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

Spirit Airlines, United Airlines, and Avianca are the most popular carriers operating from Central America to United States

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

84 flights are operational daily from Central America to United States as of February 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 1:00PM, with 45% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.

What airlines fly to United States?

Avianca, United Airlines and American Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to United States from Central America according to our data. Avianca is the first choice among our users, with 39% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to United States. Keep in mind that there are 13 different airlines that fly to United States on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

As of February 2026, there are 593 flights per week flying from Central America to United States. The most common day of the week flights depart is Fri, with 17% of flights taking off on this day.

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

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

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

As of February 2026, there are 13 operators available to choose from for flights from Central America to United States.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Central America to United States.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to United States?

The necessary travel and health documents for your United States trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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7:00 am - 12:22 pm

SJO

MCO

3h 22mnonstop

1:55 pm - 3:18 pm

MCO

SJO

3h 23mnonstop

$135Volaris Costa Rica

sex, jun 5 - sáb, jun 13

7:05 am - 12:20 pm

SJO

MCO

3h 15mnonstop

1:54 pm - 3:06 pm

MCO

SJO

3h 12mnonstop

$136Volaris Costa Rica

ter, mar 10 - ter, mar 31

12:31 pm - 5:30 pm

SJO

FLL

2h 59mnonstop

10:30 am - 11:14 am

FLL

SJO

2h 44mnonstop

$157Spirit Airlines

seg, mar 9 - qua, mar 18

12:31 pm - 5:30 pm

SJO

FLL

2h 59mnonstop

10:30 am - 11:14 am

FLL

SJO

2h 44mnonstop

$174Spirit Airlines

seg, mar 9 - qua, mar 18

4:35 pm - 2:50 am

SJO

MIA

8h 15m

2 stops

3:50 pm - 11:15 pm

MIA

SJO

9h 25m

2 stops

$177Avianca

ter, jul 7 - ter, jul 14

5:00 am - 4:20 pm

SJO

MIA

9h 20m

2 stops

2:25 pm - 3:30 pm

MIA

SJO

3h 05mnonstop

$194Avianca

qua, mar 11 - qui, mar 26

3:14 pm - 10:11 am

GUA

JFK

16h 57m

2 stops

6:34 pm - 11:50 am

JFK

GUA

19h 16m

1 stop

$247American Airlines

sáb, mai 2 - seg, mai 18

5:30 am - 9:29 pm

SJO

EWR

13h 59m

1 stop

7:07 am - 10:30 am

EWR

SJO

5h 23mnonstop

$250United Airlines

ter, mar 10 - seg, mar 23

11:50 am - 7:13 pm

SJO

EWR

5h 23mnonstop

8:50 pm - 10:11 am

EWR

SJO

15h 21m

1 stop

$255United Airlines

qui, abr 23 - sex, jun 19

11:35 pm - 11:34 am

SJO

JFK

9h 59m

1 stop

5:30 am - 11:07 am

JFK

SJO

7h 37m

1 stop

$261American Airlines

qua, abr 22 - sáb, mai 2

GOL flights from Central America to United States

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GOL

May 7

GUA3:14 pmGuatemala City La Aurora

2h 51m

MIA8:05 pmMiami

May 10

MIA5:52 pmMiami

2h 51m

GUA6:43 pmGuatemala City La Aurora

$222

GOL

Mar 12

GUA3:07 pmGuatemala City La Aurora

18h 57m

1 stop

LAX9:04 amLos Angeles

Apr 20

LAX9:41 pmLos Angeles

15h 21m

1 stop

GUA2:02 pmGuatemala City La Aurora

$313

Volaris El Salvador flights from Central America to United States

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Volaris El Salvador

Mar 2

SJO7:58 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

2h 54m

MIA11:52 amMiami

Mar 9

MIA2:24 pmMiami

2h 53m

SJO3:17 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

$182

Volaris El Salvador

Mar 6

SJO7:58 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

2h 54m

MIA11:52 amMiami

Mar 9

MIA2:24 pmMiami

2h 53m

SJO3:17 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

$184

Volaris El Salvador

Mar 6

SJO7:58 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

2h 54m

MIA11:52 amMiami

Mar 8

MIA2:24 pmMiami

2h 53m

SJO3:17 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

$195

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San JoséOrlando

SJO - MCO

SJOMCO

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

sex 6/5

7:00 am-12:22 pm

Nonstop3h 22m

Orlando

sáb 6/13

1:55 pm-3:18 pm

Nonstop3h 23m

$135

San JoséOrlando

SJO - MCO

SJOMCO

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

ter 3/10

7:05 am-12:20 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

Orlando

ter 3/31

1:54 pm-3:06 pm

Nonstop3h 12m

$136

San JoséFort Lauderdale

SJO - FLL

SJOFLL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

seg 3/9

12:31 pm-5:30 pm

Nonstop2h 59m

Fort Lauderdale

qua 3/18

10:30 am-11:14 am

Nonstop2h 44m

$157

San JoséFort Lauderdale

SJO - FLL

SJOFLL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

seg 3/9

12:31 pm-5:30 pm

Nonstop2h 59m

Fort Lauderdale

qua 3/18

10:30 am-11:14 am

Nonstop2h 44m

$174

San JoséMiami

SJO - MIA

SJOMIA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

ter 7/7

4:35 pm-2:50 am

2 stops8h 15m

Miami

ter 7/14

3:50 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops9h 25m

$177

San JoséMiami

SJO - MIA

SJOMIA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

