Central America

$89+ 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 2/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SJO
Feb 26 — Mar 51
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from Los Angeles to Central America with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go

Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”

2. Select your favorite providers

We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.

3. Compare prices and book

Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

Cheap flight deals from Los Angeles to Central America

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 January 27, 2026.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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.
Tue 3/3111:04 pm
LAX
-
GUA
Nonstop4h 34m
Volaris Costa Rica
Tue 4/145:13 pm
GUA
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 21m
Volaris Costa Rica
Deal found 1/25$234
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/2410:04 pm
LAX
-
GUA
Nonstop4h 40m
Volaris Costa Rica
Tue 3/35:20 pm
GUA
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 14m
Volaris Costa Rica
Deal found 1/25$237
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/139:00 am
LAX
-
GUA
Nonstop4h 38m
Volaris
Fri 4/173:47 pm
GUA
-
LAX
1 stop8h 05m
Volaris
Deal found 1/25$240
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/2612:09 pm
LAX
-
GUA
1 stop17h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/45:20 pm
GUA
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/25$241
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/2610:04 pm
LAX
-
GUA
Nonstop4h 40m
Volaris Costa Rica
Thu 3/55:20 pm
GUA
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 14m
Volaris Costa Rica
Deal found 1/25$242
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/911:59 pm
LAX
-
GUA
1 stop10h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 2/115:20 pm
GUA
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$243
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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.
Tue 4/219:00 am
LAX
-
GUA
Nonstop4h 38m
Volaris Costa Rica
Wed 4/292:00 pm
GUA
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 16m
Volaris Costa Rica
Deal found 1/25$244
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Fri 4/179:00 am
LAX
-
GUA
Nonstop4h 38m
Volaris Costa Rica
Sun 5/32:00 pm
GUA
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 16m
Volaris Costa Rica
Deal found 1/26$245
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/210:04 pm
LAX
-
GUA
Nonstop4h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 3/61:59 pm
GUA
-
LAX
1 stop9h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$246
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/2310:04 pm
LAX
-
GUA
Nonstop4h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 2/261:37 pm
GUA
-
LAX
1 stop10h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$247
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/44:07 pm
LAX
-
GUA
2 stops18h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/95:13 pm
GUA
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$248
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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.
Wed 4/159:00 am
LAX
-
GUA
Nonstop4h 38m
Volaris Costa Rica
Sun 5/242:00 pm
GUA
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 16m
Volaris Costa Rica
Deal found 1/25$249

Find 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 January 27, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$234
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$89
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$393

Good round-trip deal

$294 or less

Good one-way deal

$134 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Los Angeles-San Salvador El Salvador Intl flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Los Angeles-San Salvador El Salvador Intl flights.
From Los Angeles to Central America
One-way flight from Los Angeles to Central America
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 21% potential increase in price ($111 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($26 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Central America.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Los Angeles to Central America.

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 January 27, 2026.
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 4/17

5:50 am-2:30 pm

1 stop7h 40m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sat 5/2

3:45 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop8h 59m

$281

Los AngelesGuatemala City

LAX - GUA

LAXGUA

Los Angeles

Mon 2/9

5:50 am-7:39 pm

1 stop11h 49m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Tue 2/10

2:10 am-8:47 am

1 stop8h 37m

$281

Los AngelesGuatemala City

LAX - GUA

LAXGUA

Los Angeles

Wed 2/4

5:55 am-3:35 pm

1 stop7h 40m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Wed 5/6

3:45 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop8h 59m

$281

Los AngelesGuatemala City

LAX - GUA

LAXGUA

Los Angeles

Mon 2/2

7:35 am-7:39 pm

1 stop10h 04m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Thu 2/5

2:40 am-6:04 am

Nonstop5h 24m

$282

Los AngelesSan Pedro Sula

LAX - SAP

LAXSAP

Los Angeles

Mon 3/9

12:55 am-11:35 am

1 stop9h 40m

San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda

Tue 3/17

6:15 am-11:46 pm

1 stop18h 31m

$285

Los AngelesGuatemala City

LAX - GUA

LAXGUA

Los Angeles

Wed 2/4

5:55 am-3:35 pm

1 stop7h 40m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sun 2/8

2:40 am-6:04 am

Nonstop5h 24m

$290

Los AngelesGuatemala City

LAX - GUA

LAXGUA

Los Angeles

Tue 2/3

11:15 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop14h 20m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Fri 2/13

2:40 am-6:04 am

Nonstop5h 24m

$290

Los AngelesSan Salvador

LAX - SAL

LAXSAL

Los Angeles

Sat 4/25

12:55 am-2:30 pm

1 stop12h 35m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 5/1

2:00 am-6:25 am

Nonstop5h 25m

$291

Los AngelesGuatemala City

LAX - GUA

LAXGUA

Los Angeles

Tue 3/17

11:49 pm-2:08 pm

1 stop13h 19m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Thu 4/2

1:09 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop11h 44m

$307

Los AngelesSan Pedro Sula

LAX - SAP

LAXSAP

Los Angeles

Tue 2/3

7:23 pm-11:48 am

2 stops14h 25m

San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda

Sat 2/7

3:57 pm-10:52 am

2 stops20h 55m

$308

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 1/26

Showing 1-10 of 60 results
1
2
3
...
6

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Central America from Los Angeles with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Central America (average of $114). Flying from Los Angeles to Central America in December is currently the most expensive (average of $224). 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 January 27, 2026.

When flying from Los Angeles to Central America, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 16% versus a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Los Angeles to Central America?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Los Angeles to Central America. Price data was last updated on January 24, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Los Angeles to Central America flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 January 27, 2026.

The most flights from LAX to 0CA are scheduled on a Friday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 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 January 27, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Volaris Costa Rica, and Volaris El Salvador 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.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading
Volaris El Salvador
7.4
Good

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Los Angeles to Central America. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • 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?

  • How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Central America?

    Departing from Los Angeles to Central America will take you 5h 45m. There are 2721 mi between Los Angeles and Central America. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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 $72. Users have also found prices from $80 and $82 on Avianca and Volaris Costa Rica, 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: American Airlines (92%), Alaska Airlines (92%), KLM (73%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Los Angeles to Central America is $151. On average you can expect to pay $831. The most popular route, (Los Angeles - San Salvador El Salvador Intl), can usually be booked for $165.

  • 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Central America (average of $114). Flying from Los Angeles to Central America in December is currently the most expensive (average of $224). 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.

See more FAQs

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for Los Angeles to Central America

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.

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 January 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$81Average$353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
VolarisCheapest$84Average$256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$100Average$495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$114Average$292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$122Average$473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$124Average$341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$142Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
AviancaCheapest$148Average$501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$175Average$557FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
VivaCheapest$193Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.