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$133+ Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) 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 1/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — SJO
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Central America. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/312:39 pmSMF - SJO
1 stop14h 26mDelta
Wed 1/147:00 amSJO - SMF
1 stop18h 16mDelta
Deal found 12/17$533
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/312:39 pmSMF - SJO
1 stop14h 26mDelta
Fri 1/162:31 pmSJO - SMF
2 stops28h 44mDelta
Deal found 12/17$537
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/315:00 amSMF - SJO
1 stop15h 00mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/169:40 amSJO - SMF
1 stop14h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$542
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Tue 12/306:53 pmSMF - SJO
2 stops16h 22mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/146:30 amSJO - SMF
2 stops17h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$546
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/3110:38 amSMF - SJO
1 stop17h 47mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/179:40 amSJO - SMF
1 stop14h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$552
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Tue 12/306:53 pmSMF - SJO
2 stops16h 22mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/189:40 amSJO - SMF
1 stop14h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$556
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/316:20 pmSMF - SJO
2 stops25h 40mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/152:20 pmSJO - SMF
2 stops22h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$561
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/306:47 pmSMF - SJO
1 stop10h 18mDelta
Wed 1/147:00 amSJO - SMF
1 stop18h 16mDelta
Deal found 12/17$563
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/1811:10 amSMF - SJO
2 stops23h 56mDelta
Tue 12/232:21 pmSJO - SMF
1 stop10h 47mDelta
Deal found 12/16$567
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/316:20 pmSMF - SJO
2 stops25h 40mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/188:45 amSJO - SMF
2 stops14h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$571
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Tue 12/3012:42 amSMF - SJO
1 stop18h 19mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/102:54 pmSJO - SMF
1 stop21h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$573
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/185:10 amSMF - SJO
1 stop13h 29mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/248:45 amSJO - SMF
1 stop16h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$582

Find flight deals from Sacramento to Central America

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Round-trip from

$306
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One-way from

$133
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$852
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Central America that are best for you.

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Sacramento

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Central America

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SacramentoSan Salvador

SMF - SAL

SMFSAL

Sacramento Intl

Mon 1/12

2:09 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops27h 31m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 1/31

5:35 pm-10:13 am

1 stop18h 38m

$397

SacramentoGuatemala City

SMF - GUA

SMFGUA

Sacramento Intl

Thu 1/22

1:16 pm-7:10 pm

2 stops27h 54m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Thu 2/5

8:55 am-10:13 am

1 stop27h 18m

$417

SacramentoSan Salvador

SMF - SAL

SMFSAL

Sacramento Intl

Wed 1/28

7:30 am-9:05 pm

1 stop11h 35m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 5/13

8:00 am-5:51 pm

1 stop10h 51m

$420

SacramentoLiberia

SMF - LIR

SMFLIR

Sacramento Intl

Wed 5/6

7:05 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop19h 20m

Liberia

Wed 5/13

1:20 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop10h 09m

$421

SacramentoLiberia

SMF - LIR

SMFLIR

Sacramento Intl

Mon 2/16

5:40 pm-12:50 pm

2 stops17h 10m

Liberia

Tue 2/24

2:45 pm-12:06 pm

2 stops23h 21m

$425

SacramentoLiberia

SMF - LIR

SMFLIR

Sacramento Intl

Mon 2/9

4:35 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops19h 45m

Liberia

Thu 2/12

3:25 pm-9:24 am

2 stops19h 59m

$425

SacramentoLiberia

SMF - LIR

SMFLIR

Sacramento Intl

Mon 2/9

5:00 am-4:08 pm

1 stop9h 08m

Liberia

Thu 2/12

8:35 am-10:15 pm

2 stops15h 40m

$425

SacramentoSan Salvador

SMF - SAL

SMFSAL

Sacramento Intl

Thu 3/12

8:00 am-7:50 pm

1 stop10h 50m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 3/15

5:30 am-8:26 pm

2 stops15h 56m

$431

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Sat 4/18

11:59 pm-1:09 pm

1 stop12h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 4/27

11:59 pm-12:08 pm

2 stops13h 09m

$436

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Fri 1/23

7:30 am-8:39 pm

2 stops11h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 1/30

8:45 am-7:39 pm

2 stops12h 54m

$436

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Best time to book a flight from Sacramento to Central America

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Central America (average of $158). Flying from Sacramento to Central America in December is currently the most expensive (average of $308). 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 SMF to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento 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 December 18, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Sacramento to Central America in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 8% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Sacramento to Central America?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Sacramento to Central America. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Sacramento to Central America flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings 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 December 18, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from Sacramento 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,477 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,477 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,477 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,477 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,477 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,091 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,477 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,054 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,477 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Related info for your journey

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

    Sacramento Intl (SMF) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Sacramento to Central America. It is only a 9.4 mi journey to Sacramento Intl (SMF) from Sacramento’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Sacramento to Central America?

    Departing from Sacramento to Central America will take you 17h 10m. The distance from Sacramento to Central America is about 2946 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Sacramento to Central America are Spirit Airlines ($118), American Airlines ($160), and Delta ($194).

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

    The most popular route from Sacramento to Central America is Sacramento Intl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl. You may also consider Sacramento Intl - Belize City Philip S.W.Goldson or Sacramento Intl - Liberia.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Central America (average of $158). Flying from Sacramento to Central America in December is currently the most expensive (average of $308). 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 6 airlines flying from Sacramento to Central America

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento 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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$140Average$373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$224Average$591FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$408Average$719FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$438Average$654FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$536Average$788FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$539Average$694FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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