$187+ 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 11/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — SJO
Sep 2 — Sep 91
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from New York to Central AmericaExplore 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 August 3, 2026.
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 August 3, 2026.
This Copa Airlines 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/212:20 am
JFK
- SAL
1 stop23h 14m
Copa Airlines
Tue 10/68:30 am
SAL
- JFK
1 stop17h 29m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 7/30![Copa Airlines logo]()
$404
This eDestinos 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/253:20 am
JFK
- SAL
1 stop19h 45m
Avianca
Sun 9/276:30 pm
SAL
- JFK
Nonstop4h 45m
Avianca
Deal found 7/29![Avianca logo]()
$406
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/133:20 am
JFK
- SAL
2 stops9h 35m
Avianca
Mon 9/146:30 pm
SAL
- JFK
Nonstop4h 45m
Avianca
Deal found 8/2![Avianca logo]()
$415
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/16:55 am
JFK
- SAL
Nonstop5h 00m
Avianca
Thu 10/15:35 pm
SAL
- JFK
2 stops30h 15m
Avianca
Deal found 8/1![Avianca logo]()
$418
This Copa 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/282:23 am
JFK
- SAL
1 stop20h 06m
Copa Airlines
Fri 11/67:30 am
SAL
- JFK
1 stop8h 47m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 7/29![Copa Airlines logo]()
$419
This Kiwi.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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/269:34 am
JFK
- SAL
1 stop12h 57m
Copa Airlines
Sat 10/31:59 pm
SAL
- JFK
1 stop9h 01m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 7/30![Copa Airlines logo]()
$421
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/262:23 am
JFK
- SAL
1 stop20h 06m
Copa Airlines
Wed 11/114:59 am
SAL
- JFK
1 stop9h 01m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 8/2![Copa Airlines logo]()
$429
This 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/17:29 am
JFK
- SAL
1 stop7h 35m
American Airlines
Tue 11/173:04 pm
SAL
- JFK
1 stop8h 54m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/30![American Airlines logo]()
$432
This 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/27:29 am
JFK
- SAL
1 stop7h 35m
American Airlines
Tue 11/173:04 pm
SAL
- JFK
1 stop8h 54m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/30![American Airlines logo]()
$434
This Copa 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/42:20 am
JFK
- SAL
1 stop20h 12m
Copa Airlines
Mon 10/194:54 am
SAL
- JFK
1 stop11h 23m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 7/29![Copa Airlines logo]()
$439
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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.
Thu 12/39:15 am
JFK
- SJO
Nonstop5h 33m
JetBlue
Tue 12/153:10 pm
SJO
- JFK
Nonstop5h 05m
JetBlue
Deal found 8/1![JetBlue logo]()
$442
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Sun 8/306:41 am
LGA
- SJO
1 stop7h 45m
American Airlines
Mon 9/146:00 am
SJO
- LGA
1 stop14h 49m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/31![American Airlines logo]()
$443
Best flights from New York to Central AmericaDiscover carefully curated flight deals from New York to Central America that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 3, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from New York to Central America that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 3, 2026.
This Copa 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/42:20 am
JFK
- SAL
1 stop20h 12m
Copa Airlines
Fri 10/168:30 am
SAL
- JFK
1 stop14h 30m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 7/29![Copa Airlines logo]()
$454
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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.
Tue 10/136:00 am
JFK
- SAL
1 stop8h 32m
Delta
Tue 11/32:57 pm
SAL
- JFK
1 stop9h 02m
Delta
Deal found 8/2![Delta logo]()
$461
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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.
