$176+ 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 6/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — SJO
May 25 — Jun 11
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Central AmericaExplore 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 April 25, 2026.
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 April 25, 2026.
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 9/309:03 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop9h 07m
Copa Airlines
Sun 10/118:12 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop11h 18m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 4/22![Copa Airlines logo]()
$382
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 5/2910:00 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop11h 00m
Copa Airlines
Mon 6/110:05 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop9h 35m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 4/23![Copa Airlines logo]()
$390
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 10/272:09 pm
SAN
- LIR
2 stops19h 56m
American Airlines
Tue 11/103:13 pm
LIR
- SAN
2 stops19h 34m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/20![American Airlines logo]()
$391
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 11/1710:02 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop12h 20m
American Airlines
Fri 12/46:20 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop15h 55m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/21![American Airlines logo]()
$394
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 5/610:00 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop10h 06m
Copa Airlines
Wed 5/138:14 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop11h 16m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 4/21![Copa Airlines logo]()
$398
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 9/226:20 am
SAN
- SJO
2 stops12h 17m
United Airlines
Wed 9/301:25 pm
SJO
- SAN
1 stop9h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/24![United Airlines logo]()
$399
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/167:30 pm
SAN
- SJO
2 stops14h 52m
GOL
Sat 11/216:22 am
SJO
- SAN
2 stops14h 03m
GOL
Deal found 4/23![GOL logo]()
$401
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 4/289:45 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop12h 40m
American Airlines
Tue 5/122:08 pm
SJO
- SAN
1 stop19h 07m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/21![American Airlines logo]()
$402
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/94:28 pm
SAN
- SJO
2 stops19h 32m
GOL
Sun 10/182:45 pm
SJO
- SAN
2 stops21h 11m
GOL
Deal found 4/22![GOL logo]()
$406
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 5/66:30 am
SAN
- SJO
2 stops14h 06m
American Airlines
Tue 5/122:08 pm
SJO
- SAN
1 stop19h 07m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/21![American Airlines logo]()
$407
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 9/92:17 pm
SAN
- SJO
2 stops17h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 9/254:35 pm
SJO
- SAN
2 stops17h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$408
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Thu 6/41:38 pm
SAN
- SAL
2 stops24h 07m
Frontier
Fri 6/1211:05 am
SAL
- SAN
1 stop8h 45m
Frontier
Deal found 4/20![Frontier logo]()
$409
Best flights from San Diego to Central AmericaDiscover carefully curated flight deals from San Diego to Central America that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated April 25, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San Diego to Central America that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated April 25, 2026.
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 5/610:00 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop13h 21m
Copa Airlines
Wed 5/135:50 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop13h 40m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 4/22![Copa Airlines logo]()
$398
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 9/226:20 am
SAN
- SJO
2 stops12h 17m
United Airlines
Wed 9/301:25 pm
SJO
- SAN
1 stop9h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/24![United Airlines logo]()
$399
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/205:50 pm
SAN
- SJO
2 stops17h 55m
Southwest
Mon 9/281:40 pm
SJO
- SAN
1 stop9h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 4/24![Southwest logo]()
$513
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Mon 6/89:38 pm
SAN
- BZE
1 stop12h 29m
Delta
Sat 6/1312:32 pm
BZE
- SAN
1 stop11h 28m
Delta
Deal found 4/21![Delta logo]()
$567
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Fri 5/89:12 pm
SAN
- SAP
2 stops25h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 5/224:30 am
SAP
- SAN
2 stops29h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$569
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/136:15 am
SAN
- GUA
2 stops32h 21m
Aeromexico
Fri 5/1512:08 pm
GUA
- SAN
2 stops36h 07m
Aeromexico
Deal found 4/25![Aeromexico logo]()
$584
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/46:25 am
SAN
- SAL
1 stop31h 20m
Frontier
Fri 6/1211:05 am
SAL
- SAN
1 stop8h 45m
Frontier
Deal found 4/20![Frontier logo]()
$589
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 7/1510:25 pm
SAN
- SAL
1 stop20h 15m
American Airlines
Wed 7/227:00 am
SAL
- SAN
1 stop16h 38m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/24![American Airlines logo]()
$629
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 5/810:00 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop10h 06m
Copa Airlines
Fri 5/154:10 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop15h 20m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 4/20![Copa Airlines logo]()
$398
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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.
Sat 9/127:41 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop10h 34m
United Airlines
Wed 9/237:55 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop10h 51m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/24![United Airlines logo]()
$411
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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.
Sun 8/98:58 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop18h 51m
Copa Airlines
Sun 8/165:45 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop13h 45m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 4/25![Copa Airlines logo]()
$438
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 5/258:32 pm
SAN
- LIR
2 stops12h 18m
United Airlines
Sat 5/308:30 am
LIR
- SAN
1 stop13h 23m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/24![United Airlines logo]()
$480
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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.
Sun 8/98:58 pm
SAN
- GUA
1 stop13h 49m
Copa Airlines
Mon 8/314:23 am
GUA
- SAN
1 stop15h 07m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 4/24![Copa Airlines logo]()
$499
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 8/38:32 pm
SAN
- BZE
2 stops16h 01m
United Airlines
Thu 8/1312:20 pm
BZE
- SAN
1 stop10h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/22![United Airlines logo]()
$499
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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.
