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$119+ Cheap flights from Oakland, CA (OAK) 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 11/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
OAK — SJO
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
Sun 8/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Oakland to Central America

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Oakland to Central America flight deals. Data was last updated July 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$307
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$119
(CheapOair)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$553

Good round-trip deal

$498 or less

Good one-way deal

$200 or less
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Cheapest flights from Oakland to Central America
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Oakland to Central America. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Mon 8/1810:40 pmOAK - SAL
Nonstop5h 39mVolaris El Salvador
Sun 8/243:57 pmSAL - OAK
Nonstop5h 43mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 7/28$307
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Tue 11/115:26 pmOAK - GUA
2 stops17h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/281:59 pmGUA - OAK
1 stop8h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$318
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Tue 8/1210:00 pmOAK - SAL
1 stop12h 58mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/223:57 pmSAL - OAK
Nonstop5h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$328
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/251:31 pmOAK - SJO
1 stop9h 21mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/311:27 amSJO - OAK
2 stops21h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$344
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/2410:40 pmOAK - GUA
1 stop8h 01mVolaris El Salvador
Sun 8/311:59 pmGUA - OAK
1 stop7h 41mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 7/27$357
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/126:00 amOAK - SJO
2 stops28h 12mSpirit Airlines
Thu 8/2111:27 amSJO - OAK
2 stops13h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/29$376
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Tue 10/149:25 amOAK - SJO
2 stops32h 39mAlaska Airlines
Thu 10/236:30 amSJO - OAK
2 stops13h 48mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/28$393
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/108:00 amOAK - LIR
2 stops21h 20mAlaska Airlines
Wed 9/1711:20 amLIR - OAK
2 stops22h 39mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/27$411
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Thu 8/712:42 pmOAK - GUA
2 stops21h 42mSpirit Airlines
Sun 8/1712:44 pmGUA - OAK
2 stops19h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/27$412
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/49:23 amOAK - SAP
2 stops25h 29mSpirit Airlines
Sun 8/1712:49 amSAP - OAK
2 stops23h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/29$511
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/110:00 pmOAK - GUA
1 stop15h 46mVolaris
Sat 9/133:53 pmGUA - OAK
1 stop29h 06mVolaris
Deal found 7/27$543
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Mon 9/158:00 amOAK - GUA
2 stops21h 20mAlaska Airlines
Wed 9/1711:20 amGUA - OAK
2 stops22h 39mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/28$547

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Oakland to Central America that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Oakland to Central America that are best for you.

Fly from

Oakland

Fly to

Central America

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OaklandSan Salvador

OAK - SAL

OAKSAL

Oakland

Mon 8/18

10:40 pm-5:19 am

Nonstop5h 39m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 8/24

3:57 pm-8:40 pm

Nonstop5h 43m

$307

OaklandGuatemala City

OAK - GUA

OAKGUA

Oakland

Tue 11/11

5:26 pm-12:26 pm

2 stops17h 00m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Fri 11/28

1:59 pm-8:05 pm

1 stop8h 06m

$318

OaklandSan Salvador

OAK - SAL

OAKSAL

Oakland

Tue 8/12

10:00 pm-11:58 am

1 stop12h 58m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 8/22

3:57 pm-8:40 pm

Nonstop5h 43m

$328

OaklandSan José

OAK - SJO

OAKSJO

Oakland

Mon 8/25

1:31 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop9h 21m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/3

11:27 am-7:38 am

2 stops21h 11m

$344

OaklandGuatemala City

OAK - GUA

OAKGUA

Oakland

Sun 8/24

10:40 pm-7:41 am

1 stop8h 01m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sun 8/31

1:59 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop7h 41m

$357

OaklandSan José

OAK - SJO

OAKSJO

Oakland

Tue 8/12

6:00 am-11:12 am

2 stops28h 12m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 8/21

11:27 am-11:27 pm

2 stops13h 00m

$376

OaklandSan José

OAK - SJO

OAKSJO

Oakland

Tue 10/14

9:25 am-7:04 pm

2 stops32h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 10/23

6:30 am-7:18 pm

2 stops13h 48m

$393

OaklandLiberia

OAK - LIR

OAKLIR

Oakland

Wed 9/10

8:00 am-6:20 am

2 stops21h 20m

Liberia

Wed 9/17

11:20 am-8:59 am

2 stops22h 39m

$411

OaklandGuatemala City

OAK - GUA

OAKGUA

Oakland

Wed 9/10

10:56 am-12:05 pm

3 stops24h 09m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Wed 9/17

12:20 pm-7:38 am

2 stops20h 18m

$412

OaklandGuatemala City

OAK - GUA

OAKGUA

Oakland

Mon 9/1

10:00 pm-2:46 pm

1 stop15h 46m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sat 9/13

3:53 pm-7:59 pm

1 stop29h 06m

$543

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Deals found on 7/28

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Best time to book a flight from Oakland to Central America

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Oakland, California to Central America?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Oakland to Central America. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 29, 2025.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Central America

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Central America. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Central America. Reviews last updated July 29, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from Oakland 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Volaris
6.6
Okay
1,163 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Oakland 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 Oakland to Central America?

    If you book a flight to Central America from Oakland, you will be flying from Oakland, which is the city’s only airport. Oakland (OAK) is located 7.0 mi from the center of Oakland.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Oakland, California to Central America one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $119. Volaris El Salvador flights start at $140 while deals on Alaska Airlines start at $172 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Oakland, California to Central America?

    While some choose either Oakland - San Salvador El Salvador Intl or Oakland - Guatemala City La Aurora, Oakland - San José Juan Santamaria Intl is the most popular route from Oakland, California to Central America.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Oakland 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 Oakland, California to Central America?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oakland, California to Central America (average of $398). Flying from Oakland, California 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 5 airlines flying from Oakland to Central America

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Oakland to Central America. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VolarisCheapest$217Average$473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$222Average$404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$294Average$566FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$421Average$596FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$468Average$668FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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