Central America

$108+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles (LAX) 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 8/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SJO
Aug 4 — Aug 111
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Cheap flight deals from Los Angeles to Central America

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Los Angeles to Central America flight deals. Data was last updated July 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$263
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$108
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$473

Good round-trip deal

$335 or less

Good one-way deal

$168 or less
From Los Angeles to Central America
One-way flight from Los Angeles to Central America
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($92 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($23 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Central America.
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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Central America
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to Central America. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 30, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1210:49 pmLAX - GUA
Nonstop4h 44mVolaris Costa Rica
Sun 9/145:13 pmGUA - LAX
Nonstop5h 03mVolaris Costa Rica
Deal found 7/30$259
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/2011:50 pmLAX - GUA
1 stop8h 15mAvianca
Fri 10/37:30 amGUA - LAX
Nonstop5h 30mAvianca
Deal found 7/30$264
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/41:50 pmLAX - GUA
1 stop8h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/145:13 pmGUA - LAX
Nonstop5h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$265
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/2210:49 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop7h 39mVolaris Costa Rica
Tue 8/262:37 pmSJO - LAX
1 stop7h 34mVolaris Costa Rica
Deal found 7/30$266
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/119:08 pmLAX - SJO
2 stops12h 21mSpirit Airlines
Mon 8/1811:27 amSJO - LAX
2 stops13h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/29$267
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/17:40 pmLAX - GUA
2 stops15h 25mSpirit Airlines
Mon 10/1312:20 pmGUA - LAX
1 stop10h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/29$267
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/119:08 pmLAX - SJO
2 stops12h 21mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/184:17 pmSJO - LAX
1 stop19h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$268
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/1011:39 pmLAX - SAL
Nonstop4h 59mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/265:30 amSAL - LAX
1 stop7h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$273
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/237:20 pmLAX - SAL
2 stops16h 52mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/612:35 pmSAL - LAX
2 stops21h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$274
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/2812:55 amLAX - GUA
1 stop9h 31mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/12:40 amGUA - LAX
Nonstop5h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$279
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1211:39 pmLAX - SAL
Nonstop4h 59mVolaris El Salvador
Sun 9/215:45 pmSAL - LAX
Nonstop5h 14mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 7/29$279
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/2410:50 pmLAX - SAL
Nonstop5h 00mUnited Airlines
Wed 8/272:00 amSAL - LAX
Nonstop5h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$280

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Los Angeles 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 July 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Los Angeles to Central America that are best for you.

Fly from

Los Angeles

Fly to

Central America

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesGuatemala City

LAX - GUA

LAXGUA

Los Angeles

Fri 9/12

10:49 pm-4:33 am

Nonstop4h 44m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sun 9/14

5:13 pm-9:16 pm

Nonstop5h 03m

$259

Los AngelesGuatemala City

LAX - GUA

LAXGUA

Los Angeles

Sat 9/20

11:50 pm-9:05 am

1 stop8h 15m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Fri 10/3

7:30 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop5h 30m

$264

Los AngelesGuatemala City

LAX - GUA

LAXGUA

Los Angeles

Thu 9/4

1:50 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop8h 20m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sun 9/14

5:13 pm-9:16 pm

Nonstop5h 03m

$265

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Fri 8/22

10:49 pm-7:28 am

1 stop7h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 8/26

2:37 pm-9:11 pm

1 stop7h 34m

$266

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Mon 8/11

9:08 pm-10:29 am

2 stops12h 21m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 8/18

11:27 am-11:58 pm

2 stops13h 31m

$267

Los AngelesGuatemala City

LAX - GUA

LAXGUA

Los Angeles

Wed 10/1

7:40 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops15h 25m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Mon 10/13

12:20 pm-10:04 pm

1 stop10h 44m

$267

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Mon 8/11

9:08 pm-10:29 am

2 stops12h 21m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 8/18

4:17 pm-10:49 am

1 stop19h 32m

$268

Los AngelesSan Salvador

LAX - SAL

LAXSAL

Los Angeles

Wed 9/10

11:39 pm-5:38 am

Nonstop4h 59m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 9/26

5:30 am-12:00 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$273

Los AngelesSan Salvador

LAX - SAL

LAXSAL

Los Angeles

Sat 8/23

3:30 pm-11:36 am

1 stop19h 06m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 9/6

12:35 pm-9:20 am

2 stops21h 45m

$274

Los AngelesGuatemala City

LAX - GUA

LAXGUA

Los Angeles

Tue 10/28

12:55 am-11:26 am

1 stop9h 31m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sat 11/1

2:40 am-7:04 am

Nonstop5h 24m

$279

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Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Central America

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Los Angeles to Central America

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Central America (average of $398). Flying from Los Angeles 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 LAX to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles 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 July 30, 2025.

When flying from Los Angeles 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.

Weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to Central America

Explore weekly flight availability from Los Angeles 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 July 30, 2025.

The most flights from LAX to 0CA are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, 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 July 30, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from Los Angeles to Central America have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

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 Los Angeles to Central America?

    Los Angeles (LAX) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Los Angeles to Central America. It is only a 9.4 mi journey to Los Angeles (LAX) from Los Angeles’s city center.

  • How popular is this Los Angeles to Central America flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Los Angeles 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 $108. Users have also found prices from $118 and $122 on Avianca and American Airlines, respectively.

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

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Los Angeles to Central America?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Los Angeles to Central America on time: United Airlines (100%), Air France (93%), KLM (89%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Central America?

    The cheapest flight price from Los Angeles to Central America is $148. On average you can expect to pay $883. The most popular route, (Los Angeles - San Salvador El Salvador Intl), can usually be booked for $237.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Central America?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Central America (average of $398). Flying from Los Angeles 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 10 airlines flying from Los Angeles to Central America

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Los Angeles 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 July 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VolarisCheapest$50Average$311FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$87Average$474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$112Average$296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$125Average$340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$128Average$549FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$147Average$567FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$174Average$522FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$175Average$608FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$203Average$601FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$247Average$504FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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