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 $167 One Way, $314 Round Trip

Prices starting at $314 for return flights and $167 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, Aug 24 - Tue, Sep 1
DCA
Washington
SJO
San José
$314 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$314
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Mon, Aug 24 from Washington to San José, returning Tue, Sep 1, priced at $314 found 6 days ago
Sun, Aug 23 - Tue, Sep 1
DCA
Washington
SJO
San José
$320 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$320
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sun, Aug 23 from Washington to San José, returning Tue, Sep 1, priced at $320 found 6 days ago
Mon, Aug 24 - Tue, Sep 1
DCA
Washington
SJO
San José
$326 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$326
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 24 from Washington to San José, returning Tue, Sep 1, priced at $326 found 6 days ago
Tue, Aug 25 - Wed, Sep 2
DCA
Washington
SJO
San José
$329 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$329
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Aug 25 from Washington to San José, returning Wed, Sep 2, priced at $329 found 6 days ago
Sun, Aug 23 - Tue, Sep 1
DCA
Washington
SJO
San José
$347 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$347
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sun, Aug 23 from Washington to San José, returning Tue, Sep 1, priced at $347 found 6 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
$122 nightly
The price is $138 total per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
$138 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
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 ...
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

3.5 out of 5
Radial Francisco J. Orlich Rio Segundo Alajuela
$95 nightly
The price is $107 total per night from Jul 26 to Jul 27
$107 total
Jul 26 - Jul 27
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,152 reviews)
"Shuttle service to airport was amazing"

Reviewed on Jul 15, 2026

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
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
$122 nightly
The price is $138 total per night from Jul 21 to Jul 22
$138 total
Jul 21 - Jul 22
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! (1,958 reviews)
"Ok place. The casino next door is a better place to get food or drink than the actual hotel."

Reviewed on Jul 15, 2026

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
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

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

3 out of 5
Hwy 1 Airport Blvd Rio Segundo
$122 nightly
The price is $138 total per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
$138 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
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 ...
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

3.5 out of 5
Radial Francisco J. Orlich Rio Segundo Alajuela
$95 nightly
The price is $107 total per night from Jul 26 to Jul 27
$107 total
Jul 26 - Jul 27
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,152 reviews)
"Shuttle service to airport was amazing"

Reviewed on Jul 15, 2026

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

5 out of 5
Autopista Grl. Canas, Cruce San Antonio La Asunción
$109 nightly
The price is $123 total per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
$123 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in La Asunción. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"The hotel overall was fine for our stay which was to be close to the airport. The reception staff were not very welcoming nor informative but other than that all was ok."

Reviewed on Jul 15, 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica
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
$119 nightly
The price is $135 total per night from Jul 21 to Jul 22
$135 total
Jul 21 - Jul 22
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! (1,010 reviews)
"Clean, friendly staff, and convenient free shuttle. Lots of restaurants across the street."

Reviewed on Jul 13, 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
$90 nightly
The price is $102 total per night from Aug 14 to Aug 15
$102 total
Aug 14 - Aug 15
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. ...
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
$110 nightly
The price is $124 total per night from Jul 17 to Jul 18
$124 total
Jul 17 - Jul 18
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! (999 reviews)
"The grounds garden and pool were very beautiful and clean. The restaurant was amazing and included a full bar. They even had a space that allowed the dog to dine with us. The staff was super friendly and accommodating. The rooms were clean and water pressure in the shower was great! We would stay ..."

Reviewed on Jun 30, 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
$68 nightly
The price is $76 total per night from Jul 19 to Jul 20
$76 total
Jul 19 - Jul 20
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! (743 reviews)
"Super clean room, very nice staff. I loved the pool area, very relaxing. We didn't eat breakfast cause we were sick, but it looked good. I will stay there again for sure."

Reviewed on Jun 30, 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
$99 nightly
The price is $112 total per night from Jul 16 to Jul 17
$112 total
Jul 16 - Jul 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! (1,000 reviews)
"Son muy inflexibles con las horas de salida y encontré visible insectos desagradables"

Reviewed on Jun 11, 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
$99 nightly
The price is $112 total per night from Jul 16 to Jul 17
$112 total
Jul 16 - Jul 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! (1,000 reviews)

Families like: Kids pool, bicycle rentals nearby, cribs

Travelers say...
"Son muy inflexibles con las horas de salida y encontré visible insectos desagradables"

Reviewed on Jun 11, 2026

Hotel Luisiana
Trapp Family Country Inn

Trapp Family Country Inn

3 out of 5
400m west of soccer field San Antonio Alajuela
$95 nightly
The price is $107 total per night from Jul 18 to Jul 19
$107 total
Jul 18 - Jul 19
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! (709 reviews)
"They just finished painting the pool edge...looks great. This is our 3 year at the Trapp Family Inn. The only thing that was different was it was warmer than usually in San Jose than in previous years. The rooms were definitely warmer, but we were glad we had ceiling fans. Service, Food, and hospitality ..."

Reviewed on Jun 1, 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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