Cheap flights from San Diego to Central America from $135

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Copa Airlines Logo
8:16 pm - 12:41 pm
SAN
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SAL
14h 25m1 stop
Copa Airlines Logo
7:30 am - 5:13 pm
SAL
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SAN
11h 43m1 stop
$280Copa Airlines
Fri, Jan 30 - Mon, Feb 2
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8:16 pm - 10:00 am
SAN
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SJO
11h 44m1 stop
Copa Airlines Logo
10:08 am - 5:13 pm
SJO
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SAN
9h 05m1 stop
$294Copa Airlines
Wed, Jan 28 - Fri, Feb 6
Copa Airlines Logo
8:16 pm - 4:46 pm
SAN
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SJO
18h 30m2 stops
Copa Airlines Logo
5:50 am - 5:13 pm
SJO
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SAN
13h 23m1 stop
$299Copa Airlines
Wed, Jan 28 - Fri, Feb 6
United Airlines Logo
6:00 pm - 8:32 am
SAN
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SJO
12h 32m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 4:36 pm
SJO
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SAN
9h 51m1 stop
$306United Airlines
Thu, Jan 22 - Thu, Jan 29
American Airlines Logo
10:09 am - 11:43 pm
SAN
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SJO
11h 34m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 8:36 pm
SJO
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SAN
16h 36m2 stops
$311American Airlines
Fri, Jan 23 - Tue, Jan 27
United Airlines Logo
7:44 pm - 7:15 am
SAN
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SJO
10h 31m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
12:30 am - 11:07 am
SJO
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SAN
11h 37m1 stop
$317United Airlines
Tue, Jun 2 - Tue, Jun 9
Frontier Logo
6:30 am - 11:36 am
SAN
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SAL
27h 06m2 stops
Frontier Logo
12:51 pm - 3:11 pm
SAL
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SAN
28h 20m2 stops
$321Frontier
Fri, Jan 23 - Sat, Jan 31
American Airlines Logo
6:20 am - 10:30 pm
SAN
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SJO
14h 10m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:09 pm
SJO
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SAN
19h 09m1 stop
$326American Airlines
Sun, Jan 25 - Tue, Feb 10
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7:35 am - 5:55 am
SAN
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SAL
20h 20m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:05 am - 8:00 pm
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13h 55m1 stop
$340Multiple Airlines
Sat, Feb 21 - Wed, Mar 4
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7:35 am - 6:30 am
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20h 55m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:40 pm - 7:35 pm
SAL
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22h 55m1 stop
$348Multiple Airlines
Sat, Feb 21 - Wed, Mar 4

United Airlines flights from San Diego to Central America

Our best United Airlines deals on San Diego to Central America flight tickets
United Airlines
Jan 22
SAN6:00 pmSan Diego
12h 32m
1 stop
SJO8:32 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Jan 29
SJO8:45 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
9h 51m
1 stop
SAN4:36 pmSan Diego
United Airlines
Jun 2
SAN7:44 pmSan Diego
10h 31m
1 stop
SJO7:15 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Jun 9
SJO12:30 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
11h 37m
1 stop
SAN11:07 amSan Diego
United Airlines
Jan 7
SAN7:52 pmSan Diego
10h 40m
1 stop
SJO8:32 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Jan 14
SJO8:45 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
13h 09m
2 stops
SAN7:54 pmSan Diego

American Airlines flights from San Diego to Central America

Our best American Airlines deals on San Diego to Central America flight tickets
American Airlines
Jan 23
SAN10:09 amSan Diego
11h 34m
2 stops
SJO11:43 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Jan 27
SJO6:00 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
16h 36m
2 stops
SAN8:36 pmSan Diego
American Airlines
Jan 25
SAN6:20 amSan Diego
14h 10m
1 stop
SJO10:30 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Feb 10
SJO6:00 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
19h 09m
1 stop
SAN11:09 pmSan Diego
American Airlines
Feb 3
SAN6:15 amSan Diego
14h 15m
2 stops
SJO10:30 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Feb 11
SJO6:00 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
19h 09m
1 stop
SAN11:09 pmSan Diego

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Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoSan Salvador

SAN - SAL

SANSAL

San Diego

Fri 1/30

8:16 pm-12:41 pm

1 stop14h 25m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 2/2

7:30 am-5:13 pm

1 stop11h 43m

$280

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Wed 1/28

8:16 pm-10:00 am

1 stop11h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/6

10:08 am-5:13 pm

1 stop9h 05m

$294

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Wed 1/28

8:16 pm-4:46 pm

2 stops18h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/6

5:50 am-5:13 pm

1 stop13h 23m

$299

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Thu 1/22

6:00 pm-8:32 am

1 stop12h 32m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 1/29

8:45 am-4:36 pm

1 stop9h 51m

$306

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Fri 1/23

10:09 am-11:43 pm

2 stops11h 34m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 1/27

6:00 am-8:36 pm

2 stops16h 36m

$311

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Tue 6/2

7:44 pm-7:15 am

1 stop10h 31m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 6/9

12:30 am-11:07 am

1 stop11h 37m

$317

San DiegoSan Salvador

SAN - SAL

SANSAL

San Diego

Fri 1/23

6:30 am-11:36 am

2 stops27h 06m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 1/31

12:51 pm-3:11 pm

2 stops28h 20m

$321

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Sun 1/25

6:20 am-10:30 pm

1 stop14h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/10

6:00 am-11:09 pm

1 stop19h 09m

$326

San DiegoSan Salvador

SAN - SAL

SANSAL

San Diego

Sat 2/21

7:35 am-5:55 am

1 stop20h 20m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 3/4

8:05 am-8:00 pm

1 stop13h 55m

$340

San DiegoSan Salvador

SAN - SAL

SANSAL

San Diego

Sat 2/21

7:35 am-6:30 am

1 stop20h 55m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 3/4

10:40 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop22h 55m

$348

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Diego to Central America

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Central America?

In general, October is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Central America. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $311. If you don’t want to visit Central America in October, then you should wait until November to fly from San Diego, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $404.

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

The cheapest day to depart from San Diego to Central America is on a Monday. Travelers who choose to depart for Central America on a Monday will often find tickets for as low as $588. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to depart from San Diego because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $766.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest San Diego 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 $563. Try not to purchase tickets at noon because they tend to be around $672. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest San Diego to Central America flight route?

Fly from San Diego to Panama City Tocumen Intl for the best San Diego - Central America flight prices

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Central America from San Diego when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Central America for around $532 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Central America from San Diego for as low as $453 on momondo.

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

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on San Diego to Central America 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 San Diego to Central America flights?

You could potentially save up to 32% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Diego to Central America flight.

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Best Price Found

$209

Fastest flight time

6h 02m

Direct flights

Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu and Sat

Airports in Central America

103 airports
The best one-way flight to Central America from San Diego in the past 72 hours is $209. The best round-trip flight deal from San Diego to Central America found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $421.
The fastest flight from San Diego to Central America takes 6h 02m
Direct flights go from San Diego to Central America on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.
There are 103 airports in Central America. From San Diego there are direct flights to Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY).
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  • How old do you have to be to fly from San Diego Airport 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 San Diego Airport 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.

  • What is the most popular plane model from San Diego to Central America?

Best airlines flying from San Diego to Central America

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Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Copa AirlinesPriceFrom $167Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,559 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $311Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,116 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $347Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,019 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $351Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,067 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $511Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,257 reviews
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