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

Frontier, Delta, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from San Diego to Central America

What airlines fly to Central America?

Avianca, United Airlines and Copa Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Central America from San Diego according to our data. Avianca is the first choice among our users, with 37% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Central America. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to Central America on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from San Diego to Central America on average per day?

The number of flights available between San Diego and Central America is 1 per day as of July 2026. The most frequent departure time is 10:00PM, with 100% of daily flights leaving in the evening.

How many flights depart from San Diego to Central America on average per week?

As of July 2026, 10 flights take off from San Diego and land in Central America each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 20% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Central America?

Prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Central America were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Diego Airport to Central America?

As of July 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from San Diego Airport to Central America.

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.

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2:19 pm - 8:30 am

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SJO

17h 11m

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4:15 pm - 9:37 am

SJO

SAN

18h 22m

2 stops

$408Multiple Airlines

Sun, Oct 11 - Sun, Oct 25

2:20 pm - 8:30 am

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SJO

17h 10m

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4:35 pm - 7:12 pm

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27h 37m

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$418Multiple Airlines

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6:20 am - 6:40 pm

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SJO

11h 20m

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9h 25m

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$442Southwest

Thu, Aug 27 - Fri, Sep 4

10:00 pm - 10:43 pm

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GUA

23h 43m

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4:23 am - 6:30 pm

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15h 07m

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$447Copa Airlines

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10:00 pm - 9:39 am

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9h 39m

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6:24 am - 5:26 pm

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13h 02m

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$455Copa Airlines

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6:20 am - 6:40 pm

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11h 20m

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10h 50m

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$493Southwest

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4:46 pm - 12:10 pm

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13h 29m

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$531United Airlines

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11h 08m

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$532United Airlines

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19h 00m

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$535American Airlines

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1:38 pm - 11:29 am

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19h 13m

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$536American Airlines

Mon, Aug 10 - Sat, Sep 5

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American Airlines flights from San Diego to Central America

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American Airlines

Dec 7

SAN9:54 pmSan Diego

13h 56m

2 stops

LIR1:50 pmLiberia

Dec 15

LIR3:28 pmLiberia

19h 00m

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SAN8:28 amSan Diego

$535

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Aug 10

SAN1:38 pmSan Diego

20h 51m

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LIR11:29 amLiberia

Sep 5

LIR2:45 pmLiberia

19h 13m

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SAN8:58 amSan Diego

$536

American Airlines

Jan 5

SAN10:45 pmSan Diego

13h 28m

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LIR2:13 pmLiberia

Jan 12

LIR3:10 pmLiberia

19h 22m

1 stop

SAN8:32 amSan Diego

$537

Copa Airlines flights from San Diego to Central America

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Copa Airlines

Aug 17

SAN10:00 pmSan Diego

23h 43m

1 stop

GUA10:43 pmGuatemala City La Aurora

Aug 24

GUA4:23 amGuatemala City La Aurora

15h 07m

1 stop

SAN6:30 pmSan Diego

$447

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Nov 27

SAN10:00 pmSan Diego

9h 39m

1 stop

GUA9:39 amGuatemala City La Aurora

Dec 7

GUA6:24 amGuatemala City La Aurora

13h 02m

2 stops

SAN5:26 pmSan Diego

$455

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Aug 10

SAN10:00 pmSan Diego

22h 37m

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GUA9:37 pmGuatemala City La Aurora

Aug 13

GUA6:24 amGuatemala City La Aurora

37h 06m

2 stops

SAN6:30 pmSan Diego

$463

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2 stops18h 22m

$408

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2:20 pm-8:30 am

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4:35 pm-7:12 pm

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Thu 8/27

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$455

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$493

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$531

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10:40 pm-11:56 am

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1 stop11h 08m

$532

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9:54 pm-1:50 pm

2 stops13h 56m

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$535

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1:38 pm-11:29 am

2 stops20h 51m

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2:45 pm-8:58 am

2 stops19h 13m

$536

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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 $439. 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 $472.

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

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 74% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Diego to Central America flight.

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Best Price Found	$354
Fastest flight time	6h 01m
Direct flights	Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat and Sun
Airports in Central America	103 airports

The best one-way flight to Central America from San Diego in the past 72 hours is $354. The best round-trip flight deal from San Diego to Central America found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $636.

The fastest flight from San Diego to Central America takes 6h 01m

Direct flights go from San Diego to Central America on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. 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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Frequently asked questions about flying from San Diego to Central America

When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Central America?
Prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Central America were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Diego Airport to Central America?
As of July 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from San Diego Airport to Central America.
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?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from San Diego to Central America is Boeing 737 MAX 9 (73.13% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 737 (5.97%), Boeing 737-900 (5.97%), and Boeing 767-300 (5.97%).

Best airlines flying from San Diego to Central America

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Copa Airlines	PriceFrom $232	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,565 reviews	Search Copa Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $279	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,014 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $316	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,827 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $431	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,241 reviews	Search Southwest flights
GOL	PriceFrom $450	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,260 reviews	Search GOL flights

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