Wed 10/287:00 am
JFK
- SJO
1 stop7h 59m
JetBlue
Sat 10/311:59 pm
SJO
- JFK
Nonstop5h 01m
JetBlue
Deal found 8/2![JetBlue logo]()
$468
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 1/198:55 pm
LGA
- SJO
2 stops17h 50m
Southwest
Wed 1/271:50 pm
SJO
- LGA
2 stops17h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 7/29![Southwest logo]()
$474
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 1/97:45 am
LGA
- SJO
1 stop11h 31m
United Airlines
Tue 1/191:15 am
SJO
- LGA
1 stop10h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 8/1![United Airlines logo]()
$489
This Arajet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 Arajet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/1511:59 pm
EWR
- SJO
1 stop18h 09m
Arajet
Sat 1/305:53 pm
SJO
- EWR
1 stop14h 37m
Arajet
Deal found 8/1![Arajet logo]()
$502
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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.
Mon 10/53:35 pm
JFK
- PTY
1 stop10h 00m
Avianca
Fri 10/910:10 am
PTY
- JFK
1 stop12h 35m
Avianca
Deal found 8/2![Avianca logo]()
$694
This Alaska Airlines 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 1/245:29 pm
JFK
- SJO
2 stops31h 28m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 1/271:45 am
SJO
- JFK
3 stops28h 20m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/30![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$893
This Copa Airlines 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/213:32 pm
JFK
- SAL
1 stop23h 08m
Copa Airlines
Tue 10/274:59 am
SAL
- JFK
1 stop21h 00m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 7/30![Copa Airlines logo]()
$454
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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.
Wed 10/76:00 am
JFK
- SAL
1 stop8h 32m
Delta
Mon 10/121:57 pm
SAL
- JFK
1 stop9h 02m
Delta
Deal found 8/1![Delta logo]()
$461
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/138:45 am
LGA
- SJO
2 stops12h 55m
Southwest
Tue 10/209:00 am
SJO
- LGA
2 stops21h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 8/2![Southwest logo]()
$488
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/282:23 am
JFK
- SAL
1 stop20h 06m
Copa Airlines
Mon 11/91:43 pm
SAL
- JFK
1 stop26h 34m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 8/1![Copa Airlines logo]()
$459
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.
Thu 9/2410:10 am
LGA
- GUA
1 stop8h 27m
United Airlines
Sun 9/271:30 am
GUA
- LGA
1 stop9h 08m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/29![United Airlines logo]()
$507
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/22:00 pm
LGA
- SJO
1 stop9h 15m
Delta
Mon 12/77:00 am
SJO
- LGA
1 stop15h 43m
Delta
Deal found 7/30![Delta logo]()
$475
This JetBlue 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/216:00 am
LGA
- GUA
1 stop6h 39m
JetBlue
Tue 2/912:45 pm
GUA
- LGA
1 stop7h 47m
JetBlue
Deal found 7/30![JetBlue logo]()
$542
This Copa 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/222:20 am
JFK
- GUA
1 stop10h 31m
Copa Airlines
Wed 1/274:21 pm
GUA
- JFK
1 stop21h 39m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 7/29![Copa Airlines logo]()
$465
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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.
Wed 10/283:32 pm
EWR
- SJO
Nonstop5h 21m
United Airlines
Mon 11/21:55 pm
SJO
- EWR
Nonstop5h 17m
United Airlines
Deal found 8/2![United Airlines logo]()
$512
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/267:15 am
LGA
- SJO
1 stop12h 50m
Southwest
Sat 10/31:00 pm
SJO
- LGA
2 stops17h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 8/2![Southwest logo]()
$522
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/176:00 am
JFK
- SAL
1 stop8h 31m
Delta
Tue 9/221:57 pm
SAL
- JFK
1 stop9h 02m
Delta
Deal found 7/29![Delta logo]()
$481
This Copa 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/242:20 am
JFK
- SAL
1 stop20h 11m
Copa Airlines
Wed 9/308:30 am
SAL
- JFK
1 stop27h 30m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 7/29![Copa Airlines logo]()
$469
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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.
