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Cheap flights from San Diego to Central America from $102

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American Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 6:15 pmSAN-SJO
11h 00m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 9:58 pmSJO-SAN
16h 58m1 stop
$236American Airlines
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mié., ago. 27 - mié., sep. 3
American Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 5:57 pmSAN-SJO
10h 42m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 7:50 pmSJO-SAN
14h 50m2 stops
$240American Airlines
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sáb., sep. 6 - mié., sep. 10
United Airlines Logo
7:21 pm - 7:15 amSAN-SJO
10h 54m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
1:30 pm - 9:45 pmSJO-SAN
9h 15m1 stop
$292United Airlines
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mar., sep. 9 - jue., sep. 25
United Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 7:37 pmSAN-SJO
12h 22m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
1:30 pm - 9:45 pmSJO-SAN
9h 15m1 stop
$296United Airlines
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mar., sep. 9 - jue., sep. 25
Delta Logo
10:30 pm - 12:10 pmSAN-SJO
12h 40m1 stop
Delta Logo
8:15 am - 3:25 pmSJO-SAN
9h 10m1 stop
$346Delta
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mar., sep. 2 - mar., dic. 23
Southwest Logo
6:30 am - 6:55 pmSAN-SJO
11h 25m1 stop
Southwest Logo
1:40 pm - 10:05 pmSJO-SAN
9h 25m1 stop
$356Southwest
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vie., ago. 22 - mié., ago. 27
Southwest Logo
7:25 am - 6:55 pmSAN-SJO
10h 30m1 stop
Southwest Logo
1:40 pm - 10:05 pmSJO-SAN
9h 25m1 stop
$365Southwest
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sáb., ago. 23 - mié., ago. 27
Copa Airlines Logo
9:07 pm - 9:05 amSAN-SJO
10h 58m1 stop
Copa Airlines Logo
4:08 am - 5:03 pmSJO-SAN
14h 55m1 stop
$372Copa Airlines
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vie., oct. 31 - mar., nov. 4
Delta Logo
10:30 pm - 12:10 pmSAN-SJO
12h 40m1 stop
Delta Logo
1:35 pm - 11:24 pmSJO-SAN
10h 49m1 stop
$384Delta
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mar., sep. 9 - jue., sep. 25
Copa Airlines Logo
9:12 pm - 5:25 amSAN-PTY
6h 13mnonstop
Copa Airlines Logo
1:15 pm - 5:57 pmPTY-SAN
6h 42mnonstop
$389Copa Airlines
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American Airlines flights from San Diego to Central America

Our best American Airlines deals on San Diego to Central America flight tickets
American Airlines
Aug 27
SAN6:15 amSan Diego
11h 00m
1 stop
SJO6:15 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sep 3
SJO6:00 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
16h 58m
1 stop
SAN9:58 pmSan Diego
$236
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American Airlines
Sep 6
SAN6:15 amSan Diego
10h 42m
1 stop
SJO5:57 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sep 10
SJO6:00 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
14h 50m
2 stops
SAN7:50 pmSan Diego
$240
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American Airlines
Jan 10
SAN6:35 amSan Diego
14h 25m
1 stop
SJO11:00 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Jan 18
SJO6:29 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
17h 30m
1 stop
SAN9:59 pmSan Diego
$241
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Alaska Airlines flights from San Diego to Central America

Our best Alaska Airlines deals on San Diego to Central America flight tickets
Alaska Airlines
Jan 13
SAN8:05 amSan Diego
12h 55m
2 stops
SJO11:00 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Jan 28
SJO2:26 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
15h 57m
2 stops
SAN4:23 pmSan Diego
$370
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Alaska Airlines
Jan 12
SAN9:59 pmSan Diego
23h 01m
2 stops
SJO11:00 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Jan 14
SJO2:26 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
15h 57m
2 stops
SAN4:23 pmSan Diego
$371
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Alaska Airlines
Nov 1
SAN8:01 amSan Diego
39h 37m
2 stops
SJO12:38 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Nov 6
SJO1:58 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
31h 24m
2 stops
SAN7:22 amSan Diego
$378
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Central America that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated julio 31, 2025.
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San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

mié. 8/27

6:15 am-6:15 pm

1 stop11h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 9/3

6:00 am-9:58 pm

1 stop16h 58m

$236

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

sáb. 9/6

6:15 am-5:57 pm

1 stop10h 42m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 9/10

6:00 am-7:50 pm

2 stops14h 50m

$240

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

mar. 9/9

7:21 pm-7:15 am

1 stop10h 54m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 9/25

1:30 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop9h 15m

$292

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

mar. 9/9

6:15 am-7:37 pm

2 stops12h 22m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 9/25

1:30 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop9h 15m

$296

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

mar. 9/2

10:30 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop12h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 12/23

8:15 am-3:25 pm

1 stop9h 10m

$346

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

vie. 8/22

6:30 am-6:55 pm

1 stop11h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 8/27

1:40 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop9h 25m

$356

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

sáb. 8/23

7:25 am-6:55 pm

1 stop10h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 8/27

1:40 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop9h 25m

$365

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

vie. 10/31

9:07 pm-9:05 am

1 stop10h 58m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 11/4

4:08 am-5:03 pm

1 stop14h 55m

$372

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

mar. 9/9

10:30 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop12h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 9/25

1:35 pm-11:24 pm

1 stop10h 49m

$384

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

lun. 10/13

9:12 pm-5:25 am

Nonstop6h 13m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

lun. 10/20

1:15 pm-5:57 pm

Nonstop6h 42m

$389

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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, September 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 $498. If you don’t want to visit Central America in September, then you should wait until August to fly from San Diego, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $544.

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 $651 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 $548 on momondo.

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

There are 2 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?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between San Diego to Central America.

Cheap San Diego to Central America flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from San Diego to Central America

Best Price Found

$102

Fastest flight time

6h 04m

Direct flights

Mon, Tue, Thu and Sat

Airports in Central America

9 airports
The best one-way flight to Central America from San Diego in the past 72 hours is $102. The best round-trip flight deal from San Diego to Central America found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $236.
The fastest flight from San Diego to Central America takes 6h 04m
Direct flights go from San Diego to Central America on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. The only airline offering direct flights is Copa Airlines.
There are 9 airports near Central America: Guatemala City La Aurora (GUA), San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda (SAP), Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY), Liberia (LIR), Managua Augusto C Sandino (MGA), David Enrique Malek (DAV), 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 San Diego Airport to Central America?

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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
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Copa AirlinesPriceFrom $224Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,493 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $235Free CancellationRating
8.0
10,000 reviews
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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $280Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,049 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $328Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $345Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,900 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $347Free CancellationRating
8.0
7,981 reviews
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AviancaPriceFrom $448Free CancellationRating
6.7
2,388 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $487Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,246 reviews
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