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$85+ 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 6/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — SJO
May 3 — May 101
Sat 5/3
Sat 5/10
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$233
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$85
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$370
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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 April 28, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/296:00 amDTW - GUA
1 stop7h 33mSpirit Airlines
Fri 5/3012:33 pmGUA - DTW
1 stop9h 54mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/28$233
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/296:00 amDTW - GUA
1 stop7h 33mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/3011:15 amGUA - DTW
1 stop19h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$258
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/306:05 amDTW - SAL
1 stop14h 49mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/61:12 pmSAL - DTW
2 stops19h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$274
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/49:09 pmDTW - SJO
2 stops16h 24mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/611:32 amSJO - DTW
1 stop23h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$279
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Wed 5/285:10 amDTW - SJO
1 stop7h 17mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/412:28 pmSJO - DTW
1 stop18h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/28$293
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Tue 5/139:09 pmDTW - SAP
2 stops17h 33mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/311:40 amSAP - DTW
1 stop19h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/27$340
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Wed 5/284:26 pmDTW - GUA
1 stop8h 15mFrontier
Wed 6/411:52 pmGUA - DTW
1 stop9h 31mFrontier
Deal found 4/28$348
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Thu 6/195:00 amDTW - SAL
1 stop9h 09mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/2110:21 pmSAL - DTW
1 stop14h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$371
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Thu 6/195:00 amDTW - SAL
1 stop9h 09mSpirit Airlines
Sun 7/201:22 amSAL - DTW
1 stop8h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/28$393
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Tue 8/58:20 amDTW - LIR
1 stop8h 03mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/1211:05 amLIR - DTW
1 stop10h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$405
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/66:39 pmDTW - LIR
2 stops18h 41mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/122:00 pmLIR - DTW
2 stops19h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$409
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Wed 10/86:00 amDTW - SAL
2 stops10h 23mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/223:30 pmSAL - DTW
2 stops19h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$416

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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 April 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Central America that are best for you.

Fly from

Detroit

Fly to

Central America

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitGuatemala City

DTW - GUA

DTWGUA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 5/29

6:00 am-11:33 am

1 stop7h 33m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Fri 5/30

12:33 pm-12:27 am

1 stop9h 54m

$233

DetroitGuatemala City

DTW - GUA

DTWGUA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 5/29

6:00 am-11:33 am

1 stop7h 33m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Fri 5/30

11:15 am-8:47 am

1 stop19h 32m

$258

DetroitSan Salvador

DTW - SAL

DTWSAL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 10/20

6:07 pm-11:05 am

2 stops18h 58m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 10/30

1:10 pm-10:11 am

2 stops19h 01m

$274

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 6/4

9:09 pm-11:33 am

2 stops16h 24m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 6/6

11:32 am-1:08 pm

1 stop23h 36m

$279

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 5/28

5:10 am-10:27 am

1 stop7h 17m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 6/4

12:28 pm-9:15 am

1 stop18h 47m

$293

DetroitSan Pedro Sula

DTW - SAP

DTWSAP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 5/13

9:09 pm-12:42 pm

2 stops17h 33m

San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda

Tue 6/3

11:40 am-9:10 am

1 stop19h 30m

$340

DetroitGuatemala City

DTW - GUA

DTWGUA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 5/28

4:26 pm-10:41 pm

1 stop8h 15m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Wed 6/4

11:52 pm-11:23 am

1 stop9h 31m

$348

DetroitSan Salvador

DTW - SAL

DTWSAL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 6/19

5:00 am-12:09 pm

1 stop9h 09m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 7/21

10:21 pm-2:44 pm

1 stop14h 23m

$371

DetroitSan Salvador

DTW - SAL

DTWSAL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 6/19

5:00 am-12:09 pm

1 stop9h 09m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 7/20

1:22 am-11:58 am

1 stop8h 36m

$393

DetroitLiberia

DTW - LIR

DTWLIR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/5

6:15 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops19h 55m

Liberia

Tue 8/12

1:20 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 39m

$405

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Central America

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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Central America (average of $398). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 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 April 28, 2025.

When flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Central America, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Central America by month

Plan your trip to Central America by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Central America ranges from 0.0 - 13.0 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 13.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Central America when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Central America by month

Plan your trip to Central America by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Central America, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 73.4 F).

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 April 28, 2025.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,949 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,949 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,949 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,949 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,410 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,949 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,949 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,949 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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.

  • 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 $85. Users have also found prices from $109 and $115 on United Airlines and American Airlines, respectively.

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

    While some choose either Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Guatemala City La Aurora or Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - San Salvador El Salvador 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.

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Central America (average of $398). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 April 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$210Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$293Average$895FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$299Average$720FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$312Average$813FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air CanadaCheapest$380Average$500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
SouthwestCheapest$529Average$735FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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