Wed 12/93:45 pm
LGA
- GUA
1 stop8h 15m
United Airlines
Wed 3/101:28 pm
GUA
- LGA
1 stop8h 54m
United Airlines
Deal found 8/2![United Airlines logo]()
$516
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/156:00 am
JFK
- SAL
1 stop8h 32m
Delta
Mon 10/191:57 pm
SAL
- JFK
1 stop9h 02m
Delta
Deal found 7/30![Delta logo]()
$481
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/107:25 am
LGA
- SJO
2 stops13h 20m
Southwest
Mon 9/149:00 am
SJO
- LGA
2 stops21h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 7/29![Southwest logo]()
$538
This JetBlue 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/186:00 am
LGA
- GUA
1 stop6h 30m
JetBlue
Sun 9/611:40 am
GUA
- LGA
1 stop8h 00m
JetBlue
Deal found 7/30![JetBlue logo]()
$597
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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.
Fri 10/27:35 am
JFK
- PTY
1 stop18h 00m
Avianca
Tue 10/135:55 pm
PTY
- JFK
1 stop11h 10m
Avianca
Deal found 8/2![Avianca logo]()
$694
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 11/68:15 pm
LGA
- SJO
1 stop16h 10m
United Airlines
Mon 11/168:45 am
SJO
- LGA
1 stop11h 12m
United Airlines
Deal found 8/1![United Airlines logo]()
$526
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/266:00 am
JFK
- SAL
1 stop8h 31m
Delta
Sat 10/31:57 pm
SAL
- JFK
1 stop9h 02m
Delta
Deal found 7/29![Delta logo]()
$481
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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.
Wed 10/286:00 am
LGA
- SJO
1 stop15h 39m
United Airlines
Sat 10/311:05 pm
SJO
- LGA
1 stop20h 04m
United Airlines
Deal found 8/2![United Airlines logo]()
$526
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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.
Thu 8/276:00 am
JFK
- SAL
1 stop8h 32m
Delta
Mon 9/141:57 pm
SAL
- JFK
1 stop9h 02m
Delta
Deal found 8/1![Delta logo]()
$481
This JetBlue 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/259:06 am
JFK
- SJO
Nonstop5h 27m
JetBlue
Tue 9/12:02 pm
SJO
- JFK
1 stop9h 16m
JetBlue
Deal found 7/29![JetBlue logo]()
$664
Last-minute flights from New York to Central AmericaDiscover last-minute flight deals from New York to Central America. Data last updated August 3, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from New York to Central America. Data last updated August 3, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 8/12:00 pm
LGA
- SJO
1 stop10h 39m
United Airlines
Tue 8/47:55 am
SJO
- LGA
1 stop9h 09m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/31![United Airlines logo]()
$454
This Faresmojo 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 Faresmojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/57:00 pm
JFK
- SJO
1 stop18h 49m
JetBlue
Sun 8/161:14 pm
SJO
- JFK
1 stop10h 00m
JetBlue
Deal found 7/30![JetBlue logo]()
$456
This Justfly.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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/203:35 am
JFK
- SJO
1 stop7h 10m
Avianca
Tue 12/157:50 pm
SJO
- JFK
1 stop7h 30m
Avianca
Deal found 7/30![Avianca logo]()
$446
This Avianca 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/203:00 am
JFK
- SJO
1 stop7h 45m
Avianca
Wed 12/164:15 pm
SJO
- JFK
1 stop8h 00m
Avianca
Deal found 7/30![Avianca logo]()
$457
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/223:32 pm
JFK
- SJO
1 stop17h 38m
Copa Airlines
Fri 8/2810:03 am
SJO
- JFK
1 stop12h 57m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 8/3![Copa Airlines logo]()
$444
This Copa Airlines 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/243:32 pm
JFK
- SJO
1 stop18h 47m
Copa Airlines
Thu 8/2710:03 am
SJO
- JFK
1 stop25h 57m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 7/30![Copa Airlines logo]()
$449
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 8/249:00 pm
JFK
- SAL
1 stop16h 29m
American Airlines
Tue 9/83:07 pm
SAL
- JFK
1 stop7h 52m
