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$101+ Cheap flights from Central America

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — EWR
Sep 6 — Sep 131
Sun 9/6
Sun 9/13
1 adult, Economy
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Find flights departing from Central America that match your specified budget. Filter results by price range, allowing you to narrow down options and find flights that fit within your financial constraints. Please note that the search results are based on data from user searches, with fares last updated on August 7, 2026. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches

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Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San JoséMexico City

SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez

SJOMEX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/1

7:00 am-10:00 am

Nonstop3h 00m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sat 9/5

6:55 pm-9:56 pm

Nonstop3h 01m

$202

San JoséMexico City

SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez

SJOMEX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 9/5

7:00 am-10:00 am

Nonstop3h 00m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Thu 9/10

6:55 pm-9:56 pm

Nonstop3h 01m

$202

San JoséMexico City

SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez

SJOMEX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/16

5:00 am-8:00 am

Nonstop3h 00m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Thu 9/24

6:55 pm-9:56 pm

Nonstop3h 01m

$202

San JoséMexico City

SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez

SJOMEX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 9/25

7:00 am-10:00 am

Nonstop3h 00m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 9/30

6:55 pm-9:56 pm

Nonstop3h 01m

$202

San JoséMexico City

SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez

SJOMEX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 9/5

7:00 am-10:00 am

Nonstop3h 00m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sun 9/6

6:55 pm-9:56 pm

Nonstop3h 01m

$202

San JoséMexico City

SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez

SJOMEX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/1

7:00 am-10:00 am

Nonstop3h 00m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 9/8

6:55 pm-9:56 pm

Nonstop3h 01m

$202

San JoséMexico City

SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez

SJOMEX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/3

1:15 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop8h 45m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sun 9/6

8:40 am-12:15 pm

1 stop27h 35m

$242

San JoséMexico City

SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez

SJOMEX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 9/12

7:00 am-10:00 am

Nonstop3h 00m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 9/16

6:55 pm-9:56 pm

Nonstop3h 01m

$266

San JoséMexico City

SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez

SJOMEX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/23

7:00 am-10:00 am

Nonstop3h 00m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Mon 9/28

6:55 pm-9:56 pm

Nonstop3h 01m

$266

San JoséMedellín

SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - MDE Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

SJOMDE

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 10/4

5:45 am-2:15 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Sat 10/10

8:35 am-1:52 pm

1 stop6h 17m

$275

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Best time to book a flight from Central America

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Travel insights for flights from Central America

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Central America including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Central America?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Central America (average of $358). Flying from Central America in July will prove the most costly (average of $613). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

Which airlines fly from Central America?

For flights departing from Central America check dates and pricing for the following: United Airlines, American Airlines, JetBlue, Avianca, Frontier. These airlines depart to the following popular destinations: New York.

Avianca
Avianca
From $81
Copa Airlines
Copa Airlines
From $85
United Airlines
United Airlines
From $113
American Airlines
American Airlines
From $127

What is the cheapest place to fly to from Central America?

The cheapest city to fly to from Central America is David Enrique Malek, with prices starting at $28. Explore other affordable destinations below.

David Enrique Malek
David Enrique Malek
From $28
Bogotá El Dorado
Bogotá El Dorado
From $55
Cali Alfonso B. Aragon Intl
Cali Alfonso B. Aragon Intl
From $61
Bocas Del Toro
Bocas Del Toro
From $64

When is the best time to book a flight from Central America?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Central America, you should look to book at least 65 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Central America?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Central America to Newark. Price data was last updated on August 1, 2026.

Those who are seeking the cheapest fare on flights departing from Central America would be wise to consider leaving during Wednesday afternoons when prices are typically at their lowest. When considering other options, price-conscious travelers should avoid Sunday mornings when fares are usually the most expensive.

Airline reviews for flights from Central America

Read reviews and ratings of airlines operating flights from Central America. Gain insights into the quality of service, in-flight amenities, customer experiences, and overall satisfaction to choose the best airline for your Central America travel. Please note that the reviews are sourced from user searches and were last updated on August 7, 2026. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown Volaris El Salvador,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Central America to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Volaris El Salvador
7.4
Good

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

5.7

Comfort

7.1

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.7

Food

6.1
Volaris El Salvador
7.4
Good
Volaris El Salvador
7.4
Good

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

5.7

Comfort

7.1

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.7

Food

6.1
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,081 reviews
Volaris El Salvador
7.4
Good

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

5.7

Comfort

7.1

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.7

Food

6.1
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,875 reviews
Volaris El Salvador
7.4
Good

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

5.7

Comfort

7.1

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.7

Food

6.1
JetBlue
7.1
Good
3,025 reviews
Volaris El Salvador
7.4
Good

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

5.7

Comfort

7.1

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.7

Food

6.1

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Related info for your journey

Access useful and relevant information related to your journey from Central America. This can include details such as airport transportation, visa requirements, travel insurance, luggage regulations, and any other information that can ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience. Please note that the information is based on general guidance and may need to be verified with official sources. Data last updated August 7, 2026.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly out of Central America?

    Guatemala City La Aurora airport offers the cheapest routes to Flores, from $104; whereas Panama City Tocumen Intl airport is typically cheaper if you're flying to Guatemala City, from $138. It's best to make sure you are flexible on dates to find the cheapest possible flight options for your journey.

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Central America?

    October is currently the cheapest month to fly from Central America. At this moment in time July is the most expensive month. These prices are determined by multiple factors and booking in advance can help keep costs down if your schedule is not as flexible.

  • Where are the cheapest places to fly to from Central America?

    Check out the cheapest flights from Central America to embark to:
    Fly from Guatemala City to Flores from $104 round trip
    Fly from Panama City to Bogotá from $138 round trip
    Fly from Panama City to Medellín from $140 round trip
    Fly from Panama City to Cartagena from $145 round trip
    Fly from Guatemala City to Cancún from $154 round trip

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