Central America

$168+ Cheap flights from Detroit (DTT) 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 5/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — SJO
May 24 — May 311
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Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Central America

Cheapest flights from Detroit to Central America
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Central America. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on Nisan 24, 2026.

This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Çar 5/2712:44 pm
DTW
-
SJO
1 stop21h 35m
Frontier
Per 6/49:35 am
SJO
-
DTW
1 stop24h 25m
Frontier
Deal found 4/23$329
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Cum 8/712:35 pm
DTW
-
GUA
1 stop28h 07m
Frontier
Cmt 8/153:47 pm
GUA
-
DTW
1 stop18h 00m
Frontier
Deal found 4/21$348
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Çar 7/812:35 pm
DTW
-
GUA
1 stop28h 07m
Frontier
Cmt 7/183:47 pm
GUA
-
DTW
1 stop18h 00m
Frontier
Deal found 4/20$368
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Çar 5/276:05 pm
DTW
-
SJO
2 stops43h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Per 6/49:35 am
SJO
-
DTW
1 stop24h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23$373
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Çar 7/1512:37 pm
DTW
-
SJO
1 stop21h 43m
Frontier
Cmt 7/259:35 am
SJO
-
DTW
1 stop24h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 4/23$384
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Cmt 5/238:25 pm
DTW
-
SJO
1 stop17h 20m
Spirit Airlines
Cum 5/291:00 pm
SJO
-
DTW
2 stops16h 52m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/23$395
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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.
Çar 5/2012:54 pm
DTW
-
SJO
1 stop21h 25m
Frontier
Pzt 7/209:35 am
SJO
-
DTW
1 stop24h 12m
Frontier
Deal found 4/19$396
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Çar 5/2712:44 pm
DTW
-
SJO
1 stop21h 35m
Frontier
Pzt 6/19:35 am
SJO
-
DTW
2 stops25h 29m
Frontier
Deal found 4/21$401
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Cmt 6/612:44 pm
DTW
-
SJO
1 stop21h 35m
Frontier
Cmt 6/139:35 am
SJO
-
DTW
1 stop24h 12m
Frontier
Deal found 4/22$404
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Sal 5/1912:54 pm
DTW
-
GUA
1 stop23h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Per 5/2812:17 pm
GUA
-
DTW
1 stop18h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/20$404
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Çar 5/276:05 pm
DTW
-
SJO
2 stops43h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sal 6/27:07 am
SJO
-
DTW
1 stop26h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23$405
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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.
Çar 5/2012:54 pm
DTW
-
SJO
1 stop21h 25m
Frontier
Cum 7/249:35 am
SJO
-
DTW
2 stops13h 07m
Frontier
Deal found 4/19$407

Find flight deals from Detroit to Central America

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Detroit to Central America flight deals. Data was last updated Nisan 24, 2026.

Round-trip from

$329
(Travelocity)

One-way from

$168
(Travelocity)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$328

Good round-trip deal

$1,227 or less
From Detroit (DTT) to Central America
One-way flight from Detroit (DTT) to Central America
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($123 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 8% potential price decrease ($46 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Detroit (DTT) to Central America.

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit to Central America that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

DetroitSan Salvador

DTW - SAL

DTWSAL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Cum 9/11

5:30 pm-6:30 am

1 stop15h 00m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Pzt 9/14

10:35 pm-4:32 pm

1 stop15h 57m

$430

DetroitSan Salvador

DTW - SAL

DTWSAL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Paz 5/24

6:10 am-5:55 am

1 stop25h 45m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Çar 6/3

10:35 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop23h 24m

$446

DetroitSan Pedro Sula

DTW - SAP

DTWSAP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Çar 5/6

6:00 am-12:50 pm

1 stop8h 50m

San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda

Cmt 5/23

11:10 am-7:52 am

2 stops18h 42m

$455

DetroitSan Pedro Sula

DTW - SAP

DTWSAP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Çar 7/8

12:35 pm-8:25 am

1 stop21h 50m

San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda

Çar 7/15

11:00 am-10:50 pm

1 stop9h 50m

$457

DetroitSan Pedro Sula

DTW - SAP

DTWSAP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Cum 5/8

6:00 am-12:50 pm

1 stop8h 50m

San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda

Cmt 5/16

2:00 pm-9:03 am

1 stop17h 03m

$474

DetroitSan Pedro Sula

DTW - SAP

DTWSAP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sal 7/7

8:18 pm-12:29 pm

2 stops18h 11m

San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda

Sal 7/14

11:00 am-10:50 pm

1 stop9h 50m

$521

DetroitGuatemala City

DTW - GUA

DTWGUA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Cmt 6/20

8:03 pm-10:01 am

1 stop15h 58m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Cmt 6/27

3:47 pm-11:35 am

2 stops17h 48m

$523

DetroitSan Pedro Sula

DTW - SAP

DTWSAP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Çar 5/6

6:10 am-8:30 am

2 stops28h 20m

San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda

Cmt 5/23

11:10 am-7:52 am

2 stops18h 42m

$523

DetroitSan Salvador

DTW - SAL

DTWSAL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Paz 5/10

7:40 am-8:15 pm

1 stop14h 35m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Çar 5/13

6:30 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop27h 22m

$545

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Çar 5/20

9:25 am-3:18 pm

1 stop7h 53m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Cmt 5/30

7:00 am-8:55 pm

1 stop11h 55m

$557

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Central America

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Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit to Central America

How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit to Central America?

The best time to book flights from Detroit to Central America is 25 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Central America (average of $57). Flying from Detroit to Central America in March is currently the most expensive (average of $245). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Central America

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Central America. 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 Central America. Reviews last updated Nisan 24, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Detroit to 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.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Detroit to Central America?

    If you book a flight to Central America from Detroit, you will be flying from All airports, which is the city’s only airport. Detroit All airports (DTT) is located 0.6 mi from the center of Detroit.

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

    For as low as $455, Spirit Airlines can have you in Central America from Detroit in 8h 50m. There are 1868 mi between Detroit and Central America. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $84. Users have also found prices from $104 and $114 on Frontier and Delta, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Detroit to Central America?

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Central America (average of $57). Flying from Detroit to Central America in March is currently the most expensive (average of $245). 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 6 airlines flying from Detroit to Central America

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Detroit 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 Nisan 24, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$209Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$274Average$775FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$305Average$762FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$542Average$852FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$596Average$694FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$611Average$801FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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