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$126+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) 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 11/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — SJO
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$351
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$126
(eDestinos)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$499

Good round-trip deal

$457 or less

Good one-way deal

$217 or less
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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 September 11, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/296:28 pmSFO - GUA
2 stops16h 03mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/53:45 pmGUA - SFO
1 stop8h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$351
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/279:44 pmSFO - GUA
1 stop13h 14mJetBlue
Wed 11/52:08 pmGUA - SFO
1 stop11h 23mJetBlue
Deal found 9/10$352
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Thu 11/610:23 pmSFO - GUA
1 stop12h 41mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/178:10 pmGUA - SFO
1 stop17h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$353
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/65:34 pmSFO - GUA
2 stops16h 48mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/205:20 amGUA - SFO
1 stop8h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$355
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/2910:37 pmSFO - GUA
2 stops35h 48mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/710:00 amGUA - SFO
1 stop13h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$356
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/11:35 amSFO - GUA
1 stop30h 25mAvianca
Thu 11/139:55 amGUA - SFO
1 stop13h 55mAvianca
Deal found 9/10$357
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/41:35 amSFO - GUA
1 stop15h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/147:30 amGUA - SFO
1 stop9h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$358
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Tue 10/2812:43 amSFO - GUA
1 stop9h 43mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/37:00 amGUA - SFO
1 stop11h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$359
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/152:12 pmSFO - GUA
1 stop15h 08mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/301:00 pmGUA - SFO
2 stops33h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$361
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/88:00 amSFO - GUA
2 stops26h 31mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/153:45 pmGUA - SFO
1 stop8h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$362
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1811:48 amSFO - GUA
1 stop30h 17mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/301:00 pmGUA - SFO
2 stops33h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$363
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/2611:00 pmSFO - GUA
1 stop12h 04mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/58:20 pmGUA - SFO
1 stop17h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$364

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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 September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Central America that are best for you.

Fly from

San Francisco

Fly to

Central America

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoGuatemala City

SFO - GUA

SFOGUA

San Francisco

Tue 10/28

9:44 pm-11:58 am

1 stop13h 14m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Wed 11/5

2:08 pm-11:31 pm

1 stop11h 23m

$387

San FranciscoLiberia

SFO - LIR

SFOLIR

San Francisco

Sun 3/1

6:00 am-6:35 pm

1 stop10h 35m

Liberia

Wed 3/4

11:00 am-10:59 pm

1 stop13h 59m

$393

San FranciscoSan Pedro Sula

SFO - SAP

SFOSAP

San Francisco

Mon 11/3

9:59 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop22h 34m

San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda

Tue 11/11

11:50 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop26h 09m

$394

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Sun 10/5

12:43 am-12:06 pm

1 stop10h 23m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 10/13

2:00 am-5:37 pm

1 stop16h 37m

$398

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Tue 10/28

5:15 am-8:19 pm

1 stop14h 04m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 11/12

4:40 pm-12:12 am

1 stop9h 32m

$398

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Mon 10/13

12:43 am-8:17 pm

1 stop18h 34m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 10/22

6:00 am-2:40 pm

1 stop9h 40m

$398

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Sun 10/5

11:59 pm-12:06 pm

1 stop11h 07m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 10/10

1:25 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop11h 32m

$398

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Tue 9/30

12:43 am-12:06 pm

1 stop10h 23m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 10/10

2:00 am-9:45 am

1 stop8h 45m

$398

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Sun 9/28

12:43 am-2:23 pm

1 stop12h 40m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 10/7

3:30 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop9h 27m

$398

San FranciscoGuatemala City

SFO - GUA

SFOGUA

San Francisco

Sat 11/1

9:43 pm-12:58 pm

1 stop14h 15m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Thu 11/6

2:08 pm-11:31 pm

1 stop11h 23m

$399

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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Central America (average of $398). Flying from San Francisco 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 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 September 11, 2025.

When flying from San Francisco 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.

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 September 11, 2025.

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 September 11, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Copa Airlines, and United 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,531 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,436 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

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?

    Within the past month, 8 users have taken a look at flights from San Francisco to Central America.

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

    For as low as $398, JetBlue can have you in Central America from San Francisco in 10h 23m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2639 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?

    $152 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from JetBlue. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Alaska Airlines and American Airlines, with prices starting from $163 and $168, respectively.

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

    The most popular route from San Francisco to Central America is San Francisco - San José Juan Santamaria Intl. You may also consider San Francisco - Panama City Tocumen Intl or San Francisco - San Salvador El Salvador Intl.

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

    The cheapest flight price from San Francisco to Central America is $611. On average you can expect to pay $1,079. The most popular route, (San Francisco - San José Juan Santamaria Intl), can usually be booked for $328.

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Central America (average of $398). Flying from San Francisco 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 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$137Average$334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$159Average$541FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
JetBlueCheapest$186Average$501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$289Average$806FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$289Average$749FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$358Average$590FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
VolarisCheapest$368Average$502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$370Average$631FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$383Average$711FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$419Average$716FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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