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$228+ Cheap flights from McAllen (MFE) 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 3/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MFE — SJO
Feb 14 — Feb 211
Sat 2/14
Sat 2/21
1 adult, Economy
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$378
(American Airlines)

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$228
(American Airlines)
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Cheapest flights from McAllen to Central America
Explore the most affordable flight options available from McAllen to Central America. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 15, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/105:56 pm
MFE
-
SJO
2 stops19h 58m
American Airlines
Thu 2/1912:35 am
SJO
-
MFE
1 stop8h 22m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/12$378
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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.
Tue 3/245:17 am
MFE
-
SAL
1 stop11h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/2312:05 pm
SAL
-
MFE
1 stop9h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/15$389
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
Thu 3/57:00 am
MFE
-
SAL
1 stop9h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/1112:05 pm
SAL
-
MFE
1 stop9h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/14$409
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 2/283:48 pm
MFE
-
SJO
2 stops18h 36m
American Airlines
Fri 3/612:35 am
SJO
-
MFE
1 stop8h 22m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/14$435
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/2411:00 am
MFE
-
SAL
2 stops25h 37m
American Airlines
Thu 4/231:43 pm
SAL
-
MFE
1 stop9h 27m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/15$495
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/287:00 am
MFE
-
SJO
1 stop11h 16m
United Airlines
Sat 3/78:45 am
SJO
-
MFE
1 stop9h 09m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/14$503
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/117:32 pm
MFE
-
SAL
1 stop18h 11m
American Airlines
Mon 4/201:19 pm
SAL
-
MFE
2 stops22h 10m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/15$504
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/289:15 am
MFE
-
SAL
1 stop12h 04m
United Airlines
Tue 3/36:55 am
SAL
-
MFE
1 stop14h 47m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/13$511
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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.
Mon 1/195:56 pm
MFE
-
SJO
2 stops18h 42m
American Airlines
Wed 1/287:09 am
SJO
-
MFE
2 stops16h 08m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/13$518
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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.
Fri 5/2910:39 am
MFE
-
GUA
1 stop13h 51m
American Airlines
Sun 5/3112:22 pm
GUA
-
MFE
1 stop11h 04m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/13$548
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/307:00 am
MFE
-
SAL
1 stop14h 19m
United Airlines
Mon 2/26:55 am
SAL
-
MFE
1 stop15h 02m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/13$551
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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.
Fri 1/305:56 pm
MFE
-
SAL
2 stops18h 35m
American Airlines
Mon 2/23:21 pm
SAL
-
MFE
1 stop7h 56m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/13$575

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Customize your flight search to find flights from McAllen 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 15, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from McAllen to Central America that are best for you.

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McAllenSan José

MFE - SJO

MFESJO

McAllen Miller Intl

Tue 2/10

5:56 pm-1:54 pm

2 stops19h 58m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/19

12:35 am-8:57 am

1 stop8h 22m

$378

McAllenSan Salvador

MFE - SAL

MFESAL

McAllen Miller Intl

Sat 4/11

7:00 am-4:00 pm

1 stop10h 00m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 4/20

12:05 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop9h 54m

$389

McAllenSan Salvador

MFE - SAL

MFESAL

McAllen Miller Intl

Thu 3/5

7:00 am-4:00 pm

1 stop9h 00m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 3/11

12:05 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop9h 54m

$409

McAllenSan Salvador

MFE - SAL

MFESAL

McAllen Miller Intl

Tue 3/24

11:00 am-11:37 am

2 stops25h 37m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 4/23

1:43 pm-12:10 am

1 stop9h 27m

$495

McAllenSan José

MFE - SJO

MFESJO

McAllen Miller Intl

Sat 2/28

7:00 am-6:16 pm

1 stop11h 16m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 3/7

8:45 am-5:54 pm

1 stop9h 09m

$503

McAllenSan Salvador

MFE - SAL

MFESAL

McAllen Miller Intl

Sat 4/11

7:32 pm-12:43 pm

1 stop18h 11m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 4/20

1:19 pm-12:29 pm

2 stops22h 10m

$504

McAllenSan Salvador

MFE - SAL

MFESAL

McAllen Miller Intl

Sat 2/28

9:15 am-9:19 pm

1 stop12h 04m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 3/3

6:55 am-9:42 pm

1 stop14h 47m

$511

McAllenSan José

MFE - SJO

MFESJO

McAllen Miller Intl

Mon 1/19

5:56 pm-12:38 pm

2 stops18h 42m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 1/28

7:09 am-11:17 pm

2 stops16h 08m

$518

McAllenGuatemala City

MFE - GUA

MFEGUA

McAllen Miller Intl

Fri 5/29

10:39 am-11:30 pm

1 stop13h 51m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sun 5/31

12:22 pm-12:26 am

1 stop11h 04m

$548

McAllenSan Salvador

MFE - SAL

MFESAL

McAllen Miller Intl

Fri 1/30

7:00 am-9:19 pm

1 stop14h 19m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 2/2

6:55 am-9:57 pm

1 stop15h 02m

$551

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Best time to book a flight from McAllen to Central America

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from McAllen to Central America (average of $417). Flying from McAllen to Central America in December is currently the most expensive (average of $840). 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.

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 15, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines and American Airlines from McAllen 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,164 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,164 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,164 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,136 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,164 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from McAllen to Central America?

    Most people fly from McAllen Miller Intl (MFE) if they book a flight from McAllen to Central America. McAllen Miller Intl is conveniently located just 2.0 mi from McAllen’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from McAllen to Central America?

    Departing from McAllen to Central America will take you 11h 16m. There are 1445 mi between McAllen and Central America. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The most popular flight routes from McAllen to Central America are McAllen Miller Intl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl, McAllen Miller Intl - San Salvador El Salvador Intl and McAllen Miller Intl - Guatemala City La Aurora.

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from McAllen 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 McAllen to Central America?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from McAllen to Central America (average of $417). Flying from McAllen to Central America in December is currently the most expensive (average of $840). 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 2 airlines flying from McAllen to Central America

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from McAllen 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 15, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$406Average$613FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$436Average$575FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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