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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Washington Dulles Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 289 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Jose Juan Santamaria to Washington Dulles

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

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San Jose to Washington D.C.: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found269 €
Cheapest month to flyDecember
Average flight time4 hrs, 43 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week2

Finding cheap flights from San Jose Juan Santamaria to Washington Dulles: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from San Jose Juan Santamaria to Washington Dulles is 269 €. 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 43 minutes is the average flight time from San Jose Juan Santamaria to Washington Dulles.
United flies direct from San Jose Juan Santamaria to Washington Dulles.
As of May 2026, there are 2 flights per week flying from San Jose Juan Santamaria to Washington Dulles.
The cheapest month to fly from San Jose Juan Santamaria to Washington Dulles is usually December.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Washington Dulles Airport on Thursday, 24 December 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 43 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 Washington Dulles 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 Washington D.C. is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Delta offers the cheapest flight tickets to Washington Dulles.

Travelling from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD): what you need to know

  • Around 4 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport.

  • The timezone in Washington DC is UTC-4, which is two hours ahead of San Jose.

  • Every week, there are three Juan Santamaria International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport flights. To jet off as soon as possible, opt for the 13:30 United Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 16:55 with AVIANCA.

  • Leave enough time to catch your SJO to IAD flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.

  • Jetting into Washington DC (and then exploring more of United States!) is a snap with AVIANCA. This popular carrier has direct flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport.

  • AVIANCA is the most frequently booked airline on this route.

  • United Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates SJO to IAD flights, with 75.0% of its services landing on time.

  • If you'd like to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport. These are the top stopovers between SJO and IAD:

    • El Salvador International Airport

    • Tocumen International Airport

    • Miami International Airport

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

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Juan Santamaria International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport flight is 160 €. A return plane ticket is currently 269 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • To score cheap tickets from SJO to IAD, book your journey eight months ahead of your departure.

  • Schedule your trip for July. That's the cheapest month for flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from SJO to IAD by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)

  • When it comes to Juan Santamaria International Airport's on-time performance, 79.83% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

  • To get to Juan Santamaria International Airport from central San Jose, it takes about 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The journey on public transport usually takes 2 hours 20 minutes.

  • Need a convenient hotel near SJO? If you're catching an early flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

Getting from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to central Washington DC

  • You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.

  • From Washington Dulles International Airport, Washington DC is approximately 56 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to drive to the centre.

  • It'll take around 3 hours 25 minutes to get there using public transport.

When to fly to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport is January, while April is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Washington DC based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.

  • When reserving your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Washington DC, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SJO to IAD sometime then if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of United States

  • New York is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen Washington DC. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.

  • Around 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC, Philadelphia is another favourite stop in United States. Start your sightseeing at Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.

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