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 $168 One Way, $366 Round Trip

Prices starting at $366 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.

Sat, Oct 31 - Sat, Nov 7
IAD
Washington
SJO
San José
$366 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$366
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Copa flight, departing Sat, Oct 31 from Washington to San José, returning Sat, Nov 7, priced at $366 found 1 hour ago
Wed, Oct 28 - Sun, Nov 1
IAD
Washington
SJO
San José
$378 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$378
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Oct 28 from Washington to San José, returning Sun, Nov 1, priced at $378 found 3 hours ago
Sun, May 16 - Thu, May 27
IAD
Washington
SJO
San José
$378 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$378
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sun, May 16 from Washington to San José, returning Thu, May 27, priced at $378 found 2 days ago
Wed, Oct 7 - Mon, Oct 12
IAD
Washington
SJO
San José
$383 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$383
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 7 from Washington to San José, returning Mon, Oct 12, priced at $383 found 17 hours ago
Wed, Sep 23 - Sat, Sep 26
IAD
Washington
SJO
San José
$408 Roundtrip, just found
$408
Roundtrip
just found
Select avianca flight, departing Wed, Sep 23 from Washington to San José, returning Sat, Sep 26, priced at $408 just found

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 Sep 14 to Sep 15
$114 total
Sep 14 - Sep 15
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! (1,177 reviews)
"Everything is great , the staff very friendly 100 %"

Reviewed on Aug 31, 2026

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
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
$116 nightly
The price is $131 total per night from Sep 11 to Sep 12
$131 total
Sep 11 - Sep 12
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 ...
Courtyard 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 Sep 4 to Sep 5
$129 total
Sep 4 - Sep 5
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! (2,664 reviews)
"Es un hotel apropiado para una estancia muy, muy, muy corta. No hay una buena atención al cliente, el servicio de restaurante no se abre al huésped en horas en que debería estar en servicio. En nuestro caso no estaba abierto por estar celebrando una reunión de un cumpleaños de un pequeño grupo de ..."

Reviewed on Sep 1, 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.

Hotels In San José

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 Sep 14 to Sep 15
$114 total
Sep 14 - Sep 15
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! (1,177 reviews)
"Everything is great , the staff very friendly 100 %"

Reviewed on Aug 31, 2026

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
$76 nightly
The price is $86 total per night from Sep 5 to Sep 6
$86 total
Sep 5 - Sep 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. ...
Barceló San José
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
$103 nightly
The price is $116 total per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
$116 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
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. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,012 reviews)
"I have been staying here for 20+ years! Love the staff and service."

Reviewed on Aug 31, 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
$116 nightly
The price is $131 total per night from Sep 11 to Sep 12
$131 total
Sep 11 - Sep 12
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 ...
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
$76 nightly
The price is $86 total per night from Sep 5 to Sep 6
$86 total
Sep 5 - Sep 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. ...
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
$108 nightly
The price is $122 total per night from Sep 12 to Sep 13
$122 total
Sep 12 - Sep 13
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Hauler convenient and everyone was really nice"

Reviewed on Aug 31, 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
$64 nightly
The price is $73 total per night from Sep 23 to Sep 24
$73 total
Sep 23 - Sep 24
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! (750 reviews)
"Breakfast Fantastic! The whole experience is always wonderful. I have been staying at La Guaria Inn and Suites for years! My 100% Go To Place when in Alajuela! Love it! Close to airport as well and Center of Alajuela . Perfectness!"

Reviewed on Aug 21, 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
$77 nightly
The price is $86 total per night from Sep 2 to Sep 3
$86 total
Sep 2 - Sep 3
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! (1,003 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
$77 nightly
The price is $86 total per night from Sep 2 to Sep 3
$86 total
Sep 2 - Sep 3
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! (1,003 reviews)

Families like: Kids pool, bicycle rentals nearby

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
$84 nightly
The price is $95 total per night from Oct 1 to Oct 2
$95 total
Oct 1 - Oct 2
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! (713 reviews)
"Clean room close to the airport. Checked out early but missed ouylt on breakfast (no take way option) and dinner was not available due to staffing issues. This was disappointing as we had to order takeaway at our expense and late on the evening. Pool looked nice though but I did not get to use it ..."

Reviewed on Aug 31, 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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