HomeSearch by dateVacation packagesHotelsFlight dealsCar rentalTravel tips & news
Central America

$101+ Cheap flights from California to 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 1/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SJO
Feb 11 — Feb 181
Wed 2/11
Wed 2/18
1 adult, Economy
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from California to Central America with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go

Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”

2. Select your favorite providers

We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.

3. Compare prices and book

Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

Cheap flight deals from California to Central America

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Central America flight deals. Data was last updated January 12, 2026.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$237
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$101
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$387

Good round-trip deal

$286 or less

Good one-way deal

$148 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Los Angeles-San Salvador El Salvador Intl flight deals.
Search Deals
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Los Angeles-San Salvador El Salvador Intl flights.
Search Deals
From California to Central America
Search Deals
One-way flight from California to Central America
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 21% potential increase in price ($110 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($26 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
Search Deals
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from California to Central America.
Search Deals
Price to beat on a one-way flight from California to Central America.
Search Deals

Find flight deals from California to Central America

Cheapest flights from California to Central America
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Central America. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 12, 2026.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/314:07 pm
LAX
-
GUA
2 stops19h 09m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 2/71:28 pm
GUA
-
LAX
1 stop11h 28m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/12$237
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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.
Sat 2/2110:04 pm
LAX
-
GUA
Nonstop4h 40m
Volaris Costa Rica
Tue 3/105:13 pm
GUA
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 14m
Volaris Costa Rica
Deal found 1/12$240
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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.
Tue 1/2710:04 pm
LAX
-
GUA
Nonstop4h 40m
Volaris Costa Rica
Tue 3/105:13 pm
GUA
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 14m
Volaris Costa Rica
Deal found 1/12$241
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/34:07 pm
LAX
-
GUA
2 stops18h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 2/55:20 pm
GUA
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/12$242
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/9. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/110:50 pm
LAX
-
GUA
1 stop6h 51m
Volaris El Salvador
Mon 5/251:59 pm
GUA
-
LAX
1 stop9h 21m
Volaris El Salvador
Deal found 1/9$243
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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 4/3011:04 pm
LAX
-
GUA
Nonstop4h 34m
Volaris Costa Rica
Thu 5/75:13 pm
GUA
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 21m
Volaris Costa Rica
Deal found 1/12$244
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/910:45 pm
LAX
-
GUA
1 stop12h 44m
Frontier
Sun 4/129:53 am
GUA
-
LAX
1 stop12h 53m
Frontier
Deal found 1/12$245
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/10. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/110:50 pm
LAX
-
GUA
1 stop6h 51m
Volaris
Sun 5/175:13 pm
GUA
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 21m
Volaris
Deal found 1/10$246
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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.
Wed 3/410:04 pm
LAX
-
GUA
Nonstop4h 40m
Volaris
Tue 5/55:13 pm
GUA
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 21m
Volaris
Deal found 1/11$247
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/1710:04 pm
LAX
-
GUA
Nonstop4h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 2/41:28 pm
GUA
-
LAX
2 stops20h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/12$248
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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.
Tue 4/1411:50 pm
LAX
-
SAL
Nonstop4h 49m
Volaris
Sat 5/27:00 am
SAL
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 35m
Volaris
Deal found 1/11$259
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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 3/1211:50 pm
LAX
-
SAL
Nonstop4h 49m
Volaris
Tue 3/317:00 am
SAL
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 35m
Volaris
Deal found 1/11$260

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Central America 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 January 12, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Central America that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Central America