American Airlines
Deal found 8/1![American Airlines logo]()
$451
This Avianca 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/246:55 am
JFK
- SAL
Nonstop5h 00m
Avianca
Wed 9/167:20 pm
SAL
- JFK
Nonstop4h 45m
Avianca
Deal found 7/29![Avianca logo]()
$456
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 8/298:35 pm
LGA
- SJO
1 stop17h 32m
American Airlines
Tue 9/82:56 pm
SJO
- LGA
1 stop19h 05m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/29![American Airlines logo]()
$451
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 8/297:30 am
JFK
- SAL
1 stop8h 37m
American Airlines
Mon 9/1412:24 pm
SAL
- JFK
2 stops17h 00m
American Airlines
Deal found 8/1![American Airlines logo]()
$455
This Faresmojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 Faresmojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/296:00 am
LGA
- SJO
1 stop7h 49m
JetBlue
Wed 9/91:19 pm
SJO
- LGA
1 stop16h 48m
JetBlue
Deal found 8/1![JetBlue logo]()
$456
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Sun 8/306:41 am
LGA
- SJO
1 stop7h 45m
American Airlines
Mon 9/146:00 am
SJO
- LGA
1 stop14h 49m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/31![American Airlines logo]()
$443
One-way flights from New York to Central AmericaSearch for one-way flight options from New York to Central America. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 3, 2026.
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This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/98:55 pm
LGA
- SJO
2 stops17h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 8/3![Southwest logo]()
$187
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/41:00 pm
LGA
- SJO
1 stop8h 50m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/30![American Airlines logo]()
$188
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 8/225:05 pm
EWR
- SJO
Nonstop5h 14m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/31![United Airlines logo]()
$188
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 8/299:06 am
JFK
- SJO
Nonstop5h 27m
JetBlue
Deal found 7/31![JetBlue logo]()
$188
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 10/510:45 am
LGA
- SJO
2 stops11h 36m
American Airlines
Deal found 8/2![American Airlines logo]()
$189
This Jetabroad 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 Jetabroad is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/109:16 am
JFK
- SJO
Nonstop5h 19m
JetBlue
Deal found 7/30![JetBlue logo]()
$190
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/710:45 am
LGA
- SJO
2 stops11h 20m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/30![American Airlines logo]()
$191
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.
Sun 8/306:54 am
JFK
- SJO
1 stop8h 58m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/29![American Airlines logo]()
$191
This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/1810:40 am
LGA
- SJO
2 stops13h 20m
Air Canada
Deal found 7/29![Air Canada logo]()
$192
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 10/56:30 am
JFK
- SJO
1 stop9h 30m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/31![American Airlines logo]()
$192
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/316:00 am
EWR
- SJO
1 stop7h 49m
Delta
Deal found 7/29![Delta logo]()
$193
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/316:00 am
JFK
- SJO
1 stop7h 49m
Delta
Deal found 7/29![Delta logo]()
$193
Find 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 August 3, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $404 (Copa Airlines) |
One-way from | $187 (Southwest) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | October |
Average price | $553 |
Good round-trip deal | $275 or less |
Good one-way deal | $76 or less |
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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 August 3, 2026.