Mon 5/181:50 pm
SAN
- PTY
1 stop21h 00m
Delta
Fri 5/222:15 pm
PTY
- SAN
1 stop11h 12m
Delta
Deal found 4/24![Delta logo]()
$635
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Sat 7/410:25 pm
SAN
- SAP
1 stop13h 11m
American Airlines
Wed 7/156:00 am
SAP
- SAN
1 stop17h 38m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/21![American Airlines logo]()
$678
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 5/137:40 pm
SAN
- LIR
2 stops17h 45m
United Airlines
Thu 5/2111:10 am
LIR
- SAN
1 stop9h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/22![United Airlines logo]()
$511
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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.
Sat 5/1612:41 pm
SAN
- PTY
1 stop22h 09m
Delta
Fri 5/222:15 pm
PTY
- SAN
1 stop11h 12m
Delta
Deal found 4/24![Delta logo]()
$635
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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.
Fri 5/1510:40 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop12h 15m
United Airlines
Wed 5/207:55 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop14h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/24![United Airlines logo]()
$514
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 7/310:00 pm
SAN
- MGA
1 stop13h 48m
Copa Airlines
Tue 7/73:14 am
MGA
- SAN
1 stop16h 16m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 4/21![Copa Airlines logo]()
$569
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 7/1612:36 pm
SAN
- BZE
1 stop22h 50m
American Airlines
Tue 7/213:27 pm
BZE
- SAN
2 stops19h 38m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/24![American Airlines logo]()
$695
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Mon 5/1110:25 pm
SAN
- BZE
1 stop11h 59m
Delta
Sat 6/1312:32 pm
BZE
- SAN
1 stop11h 28m
Delta
Deal found 4/20![Delta logo]()
$666
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 5/265:15 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop15h 56m
United Airlines
Fri 5/2912:30 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop18h 11m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/22![United Airlines logo]()
$514
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 6/510:00 pm
SAN
- MGA
1 stop13h 51m
Copa Airlines
Thu 6/113:12 am
MGA
- SAN
1 stop16h 28m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 4/21![Copa Airlines logo]()
$569
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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.
Mon 6/19:55 pm
SAN
- RTB
2 stops13h 37m
American Airlines
Tue 6/91:38 pm
RTB
- SAN
2 stops20h 37m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/24![American Airlines logo]()
$731
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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.
Sat 5/98:45 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop7h 45m
United Airlines
Sat 5/238:45 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop16h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/24![United Airlines logo]()
$522
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 6/310:00 pm
SAN
- MGA
2 stops11h 22m
Copa Airlines
Tue 6/93:12 am
MGA
- SAN
1 stop16h 28m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 4/25![Copa Airlines logo]()
$578
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 10/29:40 pm
SAN
- RTB
1 stop13h 43m
Delta
Sat 10/101:37 pm
RTB
- SAN
1 stop10h 26m
Delta
Deal found 4/20![Delta logo]()
$734
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 5/2110:25 pm
SAN
- SAP
1 stop19h 53m
American Airlines
Thu 5/286:05 am
SAP
- SAN
1 stop17h 15m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/21![American Airlines logo]()
$745
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 5/610:00 pm
SAN
- GUA
2 stops22h 41m
Copa Airlines
Sun 5/176:24 am
GUA
- SAN
2 stops13h 06m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 4/24![Copa Airlines logo]()
$579
Last-minute flights from San Diego to Central AmericaDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Diego to Central America. Data last updated April 25, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Diego to Central America. Data last updated April 25, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/276:52 am
SAN
- SAL
1 stop22h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/46:30 pm
SAL
- SAN
1 stop19h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$416
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 4/289:45 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop12h 40m
American Airlines
Tue 5/122:08 pm
SJO
- SAN
1 stop19h 07m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/21![American Airlines logo]()
$402
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/19:28 am
SAN
- SJO
2 stops11h 08m
GOL
Thu 5/142:08 pm
SJO
- SAN
2 stops19h 30m
GOL
Deal found 4/21![GOL logo]()
$409
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Sat 5/26:26 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop11h 49m
United Airlines
Thu 5/71:25 pm
SJO
- SAN
1 stop9h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/23![United Airlines logo]()
$410
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Sat 5/26:30 am
SAN
- SJO
2 stops14h 06m
American Airlines
Fri 5/811:35 pm
SJO
- SAN
2 stops17h 12m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/20![American Airlines logo]()
$415
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 5/610:00 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop10h 06m
Copa Airlines
Wed 5/138:14 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop11h 16m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 4/21![Copa Airlines logo]()
$398
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 5/66:30 am
SAN
- SJO
2 stops14h 06m
American Airlines
Wed 5/1311:35 pm
SJO
- SAN
1 stop9h 40m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/21![American Airlines logo]()
$407
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/810:00 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop8h 09m
Copa Airlines
Tue 5/266:19 pm
SJO
- SAN
1 stop25h 11m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 4/23![Copa Airlines logo]()
$413
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 5/141:31 pm
SAN
- LIR
1 stop20h 57m
American Airlines
Thu 5/212:19 pm
LIR
- SAN
1 stop10h 40m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/23![American Airlines logo]()
$416
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Sun 5/2410:00 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop8h 09m
