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Cheap round-trip flights

These are some of the best round-trip flight deals from the United States to Central America that have been recently found on momondo from popular airlines, departing in the coming months.

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Flying one-way? These are some of the best deals recently discovered on momondo for flights from the United States to Central America.

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11:06 pm - 4:57 amLAX-GUA
4h 51mnonstop
5:15 pm - 9:11 pmGUA-LAX
4h 56mnonstop
$143Volaris Costa Rica
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Thu, May 1 - Mon, May 5
2:19 am - 5:10 amJFK-SAL
4h 51mnonstop
5:17 pm - 12:09 amSAL-JFK
4h 52mnonstop
$149Volaris El Salvador
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Tue, May 6 - Thu, May 22
2:45 am - 4:30 pmJFK-PTY
13h 45m3 stops
1:30 pm - 1:00 amPTY-JFK
11h 30m3 stops
$186Avianca
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Sat, Jan 25 - Thu, Jan 30
2:45 am - 4:30 pmJFK-PTY
13h 45m3 stops
11:20 am - 9:50 pmPTY-JFK
10h 30m2 stops
$215Avianca
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Thu, Jan 16 - Wed, Jan 22
6:00 am - 1:27 pmJFK-SAL
8h 27m1 stop
2:52 pm - 12:42 amSAL-JFK
8h 50m1 stop
$242Delta
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Mon, Feb 3 - Wed, Feb 12
5:25 am - 12:14 pmJFK-SAL
7h 49m1 stop
1:14 pm - 9:53 amSAL-JFK
19h 39m2 stops
$247American Airlines
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Wed, Jan 22 - Tue, Jan 28
5:25 am - 2:40 pmJFK-SAL
10h 15m1 stop
2:45 pm - 1:30 pmSAL-JFK
21h 45m1 stop
$248American Airlines
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Tue, Feb 11 - Thu, Feb 27
11:04 pm - 5:48 amLAX-GUA
4h 44mnonstop
2:40 am - 6:04 amGUA-LAX
5h 24mnonstop
$250United Airlines
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Mon, Jan 20 - Thu, Jan 23
6:00 am - 5:29 pmLAX-GUA
9h 29m1 stop
2:40 am - 6:04 amGUA-LAX
5h 24mnonstop
$266United Airlines
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Mon, Jan 20 - Thu, Jan 23
7:17 am - 1:27 pmIAD-SAL
7h 10m1 stop
2:52 pm - 12:22 amSAL-IAD
8h 30m1 stop
$309Delta
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Thu, Jan 30 - Thu, Feb 6
11:06 pm - 4:57 amLAX-GUA
4h 51mnonstop
$51Volaris Costa Rica
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Mon, Apr 28
2:00 pm - 4:17 pmIAD-SAL
4h 17mnonstop
$52Volaris El Salvador
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Tue, May 20
3:30 am - 6:20 amJFK-SAL
4h 50mnonstop
$91Avianca
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Sun, Apr 27
7:30 pm - 12:29 pmJFK-SAL
17h 59m2 stops
$96American Airlines
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Sat, Jan 25
1:55 pm - 8:25 pmLAX-GUA
4h 30mnonstop
$98Avianca
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Tue, Mar 4
5:25 am - 12:29 pmJFK-SAL
8h 04m1 stop
$98American Airlines
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Sun, Jan 19
8:25 am - 9:19 pmIAD-SAL
13h 54m1 stop
$105United Airlines
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Tue, Mar 4
11:04 pm - 5:48 amLAX-GUA
4h 44mnonstop
$105United Airlines
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Tue, Feb 4
12:24 pm - 9:52 pmJFK-SJO
10h 28m1 stop
$122Delta
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Wed, Mar 5
6:00 am - 1:27 pmJFK-SAL
8h 27m1 stop
$126Delta
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Fri, Jan 31
