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$86+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) 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 12/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — SJO
Nov 28 — Dec 51
Fri 11/28
Fri 12/5
1 adult, Economy
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Wed 12/39:34 pmDTW - GUA
1 stop16h 49mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/82:28 pmGUA - DTW
1 stop8h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/28$229
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 12/37:10 amDTW - SAL
1 stop16h 09mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/1511:19 pmSAL - DTW
1 stop15h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$238
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Mon 11/108:05 pmDTW - SJO
1 stop17h 20mSpirit Airlines
Wed 11/191:30 pmSJO - DTW
1 stop8h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/27$245
This Spirit deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Spirit is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/115:50 amDTW - SAP
2 stops9h 23mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/153:14 pmSAP - DTW
1 stop8h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/28$246
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Sat 11/229:53 pmDTW - GUA
1 stop16h 57mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/82:38 pmGUA - DTW
1 stop8h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/28$250
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Mon 11/108:05 pmDTW - SJO
1 stop17h 20mSpirit Airlines
Thu 11/131:30 pmSJO - DTW
1 stop9h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/27$252
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Fri 12/57:42 pmDTW - SJO
1 stop17h 00mSpirit Airlines
Thu 12/111:31 pmSJO - DTW
1 stop9h 48mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/27$254
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Mon 12/19:53 pmDTW - GUA
1 stop14h 26mSpirit Airlines
Fri 1/301:59 amGUA - DTW
1 stop7h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/27$258
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/117:49 amDTW - SAP
1 stop7h 24mSpirit Airlines
Fri 1/91:53 amSAP - DTW
1 stop7h 07mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/29$260
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Wed 11/196:10 amDTW - GUA
1 stop8h 40mSpirit Airlines
Wed 11/262:55 pmGUA - DTW
1 stop17h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/29$261
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Mon 11/108:05 pmDTW - GUA
1 stop17h 21mSpirit Airlines
Thu 11/131:31 pmGUA - DTW
1 stop9h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/28$263
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 11/2111:42 amDTW - GUA
1 stop24h 34mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/2510:26 amGUA - DTW
1 stop26h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$266

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 October 29, 2025.

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3 stars

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$229
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$86
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Good round-trip deal

$744 or less
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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 October 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Central America that are best for you.

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DetroitSan Pedro Sula

DTW - SAP

DTWSAP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 12/11

5:50 am-2:13 pm

2 stops9h 23m

San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda

Mon 12/15

3:14 pm-12:19 am

1 stop8h 05m

$246

DetroitGuatemala City

DTW - GUA

DTWGUA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 11/21

11:42 am-11:16 am

1 stop24h 34m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Tue 11/25

10:26 am-2:06 pm

1 stop26h 40m

$266

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 2/5

6:11 am-12:14 pm

1 stop7h 03m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/11

1:19 pm-12:25 am

1 stop10h 06m

$268

DetroitGuatemala City

DTW - GUA

DTWGUA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 11/17

8:00 pm-11:21 am

1 stop16h 21m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Tue 11/25

10:26 am-2:06 pm

1 stop26h 40m

$273

DetroitSan Salvador

DTW - SAL

DTWSAL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 12/3

9:34 pm-12:23 pm

1 stop15h 49m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 12/15

3:52 pm-12:19 am

1 stop7h 27m

$284

DetroitSan Salvador

DTW - SAL

DTWSAL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 12/5

6:55 pm-1:38 pm

1 stop19h 43m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 12/13

12:04 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop10h 55m

$293

DetroitSan Pedro Sula

DTW - SAP

DTWSAP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 12/11

5:50 am-2:13 pm

2 stops9h 23m

San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda

Thu 12/18

3:14 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$294

DetroitSan Pedro Sula

DTW - SAP

DTWSAP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 12/8

6:00 am-2:13 pm

1 stop9h 13m

San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda

Thu 12/18

3:14 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$309

DetroitSan Pedro Sula

DTW - SAP

DTWSAP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 12/8

7:49 am-2:13 pm

1 stop7h 24m

San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda

Wed 12/17

3:14 pm-9:33 am

1 stop17h 19m

$309

DetroitSan Salvador

DTW - SAL

DTWSAL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 12/6

6:55 pm-2:48 pm

1 stop20h 53m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 12/14

3:52 pm-10:08 am

1 stop17h 16m

$312

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Central America

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Central America from Detroit with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Central America

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Central America?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Central America (average of $159). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Central America in December is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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 DTW 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 October 29, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Central America in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 28% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Central America?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Central America flight should consider departing on Monday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 October 29, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Central America by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

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
4,241 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

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
7.9
Good
7,992 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

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
8,999 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

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
11,032 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

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
8,114 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

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?

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW), located 17.3 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Detroit to Central America.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Central America?

    Airlines like Spirit Airlines, JetBlue, and United Airlines fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Central America in about 7h 55m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 4h 45m. The distance from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Central America is about 1729 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 $88. Users have also found prices from $172 and $208 on JetBlue and Air Canada, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Central America?

    While some choose either Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Liberia or Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Panama City Tocumen Intl, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - San José Juan Santamaria Intl is the most popular route from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Central America?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Central America (average of $159). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Central America in December is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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 5 airlines flying from Detroit to Central America

Discover the top 5 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 October 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$209Average$421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$293Average$821FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$324Average$716FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$382Average$820FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$529Average$707FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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