Cheap flights from DCA to SJO (Ronald Reagan Washington National to Juan Santamaría Intl.)

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Cheap Flights from DCA to SJO starting at $139 One Way, $320 Round Trip

Prices starting at $320 for return flights and $139 for one-way flights to Juan Santamaría Intl. were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Mon, Apr 27 - Thu, May 7
DCA
Washington
SJO
San José
$320 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$320
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Mon, Apr 27 from Washington to San José, returning Thu, May 7, priced at $320 found 2 days ago
Mon, Apr 6 - Fri, Apr 10
DCA
Washington
SJO
San José
$326 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$326
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Mon, Apr 6 from Washington to San José, returning Fri, Apr 10, priced at $326 found 1 hour ago
Sat, May 9 - Sat, May 16
DCA
Washington
SJO
San José
$333 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$333
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 9 from Washington to San José, returning Sat, May 16, priced at $333 found 4 days ago
Sat, Apr 25 - Sun, May 10
DCA
Washington
SJO
San José
$335 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$335
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Apr 25 from Washington to San José, returning Sun, May 10, priced at $335 found 2 days ago
Tue, Apr 14 - Tue, May 19
DCA
Washington
SJO
San José
$336 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$336
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Apr 14 from Washington to San José, returning Tue, May 19, priced at $336 found 2 days ago

Hotel Ideas near Juan Santamaría Intl.

Airport Hotels near Juan Santamaría Intl.

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

3 out of 5
Hwy 1 Airport Blvd Rio Segundo
$143 nightly
The price is $161 total per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
$161 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,459 reviews)
Property is clean but fairly basic, which one might expect for an airport hotel.

Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

3.5 out of 5
Francisco J. Orlich Road Alajuela Alajuela
$163 nightly
The price is $184 total per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
$184 total
Apr 1 - Apr 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Alajuela. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,659 reviews)
Very clean and comfortable, great shuttle for the airport. Right next to the mall, so great for shopping /restaurants.

Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

3.5 out of 5
Plaza Los Mangos Rio Segundo Alajuela
$227 nightly
The price is $257 total per night from Mar 31 to Apr 1
$257 total
Mar 31 - Apr 1
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
Great staff room and restaurant, very enjoyable stay

Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Hotels In San José

Barceló San José

Barceló San José

4 out of 5
Autopista General Canas 3km San José San Jose
$67 nightly
The price is $76 total per night from Mar 30 to Mar 31
$76 total
Mar 30 - Mar 31
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in San José. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,937 reviews)
The room was clean, the only gripe I have is there wasn’t a microwave in the room and getting a reply for the shuttle service was lacking. I ended up just getting an uber from the airport which took close to an hour, but that’s San Jose traffic at rush hour. Overall the stay was really great and ...

Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026

Barceló San José
Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

4 out of 5
Autopista General Canas La Asunción Heredia
$103 nightly
The price is $116 total per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
$116 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in La Asunción. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (2,030 reviews)
Rust on everything in the rooms. Pool tiles were shifting and missing. Pool looked really dirty. Was too cold to get in but was in need of a good cleaning. Super close to airport. Friendly accommodating staff.

Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026

Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

3 out of 5
Hwy 1 Airport Blvd Rio Segundo
$143 nightly
The price is $161 total per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
$161 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,459 reviews)
Property is clean but fairly basic, which one might expect for an airport hotel.

Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

San José Hotels With Airport Transportation

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

3.5 out of 5
Plaza Los Mangos Rio Segundo Alajuela
$227 nightly
The price is $257 total per night from Mar 31 to Apr 1
$257 total
Mar 31 - Apr 1
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
Great staff room and restaurant, very enjoyable stay

Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Barceló San José

Barceló San José

4 out of 5
Autopista General Canas 3km San José San Jose
$67 nightly
The price is $76 total per night from Mar 30 to Mar 31
$76 total
Mar 30 - Mar 31
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in San José. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,937 reviews)
The room was clean, the only gripe I have is there wasn’t a microwave in the room and getting a reply for the shuttle service was lacking. I ended up just getting an uber from the airport which took close to an hour, but that’s San Jose traffic at rush hour. Overall the stay was really great and ...

Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026

Barceló San José
La Riviera Hotel B&B

La Riviera Hotel B&B

3 out of 5
100 mts south of Cemetery San Antonio de Belen Heredia
$103 nightly
The price is $116 total per night from Mar 19 to Mar 20
$116 total
Mar 19 - Mar 20
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in San Antonio de Belen. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Nice location to the airport with very nice garden vibes on the property. They gave us a 3 am ride to the airport to return - amazing! Grocery store across the street was great and they also have a cute kitty and nice little restaurant on site. They also gave us early check-in as we were an hour ...

Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026

La Riviera Hotel B&B
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Low Priced San José Hotels

Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
Alajuela, 2nd. Av., 1st. Street Alajuela Alajuela
$120 nightly
The price is $136 total per night from Apr 2 to Apr 3
$136 total
Apr 2 - Apr 3
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Alajuela. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (721 reviews)
The staff was very helpful and friendly.

Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026

Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites
Hotel El Maragato

Hotel El Maragato

3 out of 5
Ave Central San José San Jose
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in San José. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Sabana Park and National ...
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Hotel El Maragato
Hotel Luisiana

Hotel Luisiana

3.5 out of 5
100 west and 400 south from Cruz Roja Uruca San Jose
$94 nightly
The price is $106 total per night from Apr 16 to Apr 17
$106 total
Apr 16 - Apr 17
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Uruca. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
It was a really nice property with gated parking, nice outside seating and a great pizza restaurant. The staff was wonderful and very helpful.

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026

Hotel Luisiana
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Family Friendly Hotels in San José

Hotel Robledal

Hotel Robledal

3 out of 5
400mts Oeste De La Iglesia de El Roble San Antonio Alajuela
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (410 reviews)

Families like: Kids pool, babysitting, free breakfast for the whole family, free airport shuttle

Travelers say...
Friendly and very comfortable. Lots of birds to view.

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2024

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Hotel Robledal
Hotel Luisiana

Hotel Luisiana

3.5 out of 5
100 west and 400 south from Cruz Roja Uruca San Jose
$94 nightly
The price is $106 total per night from Apr 16 to Apr 17
$106 total
Apr 16 - Apr 17
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Uruca. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)

Families like: Kids pool, bicycle rentals nearby, cribs

Travelers say...
It was a really nice property with gated parking, nice outside seating and a great pizza restaurant. The staff was wonderful and very helpful.

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026

Hotel Luisiana
Trapp Family Country Inn

Trapp Family Country Inn

3 out of 5
400m west of soccer field San Antonio Alajuela
$105 nightly
The price is $119 total per night from Apr 15 to Apr 16
$119 total
Apr 15 - Apr 16
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this inn in San Antonio. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (698 reviews)
Oasis right by the airport. Nice grounds, good breakfast, nice rooms.

Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026

Trapp Family Country Inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

DCA to SJO Route Info

Origin Airport
Destination Airport
Number Of Airlines Serving
Distance
Shortest Flight Departure Time
Shortest Flight Departure Date
DCA Address & GPS
Address:
1 Aviation Circle
Washington DC, 20001-6000
United States
IATA Code:
DCA
Longitude:
-77.043457
Latitude:
38.853434
Time Zone:
America/New_York
SJO Address & GPS
Address:
San Jose ,
Costa Rica
IATA Code:
SJO
Longitude:
-84.20408
Latitude:
9.998238
Time Zone:
America/Costa_Rica

Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from DCA to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
As you can't fly straight from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to SJO at the moment, a flight with just one stopover is the next best thing. American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta Air Lines are all reliable airlines that operate on this route.
What is the shortest flight from National Airport to SJO?
From Washington, the exciting sights and sounds of San José are 7 hours and 27 minutes away. Lock in your favorite seat, or maybe even one with a bit more legroom, and travel to your destination in comfort.
How many hours flight from National Airport to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport?
Typically, it takes 7 hours and 31 minutes to go from National Airport to SJO. Get through the flight by watching a few movies and getting stuck into a good book. Alternatively, squeeze in a bit of shut-eye.
What airlines have the most flights from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport?
You'll have to make one or more stopovers if you're on your way from DCA to SJO. For now, there are no airlines that have direct flights on this route.

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