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 $168 One Way, $379 Round Trip

Prices starting at $379 for return flights and $168 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.

Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 15
DCA
Washington
SJO
San José
$379 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$379
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 1 from Washington to San José, returning Tue, Dec 15, priced at $379 found 19 hours ago
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 15
DCA
Washington
SJO
San José
$383 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$383
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 1 from Washington to San José, returning Tue, Dec 15, priced at $383 found 19 hours ago
Thu, Nov 12 - Tue, Nov 17
DCA
Washington
SJO
San José
$385 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$385
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 12 from Washington to San José, returning Tue, Nov 17, priced at $385 found 2 days ago
Sun, Feb 14 - Thu, Feb 18
DCA
Washington
SJO
San José
$385 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$385
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Sun, Feb 14 from Washington to San José, returning Thu, Feb 18, priced at $385 found 1 day ago
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 15
DCA
Washington
SJO
San José
$385 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$385
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 1 from Washington to San José, returning Tue, Dec 15, priced at $385 found 19 hours ago

Hotel Ideas near Juan Santamaría Intl.

Airport Hotels near Juan Santamaría Intl.

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
$101 nightly
The price is $114 total per night from Nov 3 to Nov 4
$114 total
Nov 3 - Nov 4
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 ...
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

3 out of 5
Hwy 1 Airport Blvd Rio Segundo
$114 nightly
The price is $129 total per night from Oct 7 to Oct 8
$129 total
Oct 7 - Oct 8
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
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

3 out of 5
1 Km E from Juan SantaMaria Airport Rio Segundo Alajuela
$110 nightly
The price is $124 total per night from Nov 3 to Nov 4
$124 total
Nov 3 - Nov 4
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,747 reviews)
"The staff was friendly, and the location was convenient"

Reviewed on Oct 6, 2026

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
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

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

4.5 out of 5
700 meters West from Bridgestone/Firest La Asunción Heredia
$157 nightly
The price is $177 total per night from Oct 17 to Oct 18
$177 total
Oct 17 - Oct 18
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury resort in La Asunción. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"The Property is in a fantastic location in the great community Belen. It is close to the city but still far enough away to feel like the country. The People are the most amazing part of this property. Love the kindness and generous nature to help. Great Job Marriot Hacienda!"

Reviewed on Oct 4, 2026

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
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
$101 nightly
The price is $114 total per night from Nov 3 to Nov 4
$114 total
Nov 3 - Nov 4
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 ...
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Barceló San José

Barceló San José

4 out of 5
Autopista General Canas 3km San José San Jose
$78 nightly
The price is $88 total per night from Nov 4 to Nov 5
$88 total
Nov 4 - Nov 5
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! (2,161 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel, great staff, convenient location for touring San Jose and to/from Airport. Request pool side rooms as the road side can be noisy."

Reviewed on Oct 6, 2026

Barceló San José
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
$118 nightly
The price is $134 total per night from Oct 22 to Oct 23
$134 total
Oct 22 - Oct 23
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! (1,002 reviews)
"Nice place with comfortable beds, close to shopping and restaurants. Very close to airport with free shuttle"

Reviewed on Oct 6, 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
$78 nightly
The price is $88 total per night from Nov 4 to Nov 5
$88 total
Nov 4 - Nov 5
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! (2,161 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel, great staff, convenient location for touring San Jose and to/from Airport. Request pool side rooms as the road side can be noisy."

Reviewed on Oct 6, 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
$101 nightly
The price is $114 total per night from Oct 16 to Oct 17
$114 total
Oct 16 - Oct 17
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Peaceful stopover to rest and recharge at the start of our vacation. After a long day of travel to get to SJO, we were looking for an easy airport pickup, a comfortable bed, a spot to spend a couple of nights and a full day relaxing, and a place that offered meals on site. Riviera checked all of ..."

Reviewed on Oct 3, 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
$60 nightly
The price is $68 total per night from Oct 8 to Oct 9
$68 total
Oct 8 - Oct 9
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. ...
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
$77 nightly
The price is $86 total per night from Oct 7 to Oct 8
$86 total
Oct 7 - Oct 8
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 ...
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
$77 nightly
The price is $86 total per night from Oct 7 to Oct 8
$86 total
Oct 7 - Oct 8
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 ...
Hotel Luisiana
Trapp Family Country Inn

Trapp Family Country Inn

3 out of 5
400m west of soccer field San Antonio Alajuela
$75 nightly
The price is $85 total per night from Nov 5 to Nov 6
$85 total
Nov 5 - Nov 6
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! (714 reviews)
"The property is extremely dated! We had lizard in our room. The outdoor view is beautiful, but beds are not as comfortable and there is no air conditioning. Breakfast was amazing! We only stayed for a night and that was okay. I wouldn’t have been able to stay here more than that. The grounds are ..."

Reviewed on Sep 9, 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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