Central America

$146+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Central America

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SFO — SJO
Thg. 4 11 — Thg. 4 181
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Central America
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Central America. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on Tháng Ba 12, 2026.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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.
Th. 6 5/2911:59 pm
SFO
-
GUA
1 stop14h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Th. 3 6/21:34 am
GUA
-
SFO
1 stop14h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/8$349
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Th. 3 5/1911:05 pm
SFO
-
GUA
1 stop12h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Th. 3 6/24:26 pm
GUA
-
SFO
1 stop31h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/9$354
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Th. 6 5/2211:59 pm
SFO
-
GUA
1 stop14h 12m
Frontier
CN 5/3111:11 am
GUA
-
SFO
1 stop12h 53m
Frontier
Deal found 3/9$359
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Th. 2 9/1411:20 pm
SFO
-
GUA
1 stop11h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Th. 5 9/171:53 am
GUA
-
SFO
1 stop11h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7$361
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Th. 4 5/2710:38 pm
SFO
-
SAL
1 stop12h 23m
Frontier
Th. 4 6/311:20 am
SAL
-
SFO
2 stops21h 23m
Frontier
Deal found 3/10$363
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Th. 6 5/2211:59 pm
SFO
-
GUA
1 stop14h 12m
Frontier
Th. 3 5/264:26 pm
GUA
-
SFO
1 stop31h 26m
Frontier
Deal found 3/9$363
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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.
Th. 7 5/2311:59 pm
SFO
-
GUA
1 stop8h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Th. 7 5/3010:00 am
GUA
-
SFO
1 stop14h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/8$364
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Th. 6 5/2211:59 pm
SFO
-
SAL
1 stop9h 06m
Frontier
Th. 7 5/3011:20 am
SAL
-
SFO
2 stops21h 23m
Frontier
Deal found 3/9$366
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
CN 5/1010:38 pm
SFO
-
SAL
1 stop12h 54m
Frontier
Th. 7 5/2311:20 am
SAL
-
SFO
1 stop12h 44m
Frontier
Deal found 3/10$367
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Th. 5 5/2811:59 pm
SFO
-
SAL
1 stop9h 06m
Frontier
CN 5/311:19 pm
SAL
-
SFO
1 stop32h 39m
Frontier
Deal found 3/9$368
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Th. 2 6/111:59 pm
SFO
-
GUA
1 stop14h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Th. 3 6/93:20 pm
GUA
-
SFO
1 stop9h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7$368
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Th. 7 4/116:43 pm
SFO
-
SAL
2 stops15h 15m
Frontier
Th. 6 4/171:37 pm
SAL
-
SFO
1 stop28h 57m
Frontier
Deal found 3/9$369

Find flight deals from San Francisco to Central America

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco to Central America flight deals. Data was last updated Tháng Ba 12, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$349
(Expedia)

One-way from

$146
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$470

Good round-trip deal

$424 or less

Good one-way deal

$234 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Francisco-San Salvador El Salvador Intl flight deals.
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From San Francisco to Central America
One-way flight from San Francisco to Central America
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price ($127 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 March 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Central America.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from San Francisco to Central America.

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 Tháng Ba 12, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Central America that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Th. 4 4/29

5:00 am-2:30 pm

1 stop8h 30m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Th. 4 5/13

6:00 am-11:59 pm

1 stop18h 59m

$371

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Th. 6 5/1

6:55 pm-8:49 pm

1 stop24h 54m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Th. 4 5/13

6:00 am-11:59 pm

1 stop18h 59m

$381

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Th. 7 4/11

4:45 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop18h 30m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Th. 6 4/17

6:16 am-2:53 pm

1 stop9h 37m

$420

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Th. 4 4/15

5:00 am-2:30 pm

1 stop8h 30m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Th. 4 4/22

3:40 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 19m

$420

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Th. 4 4/29

12:45 am-2:30 pm

1 stop12h 45m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Th. 2 5/4

3:40 pm-7:15 am

1 stop16h 35m

$420

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Th. 2 4/6

11:59 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop11h 16m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Th. 2 4/13

3:40 pm-7:16 am

1 stop16h 36m

$439

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Th. 7 5/2

5:00 am-8:49 pm

1 stop14h 49m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Th. 4 5/6

6:00 am-11:59 pm

1 stop18h 59m

$440

San FranciscoSan Pedro Sula

SFO - SAP

SFOSAP

San Francisco

Th. 7 8/15

11:55 pm-8:30 am

1 stop7h 35m

San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda

CN 8/23

8:10 pm-6:25 am

2 stops11h 15m

$449

San FranciscoSan Pedro Sula

SFO - SAP

SFOSAP

San Francisco

Th. 6 4/17

2:15 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop8h 10m

San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda

Th. 2 4/27

4:30 am-12:50 pm

1 stop9h 20m

$449

San FranciscoGuatemala City

SFO - GUA

SFOGUA

San Francisco

Th. 2 5/18

11:05 pm-12:34 pm

1 stop12h 29m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Th. 6 5/22

1:05 pm-12:33 am

1 stop12h 28m

$457

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

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Central America (average of $118). Flying from San Francisco to Central America in December is currently the most expensive (average of $318). 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 SFO to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 Tháng Ba 12, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from San Francisco to Central America in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 62% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Central America. Price data was last updated on February 21, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Central America flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Central America

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Central America. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated Tháng Ba 12, 2026.

The most flights from SFO to 0CA are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

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 Tháng Ba 12, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines,Copa Airlines, andUnited Airlines from San Francisco to Central America by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco 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 Francisco to Central America?

    Located just 11.8 mi from the city center, San Francisco (SFO) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Central America from San Francisco.

  • How popular is this San Francisco to Central America flight route?

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

    For as low as $449, United Airlines can have you in Central America from San Francisco in 7h 35m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2597 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    $84 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from United Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Frontier and Delta, with prices starting from $103 and $112, respectively.

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

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Central America?

    The cheapest flight price from San Francisco to Central America is $593. On average you can expect to pay $802. The most popular route, (San Francisco - San José Juan Santamaria Intl), can usually be booked for $421.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco 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 Francisco to Central America.

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Central America (average of $118). Flying from San Francisco to Central America in December is currently the most expensive (average of $318). 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 10 airlines flying from San Francisco to Central America

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 Tháng Ba 12, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$139Average$562FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
FrontierCheapest$152Average$639FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$170Average$537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$195Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$224Average$696FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
AviancaCheapest$234Average$537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$271Average$802FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$289Average$721FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$342Average$604FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$529Average$628FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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