terrible. I left the lounge to show up at the gate to board at the time in my app, and the flight in front of mine was still boarding and the inbound plane hadn’t even taken off yet. Delays were slow to show up in my app. Improved communication could have let me have a more pleasant experience in the lounge vs waiting 1.5 hours at the gate.
Wifi was good on the flight from DCA to Dallas and terrible on the flight from Dallas to Tucson. The forward head in the flight from Dallas to Tucson was putrid smelling entirely urine soaked. The flight from DCA to Dallas was delayed by almost 30 min with a plane change.
Sat on tarmac at arrival at DFw for more than 30 min waiting for a gate.
Business Class layout was excellent. The seats were not nearly as comfortable as UA, Delta or Air New Zealand (the best). Nor were the controls as flexible. Food was okay but not great. Breakfast pancakes were like cardboard.
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.
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!