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$113+ Cheap flights from Central America to Tampa (TPA)

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 2/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — TPA
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Central America to Tampa

Cheapest flights from Central America to Tampa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Central America to Tampa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

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Fri 12/263:52 pmSAL - TPA
1 stop14h 44mSpirit Airlines
Wed 1/78:31 amTPA - SAL
1 stop7h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/16$231
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Mon 12/291:31 pmSJO - TPA
1 stop5h 37mSpirit Airlines
Fri 1/98:38 amTPA - SJO
1 stop4h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/17$248
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Fri 12/193:52 pmSAL - TPA
1 stop14h 44mSpirit Airlines
Mon 1/58:31 amTPA - SAL
1 stop7h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/17$250
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/253:52 pmSAL - TPA
1 stop14h 44mSpirit Airlines
Wed 12/318:31 amTPA - SAL
1 stop7h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/16$255
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Thu 12/253:52 pmSAL - TPA
1 stop14h 44mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/82:39 pmTPA - SAL
1 stop28h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$263
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/291:31 pmSJO - TPA
1 stop5h 37mSpirit Airlines
Wed 1/149:47 pmTPA - SJO
1 stop15h 35mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/16$274
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/261:31 pmSJO - TPA
1 stop5h 37mSpirit Airlines
Sat 1/109:47 pmTPA - SJO
1 stop15h 35mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/18$279
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 12/261:31 pmSJO - TPA
1 stop5h 37mSpirit Airlines
Mon 1/268:38 amTPA - SJO
1 stop4h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/18$280
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Fri 12/263:52 pmSAL - TPA
1 stop14h 44mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/2910:53 amTPA - SAL
1 stop4h 54mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/16$283
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Thu 12/253:52 pmSAL - TPA
1 stop14h 44mSpirit Airlines
Thu 1/89:47 pmTPA - SAL
2 stops37h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/17$286
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/263:52 pmSAL - TPA
1 stop14h 44mSpirit Airlines
Wed 12/318:31 amTPA - SAL
1 stop7h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/16$292
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/2312:35 pmSJO - TPA
1 stop8h 13mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/307:00 amTPA - SJO
1 stop16h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$292

Find flight deals from Central America to Tampa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Central America to Tampa flight deals. Data was last updated December 18, 2025.

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$206
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$113
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$419

Good round-trip deal

$569 or less

Good one-way deal

$668 or less
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Central America to Tampa 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 December 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Central America to Tampa that are best for you.

Fly from

Central America

Fly to

Tampa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San SalvadorTampa

SAL - TPA

SALTPA

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 1/27

4:02 pm-8:20 am

1 stop15h 18m

Tampa

Sun 2/1

8:38 am-2:52 pm

1 stop7h 14m

$206

Guatemala CityTampa

GUA - TPA

GUATPA

Guatemala City La Aurora

Wed 2/4

1:28 pm-8:49 pm

1 stop6h 21m

Tampa

Mon 2/9

8:30 am-12:53 pm

1 stop5h 23m

$233

San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/6

1:30 pm-5:33 pm

1 stop27h 03m

Tampa

Fri 2/20

8:27 am-12:22 pm

1 stop4h 55m

$234

San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/21

5:47 am-11:05 pm

1 stop15h 18m

Tampa

Mon 5/25

5:23 am-9:06 am

1 stop5h 43m

$243

San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/1

11:02 am-11:05 pm

1 stop10h 03m

Tampa

Sat 5/9

5:23 am-10:00 am

1 stop6h 37m

$243

San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/21

5:47 am-11:05 pm

1 stop15h 18m

Tampa

Thu 5/28

5:23 am-1:53 pm

1 stop10h 30m

$243

San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/10

4:09 am-12:36 pm

1 stop7h 27m

Tampa

Sun 2/22

4:51 am-10:00 am

1 stop6h 09m

$243

San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 1/8

2:05 pm-9:36 pm

1 stop6h 31m

Tampa

Thu 1/15

8:30 am-1:00 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$246

San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 1/23

6:30 am-10:35 am

1 stop27h 05m

Tampa

Tue 1/27

11:41 am-6:16 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$246

San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 1/22

6:30 am-10:19 pm

1 stop14h 49m

Tampa

Tue 1/27

9:20 am-8:39 pm

1 stop12h 19m

$246

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Best time to book a flight from Central America to Tampa

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Central America to Tampa

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Central America to Tampa?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Central America to Tampa (average of $65). Flying from Central America to Tampa in May is currently the most expensive (average of $130). 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 TPA?

Find hourly flight availability from Central America to Tampa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 18, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Central America to Tampa in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 19% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Central America to Tampa?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Central America to Tampa flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Tampa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Tampa. 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 Tampa. Reviews last updated December 18, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Copa Airlines, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Central America to Tampa 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
1,556 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

MEX - PTY

never better, had a very plesent trip to panama, cant say the same thing of my trip, from panama to santa cruz... it was very poor, unconftrable and boring
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,556 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,556 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

MEX - PTY

never better, had a very plesent trip to panama, cant say the same thing of my trip, from panama to santa cruz... it was very poor, unconftrable and boring
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,093 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,556 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

MEX - PTY

never better, had a very plesent trip to panama, cant say the same thing of my trip, from panama to santa cruz... it was very poor, unconftrable and boring
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,055 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,556 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

MEX - PTY

never better, had a very plesent trip to panama, cant say the same thing of my trip, from panama to santa cruz... it was very poor, unconftrable and boring
Avianca
6.6
Okay
2,490 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,556 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

MEX - PTY

never better, had a very plesent trip to panama, cant say the same thing of my trip, from panama to santa cruz... it was very poor, unconftrable and boring
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,190 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,556 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

MEX - PTY

never better, had a very plesent trip to panama, cant say the same thing of my trip, from panama to santa cruz... it was very poor, unconftrable and boring

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Central America to Tampa. 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 into for flights to Tampa from Central America?

    Located just 4.9 mi from the city center, Tampa (TPA) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Tampa from Central America.

  • How long is the flight from Central America to Tampa?

    A quick flight from Central America to Tampa can take about 9h 52m. Spirit Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $254. The distance between Central America and Tampa is about 1057 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $109. United Airlines flights start at $134 while deals on Copa Airlines start at $136 one-way.

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

    The most popular flight routes from Central America to Tampa are San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Tampa, Panama City Tocumen Intl - Tampa and San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda - Tampa.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Central America to Tampa?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Central America to Tampa 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 Tampa?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Central America to Tampa (average of $65). Flying from Central America to Tampa in May is currently the most expensive (average of $130). 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 Central America to Tampa

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Central America to Tampa. 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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$107Average$400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$144Average$290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$150Average$424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$160Average$309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$253Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
American AirlinesCheapest$270Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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