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$109+ Cheap flights from Central America to California

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 9/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — LAX
Oct 14 — Oct 211
Tue 10/14
Tue 10/21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Central America to California

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Round-trip from

$196
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$109
(eDestinos)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$292

Good round-trip deal

$224 or less

Good one-way deal

$166 or less
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Cheapest flights from Central America to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Central America to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 14, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/67:00 amSAL - LAX
Nonstop5h 35mVolaris El Salvador
Sun 11/910:50 pmLAX - SAL
Nonstop4h 49mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 9/12$196
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/305:45 pmSAL - LAX
Nonstop5h 14mVolaris El Salvador
Tue 11/1112:09 pmLAX - SAL
Nonstop4h 49mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 9/12$197
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/210:00 amGUA - ONT
1 stop12h 55mAvianca
Tue 10/1411:25 pmONT - GUA
1 stop8h 40mAvianca
Deal found 9/12$209
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/87:00 amSAL - LAX
Nonstop5h 35mVolaris El Salvador
Sun 11/1610:50 pmLAX - SAL
Nonstop4h 49mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 9/12$210
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/207:00 amSAL - LAX
Nonstop5h 35mVolaris El Salvador
Sat 1/2412:09 pmLAX - SAL
Nonstop4h 49mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 9/12$213
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/245:45 pmSAL - LAX
Nonstop5h 14mVolaris El Salvador
Sun 11/210:50 pmLAX - SAL
Nonstop4h 49mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 9/12$217
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/16:40 amSAL - LAX
Nonstop5h 14mVolaris El Salvador
Mon 11/1010:50 pmLAX - SAL
Nonstop4h 49mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 9/12$218
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/205:20 amGUA - ONT
1 stop17h 35mAvianca
Sat 9/2711:25 pmONT - GUA
1 stop8h 40mAvianca
Deal found 9/12$219
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/105:45 pmSAL - LAX
Nonstop5h 14mVolaris El Salvador
Mon 11/1010:50 pmLAX - SAL
Nonstop4h 49mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 9/12$220
This OneTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure OneTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/165:45 pmSAL - LAX
Nonstop5h 14mVolaris El Salvador
Tue 11/412:09 pmLAX - SAL
Nonstop4h 49mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 9/12$222
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/285:45 pmSAL - LAX
Nonstop5h 14mVolaris El Salvador
Tue 11/2512:09 pmLAX - SAL
Nonstop4h 49mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 9/12$225
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/712:30 pmGUA - LAX
1 stop12h 18mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/211:20 pmLAX - GUA
1 stop7h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/12$225

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Central America to California 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, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Central America to California that are best for you.

Fly from

Central America

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Guatemala CityBurbank

GUA - BUR

GUABUR

Guatemala City La Aurora

Thu 10/2

1:00 pm-8:00 am

2 stops20h 00m

Burbank Bob Hope

Mon 10/6

4:45 pm-11:22 am

2 stops17h 37m

$250

San JoséOntario

SJO - ONT

SJOONT

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 11/3

9:40 am-10:51 pm

1 stop15h 11m

Ontario

Sat 11/15

6:05 am-11:25 am

1 stop27h 20m

$267

San JoséOntario

SJO - ONT

SJOONT

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 10/11

8:37 am-10:52 pm

1 stop15h 15m

Ontario

Sat 10/18

6:36 pm-7:37 pm

2 stops24h 01m

$267

San JoséOntario

SJO - ONT

SJOONT

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 10/1

8:37 am-12:13 pm

1 stop28h 36m

Ontario

Thu 10/16

1:53 pm-12:26 pm

2 stops21h 33m

$267

San JoséOntario

SJO - ONT

SJOONT

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 11/1

7:45 am-9:49 pm

1 stop15h 04m

Ontario

Fri 11/14

5:05 am-11:25 am

2 stops28h 20m

$267

San JoséOntario

SJO - ONT

SJOONT

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 10/2

8:37 am-10:52 pm

1 stop15h 15m

Ontario

Wed 10/8

1:53 pm-7:15 am

1 stop16h 22m

$267

San JoséOntario

SJO - ONT

SJOONT

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 10/5

8:37 am-10:52 pm

1 stop15h 15m

Ontario

Wed 10/22

6:36 pm-7:15 am

1 stop11h 39m

$267

San JoséOntario

SJO - ONT

SJOONT

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 10/22

8:37 am-10:52 pm

1 stop15h 15m

Ontario

Sat 10/25

6:36 pm-10:25 am

2 stops14h 49m

$267

San JoséOntario

SJO - ONT

SJOONT

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 10/2

7:55 am-9:24 pm

1 stop14h 29m

Ontario

Thu 10/30

6:38 pm-10:25 am

2 stops14h 47m

$267

San JoséOntario

SJO - ONT

SJOONT

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/3

9:40 am-12:18 pm

1 stop28h 38m

Ontario

Tue 3/10

6:02 am-8:55 pm

1 stop13h 53m

$267

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Best time to book a flight from Central America to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Central America to California

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Central America to California (average of $246). Flying from Central America to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $325). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CA to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Central America to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 14, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Central America to California as you normally would.

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to California. Reviews last updated September 14, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, United Airlines, and Avianca from Central America to California by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,931 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,435 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Related info for your journey

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  • How popular is this Central America to California flight route?

    Within the past month, 12 users have taken a look at flights from Central America to California.

  • How long is the flight from Central America to California?

    Airlines like Spirit Airlines, United Airlines, and Copa Airlines fly from Central America to California in about 15h 11m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 4h 49m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2685 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Central America to California one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Central America to California are Spirit Airlines ($124), United Airlines ($139), and Avianca ($150).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Central America to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Central America to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Central America to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Central America to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Central America to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Central America to California by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Central America to California (average of $246). Flying from Central America to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $325). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Central America to California

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Central America to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$105Average$288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$108Average$486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
VolarisCheapest$132Average$324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$146Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$151Average$559FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$154Average$314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$158Average$486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$180Average$528FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$554FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$276Average$513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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