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$121+ Cheap flights from Central America to John F Kennedy Intl, NY (JFK)

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 12/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — JFK
Dec 11 — Dec 181
Thu 12/11
Thu 12/18
1 adult, Economy
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Tue 12/167:50 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop7h 30mAvianca
Sat 1/3110:00 amJFK - SJO
1 stop7h 10mAvianca
Deal found 11/9$189
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Fri 11/144:25 pmSJO - JFK
Nonstop5h 01mJetBlue
Fri 1/309:15 amJFK - SJO
Nonstop5h 33mJetBlue
Deal found 11/10$190
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Mon 12/154:30 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop7h 30mAvianca
Fri 1/305:50 amJFK - SJO
1 stop8h 50mAvianca
Deal found 11/10$193
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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.
Mon 12/154:30 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop7h 30mAvianca
Tue 1/205:50 amJFK - SJO
1 stop8h 50mAvianca
Deal found 11/10$194
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Thu 11/134:25 pmSJO - JFK
Nonstop5h 01mJetBlue
Mon 11/1710:30 amJFK - SJO
Nonstop5h 22mJetBlue
Deal found 11/9$197
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/195:30 amSAL - JFK
1 stop17h 58mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/116:00 amJFK - SAL
1 stop17h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11$209
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Mon 11/103:05 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop8h 15mAvianca
Fri 11/143:05 pmJFK - SJO
1 stop9h 35mAvianca
Deal found 11/9$215
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Wed 12/107:34 amSAL - JFK
2 stops16h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/146:00 amJFK - SAL
1 stop17h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9$216
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Thu 11/203:05 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop8h 55mAvianca
Mon 1/192:45 amJFK - SJO
2 stops9h 40mAvianca
Deal found 11/9$216
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/177:34 amSAL - JFK
1 stop15h 33mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/104:25 pmJFK - SAL
2 stops30h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/10$217
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Thu 11/2011:59 pmSJO - JFK
Nonstop5h 00mJetBlue
Fri 12/56:50 pmJFK - SJO
1 stop15h 02mJetBlue
Deal found 11/10$218
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Mon 12/156:20 amSJO - JFK
1 stop9h 55mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/205:30 amJFK - SJO
1 stop8h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/10$219

Cheap flight deals from Central America to John F Kennedy Intl

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Central America to John F Kennedy Intl flight deals. Data was last updated November 11, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Gurufare
3 stars

Round-trip from

$186
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$121
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$364

Good round-trip deal

$196 or less

Good one-way deal

$122 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Central America to John F Kennedy Intl 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 November 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Central America to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport that are best for you.

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Central America

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John F Kennedy Intl

Route

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Return

Price

LiberiaNew York

LIR - JFK

LIRJFK

Liberia

Tue 1/13

1:21 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop22h 39m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 2/8

8:25 pm-12:37 pm

2 stops17h 12m

$233

LiberiaNew York

LIR - JFK

LIRJFK

Liberia

Thu 12/25

4:50 pm-10:54 pm

Nonstop5h 04m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 1/1

10:56 am-3:26 pm

Nonstop5h 30m

$252

ManaguaNew York

MGA - JFK

MGAJFK

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Mon 2/2

1:34 pm-10:31 am

2 stops19h 57m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 2/7

2:59 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop7h 16m

$252

ManaguaNew York

MGA - JFK

MGAJFK

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Thu 1/15

1:34 pm-10:31 am

2 stops19h 57m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 2/3

8:00 pm-12:34 pm

2 stops17h 34m

$252

ManaguaNew York

MGA - JFK

MGAJFK

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Thu 1/29

3:20 pm-4:20 am

1 stop12h 00m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 2/1

1:50 am-10:45 am

1 stop9h 55m

$262

San Pedro SulaNew York

SAP - JFK

SAPJFK

San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda

Sat 11/22

11:51 pm-5:30 am

Nonstop4h 39m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 11/24

7:01 pm-10:41 pm

Nonstop4h 40m

$263

San Pedro SulaNew York

SAP - JFK

SAPJFK

San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda

Thu 12/4

11:51 pm-5:30 am

Nonstop4h 39m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 12/7

6:59 pm-10:39 pm

Nonstop4h 40m

$263

San Pedro SulaNew York

SAP - JFK

SAPJFK

San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda

Thu 12/4

11:51 pm-5:30 am

Nonstop4h 39m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 12/8

7:00 pm-10:40 pm

Nonstop4h 40m

$263

San Pedro SulaNew York

SAP - JFK

SAPJFK

San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda

Fri 11/21

11:51 pm-5:30 am

Nonstop4h 39m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 11/24

7:01 pm-10:41 pm

Nonstop4h 40m

$263

San Pedro SulaNew York

SAP - JFK

SAPJFK

San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda

Sun 2/15

11:59 pm-5:28 am

Nonstop4h 29m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 2/28

6:30 pm-10:47 pm

Nonstop5h 17m

$263

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Central America to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Central America to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Central America to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (average of $86). Flying from Central America to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in November is currently the most expensive (average of $166). 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 CA to JFK?

Find hourly flight availability from Central America to John F Kennedy Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 11, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Central America to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 18% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Central America to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Central America to John F Kennedy Intl. Price data was last updated on November 2, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Central America to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Friday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Central America to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Central America to John F Kennedy Intl. 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 November 11, 2025.

The most flights from 0CA to JFK 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 John F Kennedy Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to John F Kennedy Intl. 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 John F Kennedy Intl. Reviews last updated November 11, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Copa Airlines, Volaris El Salvador, and American Airlines from Central America to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,562 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,562 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,562 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip
Volaris El Salvador
7.4
Good
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,562 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,046 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,562 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,907 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,562 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip
Avianca
6.6
Okay
2,473 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,562 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip

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  • How long is the flight from Central America to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    A quick flight from Central America to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport can take about 5h 04m. American Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $252. Airlines will cover a distance of 2195 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Central America to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Delta, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $131. However, be on the lookout for offers from JetBlue and Avianca, as they are both options that can get you from Central America to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Central America to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Most travelers choose San José Juan Santamaria Intl - New York John F Kennedy Intl, Guatemala City La Aurora - New York John F Kennedy Intl or Panama City Tocumen Intl - New York John F Kennedy Intl when deciding on the best route from Central America to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Central America to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    While on average a flight from Central America to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is generally $247, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $138. When looking at the most popular route, (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - New York John F Kennedy Intl), you can expect to pay $174 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Central America to John F Kennedy Intl that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Central America to John F Kennedy Intl flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Central America to John F Kennedy Intl.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Central America to John F Kennedy Intl?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Central America to John F Kennedy Intl 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 Central America to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Central America to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (average of $86). Flying from Central America to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in November is currently the most expensive (average of $166). 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 7 airlines flying from Central America to John F Kennedy Intl

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Central America to John F Kennedy Intl. 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 November 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VolarisCheapest$114Average$240FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$127Average$286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$131Average$470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$141Average$449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$154Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$165Average$410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$179Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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