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$89+ 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 1/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SJO
Dec 26 — Jan 21
Fri 12/26
Fri 1/2
1 adult, Economy
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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 November 26, 2025.

Most accurate provider

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3 stars

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CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$216
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$89
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$478

Good round-trip deal

$275 or less

Good one-way deal

$138 or less
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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 November 26, 2025.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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.
Thu 12/412:09 pmLAX - GUA
1 stop17h 32mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/82:38 pmGUA - LAX
1 stop9h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/24$296
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/2510:15 amLAX - GUA
1 stop22h 09mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/23:52 pmGUA - LAX
1 stop19h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/25$300
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/26. 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.
Thu 12/42:16 pmLAX - SAL
2 stops30h 03mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/151:18 pmSAL - LAX
1 stop11h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/26$300
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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.
Thu 12/42:16 pmLAX - SAL
2 stops30h 03mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/101:18 pmSAL - LAX
1 stop11h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/25$301
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/26. 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.
Wed 12/243:08 pmLAX - GUA
1 stop25h 28mFrontier
Thu 1/110:53 amGUA - LAX
1 stop12h 53mFrontier
Deal found 11/26$303
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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.
Mon 12/810:50 pmLAX - SAL
Nonstop4h 49mVolaris
Mon 12/225:54 pmSAL - LAX
Nonstop5h 26mVolaris
Deal found 11/25$303
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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.
Mon 12/110:50 pmLAX - SAL
Nonstop4h 49mVolaris
Mon 12/225:54 pmSAL - LAX
Nonstop5h 26mVolaris
Deal found 11/25$304
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/212:09 pmLAX - SAL
Nonstop4h 49mVolaris El Salvador
Tue 12/166:39 amSAL - LAX
Nonstop5h 26mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 11/24$305
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/1910:30 pmLAX - GUA
1 stop12h 44mJetBlue
Tue 1/64:40 pmGUA - LAX
1 stop18h 35mJetBlue
Deal found 11/24$306
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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.
Thu 12/412:09 pmLAX - SAL
Nonstop4h 49mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/1710:10 amSAL - LAX
1 stop13h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/24$306
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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.
Thu 12/42:16 pmLAX - SAL
2 stops30h 03mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/1110:10 amSAL - LAX
1 stop14h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/25$307
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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.
Tue 12/212:09 pmLAX - GUA
1 stop17h 32mVolaris El Salvador
Fri 12/261:59 pmGUA - LAX
1 stop22h 27mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 11/24$311

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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 November 26, 2025.
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 AngelesGuatemala City

LAX - GUA

LAXGUA

Los Angeles

Fri 1/30

11:59 pm-12:24 pm

1 stop10h 25m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Thu 2/5

1:58 pm-8:15 am

2 stops20h 17m

$294

Los AngelesSan Salvador

LAX - SAL

LAXSAL

Los Angeles

Mon 2/2

12:55 am-1:19 pm

1 stop10h 24m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 2/11

4:40 pm-11:33 pm

1 stop8h 53m

$300

Los AngelesSan Salvador

LAX - SAL

LAXSAL

Los Angeles

Wed 2/4

5:55 am-3:24 pm

1 stop7h 29m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 2/11

6:55 am-4:56 pm

1 stop12h 01m

$300

OntarioGuatemala City

ONT - GUA

ONTGUA

Ontario

Sat 12/6

6:00 am-7:39 pm

1 stop11h 39m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Thu 12/11

1:28 pm-9:49 pm

1 stop10h 21m

$322

OntarioGuatemala City

ONT - GUA

ONTGUA

Ontario

Sat 12/6

6:00 am-7:39 pm

1 stop11h 39m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sat 12/13

2:43 pm-9:49 pm

1 stop9h 06m

$322

OntarioGuatemala City

ONT - GUA

ONTGUA

Ontario

Fri 12/5

6:00 am-7:39 pm

2 stops11h 39m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Fri 12/12

1:28 pm-9:49 pm

1 stop10h 21m

$322

OntarioGuatemala City

ONT - GUA

ONTGUA

Ontario

Fri 1/23

6:39 pm-7:39 pm

2 stops23h 00m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sat 2/14

2:43 pm-12:43 pm

2 stops24h 00m

$326

Los AngelesSan Salvador

LAX - SAL

LAXSAL

Los Angeles

Sun 4/26

6:45 am-8:49 pm

1 stop13h 04m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 5/1

2:00 am-6:25 am

Nonstop5h 25m

$329

OntarioGuatemala City

ONT - GUA

ONTGUA

Ontario

Sat 2/21

6:00 am-5:25 pm

1 stop9h 25m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Tue 3/3

2:10 am-9:59 pm

1 stop21h 49m

$331

Los AngelesSan Salvador

LAX - SAL

LAXSAL

Los Angeles

Wed 4/8

10:15 am-8:49 pm

1 stop9h 34m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 4/17

2:00 am-6:25 am

Nonstop5h 25m

$334

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Best time to book a flight from California to Central America

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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 December is currently the most expensive (average of $186). 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 November 26, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 8% 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 December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their California to Central America flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings 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 November 26, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to 0CA are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

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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 34 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 Spirit Airlines, United Airlines, and Alaska Airlines fly from California to Central America in about 5h 36m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 4h 49m. There are 2626 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?

    $123 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Alaska Airlines and United Airlines, with prices starting from $139 and $144, 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 December is currently the most expensive (average of $186). 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 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 November 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$66Average$752FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$87Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$101Average$498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
VolarisCheapest$103Average$344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$117Average$349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$133Average$598FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$150Average$359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$173Average$529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$186Average$495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$189Average$672FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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