Central America

$122+ Cheap flights from Portland (PDX) 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 8/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PDX — SJO
Aug 3 — Aug 101
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Cheap flight deals from Portland to Central America

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

Round-trip from

$276
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$122
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$744
From Portland to Central America
One-way flight from Portland to Central America
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($29 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($20 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

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

This Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/3012:33 pmPDX - SJO
1 stop10h 18mAlaska Airlines
Tue 11/111:58 amSJO - PDX
1 stop13h 52mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/29$276
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.
Mon 10/1311:59 pmPDX - SJO
1 stop17h 17mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/196:00 amSJO - PDX
2 stops15h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$280
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.
Sun 8/247:00 amPDX - GUA
1 stop11h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/297:30 amGUA - PDX
1 stop10h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$295
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 9/175:35 pmPDX - LIR
1 stop11h 45mAlaska Airlines
Thu 9/2511:20 amLIR - PDX
1 stop10h 10mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/27$313
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/107:35 pmPDX - LIR
2 stops15h 35mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/171:20 pmLIR - PDX
2 stops20h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/27$330
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.
Wed 10/2910:10 pmPDX - SJO
1 stop12h 46mDelta
Fri 11/147:00 amSJO - PDX
1 stop17h 32mDelta
Deal found 7/29$336
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 9/277:39 amPDX - LIR
1 stop28h 22mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/412:25 pmLIR - PDX
2 stops22h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$345
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/163:50 pmPDX - SJO
1 stop14h 25mUnited Airlines
Fri 10/247:55 amSJO - PDX
1 stop12h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/28$348
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/38:04 pmPDX - GUA
2 stops14h 31mSpirit Airlines
Mon 11/171:22 pmGUA - PDX
2 stops23h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/28$364
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.
Tue 10/710:30 amPDX - SAL
1 stop9h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/148:00 amSAL - PDX
1 stop12h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$391
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 9/2710:05 pmPDX - BZE
1 stop12h 36mDelta
Sat 10/412:59 pmBZE - PDX
1 stop9h 48mDelta
Deal found 7/29$406
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/145:01 pmPDX - LIR
2 stops17h 59mDelta
Wed 9/241:25 pmLIR - PDX
2 stops20h 30mDelta
Deal found 7/28$408

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Portland 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 Portland to Central America that are best for you.

Fly from

Portland

Fly to

Central America

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PortlandSan José

PDX - SJO

PDXSJO

Portland

Thu 10/30

12:33 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop10h 18m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 11/11

1:58 am-1:50 pm

1 stop13h 52m

$276

PortlandSan José

PDX - SJO

PDXSJO

Portland

Mon 10/13

11:59 pm-6:16 pm

1 stop17h 17m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/19

6:00 am-7:14 pm

2 stops15h 14m

$280

PortlandGuatemala City

PDX - GUA

PDXGUA

Portland

Sun 8/24

7:00 am-7:10 pm

1 stop11h 10m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Fri 8/29

7:30 am-4:30 pm

1 stop10h 00m

$295

PortlandLiberia

PDX - LIR

PDXLIR

Portland

Wed 9/17

5:35 pm-6:20 am

1 stop11h 45m

Liberia

Thu 9/25

11:20 am-8:30 pm

1 stop10h 10m

$313

PortlandLiberia

PDX - LIR

PDXLIR

Portland

Wed 9/10

7:35 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops15h 35m

Liberia

Wed 9/17

1:20 pm-8:51 am

2 stops20h 31m

$330

PortlandSan José

PDX - SJO

PDXSJO

Portland

Wed 10/29

10:10 pm-11:56 am

1 stop12h 46m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 11/14

7:00 am-10:32 pm

1 stop17h 32m

$336

PortlandLiberia

PDX - LIR

PDXLIR

Portland

Sat 9/27

7:39 am-1:01 pm

1 stop28h 22m

Liberia

Sat 10/4

12:25 pm-9:55 am

2 stops22h 30m

$345

PortlandSan José

PDX - SJO

PDXSJO

Portland

Thu 10/16

3:50 pm-7:15 am

1 stop14h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 10/24

7:55 am-7:13 pm

1 stop12h 18m

$348

PortlandGuatemala City

PDX - GUA

PDXGUA

Portland

Mon 11/3

8:04 pm-12:35 pm

2 stops14h 31m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Mon 11/17

1:22 pm-10:49 am

2 stops23h 27m

$364

PortlandSan Salvador

PDX - SAL

PDXSAL

Portland

Tue 10/7

10:30 am-8:50 pm

1 stop9h 20m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 10/14

8:00 am-7:13 pm

1 stop12h 13m

$391

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Best time to book a flight from Portland to Central America

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Portland to Central America

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Portland 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.

When flying from Portland to Central America, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from Portland 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

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.

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

    Most people fly from Portland (PDX) if they book a flight from Portland to Central America. Portland is conveniently located just 6.0 mi from Portland’s city center.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Portland to Central America are American Airlines ($122), Spirit Airlines ($129), and Alaska Airlines ($134).

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

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Portland 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 Portland to Central America?

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to Central America (average of $398). Flying from Portland 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 7 airlines flying from Portland to Central America

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Portland 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
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$204Average$359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$219Average$629FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$332Average$741FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$371Average$569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$402Average$712FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$484Average$703FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$775Average$1,337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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