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$147+ Cheap flights from San Jose, CA (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 3/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — SJO
Feb 26 — Mar 51
Thu 2/26
Thu 3/5
1 adult, Economy
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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 January 27, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 3/27:15 pm
SJC
-
SJO
2 stops15h 16m
American Airlines
Mon 3/1611:35 pm
SJO
-
SJC
1 stop11h 36m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/27$382
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Sun 5/36:00 am
SJC
-
SJO
1 stop14h 36m
American Airlines
Mon 5/112:22 pm
SJO
-
SJC
2 stops20h 56m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/26$394
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Tue 5/512:47 pm
SJC
-
SJO
2 stops21h 20m
American Airlines
Sun 5/1011:35 pm
SJO
-
SJC
1 stop11h 43m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/27$399
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/232:07 pm
SJC
-
SJO
2 stops20h 24m
GOL
Mon 3/912:26 pm
SJO
-
SJC
2 stops22h 45m
GOL
Deal found 1/25$401
This AOBTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Mon 3/23:55 pm
SJC
-
SJO
2 stops19h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/162:20 pm
SJO
-
SJC
1 stop20h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/26$409
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 3/108:45 am
SJC
-
GUA
2 stops19h 03m
United Airlines
Mon 3/161:40 am
GUA
-
SJC
2 stops20h 36m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/25$419
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 3/116:00 am
SJC
-
SJO
1 stop14h 43m
American Airlines
Wed 3/1811:35 pm
SJO
-
SJC
1 stop11h 36m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/24$429
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 2/234:20 pm
SJC
-
SJO
2 stops19h 35m
American Airlines
Mon 3/911:35 pm
SJO
-
SJC
1 stop11h 36m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/25$436
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/1610:20 am
SJC
-
GUA
1 stop9h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/2512:33 pm
GUA
-
SJC
2 stops30h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$446
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Fri 9/182:25 pm
SJC
-
SJO
2 stops19h 40m
American Airlines
Fri 9/257:40 am
SJO
-
SJC
1 stop9h 38m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/27$447
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 2/34:00 pm
SJC
-
PTY
2 stops22h 07m
United Airlines
Tue 2/104:41 pm
PTY
-
SJC
2 stops31h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/26$459
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 1/3111:51 am
SJC
-
GUA
1 stop9h 38m
American Airlines
Fri 2/67:00 am
GUA
-
SJC
1 stop14h 10m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/27$459

Find flight deals from San Jose to Central America

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Round-trip from

$382
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One-way from

$147
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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 January 27, 2026.
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 JoseSan José

SJC - SJO

SJCSJO

San Jose

Tue 5/5

12:47 pm-11:07 am

2 stops21h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/10

11:35 pm-10:18 am

1 stop11h 43m

$399

San JoseGuatemala City

SJC - GUA

SJCGUA

San Jose

Tue 3/10

8:45 am-4:48 am

2 stops19h 03m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Mon 3/16

1:40 am-9:16 pm

2 stops20h 36m

$419

San JoseSan José

SJC - SJO

SJCSJO

San Jose

Sat 4/11

3:45 pm-10:11 am

2 stops17h 26m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 4/20

7:55 am-9:07 pm

2 stops38h 12m

$457

San JoseSan José

SJC - SJO

SJCSJO

San Jose

Thu 4/9

3:45 pm-10:11 am

2 stops17h 26m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 4/20

7:55 am-9:07 pm

2 stops38h 12m

$457

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Sun 2/8

4:00 pm-2:45 pm

2 stops19h 45m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 2/10

4:41 pm-8:56 pm

2 stops31h 15m

$459

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Wed 4/1

3:45 pm-2:14 pm

2 stops20h 29m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 4/20

3:30 pm-9:07 pm

2 stops31h 37m

$459

San JoseLiberia

SJC - LIR

SJCLIR

San Jose

Wed 2/18

3:55 pm-1:10 pm

2 stops19h 15m

Liberia

Wed 2/25

2:20 pm-1:41 pm

2 stops25h 21m

$463

San JoseSan José

SJC - SJO

SJCSJO

San Jose

Mon 3/2

2:07 pm-2:53 pm

1 stop22h 46m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/16

11:35 pm-10:11 am

1 stop11h 36m

$468

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Fri 2/6

5:55 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop17h 50m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 2/10

8:55 am-8:56 pm

2 stops15h 01m

$474

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Sat 2/7

4:00 pm-5:07 pm

2 stops22h 07m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 2/10

8:55 am-8:56 pm

2 stops15h 01m

$474

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to Central America (average of $158). 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.

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 January 27, 2026.
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
11,795 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

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
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,795 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,795 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

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
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,795 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

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
Delta
7.9
Good
8,119 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,795 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

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
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,205 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,795 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

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
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,197 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,795 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Jose 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 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 17h 45m. There are 2915 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 Alaska Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $115. American Airlines flights start at $131 while deals on Southwest start at $141 one-way.

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

    While some choose either San Jose - Panama City Tocumen 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to Central America (average of $158). 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 January 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$133Average$501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$221Average$755FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$315Average$512FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$330Average$573FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
AviancaCheapest$366Average$640FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$380Average$585FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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