6:10 am - 6:10 pmIAD-SAL
13h 00m2 stops
9:20 am - 2:30 pmSAL-IAD
4h 10mnonstop
$219Avianca
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Mon, Dec 9 - Tue, Dec 24
1:00 pm - 4:38 pmIAD-SAL
4h 38mnonstop
5:50 pm - 10:57 pmSAL-IAD
4h 07mnonstop
$263Volaris El Salvador
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Fri, Dec 6 - Mon, Dec 9
1:36 pm - 9:57 pmJFK-SJO
9h 21m1 stop
2:13 pm - 12:06 amSJO-JFK
8h 53m1 stop
$282Delta
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Fri, Dec 6 - Tue, Dec 10
2:35 pm - 8:08 amJFK-SJO
18h 33m1 stop
10:55 am - 11:54 pmSJO-JFK
11h 59m1 stop
$288Copa Airlines
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Sat, Dec 7 - Fri, Dec 13
6:28 am - 7:38 pmMIA-PTY
13h 10m1 stop
4:40 pm - 8:03 pmPTY-MIA
27h 23m1 stop
$293United Airlines
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Tue, Dec 10 - Thu, Dec 12
1:36 pm - 9:57 pmJFK-SJO
9h 21m1 stop
2:13 pm - 12:06 amSJO-JFK
8h 53m1 stop
$295Delta
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Fri, Dec 6 - Sat, Dec 14
1:09 am - 8:08 amJFK-SJO
7h 59m1 stop
5:20 pm - 2:59 amSJO-JFK
8h 39m1 stop
$302Copa Airlines
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Tue, Dec 10 - Mon, Dec 16
8:00 am - 8:50 pmJFK-SJO
13h 50m2 stops
7:00 am - 10:48 pmSJO-JFK
14h 48m1 stop
$333American Airlines
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Fri, Dec 6 - Sat, Dec 14
8:00 am - 8:50 pmJFK-SJO
13h 50m2 stops
7:00 am - 10:48 pmSJO-JFK
14h 48m1 stop
$334American Airlines
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Fri, Dec 6 - Sat, Dec 14
10:44 pm - 6:25 amLAX-SJO
5h 41mnonstop
6:40 am - 11:07 amSJO-LAX
6h 27mnonstop
$372United Airlines
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Sat, Dec 7 - Sat, Dec 14
11:06 pm - 4:57 amLAX-GUA
4h 51mnonstop
5:15 pm - 9:11 pmGUA-LAX
4h 56mnonstop
$143Volaris Costa Rica
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Thu, May 1 - Mon, May 5
2:19 am - 5:10 amJFK-SAL
4h 51mnonstop
5:17 pm - 12:09 amSAL-JFK
4h 52mnonstop
$149Volaris El Salvador
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Tue, May 6 - Thu, May 22
2:35 am - 6:30 amJFK-SAL
4h 55mnonstop
10:55 pm - 4:25 amSAL-JFK
4h 30mnonstop
$228Avianca
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Sat, Feb 22 - Fri, Mar 7
2:35 am - 6:30 amJFK-SAL
4h 55mnonstop
7:45 pm - 1:15 amSAL-JFK
4h 30mnonstop
$236Avianca
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Sat, Feb 22 - Wed, Mar 5
11:04 pm - 5:48 amLAX-GUA
4h 44mnonstop
2:40 am - 6:04 amGUA-LAX
5h 24mnonstop
$250United Airlines
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Mon, Jan 20 - Sat, Mar 1
11:04 pm - 5:48 amLAX-GUA
4h 44mnonstop
2:40 am - 6:04 amGUA-LAX
5h 24mnonstop
$270United Airlines
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Sun, Jan 19 - Tue, Jan 28
12:19 pm - 3:49 pmMIA-PTY
3h 30mnonstop
4:40 pm - 7:55 pmPTY-MIA
3h 15mnonstop
$289American Airlines
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Fri, Jan 31 - Wed, Feb 5
10:19 am - 1:29 pmMIA-PTY
3h 10mnonstop
2:35 pm - 5:45 pmPTY-MIA
3h 10mnonstop
$334American Airlines
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Mon, Jan 20 - Thu, Feb 6
11:35 pm - 6:17 amLAX-GUA
4h 42mnonstop
8:20 am - 11:52 amGUA-LAX
5h 32mnonstop
$391Delta
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Thu, Jan 16 - Tue, Jan 28
11:35 pm - 6:17 amLAX-GUA
4h 42mnonstop
8:20 am - 11:52 amGUA-LAX
5h 32mnonstop
$421Delta
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Thu, Jan 9 - Tue, Jan 28

