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$87+ Cheap flights from New York, NY (NYC) 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 8/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — SJO
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from New York to Central America

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New York to Central America flight deals. Data was last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$193
(Avianca)

One-way from

$87
(CheapOair)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$326

Good round-trip deal

$291 or less

Good one-way deal

$94 or less
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Cheapest flights from New York to Central America
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Central America. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Sat 6/2111:20 amJFK - GUA
3 stops13h 50mAvianca
Tue 6/246:10 amGUA - JFK
2 stops17h 25mAvianca
Deal found 6/11$193
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Fri 6/207:43 amJFK - SAL
1 stop14h 01mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/296:00 amSAL - JFK
1 stop15h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$225
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/113:00 amJFK - SAL
Nonstop4h 55mAvianca
Wed 6/1810:55 pmSAL - JFK
Nonstop4h 40mAvianca
Deal found 6/11$226
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Tue 6/102:10 amJFK - SAL
Nonstop4h 52mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/167:30 pmSAL - JFK
Nonstop4h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$227
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/411:45 amJFK - GUA
Nonstop4h 58mJetBlue
Wed 10/84:15 pmGUA - JFK
Nonstop4h 45mJetBlue
Deal found 6/11$239
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/236:00 amJFK - SAL
1 stop8h 27mDelta
Wed 9/31:52 pmSAL - JFK
1 stop9h 14mDelta
Deal found 6/10$240
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Wed 9/108:00 pmJFK - GUA
1 stop17h 26mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/2212:30 pmGUA - JFK
1 stop7h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$254
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/196:55 amJFK - GUA
2 stops13h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/291:38 pmGUA - JFK
1 stop16h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$255
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/246:00 amJFK - GUA
1 stop8h 28mFrontier
Mon 9/11:38 pmGUA - JFK
1 stop16h 01mFrontier
Deal found 6/12$274
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Tue 7/86:00 amLGA - SJO
1 stop7h 19mSpirit Airlines
Wed 7/912:16 pmSJO - LGA
1 stop9h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/9$279
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Wed 6/113:50 amJFK - SJO
1 stop7h 30mAvianca
Sun 6/2210:45 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop9h 15mAvianca
Deal found 6/11$280
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/271:01 pmJFK - SAL
1 stop11h 26mFrontier
Sat 10/1111:47 pmSAL - JFK
1 stop10h 12mFrontier
Deal found 6/11$281

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Customize your flight search to find flights from New York 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York to Central America that are best for you.

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New York

Fly to

Central America

Route

Depart

Return

Price

New YorkGuatemala City

JFK - GUA

JFKGUA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 6/21

11:20 am-11:10 pm

3 stops13h 50m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Tue 6/24

6:10 am-1:35 am

2 stops17h 25m

$193

New YorkSan Salvador

JFK - SAL

JFKSAL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 6/26

2:10 am-5:02 am

Nonstop4h 52m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 7/1

7:30 pm-2:10 am

Nonstop4h 40m

$227

New YorkSan Salvador

JFK - SAL

JFKSAL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 8/30

5:00 pm-11:36 am

2 stops20h 36m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 9/27

12:35 pm-10:41 am

2 stops20h 06m

$238

New YorkGuatemala City

JFK - GUA

JFKGUA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 9/1

10:30 am-1:40 pm

Nonstop5h 10m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Thu 9/18

4:23 pm-11:05 pm

Nonstop4h 42m

$239

New YorkSan Salvador

JFK - SAL

JFKSAL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 8/23

6:00 am-12:27 pm

1 stop8h 27m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 9/3

1:52 pm-1:06 am

1 stop9h 14m

$240

New YorkSan Salvador

JFK - SAL

JFKSAL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 9/6

3:00 am-5:55 am

Nonstop4h 55m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 9/30

7:30 pm-2:10 am

Nonstop4h 40m

$244

New YorkGuatemala City

JFK - GUA

JFKGUA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 9/10

8:00 pm-11:26 am

1 stop17h 26m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Mon 9/22

12:30 pm-10:21 pm

1 stop7h 51m

$254

New YorkGuatemala City

JFK - GUA

JFKGUA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 8/19

6:55 am-5:55 pm

2 stops13h 00m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Fri 8/29

1:38 pm-7:39 am

1 stop16h 01m

$255

New YorkGuatemala City

JFK - GUA

JFKGUA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 8/24

6:00 am-12:28 pm

1 stop8h 28m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Mon 9/1

1:38 pm-7:39 am

1 stop16h 01m

$274

New YorkSan José

LGA - SJO

LGASJO

New York LaGuardia

Tue 7/8

6:00 am-11:19 am

1 stop7h 19m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 7/9

12:16 pm-11:26 pm

1 stop9h 10m

$279

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Best time to book a flight from New York to Central America

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York to Central America

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from New York 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 June 12, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from New York to Central America as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from New York to Central America

Explore weekly flight availability from New York 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 June 12, 2025.

The most flights from NYC to 0CA are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

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 June 12, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

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.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,451 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

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.
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,706 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New York 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 are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York to Central America one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Avianca. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $87. Users have also found prices from $91 and $93 on Volaris El Salvador and American Airlines, respectively.

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

    When deciding which route to take from New York to Central America consider New York John F Kennedy Intl - Panama City Tocumen Intl, Newark - San José Juan Santamaria Intl or New York John F Kennedy Intl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl as they are the most popular.

  • What are the cheapest flights from New York to Central America?

    The cheapest flight price from New York to Central America is $128. On average you can expect to pay $322. The most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Panama City Tocumen Intl), can usually be booked for $441.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from New York to Central America?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York 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 to Central America?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Central America (average of $398). Flying from New York 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 9 airlines flying from New York to Central America

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from New York 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VolarisCheapest$85Average$287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
DeltaCheapest$94Average$548FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$105Average$453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$130Average$277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$153Average$480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$174Average$473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$179Average$604FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$180Average$872FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$235Average$586FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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