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Cheap flights from San Diego to Central America from $137

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Copa Airlines Logo
8:12 pm - 12:39 pmSAN-SAL
14h 27m1 stop
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7:30 am - 5:37 pmSAL-SAN
12h 07m1 stop
$280Copa Airlines
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Mon, Dec 1 - Mon, Dec 15
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8:16 pm - 10:00 amSAN-SJO
11h 44m1 stop
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4:09 am - 5:13 pmSJO-SAN
15h 04m1 stop
$300Copa Airlines
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Mon, Jan 26 - Tue, Feb 3
United Airlines Logo
7:50 pm - 11:25 amSAN-SJO
13h 35m2 stops
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12:35 pm - 8:05 pmSJO-SAN
9h 30m1 stop
$306United Airlines
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Thu, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 17
American Airlines Logo
10:45 pm - 12:38 pmSAN-SJO
11h 53m1 stop
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6:00 am - 8:41 pmSJO-SAN
16h 41m2 stops
$310American Airlines
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Sun, Jan 25 - Tue, Feb 10
American Airlines Logo
10:35 pm - 9:05 pmSAN-SJO
20h 30m1 stop
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3:01 pm - 10:33 pmSJO-SAN
9h 32m1 stop
$315American Airlines
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Thu, Nov 27 - Sat, Dec 6
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 6:16 pmSAN-SJO
8h 16m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 5:28 pmSJO-SAN
12h 58m2 stops
$333United Airlines
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Fri, Jan 16 - Tue, Jan 27
Delta Logo
4:04 pm - 7:00 amSAN-SJO
12h 56m1 stop
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7:00 am - 6:18 pmSJO-SAN
13h 18m1 stop
$346Delta
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Fri, Dec 5 - Thu, Dec 11
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5:10 pm - 7:10 pmSAN-GUA
24h 00m1 stop
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3:10 pm - 7:17 amGUA-SAN
18h 07m2 stops
$369Multiple Airlines
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Tue, Jan 13 - Wed, Jan 21
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11:08 am - 11:15 pmSAN-SJO
10h 07m2 stops
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6:00 am - 11:40 pmSJO-SAN
19h 40m2 stops
$394Multiple Airlines
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Tue, Feb 10 - Sat, Feb 14
Delta Logo
6:15 am - 10:20 pmSAN-SJO
14h 05m1 stop
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7:00 am - 6:18 pmSJO-SAN
13h 18m1 stop
$435Delta
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Thu, Dec 4 - Thu, Dec 11

American Airlines flights from San Diego to Central America

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American Airlines
Jan 25
SAN10:45 pmSan Diego
11h 53m
1 stop
SJO12:38 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Feb 10
SJO6:00 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
16h 41m
2 stops
SAN8:41 pmSan Diego
$310
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American Airlines
Nov 27
SAN10:35 pmSan Diego
20h 30m
1 stop
SJO9:05 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Dec 6
SJO3:01 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
9h 32m
1 stop
SAN10:33 pmSan Diego
$315
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American Airlines
Feb 8
SAN10:25 pmSan Diego
12h 18m
1 stop
SJO12:43 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Feb 14
SJO7:00 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
15h 25m
1 stop
SAN8:25 pmSan Diego
$326
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Copa Airlines flights from San Diego to Central America

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Copa Airlines
Dec 1
SAN8:12 pmSan Diego
14h 27m
1 stop
SAL12:39 pmSan Salvador El Salvador Intl
Dec 15
SAL7:30 amSan Salvador El Salvador Intl
12h 07m
1 stop
SAN5:37 pmSan Diego
$280
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Copa Airlines
Jan 26
SAN8:16 pmSan Diego
11h 44m
1 stop
SJO10:00 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Feb 3
SJO4:09 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
15h 04m
1 stop
SAN5:13 pmSan Diego
$300
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Copa Airlines
Apr 26
SAN9:16 pmSan Diego
18h 36m
2 stops
SJO4:52 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
May 3
SJO8:11 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
10h 59m
1 stop
SAN6:10 pmSan Diego
$305
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San DiegoSan Salvador

SAN - SAL

SANSAL

San Diego

Mon 12/1

8:12 pm-12:39 pm

1 stop14h 27m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 12/15

7:30 am-5:37 pm

1 stop12h 07m

$280

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Mon 1/26

8:16 pm-10:00 am

1 stop11h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/3

4:09 am-5:13 pm

1 stop15h 04m

$300

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Thu 11/13

7:50 pm-11:25 am

2 stops13h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 11/17

12:35 pm-8:05 pm

1 stop9h 30m

$306

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Sun 1/25

10:45 pm-12:38 pm

1 stop11h 53m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/10

6:00 am-8:41 pm

2 stops16h 41m

$310

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Thu 11/27

10:35 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop20h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 12/6

3:01 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop9h 32m

$315

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Fri 1/16

8:00 am-6:16 pm

1 stop8h 16m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 1/27

6:30 am-5:28 pm

2 stops12h 58m

$333

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Fri 12/5

4:04 pm-7:00 am

1 stop12h 56m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 12/11

7:00 am-6:18 pm

1 stop13h 18m

$346

San DiegoGuatemala City

SAN - GUA

SANGUA

San Diego

Tue 1/13

5:10 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop24h 00m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Wed 1/21

3:10 pm-7:17 am

2 stops18h 07m

$369

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Tue 2/10

11:08 am-11:15 pm

2 stops10h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 2/14

6:00 am-11:40 pm

2 stops19h 40m

$394

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Thu 12/4

6:15 am-10:20 pm

1 stop14h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 12/11

7:00 am-6:18 pm

1 stop13h 18m

$435

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

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 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 $323. If you don’t want to visit Central America in October, then you should wait until September to fly from San Diego, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $401.

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 $571 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 $489 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 21% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Diego to Central America flight.

Cheap San Diego to Central America flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$198

Fastest flight time

6h 02m

Direct flights

Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu and Sat

Airports in Central America

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Central America from San Diego in the past 72 hours is $198. The best round-trip flight deal from San Diego to Central America found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $426.
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 is 1 airport near Central America: 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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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
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Copa AirlinesPriceFrom $249Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,561 reviews
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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $280Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,113 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $311Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,996 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $347Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,001 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $362Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,033 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $511Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,238 reviews
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