Central America

$111+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Central America

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SFO — SJO
Mar 15 — Mar 221
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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 February 13, 2026.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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.
Tue 5/192:15 pm
SFO
-
GUA
1 stop7h 55m
Avianca
Tue 6/23:20 pm
GUA
-
SFO
1 stop8h 15m
Avianca
Deal found 2/12$314
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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 5/272:15 pm
SFO
-
GUA
1 stop7h 55m
Avianca
Fri 5/295:25 am
GUA
-
SFO
1 stop8h 25m
Avianca
Deal found 2/12$315
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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.
Mon 3/21:20 pm
SFO
-
GUA
1 stop7h 50m
Avianca
Wed 3/113:45 pm
GUA
-
SFO
1 stop8h 05m
Avianca
Deal found 2/12$317
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/11:20 pm
SFO
-
GUA
1 stop17h 40m
Avianca
Fri 3/65:10 am
GUA
-
SFO
1 stop8h 50m
Avianca
Deal found 2/12$319
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/710:03 pm
SFO
-
GUA
1 stop14h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/1410:00 am
GUA
-
SFO
1 stop14h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/11$322
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/92:20 pm
SFO
-
GUA
1 stop7h 50m
Avianca
Mon 3/168:10 pm
GUA
-
SFO
1 stop17h 50m
Avianca
Deal found 2/11$327
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/92:15 pm
SFO
-
GUA
1 stop7h 55m
Avianca
Fri 5/223:40 pm
GUA
-
SFO
1 stop7h 55m
Avianca
Deal found 2/10$328
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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.
Tue 4/710:03 pm
SFO
-
GUA
1 stop14h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/138:15 pm
GUA
-
SFO
1 stop28h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12$330
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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.
Tue 4/710:03 pm
SFO
-
GUA
1 stop14h 01m
Frontier
Mon 4/139:47 am
GUA
-
SFO
2 stops38h 38m
Frontier
Deal found 2/12$339
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/71:35 am
SFO
-
SAL
Nonstop5h 30m
Avianca
Tue 3/176:15 pm
SAL
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 25m
Avianca
Deal found 2/10$345
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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.
Tue 3/31:35 am
SFO
-
SAL
Nonstop5h 30m
Avianca
Tue 3/176:15 pm
SAL
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 25m
Avianca
Deal found 2/12$348
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/82:15 pm
SFO
-
SAL
Nonstop5h 35m
Avianca
Wed 4/157:45 am
SAL
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 05m
Avianca
Deal found 2/10$352

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 February 13, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$314
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$111
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$467

Good round-trip deal

$413 or less

Good one-way deal

$213 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Francisco-San Salvador El Salvador Intl flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for San Francisco-San Salvador El Salvador Intl flights.
From San Francisco to Central America
One-way flight from San Francisco to Central America
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($121 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($27 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 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 February 13, 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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San Francisco

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Central America

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Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoGuatemala City

SFO - GUA

SFOGUA

San Francisco

Wed 4/15

12:45 am-2:30 pm

1 stop12h 45m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Fri 4/24

3:45 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 14m

$347

San FranciscoGuatemala City

SFO - GUA

SFOGUA

San Francisco

Thu 4/9

2:30 am-9:00 am

1 stop29h 30m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Tue 4/14

10:00 am-11:55 pm

1 stop14h 55m

$354

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Tue 4/7

6:55 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop16h 20m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 4/17

3:40 pm-7:16 am

1 stop16h 36m

$373

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Sat 4/11

6:55 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop16h 20m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 4/17

3:40 pm-7:16 am

1 stop16h 36m

$373

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Wed 4/29

5:00 am-8:49 pm

1 stop14h 49m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 5/4

3:40 pm-7:15 am

1 stop16h 35m

$373

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Wed 2/25

5:00 am-9:19 pm

1 stop14h 19m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 3/4

4:40 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 19m

$373

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Thu 4/16

12:45 am-2:30 pm

1 stop12h 45m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 4/20

3:40 pm-7:16 am

1 stop16h 36m

$373

San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

Tue 3/17

2:35 am-11:25 am

1 stop7h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/22

3:10 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop8h 25m

$405

San FranciscoGuatemala City

SFO - GUA

SFOGUA

San Francisco

Sat 4/25

11:59 pm-12:46 pm

1 stop11h 47m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sat 5/2

6:00 am-10:49 pm

2 stops17h 49m

$406

San FranciscoLiberia

SFO - LIR

SFOLIR

San Francisco

Fri 5/1

3:17 pm-6:20 am

1 stop14h 03m

Liberia

Sat 5/9

5:09 pm-11:02 pm

Nonstop6h 53m

$408

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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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Central America (average of $158). 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 February 13, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from San Francisco to Central America in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 57% 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 7, 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 February 13, 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 February 13, 2026.
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.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 $406, United Airlines can have you in Central America from San Francisco in 11h 47m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2514 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 Volaris El Salvador and Frontier, with prices starting from $95 and $103, 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 $979. The most popular route, (San Francisco - San José Juan Santamaria Intl), can usually be booked for $344.

  • 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Central America (average of $158). 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 February 13, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$78Average$669FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$139Average$537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
JetBlueCheapest$170Average$474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$195Average$428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$224Average$697FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
AviancaCheapest$234Average$542FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$271Average$794FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$289Average$728FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$345Average$618FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$529Average$669FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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