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Copa Airlines Logo
10:00 pm - 8:21 am
SAN
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SJO
9h 21m
1 stop
Copa Airlines Logo
4:10 am - 6:40 pm
SJO
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SAN
15h 30m
1 stop
$354Copa Airlines
月, 6月 1 - 日, 6月 7
American Airlines Logo
9:25 pm - 12:59 pm
SAN
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SJO
14h 34m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
2:09 pm - 11:59 pm
SJO
-
SAN
10h 50m
1 stop
$366American Airlines
火, 6月 2 - 水, 6月 10
Copa Airlines Logo
10:00 pm - 12:41 pm
SAN
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SAL
13h 41m
1 stop
Copa Airlines Logo
8:29 am - 6:30 pm
SAL
-
SAN
11h 01m
1 stop
$371Copa Airlines
水, 5月 13 - 水, 5月 20
American Airlines Logo
10:45 pm - 12:59 pm
SAN
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SJO
13h 14m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
2:09 pm - 10:39 pm
SJO
-
SAN
9h 30m
1 stop
$371American Airlines
火, 6月 2 - 水, 6月 10
GOL Logo
6:45 pm - 2:17 pm
SAN
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SJO
18h 32m
1 stop
GOL Logo
2:02 pm - 8:16 am
SJO
-
SAN
19h 14m
2 stops
$373GOL
火, 7月 21 - 火, 7月 28
United Airlines Logo
5:00 pm - 12:10 pm
SAN
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LIR
18h 10m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
1:20 pm - 9:24 pm
LIR
-
SAN
9h 04m
1 stop
$492United Airlines
木, 5月 14 - 日, 5月 24
United Airlines Logo
3:04 pm - 12:10 pm
SAN
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LIR
20h 06m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
1:20 pm - 9:25 pm
LIR
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SAN
9h 05m
1 stop
$499United Airlines
木, 9月 3 - 火, 9月 22
Delta Logo
10:25 pm - 12:50 pm
SAN
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PTY
12h 25m
1 stop
Delta Logo
2:15 pm - 11:27 pm
PTY
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SAN
11h 12m
1 stop
$585Delta
火, 5月 12 - 火, 5月 19
GOL Logo
10:05 pm - 10:48 am
SAN
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SAP
11h 43m
1 stop
GOL Logo
11:50 am - 10:28 pm
SAP
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SAN
11h 38m
1 stop
$649GOL
日, 5月 3 - 火, 5月 5
Delta Logo
9:40 pm - 12:23 pm
SAN
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RTB
13h 43m
1 stop
Delta Logo
1:37 pm - 11:03 pm
RTB
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SAN
10h 26m
1 stop
$734Delta
金, 10月 2 - 土, 10月 10

United Airlines flights from San Diego to Central America

Our best United Airlines deals on San Diego to Central America flight tickets
United Airlines
May 29
SAN11:58 amSan Diego
9h 41m
1 stop
SJO10:39 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Jun 6
SJO8:45 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
10h 54m
1 stop
SAN6:39 pmSan Diego
$413
United Airlines
May 29
SAN11:58 amSan Diego
9h 41m
1 stop
SJO10:39 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Jun 6
SJO8:45 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
10h 54m
1 stop
SAN6:39 pmSan Diego
$414
United Airlines
Apr 15
SAN10:23 amSan Diego
8h 14m
1 stop
SJO7:37 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Apr 21
SJO11:13 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
11h 13m
1 stop
SAN9:26 pmSan Diego
$454

American Airlines flights from San Diego to Central America

Our best American Airlines deals on San Diego to Central America flight tickets
American Airlines
Jun 2
SAN9:25 pmSan Diego
14h 34m
1 stop
SJO12:59 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Jun 10
SJO2:09 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
10h 50m
1 stop
SAN11:59 pmSan Diego
$366
American Airlines
Jun 2
SAN10:45 pmSan Diego
13h 14m
2 stops
SJO12:59 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Jun 10
SJO2:09 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
9h 30m
1 stop
SAN10:39 pmSan Diego
$371
American Airlines
Jul 21
SAN6:45 pmSan Diego
18h 32m
1 stop
SJO2:17 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Jul 28
SJO12:58 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
23h 14m
1 stop
SAN11:12 amSan Diego
$377

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San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

月 6/1

10:00 pm-8:21 am

1 stop9h 21m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

日 6/7

4:10 am-6:40 pm

1 stop15h 30m

$354

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

火 6/2

9:25 pm-12:59 pm

1 stop14h 34m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

水 6/10

2:09 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop10h 50m

$366

San DiegoSan Salvador

SAN - SAL

SANSAL

San Diego

水 5/13

10:00 pm-12:41 pm

1 stop13h 41m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

水 5/20

8:29 am-6:30 pm

1 stop11h 01m

$371
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San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

火 6/2

10:45 pm-12:59 pm

2 stops13h 14m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

水 6/10

2:09 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop9h 30m

$371

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

火 7/21

6:45 pm-2:17 pm

1 stop18h 32m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

火 7/28

2:02 pm-8:16 am

2 stops19h 14m

$373

San DiegoLiberia

SAN - LIR

SANLIR

San Diego

木 5/14

5:00 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop18h 10m

Liberia

日 5/24

1:20 pm-9:24 pm

1 stop9h 04m

$492

San DiegoLiberia

SAN - LIR

SANLIR

San Diego

木 9/3

3:04 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop20h 06m

Liberia

火 9/22

1:20 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop9h 05m

$499

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

火 5/12

10:25 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop12h 25m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

火 5/19

2:15 pm-11:27 pm

1 stop11h 12m

$585

San DiegoSan Pedro Sula

SAN - SAP

SANSAP

San Diego

日 5/3

10:05 pm-10:48 am

1 stop11h 43m

San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda

火 5/5

11:50 am-10:28 pm

1 stop11h 38m

$649

San DiegoCoxen Hole

SAN - RTB

SANRTB

San Diego

金 10/2

9:40 pm-12:23 pm

1 stop13h 43m

Coxen Hole Roatan

土 10/10

1:37 pm-11:03 pm

1 stop10h 26m

$734

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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 $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 $379.

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 $465 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 $422 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 48% 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

$230

Fastest flight time

6h 02m

Direct flights

Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 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 $230. The best round-trip flight deal from San Diego to Central America found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $458.
The fastest flight from San Diego to Central America takes 6h 02m
Direct flights go from San Diego to Central America on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 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).

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?

  • 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
Price
Copa AirlinesPriceFrom $117Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,574 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $241Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,404 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $243Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,585 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $327Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,577 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $418Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,328 reviews
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