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$102+ 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 8/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — SJO
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
Sun 8/10
1 adult, Economy
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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 July 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$236
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$102
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$674

Good round-trip deal

$425 or less

Good one-way deal

$199 or less
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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 July 29, 2025.

This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/276:15 amSAN - SJO
1 stop11h 00mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/36:00 amSJO - SAN
1 stop16h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/28$236
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/107:47 pmSAN - GUA
2 stops15h 18mSpirit Airlines
Thu 9/181:00 pmGUA - SAN
2 stops19h 29mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/29$261
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/97:47 pmSAN - SJO
2 stops14h 27mSpirit Airlines
Thu 9/2511:37 amSJO - SAN
2 stops12h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/28$284
This Avianca 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/226:15 amSAN - SAL
1 stop8h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/318:00 amSAL - SAN
1 stop8h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27$344
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/181:17 pmSAN - SJO
3 stops24h 56mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/317:30 amSJO - SAN
2 stops17h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$350
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/101:35 pmSAN - GUA
2 stops21h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/189:00 amGUA - SAN
1 stop15h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$352
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.
Fri 10/315:02 pmSAN - SJO
2 stops54h 36mAlaska Airlines
Tue 11/41:58 amSJO - SAN
2 stops32h 42mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/29$363
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.
Thu 8/147:01 pmSAN - SAP
2 stops15h 59mSpirit Airlines
Mon 8/181:05 pmSAP - SAN
2 stops19h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/28$370
This Copa 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/229:08 pmSAN - SJO
1 stop11h 50mCopa Airlines
Mon 9/294:10 amSJO - SAN
1 stop14h 40mCopa Airlines
Deal found 7/27$372
This Copa 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/139:12 pmSAN - PTY
Nonstop6h 13mCopa Airlines
Mon 10/201:15 pmPTY - SAN
Nonstop6h 42mCopa Airlines
Deal found 7/28$389
This Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/215:59 pmSAN - LIR
2 stops22h 29mAlaska Airlines
Tue 10/2812:17 pmLIR - SAN
2 stops21h 23mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/28$392
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/510:30 pmSAN - PTY
1 stop12h 20mDelta
Fri 9/122:10 pmPTY - SAN
1 stop31h 17mDelta
Deal found 7/27$394

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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 July 29, 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

Wed 8/27

6:15 am-6:15 pm

1 stop11h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/3

6:00 am-9:58 pm

1 stop16h 58m

$236

San DiegoGuatemala City

SAN - GUA

SANGUA

San Diego

Wed 9/10

7:47 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops15h 18m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Thu 9/18

1:00 pm-7:29 am

2 stops19h 29m

$261

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Tue 9/9

7:47 pm-11:14 am

2 stops14h 27m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/25

11:37 am-11:24 pm

2 stops12h 47m

$284

San DiegoSan Salvador

SAN - SAL

SANSAL

San Diego

Wed 10/22

6:15 am-4:00 pm

1 stop8h 45m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 10/31

8:00 am-3:50 pm

1 stop8h 50m

$344

San DiegoGuatemala City

SAN - GUA

SANGUA

San Diego

Wed 9/10

1:35 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops21h 30m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Thu 9/18

9:00 am-11:44 pm

1 stop15h 44m

$352

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Tue 1/13

8:20 am-11:00 pm

2 stops12h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 1/26

2:26 am-6:04 pm

2 stops17h 38m

$370

San DiegoSan Pedro Sula

SAN - SAP

SANSAP

San Diego

Thu 8/14

7:01 pm-12:00 pm

2 stops15h 59m

San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda

Mon 8/18

1:05 pm-7:21 am

2 stops19h 16m

$370

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Mon 9/22

9:08 pm-9:58 am

1 stop11h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/29

4:10 am-5:50 pm

1 stop14h 40m

$372

San DiegoPanama City

SAN - PTY

SANPTY

San Diego

Mon 10/13

9:12 pm-5:25 am

Nonstop6h 13m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 10/20

1:15 pm-5:57 pm

Nonstop6h 42m

$389

San DiegoLiberia

SAN - LIR

SANLIR

San Diego

Tue 10/21

5:59 pm-5:28 pm

2 stops22h 29m

Liberia

Wed 10/29

12:17 pm-8:40 am

2 stops21h 23m

$392

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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 July 29, 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.

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.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,493 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,899 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

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?

    $102 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 Spirit Airlines and Delta, with prices starting from $120 and $169, 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 - Managua Augusto C Sandino 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 $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 8 airlines flying from San Diego to Central America

Discover the top 8 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 July 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$224Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$235Average$554FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$280Average$379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$328Average$699FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$345Average$692FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$347Average$638FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$448Average$505FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$487Average$654FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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