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$136+ Cheap flights from San Jose, CA (SJC) to Central America

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SJC — SJO
Nov 27 — Dec 41
Thu 11/27
Thu 12/4
1 adult, Economy
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One-way from

$136
(American Airlines)

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October

Average price

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This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/86:00 amSJC - SJO
1 stop13h 17mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/156:22 amSJO - SJC
2 stops14h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/28$295
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/84:02 pmSJC - SJO
2 stops17h 23mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/157:30 amSJO - SJC
1 stop15h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/28$304
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/82:37 pmSJC - SJO
2 stops19h 36mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/161:15 pmSJO - SJC
2 stops22h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/27$308
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/74:02 pmSJC - SJO
2 stops17h 23mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/1012:35 pmSJO - SJC
1 stop25h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/28$312
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/86:35 amSJC - SJO
1 stop13h 45mDelta
Tue 12/167:00 amSJO - SJC
1 stop15h 41mDelta
Deal found 10/28$316
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/319:05 amSJC - SJO
2 stops25h 51mDelta
Wed 1/217:00 amSJO - SJC
2 stops27h 32mDelta
Deal found 10/28$320
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/41:00 pmSJC - SJO
1 stop9h 38mAlaska Airlines
Wed 11/51:55 amSJO - SJC
1 stop10h 14mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/27$334
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/86:00 amSJC - SJO
1 stop13h 17mAmerican Airlines
Fri 11/146:22 amSJO - SJC
1 stop16h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/27$335
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/106:54 pmSJC - SJO
1 stop27h 44mAlaska Airlines
Wed 11/121:55 amSJO - SJC
1 stop10h 14mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/27$340
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/102:38 pmSJC - SJO
1 stop21h 32mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/136:22 amSJO - SJC
1 stop16h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/27$353
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/298:00 amSJC - SJO
1 stop9h 16mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/66:22 amSJO - SJC
1 stop16h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/27$357
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Sun 12/78:08 pmSJC - GUA
2 stops39h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/127:30 amGUA - SJC
1 stop9h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$381

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Jose to Central America that are best for you.

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San Jose

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San JoseSan José

SJC - SJO

SJCSJO

San Jose

Sat 11/8

4:02 pm-11:25 am

2 stops17h 23m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 11/15

7:30 am-8:53 pm

1 stop15h 23m

$304

San JoseSan José

SJC - SJO

SJCSJO

San Jose

Mon 12/8

6:35 am-10:20 pm

1 stop13h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 12/16

7:00 am-8:41 pm

1 stop15h 41m

$316

San JoseSan José

SJC - SJO

SJCSJO

San Jose

Wed 12/31

5:55 am-12:56 pm

2 stops29h 01m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 1/23

7:00 am-9:20 pm

1 stop16h 20m

$320

San JoseSan José

SJC - SJO

SJCSJO

San Jose

Tue 3/3

3:55 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops19h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/11

1:05 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops33h 15m

$408

San JoseSan José

SJC - SJO

SJCSJO

San Jose

Mon 11/17

4:02 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops19h 13m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/19

2:20 pm-10:05 am

2 stops21h 45m

$408

San JoseLiberia

SJC - LIR

SJCLIR

San Jose

Tue 1/6

8:59 am-6:20 am

1 stop19h 21m

Liberia

Wed 1/21

11:20 am-9:21 am

2 stops24h 01m

$419

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Mon 12/8

12:55 pm-2:21 pm

1 stop22h 26m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 12/23

3:22 pm-11:14 am

1 stop22h 52m

$426

San JoseLiberia

SJC - LIR

SJCLIR

San Jose

Mon 12/8

8:01 pm-6:20 am

1 stop8h 19m

Liberia

Tue 12/16

9:00 am-10:59 pm

1 stop15h 59m

$432

San JoseLiberia

SJC - LIR

SJCLIR

San Jose

Tue 3/3

6:15 am-6:35 pm

1 stop10h 20m

Liberia

Thu 3/5

11:00 am-6:04 pm

1 stop9h 04m

$439

San JoseLiberia

SJC - LIR

SJCLIR

San Jose

Wed 12/10

7:40 am-6:20 am

2 stops20h 40m

Liberia

Wed 12/17

9:00 am-10:59 pm

1 stop15h 59m

$445

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Jose, California to Central America?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to Central America (average of $115). Flying from San Jose, California 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 SJC to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from San Jose 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 October 28, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San Jose, California to Central America in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 8% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Jose, California to Central America?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Jose to Central America. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

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

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 October 28, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from San Jose 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
11,203 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

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
11,203 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,203 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,240 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,203 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

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.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,994 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,203 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

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
9,001 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,203 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

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
11,032 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,203 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

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

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Jose to Central America?

    If you book a flight to Central America from San Jose, you will be flying from San Jose, which is the city’s only airport. San Jose (SJC) is located 2.9 mi from the center of San Jose.

  • How long is the flight from San Jose, California to Central America?

    Departing from San Jose, California to Central America will take you 13h 45m. There are 3009 mi between San Jose, California and Central America. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with United Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $136. Alaska Airlines flights start at $136 while deals on American Airlines start at $142 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Jose, California to Central America?

    While some choose either San Jose - San Salvador El Salvador Intl or San Jose - Guatemala City La Aurora, San Jose - San José Juan Santamaria Intl is the most popular route from San Jose, California to Central America.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Jose 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 Jose, California to Central America?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to Central America (average of $115). Flying from San Jose, California 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 6 airlines flying from San Jose to Central America

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Jose 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 October 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$324Average$670FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$350Average$577FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$352Average$561FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$362Average$597FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$380Average$606FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
AviancaCheapest$385Average$487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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