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$117+ 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 2/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — LAX
ene. 11 — ene. 181
dom. 1/11
dom. 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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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 diciembre 12, 2025.

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dom. 12/143:45 pmGUA - LAX
1 stop7h 30mAvianca
dom. 1/252:10 pmLAX - GUA
1 stop7h 00mAvianca
Deal found 12/10$196
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dom. 12/143:45 pmGUA - LAX
1 stop7h 30mAvianca
lun. 1/262:10 pmLAX - GUA
1 stop7h 00mAvianca
Deal found 12/10$197
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mié. 12/103:45 pmGUA - LAX
1 stop7h 30mAvianca
vie. 1/3012:25 pmLAX - GUA
Nonstop4h 35mAvianca
Deal found 12/10$200
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jue. 12/119:55 amGUA - LAX
1 stop13h 20mAvianca
mié. 1/282:10 pmLAX - GUA
1 stop7h 00mAvianca
Deal found 12/10$201
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/153:45 pmGUA - LAX
1 stop7h 30mAvianca
dom. 1/252:10 pmLAX - GUA
1 stop7h 00mAvianca
Deal found 12/10$207
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 12/125:10 amGUA - LAX
1 stop8h 25mAvianca
lun. 1/262:10 pmLAX - GUA
1 stop7h 00mAvianca
Deal found 12/10$208
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mar. 12/239:55 amGUA - LAX
1 stop14h 05mMultiple Airlines
mar. 1/2710:04 pmLAX - GUA
Nonstop4h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$209
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/153:45 pmGUA - LAX
1 stop7h 30mAvianca
dom. 3/152:50 pmLAX - GUA
Nonstop4h 40mAvianca
Deal found 12/9$210
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/155:06 pmGUA - LAX
1 stop18h 03mUnited Airlines
mar. 1/275:50 amLAX - GUA
1 stop7h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/9$211
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
mar. 12/239:55 amGUA - LAX
1 stop14h 05mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 1/176:44 pmLAX - GUA
1 stop16h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$212
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 12/143:45 pmGUA - LAX
1 stop7h 30mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 1/242:05 pmLAX - GUA
1 stop21h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$213
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 12/143:45 pmGUA - LAX
1 stop7h 30mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 1/312:05 pmLAX - GUA
1 stop21h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/9$215

Find flight deals from Central America to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Central America to California flight deals. Data was last updated diciembre 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

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3 stars

Most trusted provider

OneTravel
3 stars

Round-trip from

$191
(Avianca)

One-way from

$117
(FlightHub)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$317

Good round-trip deal

$266 or less

Good one-way deal

$138 or less
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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 diciembre 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Central America to California that are best for you.

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Central America

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Guatemala CityLos Angeles

GUA - LAX

GUALAX

Guatemala City La Aurora

sáb. 5/9

1:50 pm-11:02 pm

1 stop10h 12m

Los Angeles

sáb. 5/16

5:50 am-4:37 pm

1 stop9h 47m

$211

Guatemala CityLos Angeles

GUA - LAX

GUALAX

Guatemala City La Aurora

jue. 4/23

6:15 am-11:02 pm

1 stop17h 47m

Los Angeles

mar. 4/28

11:59 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop13h 31m

$211

Guatemala CityLas Vegas

GUA - LAS

GUALAS

Guatemala City La Aurora

mar. 12/23

2:43 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop10h 47m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

lun. 2/23

12:59 am-7:39 pm

1 stop16h 40m

$223

Guatemala CityLos Angeles

GUA - LAX

GUALAX

Guatemala City La Aurora

jue. 2/26

2:10 am-11:30 pm

1 stop23h 20m

Los Angeles

dom. 3/8

11:59 pm-6:39 pm

1 stop17h 40m

$225

Guatemala CityLas Vegas

GUA - LAS

GUALAS

Guatemala City La Aurora

mar. 2/10

7:00 am-12:57 am

2 stops19h 57m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

mar. 2/17

1:35 pm-12:26 pm

2 stops20h 51m

$227

Guatemala CityLos Angeles

GUA - LAX

GUALAX

Guatemala City La Aurora

vie. 1/30

8:55 am-12:30 pm

Nonstop5h 35m

Los Angeles

vie. 2/6

12:25 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop4h 35m

$235

Guatemala CityLos Angeles

GUA - LAX

GUALAX

Guatemala City La Aurora

mié. 2/18

2:40 am-6:04 am

Nonstop5h 24m

Los Angeles

jue. 3/19

6:45 pm-4:25 pm

1 stop20h 40m

$257

Guatemala CityLos Angeles

GUA - LAX

GUALAX

Guatemala City La Aurora

vie. 1/30

4:02 pm-12:55 am

1 stop10h 53m

Los Angeles

vie. 2/6

12:30 pm-2:44 pm

1 stop24h 14m

$259

San JoséOntario

SJO - ONT

SJOONT

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 2/2

6:30 am-9:58 pm

1 stop17h 28m

Ontario

lun. 2/16

9:06 pm-8:32 am

1 stop9h 26m

$267

San JoséOntario

SJO - ONT

SJOONT

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 4/29

8:45 am-5:47 pm

1 stop10h 02m

Ontario

mié. 5/13

1:28 pm-12:21 pm

2 stops21h 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 $102). Flying from Central America to California in November is currently the most expensive (average of $152). 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 diciembre 12, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 14% on flights from Central America to California by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Central America to California?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Central America to California. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Central America to California flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Central America to California

Explore weekly flight availability from Central America to California. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated diciembre 12, 2025.

The most flights from 0CA to USCA are scheduled on a Thursday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

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 diciembre 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Volaris Costa Rica, and Volaris El Salvador 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
11,432 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

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
11,432 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,432 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

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.
Volaris Costa Rica
7.8
Good
80 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,432 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

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.
Volaris El Salvador
7.4
Good
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,432 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

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
9,093 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,432 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

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
6.6
Okay
2,480 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,432 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Central America to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Within the past month, 9 users have taken a look at flights from Central America to California.

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

    Airlines like United Airlines, Avianca, and Delta fly from Central America to California in about 5h 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 33m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2193 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 Volaris El Salvador ($113), Avianca ($120), and Spirit Airlines ($122).

  • 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 $102). Flying from Central America to California in November is currently the most expensive (average of $152). 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 diciembre 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$108Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$114Average$332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$129Average$383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$148Average$537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$157Average$474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$159Average$319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
VolarisCheapest$175Average$254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
AviancaCheapest$188Average$514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
American AirlinesCheapest$220Average$480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$275Average$498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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