Central America

$173+ 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 8/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — SJO
Jul 14 — Jul 211
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Cheap flight deals from San Jose to Central America

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 June 14, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/182:30 pm
SJC
-
SJO
2 stops20h 33m
American Airlines
Wed 8/262:56 pm
SJO
-
SJC
2 stops20h 54m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/11$383
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/126:35 pm
SJC
-
SJO
1 stop10h 25m
Southwest
Thu 10/2212:55 pm
SJO
-
SJC
1 stop10h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 6/10$448
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/266:45 am
SJC
-
SJO
2 stops10h 55m
Southwest
Wed 9/21:40 pm
SJO
-
SJC
2 stops18h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 6/9$452
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/188:55 am
SJC
-
SJO
1 stop8h 45m
Southwest
Wed 8/261:40 pm
SJO
-
SJC
2 stops18h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 6/11$453
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/266:00 am
SJC
-
SJO
1 stop30h 52m
American Airlines
Tue 9/222:57 pm
SJO
-
SJC
2 stops20h 56m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/11$463
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1011:27 am
SJC
-
SJO
1 stop11h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/224:15 pm
SJO
-
SJC
1 stop18h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$472
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/122:36 pm
SJC
-
BZE
2 stops20h 46m
American Airlines
Tue 9/292:30 pm
BZE
-
SJC
2 stops21h 23m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/11$500
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/287:50 am
SJC
-
SJO
1 stop9h 50m
Southwest
Sat 10/312:15 pm
SJO
-
SJC
1 stop10h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 6/10$504
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/148:45 am
SJC
-
SJO
2 stops33h 52m
United Airlines
Tue 10/201:25 pm
SJO
-
SJC
2 stops29h 07m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/11$510
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/196:00 am
SJC
-
SJO
2 stops12h 53m
American Airlines
Thu 9/31:07 pm
SJO
-
SJC
1 stop10h 04m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/10$512
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/266:00 am
SJC
-
SJO
1 stop14h 59m
American Airlines
Tue 12/86:20 am
SJO
-
SJC
1 stop16h 25m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/12$516
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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.
Tue 10/138:15 pm
SJC
-
SJO
1 stop8h 45m
Southwest
Mon 10/1912:55 pm
SJO
-
SJC
1 stop10h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 6/13$518

Find 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 June 14, 2026.

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3 stars

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$383
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$173
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,116
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From San Jose to Central America
One-way flight from San Jose to Central America
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 30% potential increase in price ($349 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 13% potential price decrease ($93 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026

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Cheapest round-trip

San JoseBelize City

SJC - BZE

SJCBZE

San Jose

Sun 7/19

8:45 am-11:15 am

2 stops25h 30m

Belize City Philip S.W.Goldson

Sat 7/25

1:05 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop9h 05m

$565

San JoseGuatemala City

SJC - GUA

SJCGUA

San Jose

Sun 9/13

5:05 pm-11:30 am

2 stops17h 25m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Thu 9/17

1:05 pm-9:57 pm

1 stop9h 52m

$593

San JoseBelize City

SJC - BZE

SJCBZE

San Jose

Sat 9/12

8:45 am-11:15 am

2 stops25h 30m

Belize City Philip S.W.Goldson

Thu 9/24

2:35 pm-5:32 pm

2 stops27h 57m

$600

San JoseBelize City

SJC - BZE

SJCBZE

San Jose

Fri 9/11

6:37 pm-11:15 am

2 stops15h 38m

Belize City Philip S.W.Goldson

Fri 9/25

12:20 pm-8:48 pm

2 stops33h 28m

$619

San JoseBelize City

SJC - BZE

SJCBZE

San Jose

Tue 9/15

8:45 am-11:15 am

2 stops25h 30m

Belize City Philip S.W.Goldson

Fri 9/25

12:20 pm-1:11 pm

2 stops25h 51m

$619

San JoseBelize City

SJC - BZE

SJCBZE

San Jose

Thu 9/10

6:37 pm-11:15 am

2 stops15h 38m

Belize City Philip S.W.Goldson

Fri 9/25

2:35 pm-8:48 pm

2 stops31h 13m

$619

San JoseLiberia

SJC - LIR

SJCLIR

San Jose

Sat 7/25

4:00 pm-9:50 am

2 stops16h 50m

Liberia

Thu 7/30

1:20 pm-1:24 pm

2 stops25h 04m

$621

San JoseGuatemala City

SJC - GUA

SJCGUA

San Jose

Sat 10/10

6:12 pm-11:30 am

2 stops16h 18m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Thu 10/15

1:05 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop10h 53m

$623

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Thu 8/6

2:59 pm-12:55 pm

2 stops19h 56m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 8/20

2:20 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop10h 38m

$659

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Wed 7/29

6:37 pm-6:37 pm

2 stops22h 00m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 8/4

3:30 pm-1:24 pm

2 stops23h 54m

$659

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to Central America (average of $75). Flying from San Jose, California to Central America in May is currently the most expensive (average of $374). 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.

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Jose, California to Central America?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Jose, California to Central America, you should look to book at least 86 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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 June 14, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines,Southwest, andDelta 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.

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

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 12h 10m. There are 2483 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 American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $131. Delta flights start at $141 while deals on Southwest start at $141 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to Central America (average of $75). Flying from San Jose, California to Central America in May is currently the most expensive (average of $374). 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 June 14, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$222Average$555FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$267Average$574FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$308Average$578FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$324Average$751FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
AviancaCheapest$352Average$663FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$363Average$548FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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