Central America

$141+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) 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 9/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — SJO
Jun 17 — Jun 241
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Central America

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Diego to Central America flight deals. Data was last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$308
(Copa Airlines)

One-way from

$141
(Priceline)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$584

Good round-trip deal

$387 or less

Good one-way deal

$183 or less
From San Diego to Central America
One-way flight from San Diego to Central America
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($14 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($28 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San Diego to Central America.
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Central America
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Central America. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Copa 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/319:12 pmSAN - SJO
1 stop17h 47mCopa Airlines
Fri 11/75:51 amSJO - SAN
1 stop13h 12mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/10$308
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/17:31 pmSAN - SJO
2 stops14h 05mSpirit Airlines
Wed 7/912:16 pmSJO - SAN
2 stops22h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$311
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/215:13 pmSAN - GUA
2 stops17h 11mSpirit Airlines
Wed 7/3012:22 pmGUA - SAN
2 stops22h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$332
This Avianca 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/56:15 amSAN - SAL
1 stop8h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/1012:05 pmSAL - SAN
1 stop10h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$334
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.
Tue 9/26:15 amSAN - PTY
1 stop11h 55mUnited Airlines
Thu 10/307:55 amPTY - SAN
1 stop14h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$355
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.
Sat 6/148:10 amSAN - GUA
2 stops21h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/212:23 pmGUA - SAN
2 stops19h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$356
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/305:50 pmSAN - MGA
2 stops17h 59mSpirit Airlines
Wed 7/302:02 pmMGA - SAN
2 stops20h 53mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$358
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 9/106:15 amSAN - SJO
2 stops12h 27mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/166:00 amSJO - SAN
1 stop16h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$386
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/163:57 pmSAN - SAL
2 stops19h 42mSpirit Airlines
Sun 7/201:44 pmSAL - SAN
2 stops21h 11mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/11$387
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 7/108:44 pmSAN - LIR
2 stops12h 16mUnited Airlines
Thu 7/1711:49 amLIR - SAN
1 stop11h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$395
This Copa 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/109:12 pmSAN - GUA
1 stop10h 40mCopa Airlines
Sun 10/194:21 amGUA - SAN
1 stop14h 36mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/9$397
This Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/295:35 pmSAN - LIR
2 stops21h 18mAlaska Airlines
Thu 8/1410:00 amLIR - SAN
2 stops24h 02mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/9$399

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Central America that are best for you.

Fly from

San Diego

Fly to

Central America

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Tue 7/1

7:31 pm-10:36 am

2 stops14h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 7/9

12:16 pm-9:55 am

2 stops22h 39m

$311

San DiegoGuatemala City

SAN - GUA

SANGUA

San Diego

Mon 7/21

5:13 pm-11:24 am

2 stops17h 11m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Wed 7/30

12:22 pm-9:55 am

2 stops22h 33m

$332

San DiegoSan Salvador

SAN - SAL

SANSAL

San Diego

Fri 9/5

6:15 am-4:00 pm

1 stop8h 45m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 9/10

12:05 pm-9:41 pm

1 stop10h 36m

$334

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

Tue 9/2

6:15 am-8:10 pm

1 stop11h 55m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 10/30

7:55 am-8:05 pm

1 stop14h 10m

$355

San DiegoManagua

SAN - MGA

SANMGA

San Diego

Mon 6/30

5:50 pm-12:49 pm

2 stops17h 59m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Wed 7/30

2:02 pm-9:55 am

2 stops20h 53m

$358

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Wed 9/10

6:15 am-7:42 pm

2 stops12h 27m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/16

6:00 am-10:36 pm

2 stops17h 36m

$386

San DiegoSan Salvador

SAN - SAL

SANSAL

San Diego

Wed 7/16

3:57 pm-12:39 pm

2 stops19h 42m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 7/20

1:44 pm-9:55 am

2 stops21h 11m

$387

San DiegoLiberia

SAN - LIR

SANLIR

San Diego

Thu 7/10

8:44 pm-10:00 am

2 stops12h 16m

Liberia

Thu 7/17

11:49 am-10:14 pm

1 stop11h 25m

$395

San DiegoGuatemala City

SAN - GUA

SANGUA

San Diego

Fri 10/10

9:12 pm-8:52 am

1 stop10h 40m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sun 10/19

4:21 am-5:57 pm

1 stop14h 36m

$397

San DiegoLiberia

SAN - LIR

SANLIR

San Diego

Tue 7/29

5:35 pm-3:53 pm

2 stops21h 18m

Liberia

Tue 8/12

4:58 pm-9:19 pm

2 stops29h 21m

$399

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Central America

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Central America

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 June 12, 2025.

When flying from San Diego 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.

Rainfall in Central America by month

Plan your trip to Central America by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Central America ranges from 0.0 - 13.0 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 13.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Central America when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Central America by month

Plan your trip to Central America by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Central America, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 73.4 F).

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 12, 2025.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

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

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

    Located just 2.6 mi from the city center, San Diego (SAN) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Central America from San Diego.

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

    $141 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Copa Airlines and United Airlines, with prices starting from $141 and $145, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego 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 San Diego to Central America?

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

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$224Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$235Average$573FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$280Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$328Average$684FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$345Average$698FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$355Average$673FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$487Average$654FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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