On this page, you can find and buy flight tickets for the route from San Jose to Washington, D.C.. Flights on this route, covering a distance of 3,286 km, operate approximately 3 times a week, connecting Costa Rica with the U.S. capital.
The main carrier on this route is Avianca. Given dynamic pricing, we recommend using the low-price calendar and reviewing information on how to get to San Jose Airport and how to travel from Washington airports to your destination.
The table shows direct flights San José → Washington, D.C. on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 6 h 35 min. Regular flights are operated by Avianca. Departures from Juan Santamaria International Airport airports, arrivals at Washington Dulles International Airport, Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport and Ronald Reagan National Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for San José — Washington, D.C. by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 566 in F, and the most expensive are around AED 1,010 in n. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
San José → Washington, D.C., average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 1,490 | medium | May | AED 1,630 | medium | Sep | AED 1,351 | low |
| Feb | AED 1,397 | low | Jun | AED 1,863 | high | Oct | AED 1,304 | low |
| Mar | AED 1,723 | high | Jul | AED 1,909 | high | Nov | AED 1,537 | medium |
| Apr | AED 1,770 | high | Aug | AED 1,677 | medium | Dec | AED 1,956 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Washington, D.C. is characterized by hot summers, with temperatures peaking in July at 31.5°C. The coldest month is January, when average lows drop to -0.8°C, while precipitation remains moderate.
The most budget-friendly month to fly is September, with prices starting AED 566. The highest flight costs are observed in March, when the minimum fare starts AED 1,010.
The optimal time to book is considered to be September, offering the best balance between ticket costs and pleasant weather. It is recommended to avoid flying in March due to seasonal price increases.
On the flight route from San Jose to Washington, D.C., the main carrier is Avianca. A total of approximately 3 flights per week are operated, which implies a limited selection of departure dates. To check the current schedule and aircraft types for specific days, please refer to the detailed list below.
Flights San José — Washington, D.C. depart from Juan Santamaria International Airport and arrive at Washington Dulles International Airport, Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport and Ronald Reagan National Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The approximate travel time for a direct flight between the cities, covering a distance of 3,286 km, is about 4 hours.
Regular air service between the cities is provided by Avianca (AV).
The minimum cost is constantly changing; you can find the latest offers for your preferred dates in the low-price calendar on this page.
Flights arrive at the main airports of the Washington metropolitan area (code WAS) that serve international flights.
To get a great price, it is recommended to book your flight in advance, focusing on periods of low demand, such as September.
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