qua 3/11

5:00 am-4:20 pm

2 stops9h 20m

Miami

qui 3/26

2:25 pm-3:30 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

$194

Guatemala CityNew York

GUA - JFK

GUAJFK

Guatemala City La Aurora

sáb 5/2

3:14 pm-10:11 am

2 stops16h 57m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

seg 5/18

6:34 pm-11:50 am

1 stop19h 16m

$247

San JoséNewark

SJO - EWR

SJOEWR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

ter 3/10

5:30 am-9:29 pm

1 stop13h 59m

Newark

seg 3/23

7:07 am-10:30 am

Nonstop5h 23m

$250

San JoséNewark

SJO - EWR

SJOEWR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

qui 4/23

11:50 am-7:13 pm

Nonstop5h 23m

Newark

sex 6/19

8:50 pm-10:11 am

1 stop15h 21m

$255

San JoséNew York

SJO - JFK

SJOJFK

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

qua 4/22

11:35 pm-11:34 am

1 stop9h 59m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

sáb 5/2

5:30 am-11:07 am

1 stop7h 37m

$261

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Central America to United States

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What is the cheapest month to fly to United States?

In general, October is the cheapest month to fly from Central America to United States. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $280. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of October, then book flights to United States from Central America during November instead. Flights to United States in November, while not as cheap as those in October, still average around $280.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to United States?

According to our data, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly to United States from Central America. The lowest ticket price found for a Wednesday departure recently was $381. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Monday because tickets tend to average around $470. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to United States.

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to United States is in the afternoon when flights can be purchased for as low as $318. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around $506. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest Central America to United States flight route?

Fly from San Salvador El Salvador Intl to Miami for the best Central America - United States flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to United States?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to United States from Central America when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to United States for around $354 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to United States from Central America for as low as $306 on momondo.

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Central America to United States 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 United States flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Central America to United States.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Central America to United States?
Prices for flights from Central America to United States are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Central America to United States?
As of February 2026, there are 13 operators available to choose from for flights from Central America to United States.
How old do you have to be to fly from Central America to United States?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Central America to United States.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to United States?
The necessary travel and health documents for your United States trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Central America to United States?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Central America to United States is Airbus A320neo, representing 35.10% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A320-100/200 at 20.63%, Boeing 737 MAX 8 at 20.35%, and Boeing 737 MAX 9 at 5.91%.

Best airlines flying from Central America to United States

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $35	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,494 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
Frontier	PriceFrom $59	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.7 3,041 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Copa Airlines	PriceFrom $86	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,557 reviews	Search Copa Airlines flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $94	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 2,895 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
Delta	PriceFrom $102	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,240 reviews	Search Delta flights
Volaris Costa Rica	PriceFrom $104	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 80 reviews	Search Volaris Costa Rica flights
Avianca	PriceFrom $108	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.5 2,495 reviews	Search Avianca flights
Volaris El Salvador	PriceFrom $108	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 29 reviews	Search Volaris El Salvador flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $134	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,362 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Volaris	PriceFrom $168	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 1,172 reviews	Search Volaris flights

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