How many flights depart from Central America to California on average per day?

As of August 2025, 33 flights take off from Central America and land in California each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 5:00PM, with 37% of daily flights taking off at noon.

What airlines fly to California?

Avianca, United Airlines and Volaris El Salvador are the top three most popular airlines that fly to California from Central America according to our data. Avianca is the first choice among our users, with 45% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to California. Keep in mind that there are 12 different airlines that fly to California on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from Central America to California on average per week?

As of August 2025, there are 235 flights per week flying from Central America to California. The most common day of the week flights depart is Tue, with 18% of flights taking off on this day.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Central America to California?

Volaris Costa Rica, Spirit Airlines, and Volaris El Salvador are the most popular carriers operating from Central America to California

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

Prices for flights from Central America to California were last updated today.

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

As of August 2025, there are 12 operators available to choose from for flights from Central America to California.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Central America to California.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to California can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at California. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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5:45 pm - 9:59 pmSAL-LAX

5h 14mnonstop

11:39 pm - 5:38 amLAX-SAL

4h 59mnonstop

$192Volaris El Salvador

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Fri, Oct 3 - Mon, Oct 13

5:13 pm - 9:16 pmGUA-LAX

5h 03mnonstop

10:49 pm - 4:33 amLAX-GUA

4h 44mnonstop

$194Volaris Costa Rica

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5:13 pm - 9:16 pmGUA-LAX

5h 03mnonstop

10:49 pm - 4:33 amLAX-GUA

4h 44mnonstop

$195Volaris Costa Rica

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Thu, Sep 18 - Sat, Sep 27

10:00 am - 9:55 pmGUA-ONT

12h 55m1 stop

11:25 pm - 9:05 amONT-GUA

8h 40m1 stop

$209Avianca

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Thu, Sep 11 - Tue, Sep 16

5:20 am - 9:55 pmGUA-ONT

17h 35m1 stop

11:25 pm - 9:05 amONT-GUA

8h 40m1 stop

$219Avianca

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1:30 pm - 8:45 amSJO-LAS

20h 15m2 stops

12:59 am - 12:26 pmLAS-SJO

10h 27m1 stop

$229United Airlines

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8:37 am - 12:44 amSJO-LAS

17h 07m1 stop

12:59 am - 12:26 pmLAS-SJO

10h 27m1 stop

$238United Airlines

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1:11 am - 5:27 pmSJO-SFO

17h 16m2 stops

9:12 am - 12:38 amSFO-SJO

13h 26m1 stop

$346Alaska Airlines

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1:11 am - 5:27 pmSJO-SFO

17h 16m2 stops

8:00 am - 12:38 amSFO-SJO

14h 38m2 stops

$356Alaska Airlines

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Tue, Oct 28 - Tue, Nov 11

1:05 pm - 10:23 pmGUA-ONT

10h 18m1 stop

10:00 pm - 11:30 amONT-GUA

12h 30m1 stop

$423Delta

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Volaris Costa Rica flights from Central America to California