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesSan Salvador

LAX - SAL

LAXSAL

Los Angeles

Sat 4/25

10:43 pm-4:50 am

Nonstop5h 07m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 5/15

2:00 am-6:25 am

Nonstop5h 25m

$271

Los AngelesGuatemala City

LAX - GUA

LAXGUA

Los Angeles

Tue 1/20

11:11 am-8:55 am

1 stop19h 44m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Thu 1/29

4:24 am-10:36 pm

1 stop20h 12m

$273

Los AngelesGuatemala City

LAX - GUA

LAXGUA

Los Angeles

Wed 1/21

1:11 am-10:39 pm

1 stop19h 28m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Mon 1/26

1:15 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop11h 21m

$273

Los AngelesGuatemala City

LAX - GUA

LAXGUA

Los Angeles

Tue 1/20

11:11 am-10:39 pm

1 stop9h 28m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Thu 2/5

6:24 am-10:39 pm

2 stops18h 15m

$273

Los AngelesGuatemala City

LAX - GUA

LAXGUA

Los Angeles

Tue 2/3

10:55 am-9:34 am

1 stop20h 39m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Mon 2/9

4:24 am-10:39 pm

1 stop20h 15m

$273

Los AngelesGuatemala City

LAX - GUA

LAXGUA

Los Angeles

Tue 1/27

11:11 am-8:55 am

1 stop19h 44m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Tue 2/3

6:24 am-10:39 pm

2 stops18h 15m

$273

Los AngelesGuatemala City

LAX - GUA

LAXGUA

Los Angeles

Sun 1/25

1:25 am-7:52 pm

1 stop16h 27m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Wed 2/4

6:24 am-10:29 pm

2 stops18h 05m

$273

Los AngelesGuatemala City

LAX - GUA

LAXGUA

Los Angeles

Mon 1/19

1:11 am-10:39 pm

1 stop19h 28m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Tue 1/27

4:24 am-10:36 pm

1 stop20h 12m

$273

Los AngelesGuatemala City

LAX - GUA

LAXGUA

Los Angeles

Thu 1/29

1:11 am-10:39 pm

1 stop19h 28m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Tue 2/3

7:13 am-10:39 pm

1 stop17h 26m

$273

Los AngelesGuatemala City

LAX - GUA

LAXGUA

Los Angeles

Sun 1/25

1:25 am-7:52 pm

1 stop16h 27m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Fri 1/30

6:24 am-10:36 pm

2 stops18h 12m

$273

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 1/11

Showing 1-10 of 60 results
1
2
3
...
6

Best time to book a flight from California to Central America

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Central America from California with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Central America (average of $114). Flying from California to Central America in July is currently the most expensive (average of $169). 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 California to Central America. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 12, 2026.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 40% on flights from California to Central America by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from California to Central America. Price data was last updated on January 10, 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from California to Central America

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Central America. 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 January 12, 2026.

The most flights from USCA to 0CA are scheduled on a Friday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Central America. 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 California to Central America flight route?

    This flight path from California to Central America was viewed by 22 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    Airlines like United Airlines, Copa Airlines, and Alaska Airlines fly from California to Central America in about 4h 38m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 15h 06m. There are 2175 mi between California and Central America. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    $72 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Avianca and Volaris Costa Rica, with prices starting from $80 and $82, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Central America 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 California to Central America?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Central America (average of $114). Flying from California to Central America in July is currently the most expensive (average of $169). 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.

See more FAQs

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for California to Central America

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.
John F Kennedy Intl to Fort Lauderdale flights
Newark to Miami flights
John F Kennedy Intl to Miami flights
Newark to Fort Lauderdale flights
LaGuardia to Miami flights
LaGuardia to Fort Lauderdale flights
John F Kennedy Intl to West Palm Beach flights
John F Kennedy Intl to Cancún flights
Newark to West Palm Beach flights
Newark to Cancún flights
John F Kennedy Intl to Orlando flights
John F Kennedy Intl to Los Angeles flights
John F Kennedy Intl to Las Vegas flights
John F Kennedy Intl to Luis Munoz Marin Intl flights
Los Angeles to Haneda flights
Newark to Las Vegas flights
O'Hare Intl to Cancún flights
Newark to Orlando flights
O'Hare Intl to Las Vegas flights
Los Angeles to John F Kennedy Intl flights
Dulles Intl to Miami flights
Minneapolis to Sky Harbor Intl flights
John F Kennedy Intl to Tampa flights
O'Hare Intl to Sky Harbor Intl flights
John F Kennedy Intl to Dallas/Fort Worth flights
John F Kennedy Intl to Haneda flights
Newark to Luis Munoz Marin Intl flights
Detroit to Orlando flights
Newark to Tampa flights
John F Kennedy Intl to Mexico City flights
Reagan-National to Miami flights
John F Kennedy Intl to Heathrow flights
Seattle to Los Angeles flights
John F Kennedy Intl to Sky Harbor Intl flights
Newark to Mexico City flights
Seattle to Las Vegas flights
Dulles Intl to Cancún flights
Dallas/Fort Worth to Las Vegas flights
Dallas/Fort Worth to Cancún flights
O'Hare Intl to Dallas/Fort Worth flights
LaGuardia to Orlando flights
LaGuardia to Cancún flights
San Francisco to Las Vegas flights
John F Kennedy Intl to Charles de Gaulle flights
San Francisco to John F Kennedy Intl flights
LaGuardia to West Palm Beach flights
Newark to Heathrow flights
Baltimore to Fort Lauderdale flights
Boston to Fort Lauderdale flights
O'Hare Intl to Fort Lauderdale flights

Top 10 airlines flying from California to Central America

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to Central America. 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 January 12, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$78Average$551FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$81Average$393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
VolarisCheapest$84Average$300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$101Average$498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$116Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$123Average$586FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$154Average$356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$159Average$528FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$184Average$484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$191Average$650FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.