Copa Airlines
Fri 5/294:10 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop15h 20m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 4/22![Copa Airlines logo]()
$382
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 5/2910:00 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop11h 00m
Copa Airlines
Mon 6/110:05 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop9h 35m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 4/23![Copa Airlines logo]()
$390
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Sat 5/308:32 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop7h 58m
United Airlines
Fri 6/57:55 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop10h 46m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/22![United Airlines logo]()
$394
One-way flights from San Diego to Central AmericaSearch for one-way flight options from San Diego to Central America. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated April 25, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from San Diego to Central America. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated April 25, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 6/13:10 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop18h 01m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/22![United Airlines logo]()
$176
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/296:15 am
SAN
- SJO
1 stop15h 27m
GOL
Deal found 4/24![GOL logo]()
$178
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 5/76:15 am
SAN
- SJO
1 stop14h 21m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/25![American Airlines logo]()
$183
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Sat 5/98:45 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop7h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/20![United Airlines logo]()
$184
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/303:10 pm
SAN
- SJO
2 stops18h 55m
GOL
Deal found 4/22![GOL logo]()
$191
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Sun 5/1010:25 am
SAN
- SJO
2 stops21h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$192
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/317:00 am
SAN
- SAL
1 stop25h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$196
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Sun 8/95:30 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop15h 41m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/23![United Airlines logo]()
$198
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/49:00 pm
SAN
- GUA
2 stops40h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$199
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/86:52 am
SAN
- SJO
2 stops24h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$199
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Sat 5/2310:28 pm
SAN
- LIR
1 stop12h 07m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/23![American Airlines logo]()
$202
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 6/210:25 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop13h 44m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/24![American Airlines logo]()
$204
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 April 25, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $382 (Copa Airlines) |
One-way from | $176 (United Airlines) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | August |
Average price | $610 |
Good round-trip deal | $463 or less |
Good one-way deal | $256 or less |
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Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
San DiegoSan José
SAN - SJO
SANSJO
San Diego
Wed 5/6
10:00 pm-12:21 pm
1 stop13h 21m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 5/13
5:50 am-6:30 pm
1 stop13h 40m
$398
San DiegoSan José
SAN - SJO
SANSJO
San Diego
Fri 5/8
10:00 pm-9:06 am
1 stop10h 06m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Fri 5/15
4:10 am-6:30 pm
1 stop15h 20m
$398
Quickest round-trip
San DiegoSan José
SAN - SJO
SANSJO
San Diego
Tue 9/22
6:20 am-7:37 pm
2 stops12h 17m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 9/30
1:25 pm-9:25 pm
1 stop9h 00m
$399
San DiegoSan José
SAN - SJO
SANSJO
San Diego
Sat 9/12
7:41 pm-7:15 am
1 stop10h 34m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 9/23
7:55 am-5:46 pm
1 stop10h 51m
$411
San DiegoSan José
SAN - SJO
SANSJO
San Diego
Sun 8/9
8:58 pm-4:49 pm
1 stop18h 51m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sun 8/16
5:45 am-6:30 pm
1 stop13h 45m
$438
San DiegoLiberia
SAN - LIR
SANLIR
San Diego
Mon 5/25
8:32 pm-9:50 am
2 stops12h 18m
Liberia
Sat 5/30
8:30 am-8:53 pm
1 stop13h 23m
$480
San DiegoGuatemala City
SAN - GUA
SANGUA
San Diego
Sun 8/9
8:58 pm-11:47 am
1 stop13h 49m
Guatemala City La Aurora
Mon 8/31
4:23 am-6:30 pm
1 stop15h 07m
$499
San DiegoBelize City
SAN - BZE
SANBZE
San Diego
Mon 8/3
8:32 pm-1:33 pm
2 stops16h 01m
Belize City Philip S.W.Goldson
Thu 8/13
12:20 pm-9:25 pm
1 stop10h 05m
$499
San DiegoLiberia
SAN - LIR
SANLIR
San Diego
Wed 5/13
7:40 pm-2:25 pm
2 stops17h 45m
Liberia
Thu 5/21
11:10 am-7:50 pm
1 stop9h 40m
$511
San DiegoSan José
SAN - SJO
SANSJO
San Diego
Sun 9/20
5:50 pm-12:45 pm
2 stops17h 55m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mon 9/28
1:40 pm-10:05 pm
1 stop9h 25m
$513
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SAN-LIR
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How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Central America?
The best time to book flights from San Diego to Central America is 43 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Central America?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Central America (average of $117). Flying from San Diego to Central America in April is currently the most expensive (average of $280). 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 April 25, 2026.
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 April 25, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,Delta, andCopa 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.
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$117 | Average$419 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$241 | Average$512 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$243 | Average$661 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$327 | Average$634 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$418 | Average$604 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |