Central America

$140+ 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 12/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — SJO
Nov 27 — Dec 41
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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 October 28, 2025.

This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/38:12 pmSAN - SJO
1 stop15h 41mCopa Airlines
Sun 12/74:08 amSJO - SAN
1 stop15h 29mCopa Airlines
Deal found 10/28$300
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Wed 11/128:10 pmSAN - SJO
2 stops18h 40mCopa Airlines
Sun 11/165:49 amSJO - SAN
1 stop13h 14mCopa Airlines
Deal found 10/26$305
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 12/45:45 pmSAN - SJO
1 stop12h 47mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/89:40 amSJO - SAN
1 stop10h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/28$312
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 11/38:40 pmSAN - SJO
2 stops12h 45mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/179:40 amSJO - SAN
1 stop10h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/26$316
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/612:43 pmSAN - SJO
1 stop8h 13mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/166:22 amSJO - SAN
1 stop19h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/27$317
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 11/2712:27 pmSAN - SJO
1 stop23h 12mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/66:20 amSJO - SAN
1 stop11h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/26$321
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Tue 11/116:15 amSAN - SJO
2 stops12h 24mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/182:20 pmSJO - SAN
2 stops11h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/28$331
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/276:20 amSAN - SJO
1 stop9h 55mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/46:20 amSJO - SAN
2 stops14h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/28$337
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/148:10 pmSAN - SJO
1 stop15h 43mCopa Airlines
Sun 11/164:08 amSJO - SAN
1 stop14h 55mCopa Airlines
Deal found 10/26$355
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Mon 11/177:50 pmSAN - BZE
2 stops14h 24mUnited Airlines
Fri 11/211:18 pmBZE - SAN
1 stop10h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/27$382
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Thu 12/113:47 pmSAN - GUA
2 stops19h 36mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/178:30 amGUA - SAN
1 stop16h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$383
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/271:05 pmSAN - BZE
2 stops21h 05mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/44:20 pmBZE - SAN
2 stops18h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/28$387

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 October 28, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$280
(Copa Airlines)

One-way from

$140
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$543

Good round-trip deal

$438 or less

Good one-way deal

$189 or less
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From San Diego to Central America
One-way flight from San Diego to Central America
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($70 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease ($39 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San Diego to Central America.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from San Diego to Central America.

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Central America that are best for you.

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San Diego

Fly to

Central America

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Wed 11/12

8:10 pm-9:05 am

1 stop10h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 11/16

8:47 am-5:03 pm

1 stop10h 16m

$300

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Wed 1/21

8:16 pm-1:53 pm

1 stop15h 37m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 2/2

8:48 am-5:13 pm

1 stop10h 25m

$300

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Wed 12/10

8:12 pm-9:05 am

1 stop10h 53m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 12/17

8:10 am-5:37 pm

1 stop11h 27m

$300

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Thu 12/4

8:00 pm-8:32 am

1 stop10h 32m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 12/8

9:40 am-6:28 pm

1 stop10h 48m

$312

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Fri 11/14

11:20 am-10:00 pm

1 stop8h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 11/17

12:35 pm-9:53 pm

1 stop11h 18m

$312

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Sat 12/6

8:40 pm-6:25 am

1 stop7h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 12/11

8:45 am-9:51 pm

1 stop15h 06m

$312

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Wed 12/3

8:12 pm-4:49 pm

2 stops18h 37m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 12/8

6:15 am-5:37 pm

1 stop13h 22m

$360

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Sat 11/1

7:58 am-9:00 pm

2 stops12h 02m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 11/3

12:35 pm-8:05 pm

1 stop9h 30m

$374

San DiegoBelize City

SAN - BZE

SANBZE

San Diego

Thu 11/27

10:30 pm-12:28 pm

1 stop11h 58m

Belize City Philip S.W.Goldson

Thu 12/4

2:05 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop11h 30m

$382

San DiegoBelize City

SAN - BZE

SANBZE

San Diego

Mon 11/17

10:30 pm-12:28 pm

1 stop11h 58m

Belize City Philip S.W.Goldson

Fri 11/21

1:53 pm-9:13 pm

1 stop9h 20m

$382

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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 $135). Flying from San Diego to Central America in December is currently the most expensive (average of $309). 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 October 28, 2025.

When flying from San Diego to Central America, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 15% versus a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Central America?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Central America flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday at noon 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 October 28, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and Copa Airlines from San Diego to Central America. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

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.

  • How long is the flight from San Diego to Central America?

    Departing from San Diego to Central America will take you 10h 55m. The distance between San Diego and Central America is about 2619 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    $140 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and Copa Airlines, with prices starting from $140 and $175, 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 $135). Flying from San Diego to Central America in December is currently the most expensive (average of $309). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$249Average$402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$280Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$311Average$683FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$347Average$600FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$362Average$695FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$511Average$629FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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