Flight prices to countries in Central America

Interested in flights to Central America? Find the countries in Central America that you can fly to for the biggest bang for your buck

Price

$526 - $844

CHEAPEST COUNTRYEl Salvador23% cheaperUsers typically spent $156 less on flights to El Salvador
MOST EXPENSIVE COUNTRYPanama24% more expensiveUsers typically spent $162 more on trips to Panama
MOST POPULAR COUNTRY TO FLY TOCosta Rica155% more popularAs a popular travel destination, more of our users plan to visit Costa Rica than any other country in Central America

Where are the most popular flight destinations in Central America?

The most popular flight destination in Central America, according to our users, is Costa Rica, followed by El Salvador, Guatemala, Panama and Honduras.

Cheapest flights to cities in Central America

Click on the cities below to find out when it's cheapest to fly to Central America from United States
San José, San José Province
Central America

Cheapest flight to Central America from San José, San José Province

Guatemala City

When booking a flight to Central America, the best-priced flight will typically be to Guatemala City for $134, which is 72% less than the continental average.

Most expensive flight to Central America from San José, San José Province

Coxen Hole

Flights to Central America are typically 76% more expensive when flying to Coxen Hole, where the average price is $475


Cheap Central America flight deals and tips

Summary info about Central America flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

$51

Best Round-Trip Price

$143

Fastest flight time

4h 17m

Popular in

December
The best one-way flight price to Central America from United States in the last 72 hours is $51 (Los Angeles to Guatemala City La Aurora).
The best round-trip flight price to Central America from United States in the last 72 hours is $143 (Los Angeles to Guatemala City La Aurora).
The fastest flight to Central America from United States takes 4h 17m (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to San Salvador El Salvador Intl).
December has the highest demand for flights to Central America, with a 5% price increase on average.

Frequently asked questions about flying to Central America

Where is it cheapest to fly into Central America?

If you're headed to Central America, consider flying into San Salvador El Salvador Intl airport in San Salvador for the best deals, with an average airfare of $61. Alternatively, Guatemala City La Aurora airport in Guatemala City is a close second for cheapest flights to Central America with an average airfare of $67.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Central America?

Prices for flights to Central America are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Central America?

How old do you have to be to fly to Central America?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel to Central America.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Central America?

The required travel and health documents for your Central America trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Central America. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.


Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Central America?

momondo compares prices from hundreds of airlines and agents so you can find and book the best deal on flights to Central America. Millions of users trust and use momondo every year so you are in good company.

Can I find flights to Central America with flexible booking policies on momondo?

momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Central America which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

How can momondo help me find flights to Central America?

momondo provides multiple filters to help you find the best flight to Central America. Filter by price, airline, airports, cabin, aircraft, payment method, number of stops and more.

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Cheapest flight routes to Central America

These routes have the cheapest flights to Central America found by momondo users in United States
DepartingDestinationBest TimeBest Price
MiamiSan Salvador2h 40m$133
MiamiSan Pedro Sula2h 24m$142
Los AngelesGuatemala City4h 30m$143
Los AngelesSan Salvador4h 49m$155
Washington, D.C.San Salvador4h 17m$155
Fort LauderdaleSan José2h 50m$158
Washington, D.C.San Pedro Sula7h 27m$158
Washington, D.C.Guatemala City4h 30m$160
HoustonSan José3h 25m$162
HoustonSan Salvador2h 55m$163
Los AngelesSan Pedro Sula7h 31m$163
HoustonSan Pedro Sula2h 47m$165
BostonSan Salvador5h 25m$167
CharlotteGuatemala City6h 23m$170
MiamiGuatemala City2h 40m$173
CharlotteSan Pedro Sula7h 00m$173