Central America

$110+ Cheap flights from John F Kennedy Intl, NY (JFK) to Central America

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JFK — SJO
Apr 15 — Apr 221
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Cheapest flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Central America
Explore the most affordable flight options available from John F Kennedy Intl to Central America. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 16, 2026.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/26:55 am
JFK
-
SAL
Nonstop5h 00m
Avianca
Mon 5/187:20 pm
SAL
-
JFK
Nonstop4h 45m
Avianca
Deal found 3/13$296
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 5/195:00 pm
JFK
-
SAL
1 stop21h 19m
American Airlines
Tue 5/267:00 am
SAL
-
JFK
1 stop24h 14m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/11$297
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/106:55 am
JFK
-
SAL
Nonstop5h 00m
Avianca
Wed 5/2010:35 pm
SAL
-
JFK
Nonstop4h 45m
Avianca
Deal found 3/15$298
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/92:59 pm
JFK
-
SAL
1 stop23h 20m
American Airlines
Sun 5/171:19 pm
SAL
-
JFK
2 stops18h 52m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/13$299
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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.
Fri 5/86:55 am
JFK
-
SAL
Nonstop5h 00m
Avianca
Mon 5/1810:35 pm
SAL
-
JFK
Nonstop4h 45m
Avianca
Deal found 3/11$300
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/176:55 am
JFK
-
SAL
Nonstop5h 00m
Avianca
Wed 9/2312:05 pm
SAL
-
JFK
1 stop16h 00m
Avianca
Deal found 3/13$301
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. 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 4/86:00 am
JFK
-
SAL
1 stop18h 05m
Frontier
Mon 4/201:37 pm
SAL
-
JFK
1 stop20h 13m
Frontier
Deal found 3/14$302
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/253:45 am
JFK
-
GUA
Nonstop5h 05m
Avianca
Fri 10/307:45 pm
GUA
-
JFK
Nonstop4h 30m
Avianca
Deal found 3/12$302
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/233:35 am
JFK
-
MGA
1 stop6h 50m
Avianca
Tue 9/293:15 pm
MGA
-
JFK
1 stop8h 50m
Avianca
Deal found 3/14$302
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/293:35 am
JFK
-
SAL
Nonstop4h 55m
Avianca
Tue 5/510:35 pm
SAL
-
JFK
Nonstop4h 45m
Avianca
Deal found 3/13$303
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/303:35 am
JFK
-
GUA
1 stop7h 25m
Avianca
Tue 5/510:00 am
GUA
-
JFK
1 stop13h 15m
Avianca
Deal found 3/11$303
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/258:00 am
JFK
-
MGA
1 stop7h 46m
American Airlines
Fri 5/12:46 pm
MGA
-
JFK
1 stop8h 11m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/14$303

Find flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to Central America

Keep the following information in mind while searching for John F Kennedy Intl to Central America flight deals. Data was last updated March 16, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$296
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$110
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$385

Good round-trip deal

$303 or less

Good one-way deal

$134 or less
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From New York John F Kennedy Intl to Central America
One-way flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Central America
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($62 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($25 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Central America.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Central America.

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Customize your flight search to find flights from John F Kennedy Intl 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 March 16, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Central America that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

New YorkSan Salvador

JFK - SAL

JFKSAL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 5/18

3:45 am-8:33 pm

1 stop18h 48m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 5/26

1:58 pm-3:59 am

1 stop12h 01m

$329

New YorkSan Pedro Sula

JFK - SAP

JFKSAP

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 5/15

3:32 pm-11:32 pm

1 stop10h 00m

San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda

Tue 5/19

1:49 pm-1:00 am

1 stop9h 11m

$345

New YorkSan José

JFK - SJO

JFKSJO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 8/30

8:00 pm-11:56 am

1 stop17h 56m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/16

1:25 pm-1:00 am

1 stop9h 35m

$348

New YorkSan Salvador

JFK - SAL

JFKSAL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 4/21

3:32 pm-11:36 pm

1 stop10h 04m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 4/27

4:57 am-1:00 am

1 stop18h 03m

$353

New YorkSan Salvador

JFK - SAL

JFKSAL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 5/8

3:32 pm-11:36 pm

1 stop10h 04m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 5/16

7:30 am-3:59 am

1 stop18h 29m

$353

New YorkSan Salvador

JFK - SAL

JFKSAL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 4/18

6:05 am-8:33 pm

1 stop16h 28m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 4/25

2:02 pm-3:59 am

1 stop11h 57m

$353

New YorkSan Salvador

JFK - SAL

JFKSAL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 5/23

3:32 pm-11:36 pm

1 stop10h 04m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 5/27

1:58 pm-1:00 am

1 stop9h 02m

$353

New YorkSan Salvador

JFK - SAL

JFKSAL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 5/8

3:32 pm-11:36 pm

1 stop10h 04m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 5/11

1:58 pm-3:59 am

1 stop12h 01m

$353

New YorkSan Salvador

JFK - SAL

JFKSAL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 5/1

3:32 pm-11:36 pm

1 stop10h 04m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 5/4

7:30 am-3:59 am

1 stop18h 29m

$353

New YorkSan Salvador

JFK - SAL

JFKSAL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 4/15

3:32 pm-11:36 pm

1 stop10h 04m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 4/28

8:33 am-3:59 am

1 stop17h 26m

$353

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Best time to book a flight from John F Kennedy Intl to Central America

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Central America?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Central America (average of $121). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Central America in February is currently the most expensive (average of $191). 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 JFK to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from John F Kennedy Intl 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 March 16, 2026.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 19% on flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Central America by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Central America?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from John F Kennedy Intl to Central America. Price data was last updated on March 14, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Central America flight should consider departing on Sunday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Central America

Explore weekly flight availability from John F Kennedy Intl 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 March 16, 2026.

The most flights from JFK to 0CA are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

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 March 16, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta,Copa Airlines, andJetBlue from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Central America?

    For as low as $331, Copa Airlines can have you in Central America from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in 5h 13m. The distance from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Central America is about 1935 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Central America one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Volaris El Salvador, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $68. Avianca flights start at $70 while deals on Delta start at $75 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Central America?

  • What are the cheapest flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Central America?

    On average you can expect to pay $320 for a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Central America. The cheapest flight overall is $138 while the most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Panama City Tocumen Intl) is currently priced at $467.

  • Can I find deals for flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Central America that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Central America?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Central America?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Central America?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Central America (average of $121). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Central America in February is currently the most expensive (average of $191). 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 8 airlines flying from John F Kennedy Intl to Central America

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from John F Kennedy Intl 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 March 16, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$94Average$464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$110Average$460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
FrontierCheapest$136Average$597FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
AviancaCheapest$141Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$153Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$180Average$270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$231Average$474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$471Average$883FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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