What airlines fly to Central America?

American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Central America from Iowa according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 48% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Central America. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Central America on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

United Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Iowa to Central America

How long is the flight from Iowa to Central America?

Average flight duration from Iowa to Central America depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Cedar Rapids to Incheon Intl Airport is 17h 30m on average, while flying from Des Moines to Incheon Intl Airport is 19h 10m on average. Incheon Intl Airport is the most popular airport in Central America.

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

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

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

As of August 2025, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Iowa to Central America.

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

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 Iowa to Central America.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Central America 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 Central America. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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6:15 am - 4:00 pmDSM-SAL

10h 45m1 stop

8:00 am - 10:28 pmSAL-DSM

13h 28m1 stop

$337

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Wed, Sep 17 - Wed, Sep 24

6:15 am - 4:00 pmDSM-SAL

10h 45m1 stop

8:00 am - 10:28 pmSAL-DSM

13h 28m1 stop

$344

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Wed, Aug 27 - Tue, Sep 9

5:25 am - 12:24 pmOMA-SAL

7h 59m1 stop

2:39 pm - 11:59 pmSAL-OMA

9h 20m1 stop

$398Delta

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Tue, Oct 21 - Tue, Nov 4

6:23 pm - 11:40 amOMA-SAL

18h 17m2 stops

2:27 pm - 11:30 pmSAL-OMA

9h 03m1 stop

$402American Airlines

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Tue, Oct 21 - Tue, Nov 4

3:06 pm - 8:17 pmOMA-SAL

6h 11m1 stop

2:50 pm - 10:07 pmSAL-OMA

7h 17m1 stop

$411United Airlines

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Wed, Oct 22 - Mon, Nov 3

7:50 am - 12:06 pmOMA-SAL

29h 16m2 stops

3:00 am - 11:30 pmSAL-OMA

20h 30m2 stops

$415United Airlines

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Wed, Oct 22 - Sun, Nov 2

11:51 am - 11:35 amOMA-SAL

24h 44m2 stops

12:35 pm - 2:06 pmSAL-OMA

24h 31m2 stops

$437American Airlines

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Tue, Sep 2 - Tue, Sep 9

6:39 pm - 12:56 pmDSM-PTY

18h 17m1 stop

2:21 pm - 10:43 pmPTY-DSM

8h 22m1 stop

$461Delta

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Fri, Oct 10 - Fri, Oct 17

6:20 pm - 12:28 pmDSM-GUA

43h 08m2 stops

1:49 pm - 1:40 pmGUA-DSM

22h 51m2 stops

$553Frontier

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Fri, Aug 29 - Sat, Sep 6

3:23 pm - 12:18 pmDSM-GUA

21h 55m2 stops

1:49 pm - 1:40 pmGUA-DSM

22h 51m2 stops

$612Frontier

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Sun, Aug 31 - Sat, Sep 6

Alaska Airlines flights from Iowa to Central America

Our best Alaska Airlines deals on Iowa to Central America flight tickets

Alaska Airlines

Oct 17

OMA3:06 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

28h 58m

2 stops

SJO7:04 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Oct 26

SJO1:11 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

35h 58m

2 stops

OMA2:09 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

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Alaska Airlines

Oct 17

OMA3:06 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

28h 58m

2 stops

SJO7:04 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Oct 26

SJO1:11 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

35h 58m

2 stops

OMA2:09 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

$639

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Alaska Airlines

Nov 11

OMA3:05 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

33h 33m

2 stops

SJO12:38 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Nov 17

SJO1:58 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

36h 11m

2 stops

OMA2:09 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

$715

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American Airlines flights from Iowa to Central America

