Dulles to San José (Alajuela) (IAD–SJO) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Last scheduled nonstop: May 2026.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
IAD–SJO had nonstop service from United Airlines, last on the schedule in May 2026. There's no nonstop on it right now, so today you'd fly it with one stop. The connecting options below are sorted by layover. Nonstop, it's about 2,043 miles in 4h 56m.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 0 | – | – | Star Alliance | – |
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach San José (Alajuela) from Dulles
| Metric | IAD→SJO | BWI→SJO |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAD | – | 45 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | – | 1 |
| Weekly flights | – | 2 |
| Flight time | 4h 56m | 4h 45m |
| Departure OTP | 76% | – |
Travel Essentials
IAD: EDT · SJO: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Dulles, it's 4:00 PM in San José (Alajuela).
US passport holders enter Costa Rica visa-free for stays up to 180 days. No advance application is needed. Passport must be valid for at least one day beyond the date of entry. A return or onward ticket is required and airlines will check before boarding. Proof of funds (USD 100 per month of stay) may be requested at immigration.
WMATA Silver Line Metro now reaches Dulles directly; take Silver Line to Washington Dulles Airport station (about 65 min from Metro Center, ~$7). The connection opened in late 2022.Ride-shares from downtown DC run $35–60 and take 35–50 minutes via I-66 (longer during peak hours). Washington Flyer coach to Wiehle-Reston East Metro costs $6. The airport is 27 miles from downtown; taxis are expensive ($60–80).
IAD–SJO Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IAD to SJO
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) had nonstop service from United Airlines, last on the schedule in May 2026. The nonstop is dormant right now, so the way to fly it today is one connection, and the options above are sorted by layover.
IAD to SJO Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAD to SJO is about 4 hours 56 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 2,043 miles (3,288 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Charlotte Douglas, Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta and Fort Lauderdale Hollywood. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Baltimore (BWI).