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Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
New YorkSan Salvador
JFK - SAL
JFKSAL
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Sun 10/4
2:20 am-8:32 pm
1 stop20h 12m
San Salvador El Salvador Intl
Fri 10/16
8:30 am-1:00 am
1 stop14h 30m
$454
New YorkSan Salvador
JFK - SAL
JFKSAL
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Wed 10/21
3:32 pm-12:40 pm
1 stop23h 08m
San Salvador El Salvador Intl
Tue 10/27
4:59 am-3:59 am
1 stop21h 00m
$454
New YorkSan Salvador
JFK - SAL
JFKSAL
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Wed 10/28
2:23 am-8:29 pm
1 stop20h 06m
San Salvador El Salvador Intl
Mon 11/9
1:43 pm-5:17 pm
1 stop26h 34m
$459
New YorkSan Salvador
JFK - SAL
JFKSAL
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Tue 10/13
6:00 am-12:32 pm
1 stop8h 32m
San Salvador El Salvador Intl
Tue 11/3
2:57 pm-12:59 am
1 stop9h 02m
$461
New YorkSan Salvador
JFK - SAL
JFKSAL
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Wed 10/7
6:00 am-12:32 pm
1 stop8h 32m
San Salvador El Salvador Intl
Mon 10/12
1:57 pm-12:59 am
1 stop9h 02m
$461
New YorkGuatemala City
JFK - GUA
JFKGUA
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Fri 1/22
2:20 am-11:51 am
1 stop10h 31m
Guatemala City La Aurora
Wed 1/27
4:21 pm-3:00 pm
1 stop21h 39m
$465
New YorkSan José
JFK - SJO
JFKSJO
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Wed 10/28
7:00 am-12:59 pm
1 stop7h 59m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sat 10/31
1:59 pm-9:00 pm
Nonstop5h 01m
$468
New YorkSan Salvador
JFK - SAL
JFKSAL
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Thu 9/24
2:20 am-8:31 pm
1 stop20h 11m
San Salvador El Salvador Intl
Wed 9/30
8:30 am-2:00 pm
1 stop27h 30m
$469
New YorkSan José
LGA - SJO
LGASJO
New York LaGuardia
Tue 1/19
8:55 pm-1:45 pm
2 stops17h 50m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 1/27
1:50 pm-8:15 am
2 stops17h 25m
$474
New YorkSan José
LGA - SJO
LGASJO
New York LaGuardia
Wed 12/2
2:00 pm-10:15 pm
1 stop9h 15m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mon 12/7
7:00 am-11:43 pm
1 stop15h 43m
$475
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Best time to book a flight from New York to Central America
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NYC-0CA
LGA-SJO
JFK-SJO
JFK-SAL
EWR-SJO
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to Central America?
Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Central America (average of $360). Flying from New York to Central America in December is currently the most expensive (average of $643). 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 August 3, 2026.
It’s optimal to fly from New York to Central America in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 7% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.
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 August 3, 2026.
The most flights from NYC to 0CA are scheduled on a Saturday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).
How far ahead should I book a flight from New York to Central America?
The best time to book flights from New York to Central America is 60 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
What is the cheapest day to fly from New York to Central America?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New York to Central America. Price data was last updated on August 1, 2026.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New York to Central America flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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 August 3, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Copa Airlines,United Airlines, andJetBlue from New York 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.
Crew
8.1
Boarding
7.8
Food
6.9
Entertainment
6.8
Comfort
7.4
Overall
7.6
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreAnonymous,Jul 2026
BOS - PTY
Crew
8.1
Boarding
7.8
Food
6.9
Entertainment
6.8
Comfort
7.4
Overall
7.6
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreAnonymous,Jul 2026
BOS - PTY
Crew
8.1
Boarding
7.8
Food
6.9
Entertainment
6.8
Comfort
7.4
Overall
7.6
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreAnonymous,Jul 2026
BOS - PTY
Crew
8.1
Boarding
7.8
Food
6.9
Entertainment
6.8
Comfort
7.4
Overall
7.6
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreAnonymous,Jul 2026
BOS - PTY
Crew
8.1
Boarding
7.8
Food
6.9
Entertainment
6.8
Comfort
7.4
Overall
7.6
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreAnonymous,Jul 2026
BOS - PTY
Crew
8.1
Boarding
7.8
Food
6.9
Entertainment
6.8
Comfort
7.4
Overall
7.6
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreAnonymous,Jul 2026
BOS - PTY
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$47 | Average$275 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$94 | Average$553 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$97 | Average$512 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$110 | Average$558 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$126 | Average$353 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$132 | Average$503 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$136 | Average$540 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$205 | Average$541 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$208 | Average$560 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$234 | Average$559 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% |