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 $173 One Way, $368 Round Trip

Prices starting at $368 for return flights and $173 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.

Wed, Oct 28 - Sat, Nov 7
IAD
Washington
SJO
San José
$368 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$368
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Oct 28 from Washington to San José, returning Sat, Nov 7, priced at $368 found 2 days ago
Wed, Oct 28 - Sat, Nov 7
IAD
Washington
SJO
San José
$378 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$378
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Oct 28 from Washington to San José, returning Sat, Nov 7, priced at $378 found 2 days ago
Tue, Nov 17 - Fri, Nov 20
IAD
Washington
SJO
San José
$383 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$383
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Nov 17 from Washington to San José, returning Fri, Nov 20, priced at $383 found 1 day ago
Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13
IAD
Washington
SJO
San José
$386 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$386
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Copa flight, departing Tue, Oct 6 from Washington to San José, returning Tue, Oct 13, priced at $386 found 2 hours ago
Fri, Mar 5 - Sat, Mar 13
IAD
Washington
SJO
San José
$408 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$408
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select avianca flight, departing Fri, Mar 5 from Washington to San José, returning Sat, Mar 13, priced at $408 found 3 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
$93 nightly
The price is $105 total per night from Sep 28 to Sep 29
$105 total
Sep 28 - Sep 29
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! (1,181 reviews)
"Everything was perfect. It will be good to add some varieties to the breakfast menu."

Reviewed on Sep 10, 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 18 to Sep 19
$131 total
Sep 18 - Sep 19
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! (1,000 reviews)
"-"

Reviewed on Sep 10, 2026

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 15 to Sep 16
$129 total
Sep 15 - Sep 16
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
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
$93 nightly
The price is $105 total per night from Sep 28 to Sep 29
$105 total
Sep 28 - Sep 29
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! (1,181 reviews)
"Everything was perfect. It will be good to add some varieties to the breakfast menu."

Reviewed on Sep 10, 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
$94 nightly
The price is $106 total per night from Oct 11 to Oct 12
$106 total
Oct 11 - Oct 12
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! (2,145 reviews)
"We were very surprised how well kept and beautiful this Barcelo is compared to others we've had stayed. Based on what we paid; the room was great value for money We did find dining expensive. Dinner and breakfast is what we had but found it not good value for money"

Reviewed on Sep 11, 2026

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
$111 nightly
The price is $125 total per night from Sep 18 to Sep 19
$125 total
Sep 18 - Sep 19
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! (1,004 reviews)
"The hotel was clean well maintained and overall a wonderful experience. Breakfast was also great 👍"

Reviewed on Sep 11, 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 18 to Sep 19
$131 total
Sep 18 - Sep 19
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! (1,000 reviews)
"-"

Reviewed on Sep 10, 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
$94 nightly
The price is $106 total per night from Oct 11 to Oct 12
$106 total
Oct 11 - Oct 12
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! (2,145 reviews)
"We were very surprised how well kept and beautiful this Barcelo is compared to others we've had stayed. Based on what we paid; the room was great value for money We did find dining expensive. Dinner and breakfast is what we had but found it not good value for money"

Reviewed on Sep 11, 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
$105 nightly
The price is $119 total per night from Sep 12 to Sep 13
$119 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! (1,002 reviews)
"Great location close to the airport. Great security and customer service. Love the hotel cats and beautiful landscaping. They even have a delicious restaurant right next door!"

Reviewed on Sep 11, 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
$63 nightly
The price is $71 total per night from Sep 12 to Sep 13
$71 total
Sep 12 - Sep 13
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 Sep 12 to Sep 13
$86 total
Sep 12 - Sep 13
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)
"Tout est très bien sauf la musique forte de midi à la nuit qui empèche de se reposer dans la journée. La baffe du second étage semble de trop surtout qu'il n'y a pas de repas de 14h à 18h. Sinon tout le staff est très sympa et souriant."

Reviewed on Sep 3, 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 12 to Sep 13
$86 total
Sep 12 - Sep 13
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

Travelers say...
"Tout est très bien sauf la musique forte de midi à la nuit qui empèche de se reposer dans la journée. La baffe du second étage semble de trop surtout qu'il n'y a pas de repas de 14h à 18h. Sinon tout le staff est très sympa et souriant."

Reviewed on Sep 3, 2026

Hotel Luisiana
Trapp Family Country Inn

Trapp Family Country Inn

3 out of 5
400m west of soccer field San Antonio Alajuela
$87 nightly
The price is $98 total per night from Oct 11 to Oct 12
$98 total
Oct 11 - Oct 12
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.

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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