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Volaris Costa Rica

Sep 18

GUA5:13 pmGuatemala City La Aurora

5h 03m

LAX9:16 pmLos Angeles

Sep 29

LAX10:49 pmLos Angeles

4h 44m

GUA4:33 amGuatemala City La Aurora

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Volaris Costa Rica

Sep 18

GUA5:13 pmGuatemala City La Aurora

5h 03m

LAX9:16 pmLos Angeles

Sep 27

LAX10:49 pmLos Angeles

4h 44m

GUA4:33 amGuatemala City La Aurora

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Sep 18

GUA5:13 pmGuatemala City La Aurora

5h 03m

LAX9:16 pmLos Angeles

Sep 28

LAX10:49 pmLos Angeles

4h 44m

GUA4:33 amGuatemala City La Aurora

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Volaris El Salvador

Oct 3

SAL5:45 pmSan Salvador El Salvador Intl

5h 14m

LAX9:59 pmLos Angeles

Oct 13

LAX11:39 pmLos Angeles

4h 59m

SAL5:38 amSan Salvador El Salvador Intl

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Oct 3

SAL5:45 pmSan Salvador El Salvador Intl

5h 14m

LAX9:59 pmLos Angeles

Oct 19

LAX11:39 pmLos Angeles

4h 59m

SAL5:38 amSan Salvador El Salvador Intl

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Oct 10

SAL5:45 pmSan Salvador El Salvador Intl

5h 14m

LAX9:59 pmLos Angeles

Oct 13

LAX11:39 pmLos Angeles

4h 59m

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11:25 pm-9:05 am

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Fri 9/19

1:30 pm-8:45 am

2 stops20h 15m

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1 stop10h 27m

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8:37 am-12:44 am

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12:59 am-12:26 pm

1 stop10h 27m

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9:12 am-12:38 am

1 stop13h 26m

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1:11 am-5:27 pm

2 stops17h 16m

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8:00 am-12:38 am

2 stops14h 38m

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1:05 pm-10:23 pm

1 stop10h 18m

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10:00 pm-11:30 am

1 stop12h 30m

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The month of September is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from Central America averaging around $352.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to California?

The cheapest day to depart from Central America to California is on a Thursday. Travelers who choose to depart for California on a Thursday will often find tickets for as low as $495. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Monday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to California on Monday is $535.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to California?

The cheapest time of day to fly to California is at noon when flights can be purchased for as low as $285. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the evening when prices are $544 on average. Flights to California from Central America in the evening are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest Central America to California flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to California?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to California from Central America when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around $410 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to California from Central America for as low as $348 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Central America to California flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Central America to California flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Best Price Found	$117
Fastest flight time	4h 58m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in California	3 airports

The best one-way flight to California from Central America in the past 72 hours is $117. The best round-trip flight deal from Central America to California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $192.

The fastest flight from Central America to California takes 4h 58m

Direct flights go from Central America to California every day.

There are 3 airports near California: Los Angeles (LAX), Ontario (ONT), Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Central America to California?
Prices for flights from Central America to California were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Central America to California?
As of August 2025, there are 12 operators available to choose from for flights from Central America to California.
How old do you have to be to fly from Central America to California?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Central America to California.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to California can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at California. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from Central America to California?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Central America and California, the leading plane model is Airbus A320neo, making up 45.05% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 737 MAX 8 with 27.47%, Airbus A320-100/200 with 10.50%, and Boeing 737 MAX 9 with 8.50%.

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Volaris	PriceFrom $78	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 1,163 reviews	Search Volaris flights
Volaris El Salvador	PriceFrom $105	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 26 reviews	Search Volaris El Salvador flights
Copa Airlines	PriceFrom $108	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,500 reviews	Search Copa Airlines flights
Volaris Costa Rica	PriceFrom $128	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 79 reviews	Search Volaris Costa Rica flights
Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $139	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,051 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $148	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,916 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $151	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 7,985 reviews	Search Delta flights
Avianca	PriceFrom $168	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 2,394 reviews	Search Avianca flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $248	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $264	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 10,000 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Central America to California

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The month of September is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from Central America averaging around $352.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to California?

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to California?

What is the cheapest Central America to California flight route?

Fly from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to San Francisco for the best Central America - California flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to California?

What cabin class options are available on Central America to California flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Central America to California flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Central America to California flights?

You could potentially save up to 9% on your flight if you consider stops on a Central America to California flight.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Central America to California?

Volaris Costa Rica, Spirit Airlines, and Volaris El Salvador are the most popular carriers operating from Central America to California

What airlines fly to California?

How many flights depart from Central America to California on average per day?

As of August 2025, 33 flights take off from Central America and land in California each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 5:00PM, with 37% of daily flights taking off at noon.

How many flights depart from Central America to California on average per week?

As of August 2025, there are 235 flights per week flying from Central America to California. The most common day of the week flights depart is Tue, with 18% of flights taking off on this day.

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Best airlines flying from Central America to California

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

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I’m not ready to book a flight from Central America to California right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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