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$103+ 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 10/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — SJO
Oct 15 — Oct 221
Wed 10/15
Wed 10/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 September 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$227
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$103
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$394

Good round-trip deal

$768 or less
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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 September 15, 2025.

This Kiwi.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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/96:14 pmDTW - GUA
1 stop19h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/142:19 pmGUA - DTW
1 stop16h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/12$227
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Wed 10/298:20 pmDTW - SAL
1 stop15h 03mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/511:27 pmSAL - DTW
1 stop16h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$237
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/149:05 pmDTW - SAP
2 stops17h 34mSpirit Airlines
Tue 10/211:34 pmSAP - DTW
2 stops16h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/14$237
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Fri 10/33:42 pmDTW - SAL
1 stop22h 39mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/171:39 pmSAL - DTW
1 stop16h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/13$238
This Kiwi.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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/76:00 amDTW - GUA
1 stop8h 04mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/142:19 pmGUA - DTW
1 stop16h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/12$241
This Kiwi.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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/126:59 pmDTW - GUA
1 stop20h 16mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/142:19 pmGUA - DTW
1 stop16h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/12$247
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/306:05 amDTW - GUA
1 stop7h 26mSpirit Airlines
Thu 11/61:22 pmGUA - DTW
1 stop10h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/15$249
This Kiwi.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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/84:00 pmDTW - GUA
1 stop9h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/142:19 pmGUA - DTW
1 stop16h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/12$253
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Mon 9/297:10 pmDTW - SJO
2 stops18h 04mSpirit Airlines
Tue 10/712:35 pmSJO - DTW
2 stops17h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/14$254
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Fri 10/316:07 pmDTW - SAL
1 stop20h 02mFrontier
Sat 11/82:24 pmSAL - DTW
1 stop25h 48mFrontier
Deal found 9/13$255
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Fri 10/316:07 pmDTW - SAL
1 stop20h 02mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/82:24 pmSAL - DTW
2 stops16h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/13$257
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Wed 9/247:10 pmDTW - SAL
1 stop16h 13mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/2910:21 pmSAL - DTW
1 stop13h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/13$261

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit 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 September 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit to Central America that are best for you.

Fly from

Detroit

Fly to

Central America

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitSan Salvador

DTW - SAL

DTWSAL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/29

8:20 pm-9:23 am

1 stop15h 03m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 11/5

11:27 pm-5:18 pm

1 stop16h 51m

$237

DetroitSan Pedro Sula

DTW - SAP

DTWSAP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/14

9:05 pm-12:39 pm

2 stops17h 34m

San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda

Tue 10/21

1:34 pm-8:16 am

2 stops16h 42m

$237

DetroitSan Salvador

DTW - SAL

DTWSAL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 10/3

3:42 pm-12:21 pm

1 stop22h 39m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 10/17

1:39 pm-8:16 am

1 stop16h 37m

$238

DetroitGuatemala City

DTW - GUA

DTWGUA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 11/11

4:00 pm-12:55 am

1 stop9h 55m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Fri 11/14

2:19 pm-8:00 am

1 stop16h 41m

$253

DetroitSan Salvador

DTW - SAL

DTWSAL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 10/31

6:07 pm-12:09 pm

1 stop20h 02m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 11/8

2:24 pm-8:22 am

2 stops16h 58m

$257

DetroitSan Salvador

DTW - SAL

DTWSAL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 10/18

7:22 am-12:24 pm

1 stop7h 02m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 10/25

1:45 pm-8:45 am

2 stops17h 00m

$268

DetroitSan Pedro Sula

DTW - SAP

DTWSAP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/15

6:43 am-12:39 pm

1 stop7h 56m

San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda

Sun 10/19

1:34 pm-9:54 am

1 stop18h 20m

$286

DetroitSan Salvador

DTW - SAL

DTWSAL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 10/20

7:22 am-12:24 pm

1 stop7h 02m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 10/30

8:00 am-6:32 pm

1 stop8h 32m

$290

DetroitSan Salvador

DTW - SAL

DTWSAL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 9/28

6:30 am-5:36 pm

2 stops13h 06m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 10/1

10:21 pm-1:59 pm

1 stop13h 38m

$290

DetroitGuatemala City

DTW - GUA

DTWGUA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 11/1

6:29 pm-12:22 pm

1 stop19h 53m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Fri 11/7

1:59 am-10:00 am

1 stop7h 01m

$296

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 9/13

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Central America (average of $398). Flying from Detroit to Central America in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 DTT to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit 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 September 15, 2025.

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

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 September 15, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,929 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,016 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

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 $237, Spirit Airlines can have you in Central America from Detroit in 17h 34m. 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 $112. Users have also found prices from $144 and $195 on Air Canada and JetBlue, respectively.

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

    Most travelers choose Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - San José Juan Santamaria Intl, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Panama City Tocumen Intl or Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Liberia when deciding on the best route 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Central America (average of $398). Flying from Detroit to Central America in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 September 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$209Average$423FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$293Average$822FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$324Average$721FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air CanadaCheapest$380Average$500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$382Average$826FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$573Average$723FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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