Cheap flights from IAD to SJO (Washington Dulles Intl. to Juan Santamaría Intl.)

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Cheap Flights from IAD to SJO starting at $128 One Way, $278 Round Trip

Prices starting at $278 for return flights and $128 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.

Fri, Apr 10 - Sun, Apr 12
IAD
Washington
SJO
San José
$278 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$278
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Apr 10 from Washington to San José, returning Sun, Apr 12, priced at $278 found 5 days ago
Sat, May 16 - Sat, May 23
IAD
Washington
SJO
San José
$318 Roundtrip, just found
$318
Roundtrip
just found
Select Copa flight, departing Sat, May 16 from Washington to San José, returning Sat, May 23, priced at $318 just found
Sun, Jan 24 - Sat, Jan 30
IAD
Washington
SJO
San José
$320 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$320
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select United flight, departing Sun, Jan 24 from Washington to San José, returning Sat, Jan 30, priced at $320 found 3 days ago
Thu, Jul 16 - Thu, Jul 30
IAD
Washington
SJO
San José
$325 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$325
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jul 16 from Washington to San José, returning Thu, Jul 30, priced at $325 found 2 hours ago
Thu, Jun 4 - Mon, Jun 8
IAD
Washington
SJO
San José
$329 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$329
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jun 4 from Washington to San José, returning Mon, Jun 8, priced at $329 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
$155 nightly
The price is $175 total per night from Apr 29 to Apr 30
$175 total
Apr 29 - Apr 30
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! (2,448 reviews)
A great option as your coming/going from the airport. Close to car rentals and 24/7 shuttle were super helpful. Great to have breakfast included -- it was tasty and well prepared.

Reviewed on Mar 29, 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
$161 nightly
The price is $182 total per night from Apr 26 to Apr 27
$182 total
Apr 26 - Apr 27
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! (1,685 reviews)
Super clean and convenient!

Reviewed on Mar 30, 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
$161 nightly
The price is $182 total per night from Apr 15 to Apr 16
$182 total
Apr 15 - Apr 16
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! (1,001 reviews)
The Courtyard Marriott provided everything we needed for a brief one-night stay. The room was clean and comfortable, and the shuttle to the airport arrived promptly and got us to the airport on time.

Reviewed on Mar 25, 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
$73 nightly
The price is $83 total per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
$83 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
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! (1,955 reviews)
Very convenient, pleasant and clean

Reviewed on Mar 29, 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 31 to Apr 1
$116 total
Mar 31 - Apr 1
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! (2,050 reviews)
The rooms needs a renovation

Reviewed on Mar 29, 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
$155 nightly
The price is $175 total per night from Apr 29 to Apr 30
$175 total
Apr 29 - Apr 30
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! (2,448 reviews)
A great option as your coming/going from the airport. Close to car rentals and 24/7 shuttle were super helpful. Great to have breakfast included -- it was tasty and well prepared.

Reviewed on Mar 29, 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
$161 nightly
The price is $182 total per night from Apr 15 to Apr 16
$182 total
Apr 15 - Apr 16
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! (1,001 reviews)
The Courtyard Marriott provided everything we needed for a brief one-night stay. The room was clean and comfortable, and the shuttle to the airport arrived promptly and got us to the airport on time.

Reviewed on Mar 25, 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
$73 nightly
The price is $83 total per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
$83 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
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! (1,955 reviews)
Very convenient, pleasant and clean

Reviewed on Mar 29, 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 Apr 8 to Apr 9
$116 total
Apr 8 - Apr 9
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! (1,004 reviews)
Breakfast was excellent, staff were all very helpful and welcoming.

Reviewed on Mar 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
$97 nightly
The price is $110 total per night from Mar 31 to Apr 1
$110 total
Mar 31 - Apr 1
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! (727 reviews)
Stayed here for less than 12 hours. At check-in, we reserved our airport shuttle seats (leaves every hour starting at 5am). We were able to walk around to find dinner, had an early night to bed to catch the 5am shuttle to get to the airport with 3 hours prior to our flight. This place was ...

Reviewed on Mar 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 Mar 31 to Apr 1
$112 total
Mar 31 - Apr 1
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)
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
$99 nightly
The price is $112 total per night from Mar 31 to Apr 1
$112 total
Mar 31 - Apr 1
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...
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 28 to Apr 29
$119 total
Apr 28 - Apr 29
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! (701 reviews)
Helpful staff, delicious food, and comfortable room. No refrigerator in the room, but they provided ice buckets upon request. Very close to the airport

Reviewed on Mar 22, 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.

IAD to SJO Route Info

Origin Airport
Destination Airport
Number Of Airlines Serving
Distance
Shortest Flight Departure Time
Shortest Flight Departure Date
IAD Address & GPS
Address:
1 Saarinen Circle
Dulles VA, 20166
United States
IATA Code:
IAD
Longitude:
-77.447735
Latitude:
38.95315
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 Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
You won't have to worry about the hassle of changing planes or missing your next flight on this route. United Airlines will fly you directly from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) to SJO.
What is the shortest flight from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) to SJO?
With the quickest possible flight time from Dulles Intl. Airport to SJO being 9 hours and 13 minutes, it's a good idea to have a few in-flight survival tricks up your sleeve. Neck pillows, earplugs and eye-masks should be among the basic items packed into your carry-on.
How many hours flight from IAD to SJO?
From the time you jet off from IAD to the minute the wheels touch the ground in SJO, you will have been airborne for about 9 hours and 18 minutes. Sail through this lengthy flight by bringing essentials like a neck pillow, an eye mask, earplugs and comfortable clothes.
What airlines have the most flights from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport?
United Airlines has your ticket to an amazing vacation. This well-known airline has 47 flights each month from Washington to San José.

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