Central America

$148+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) 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 8/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — SJO
Jul 11 — Jul 181
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Central America

Cheapest flights from Columbus to Central America
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Central America. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 11, 2026.

This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/307:10 am
CMH
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SJO
1 stop6h 57m
American Airlines
Thu 9/31:29 pm
SJO
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CMH
1 stop7h 26m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/9$300
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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 9/116:30 am
CMH
-
SJO
1 stop15h 07m
United Airlines
Tue 9/151:25 pm
SJO
-
CMH
1 stop8h 19m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/5$322
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/246:30 am
CMH
-
SJO
1 stop7h 51m
United Airlines
Mon 9/281:25 pm
SJO
-
CMH
1 stop8h 19m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/10$337
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/77:48 pm
CMH
-
SJO
1 stop19h 22m
American Airlines
Wed 11/111:23 pm
SJO
-
CMH
1 stop10h 14m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/9$364
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. 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.
Sun 10/46:30 am
CMH
-
SJO
1 stop15h 07m
United Airlines
Wed 10/141:25 pm
SJO
-
CMH
1 stop8h 19m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/6$382
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. 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.
Thu 11/2611:28 am
CMH
-
SJO
1 stop12h 31m
American Airlines
Thu 12/33:06 pm
SJO
-
CMH
1 stop8h 35m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/6$387
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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.
Wed 11/49:30 am
CMH
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LIR
1 stop29h 25m
Air Canada
Mon 11/92:55 pm
LIR
-
CMH
1 stop29h 01m
Air Canada
Deal found 6/7$388
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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 8/197:10 am
CMH
-
SJO
1 stop6h 53m
American Airlines
Tue 8/251:03 pm
SJO
-
CMH
2 stops21h 11m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/7$392
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/48:59 pm
CMH
-
GUA
1 stop18h 43m
Frontier
Tue 8/112:31 pm
GUA
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CMH
1 stop27h 43m
Frontier
Deal found 6/6$408
This Orbitz 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/68:59 pm
CMH
-
GUA
1 stop18h 43m
Frontier
Tue 8/112:31 pm
GUA
-
CMH
1 stop27h 43m
Frontier
Deal found 6/10$428
This Travelocity 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/58:59 pm
CMH
-
GUA
1 stop18h 43m
Frontier
Sun 8/92:47 pm
GUA
-
CMH
1 stop27h 27m
Frontier
Deal found 6/10$448
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/266:45 am
CMH
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LIR
1 stop7h 25m
United Airlines
Wed 10/287:35 am
LIR
-
CMH
1 stop12h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/9$448

Find flight deals from Columbus to Central America

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Columbus to Central America flight deals. Data was last updated June 11, 2026.

Round-trip from

$300
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$148
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$597
From Columbus to Central America
One-way flight from Columbus to Central America
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($125 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease ($40 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus 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 11, 2026.
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Cheapest round-trip

ColumbusLiberia

CMH - LIR

CMHLIR

Columbus

Mon 10/26

6:45 am-12:10 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Liberia

Wed 10/28

7:35 am-9:50 pm

1 stop12h 15m

$448

ColumbusLiberia

CMH - LIR

CMHLIR

Columbus

Fri 10/2

7:50 pm-10:44 am

2 stops16h 54m

Liberia

Thu 10/8

1:20 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop8h 24m

$450

ColumbusLiberia

CMH - LIR

CMHLIR

Columbus

Mon 12/7

4:05 pm-11:44 am

2 stops20h 39m

Liberia

Thu 12/10

2:20 pm-8:38 am

2 stops17h 18m

$453

ColumbusLiberia

CMH - LIR

CMHLIR

Columbus

Thu 9/17

7:49 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops18h 21m

Liberia

Mon 9/21

1:20 pm-9:30 am

2 stops18h 10m

$455

ColumbusSan José

CMH - SJO

CMHSJO

Columbus

Fri 6/19

6:30 am-10:39 pm

1 stop18h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 7/10

12:30 am-7:13 pm

2 stops16h 43m

$472

ColumbusSan Salvador

CMH - SAL

CMHSAL

Columbus

Thu 8/27

7:05 am-12:32 pm

1 stop7h 27m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 8/31

1:57 pm-12:58 am

1 stop9h 01m

$505

ColumbusSan Salvador

CMH - SAL

CMHSAL

Columbus

Thu 8/27

7:20 am-2:30 pm

2 stops9h 10m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 8/31

3:40 pm-10:00 am

2 stops16h 20m

$509

ColumbusSan Salvador

CMH - SAL

CMHSAL

Columbus

Wed 9/16

5:20 am-2:30 pm

2 stops11h 10m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 9/21

3:40 pm-9:30 am

2 stops15h 50m

$509

ColumbusLiberia

CMH - LIR

CMHLIR

Columbus

Tue 7/7

6:09 am-11:30 am

1 stop7h 21m

Liberia

Tue 7/14

2:47 pm-1:25 pm

1 stop20h 38m

$517

ColumbusSan Salvador

CMH - SAL

CMHSAL

Columbus

Thu 8/13

6:30 am-12:15 pm

1 stop7h 45m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 8/24

3:40 pm-4:01 pm

1 stop22h 21m

$517

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Central America

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbus Airport to Central America

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Central America (average of $83). Flying from Columbus Airport to Central America in December is currently the most expensive (average of $347). 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.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Columbus Airport to Central America?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Columbus Airport to Central America, you should look to book at least 80 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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 11, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Columbus Airport 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

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Columbus Airport to Central America?

    United Airlines, Delta, and Copa Airlines can get you from Columbus Airport to Central America in just under 7h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to 16h 16m. The distance from Columbus Airport to Central America is about 2037 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Columbus Airport to Central America one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Columbus Airport to Central America are Delta ($146), American Airlines ($164), and United Airlines ($174).

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus 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 Columbus Airport to Central America?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Central America (average of $83). Flying from Columbus Airport to Central America in December is currently the most expensive (average of $347). 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 4 airlines flying from Columbus to Central America

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$295Average$594FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$352Average$641FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$386Average$618FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$437Average$644FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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