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American Airlines

Oct 21

OMA6:23 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

18h 17m

2 stops

SAL11:40 amSan Salvador El Salvador Intl

Nov 4

SAL2:27 pmSan Salvador El Salvador Intl

9h 03m

1 stop

OMA11:30 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

$402

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American Airlines

Sep 2

OMA11:51 amOmaha Eppley Airfield

24h 44m

2 stops

SAL11:35 amSan Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sep 9

SAL12:35 pmSan Salvador El Salvador Intl

24h 31m

2 stops

OMA2:06 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

$437

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American Airlines

Sep 18

DSM6:11 pmDes Moines

18h 24m

2 stops

SAL11:35 amSan Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sep 25

SAL12:35 pmSan Salvador El Salvador Intl

19h 29m

2 stops

DSM9:04 amDes Moines

$438

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Des MoinesSan Salvador

DSM - SAL

DSMSAL

Des Moines

Wed 9/17

6:15 am-4:00 pm

1 stop10h 45m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 9/24

8:00 am-10:28 pm

1 stop13h 28m

$337

Des MoinesSan Salvador

DSM - SAL

DSMSAL

Des Moines

Wed 8/27

6:15 am-4:00 pm

1 stop10h 45m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 9/9

8:00 am-10:28 pm

1 stop13h 28m

$344

OmahaSan Salvador

OMA - SAL

OMASAL

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 10/21

5:25 am-12:24 pm

1 stop7h 59m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 11/4

2:39 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 20m

$398

OmahaSan Salvador

OMA - SAL

OMASAL

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 10/21

6:23 pm-11:40 am

2 stops18h 17m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 11/4

2:27 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop9h 03m

$402

OmahaSan Salvador

OMA - SAL

OMASAL

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 10/22

3:06 pm-8:17 pm

1 stop6h 11m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 11/3

2:50 pm-10:07 pm

1 stop7h 17m

$411

OmahaSan Salvador

OMA - SAL

OMASAL

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 10/22

7:50 am-12:06 pm

2 stops29h 16m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 11/2

3:00 am-11:30 pm

2 stops20h 30m

$415

OmahaSan Salvador

OMA - SAL

OMASAL

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 9/2

11:51 am-11:35 am

2 stops24h 44m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 9/9

12:35 pm-2:06 pm

2 stops24h 31m

$437

Des MoinesPanama City

DSM - PTY

DSMPTY

Des Moines

Fri 10/10

6:39 pm-12:56 pm

1 stop18h 17m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 10/17

2:21 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop8h 22m

$461

Des MoinesGuatemala City

DSM - GUA

DSMGUA

Des Moines

Fri 8/29

6:20 pm-12:28 pm

2 stops43h 08m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sat 9/6

1:49 pm-1:40 pm

2 stops22h 51m

$553

Des MoinesGuatemala City

DSM - GUA

DSMGUA

Des Moines

Sun 8/31

3:23 pm-12:18 pm

2 stops21h 55m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sat 9/6

1:49 pm-1:40 pm

2 stops22h 51m

$612

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Central America?

In general, November is the cheapest month to fly from Iowa to Central America. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $581. If you don’t want to visit Central America in November, then you should wait until August to fly from Iowa, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $587.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Central America?

The cheapest day to depart from Iowa to Central America is on a Tuesday. Travelers who choose to depart for Central America on a Tuesday will often find tickets for as low as $517. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to depart from Iowa because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $762.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Iowa to Central America flights are usually those with departure times in the afternoon. Our users have found flights to Central America in the afternoon for as low as $589. Try not to purchase tickets at noon because they tend to be around $736. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Central America?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Central America from Iowa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Central America for around $692 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Central America from Iowa for as low as $498 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 13% on your flight if you consider stops on a Iowa to Central America flight.

Cheap Iowa to Central America flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found	$145
Fastest flight time	6h 09m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Central America	5 airports

The best one-way flight to Central America from Iowa in the past 72 hours is $145. The best round-trip flight deal from Iowa to Central America found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $337.

The fastest flight from Iowa to Central America takes 6h 09m

There are no direct flights from Iowa to Central America. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Des Moines Airport - San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport, Des Moines Airport - San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport and Des Moines Airport - Guatemala City La Aurora Airport.

There are 5 airports near Central America: Guatemala City La Aurora (GUA), Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY), San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO), Belize City Philip S.W.Goldson (BZE), San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Iowa to Central America?
Prices for flights from Iowa to Central America were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Iowa to Central America?
As of August 2025, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Iowa to Central America.
How old do you have to be to fly from Iowa to Central America?
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 Iowa to Central America.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Central America?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Central America 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 Central America. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from Iowa to Central America

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Delta	PriceFrom $251	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 7,987 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $369	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,912 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $427	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

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