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$117+ 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 1/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — SJO
ene. 11 — ene. 181
dom. 1/11
dom. 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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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 diciembre 12, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
mié. 12/108:00 pmSAN - SJO
1 stop10h 32mUnited Airlines
sáb. 12/138:45 amSJO - SAN
1 stop9h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$396
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
vie. 12/126:15 amSAN - SJO
2 stops12h 24mUnited Airlines
lun. 12/158:45 amSJO - SAN
1 stop9h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/9$417
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 12/129:59 pmSAN - SJO
2 stops16h 11mMultiple Airlines
lun. 12/154:30 pmSJO - SAN
2 stops22h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/9$418
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/1010:35 pmSAN - SJO
2 stops13h 27mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 12/136:00 amSJO - SAN
2 stops14h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$438
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
vie. 12/265:10 pmSAN - PTY
1 stop18h 35mUnited Airlines
mié. 12/314:41 pmPTY - SAN
2 stops25h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$453
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
jue. 12/1812:11 pmSAN - SJO
1 stop8h 21mUnited Airlines
lun. 12/2212:35 pmSJO - SAN
1 stop9h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$455
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 12/124:04 pmSAN - SJO
1 stop12h 56mDelta
lun. 12/157:00 amSJO - SAN
1 stop13h 18mDelta
Deal found 12/9$470
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 12/285:10 pmSAN - PTY
1 stop18h 35mUnited Airlines
mié. 12/314:41 pmPTY - SAN
2 stops25h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$478
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/292:10 pmSAN - SAL
2 stops17h 40mFrontier
mié. 12/318:24 pmSAL - SAN
2 stops17h 47mFrontier
Deal found 12/11$520
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/295:10 pmSAN - PTY
1 stop18h 35mUnited Airlines
lun. 2/238:55 amPTY - SAN
1 stop10h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$524
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/1010:35 pmSAN - SAP
1 stop13h 34mAmerican Airlines
jue. 1/1512:48 pmSAP - SAN
1 stop12h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$532
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
mar. 12/235:10 pmSAN - PTY
1 stop23h 28mUnited Airlines
jue. 2/1911:35 amPTY - SAN
1 stop13h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$559

Find 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 diciembre 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$280
(Copa Airlines)

One-way from

$117
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$864

Good round-trip deal

$377 or less

Good one-way deal

$226 or less
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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 diciembre 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 Salvador

SAN - SAL

SANSAL

San Diego

lun. 3/2

8:18 pm-12:43 pm

1 stop14h 25m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

vie. 3/13

8:35 am-6:14 pm

1 stop10h 39m

$280

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

mié. 1/28

8:16 pm-7:06 am

1 stop8h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 2/4

5:50 am-5:13 pm

1 stop13h 23m

$294

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

vie. 2/27

8:17 pm-7:06 am

1 stop8h 49m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

dom. 3/8

10:08 am-6:14 pm

1 stop9h 06m

$294

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

mié. 2/4

8:17 pm-4:46 pm

2 stops18h 29m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 2/11

10:08 am-5:13 pm

1 stop9h 05m

$299

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

mar. 1/27

7:52 pm-8:32 am

1 stop10h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 2/2

6:30 am-6:36 pm

1 stop14h 06m

$306

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

mar. 2/3

6:20 am-10:30 pm

1 stop14h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 2/11

6:00 am-11:09 pm

1 stop19h 09m

$326

San DiegoGuatemala City

SAN - GUA

SANGUA

San Diego

sáb. 1/10

3:29 pm-6:07 pm

2 stops24h 38m

Guatemala City La Aurora

sáb. 1/17

2:07 pm-8:21 am

2 stops20h 14m

$334

San DiegoSan Salvador

SAN - SAL

SANSAL

San Diego

lun. 4/20

8:40 pm-5:50 am

1 stop8h 10m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

lun. 4/27

6:40 pm-10:09 am

1 stop16h 29m

$378

San DiegoBelize City

SAN - BZE

SANBZE

San Diego

lun. 1/12

7:52 pm-12:14 pm

2 stops14h 22m

Belize City Philip S.W.Goldson

mar. 3/10

2:38 pm-9:20 am

2 stops19h 42m

$387

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

sáb. 1/17

7:52 pm-8:32 am

1 stop10h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 1/22

9:40 am-6:44 pm

1 stop11h 04m

$400

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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 $135). Flying from San Diego to Central America in April is currently the most expensive (average of $293). 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 diciembre 12, 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. Thursday 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 diciembre 12, 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.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,558 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,093 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,049 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego to Central America. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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 40m. 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?

    $136 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Copa Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and Southwest, with prices starting from $139 and $156, respectively.

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

    When deciding which route to take from San Diego to Central America consider San Diego - San José Juan Santamaria Intl, San Diego - Panama City Tocumen Intl or San Diego - Liberia as they are the most popular.

  • 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 April is currently the most expensive (average of $293). 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 5 airlines flying from San Diego to Central America

Discover the top 5 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 diciembre 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$249Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$311Average$682FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$347Average$605FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$353Average$707FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$514Average$676FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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