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$121+ Cheap flights from San Jose (SJC) 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 8/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — SJO
Aug 4 — Aug 111
Mon 8/4
Mon 8/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Jose to Central America

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Jose to Central America flight deals. Data was last updated July 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$281
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$121
(Expedia)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$551
From San Jose to Central America
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Cheapest flights from San Jose to Central America
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Jose to Central America. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 30, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 9/46:00 amSJC - SJO
1 stop10h 57mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/177:27 amSJO - SJC
1 stop10h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/30$281
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/156:15 amSJC - SJO
1 stop11h 49mAlaska Airlines
Thu 10/236:30 amSJO - SJC
1 stop17h 16mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/28$284
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Thu 9/41:44 pmSJC - SJO
2 stops21h 26mDelta
Wed 9/171:35 pmSJO - SJC
2 stops26h 10mDelta
Deal found 7/30$304
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Mon 9/84:16 pmSJC - GUA
2 stops18h 49mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/141:00 pmGUA - SJC
2 stops19h 20mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/29$326
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/1712:39 pmSJC - SJO
2 stops21h 33mSpirit Airlines
Fri 9/512:19 pmSJO - SJC
3 stops32h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/30$339
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Sun 9/1410:30 pmSJC - GUA
1 stop12h 00mDelta
Wed 9/171:05 pmGUA - SJC
1 stop10h 45mDelta
Deal found 7/28$340
This AOBTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 AOBTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/46:00 amSJC - SJO
2 stops12h 42mBritish Airways
Wed 9/177:27 amSJO - SJC
1 stop14h 41mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/30$342
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Sun 8/311:00 pmSJC - LIR
1 stop16h 20mAlaska Airlines
Tue 9/911:20 amLIR - SJC
1 stop27h 55mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/29$362
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Sun 8/313:17 pmSJC - LIR
2 stops19h 43mDelta
Tue 9/91:25 pmLIR - SJC
2 stops24h 35mDelta
Deal found 7/29$365
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 9/88:02 pmSJC - GUA
1 stop9h 18mAlaska Airlines
Sun 9/1411:20 amGUA - SJC
1 stop23h 38mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/29$366
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/226:00 amSJC - SAL
2 stops22h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/265:30 amSAL - SJC
3 stops19h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$370
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Thu 9/46:45 amSJC - SJO
1 stop11h 10mSouthwest
Wed 9/178:50 amSJO - SJC
2 stops13h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 7/30$381

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Jose 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 July 30, 2025.
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

Fly to

Central America

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Depart

Return

Price

San JoseSan José

SJC - SJO

SJCSJO

San Jose

Thu 9/4

6:00 am-5:57 pm

1 stop10h 57m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/17

7:27 am-4:41 pm

1 stop10h 14m

$281

San JoseSan José

SJC - SJO

SJCSJO

San Jose

Wed 10/15

6:15 am-7:04 pm

1 stop11h 49m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 10/23

6:30 am-10:46 pm

1 stop17h 16m

$284

San JoseSan José

SJC - SJO

SJCSJO

San Jose

Thu 9/4

1:44 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops21h 26m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/17

1:35 pm-2:45 pm

2 stops26h 10m

$304

San JoseGuatemala City

SJC - GUA

SJCGUA

San Jose

Mon 9/8

4:16 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops18h 49m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sun 9/14

1:00 pm-7:20 am

2 stops19h 20m

$326

San JoseSan José

SJC - SJO

SJCSJO

San Jose

Sun 8/17

12:39 pm-11:12 am

2 stops21h 33m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 9/5

12:19 pm-8:00 pm

3 stops32h 41m

$339

San JoseGuatemala City

SJC - GUA

SJCGUA

San Jose

Sun 9/14

10:30 pm-11:30 am

1 stop12h 00m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Wed 9/17

1:05 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop10h 45m

$340

San JoseSan José

SJC - SJO

SJCSJO

San Jose

Thu 9/4

6:00 am-7:42 pm

2 stops12h 42m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/17

7:27 am-9:08 pm

1 stop14h 41m

$342

San JoseLiberia

SJC - LIR

SJCLIR

San Jose

Sun 8/31

1:00 pm-6:20 am

1 stop16h 20m

Liberia

Tue 9/9

11:20 am-2:15 pm

1 stop27h 55m

$362

San JoseLiberia

SJC - LIR

SJCLIR

San Jose

Sun 8/31

3:17 pm-12:00 pm

2 stops19h 43m

Liberia

Tue 9/9

1:25 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops24h 35m

$365

San JoseGuatemala City

SJC - GUA

SJCGUA

San Jose

Mon 9/8

8:02 pm-6:20 am

1 stop9h 18m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sun 9/14

11:20 am-9:58 am

1 stop23h 38m

$366

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

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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 to Central America?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to Central America (average of $398). Flying from San Jose 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 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 July 30, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from San Jose to Central America as you normally would.

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 July 30, 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
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,493 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,721 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $121 on Alaska Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $125 and Southwest from $142 one-way.

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

    While some choose either San Jose - Liberia or San Jose - Belize City Philip S.W.Goldson, San Jose - San José Juan Santamaria Intl is the most popular route from San Jose 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 to Central America?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to Central America (average of $398). Flying from San Jose 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 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 July 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$290Average$577FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$300Average$678FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$362Average$569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$363Average$568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
AviancaCheapest$372Average$562FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$392Average$585FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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