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$143+ Cheap flights from Central America to California

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SJO — LAX
févr. 25 — mars 41
mar. 2/25
mar. 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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$143
(United Airlines)

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Central America to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on février 20, 2025.

This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
lun. 9/155:11 pmGUA - LAX
Nonstop5h 03mVolaris Costa Rica
sam. 9/2710:44 pmLAX - GUA
Nonstop4h 44mVolaris Costa Rica
Deal found 2/20$210
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
sam. 3/87:00 amGUA - ONT
1 stop16h 59mUnited Airlines
mer. 3/126:00 amONT - GUA
1 stop15h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$222
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
lun. 3/1712:50 amSJO - LAX
2 stops23h 10mSpirit Airlines
mar. 3/251:24 pmLAX - SJO
2 stops20h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$227
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
ven. 8/225:44 pmSAL - LAX
Nonstop5h 09mVolaris El Salvador
dim. 8/3111:47 pmLAX - SAL
Nonstop5h 05mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 2/19$236
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ven. 2/281:44 pmGUA - LAX
1 stop10h 33mMultiple Airlines
mar. 3/43:50 pmLAX - GUA
2 stops17h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$256
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 5/2611:15 amSJO - LAX
1 stop24h 45mVolaris El Salvador
mar. 6/311:47 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop11h 35mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 2/20$270
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mer. 3/191:08 pmSJO - LAX
1 stop23h 02mMultiple Airlines
mar. 3/251:24 pmLAX - SJO
2 stops20h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$272
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
mar. 3/1812:56 amGUA - LAX
1 stop10h 02mSpirit Airlines
mar. 4/14:29 pmLAX - GUA
1 stop18h 17mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$273
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mer. 3/126:00 amGUA - LAX
1 stop18h 49mUnited Airlines
dim. 3/1611:04 pmLAX - GUA
Nonstop4h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$278
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mar. 8/265:44 pmSAL - LAX
Nonstop5h 09mMultiple Airlines
mer. 9/1012:30 amLAX - SAL
Nonstop5h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$286
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
jeu. 3/61:45 amGUA - LAX
1 stop9h 03mAmerican Airlines
lun. 3/176:00 amLAX - GUA
1 stop15h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$292
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lun. 3/317:53 amGUA - LAS
1 stop7h 45mMultiple Airlines
sam. 4/55:10 amLAS - GUA
2 stops17h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$293

Find flights from Central America to California within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Central America to California 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 février 20, 2025.

Fly from

Central America

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Guatemala CityLos Angeles

GUA - LAX

GUALAX

Guatemala City La Aurora

ven. 5/9

5:13 pm-9:34 pm

Nonstop5h 21m

Los Angeles

dim. 5/11

11:04 pm-4:41 am

Nonstop4h 37m

$212

Guatemala CityOntario

GUA - ONT

GUAONT

Guatemala City La Aurora

sam. 3/8

7:00 am-9:59 pm

1 stop16h 59m

Ontario

mer. 3/12

6:00 am-10:14 pm

1 stop15h 14m

$222

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 3/25

12:50 am-8:57 pm

2 stops21h 07m

Los Angeles

mar. 4/1

5:35 am-11:50 pm

2 stops17h 15m

$239

San SalvadorLos Angeles

SAL - LAX

SALLAX

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

jeu. 5/8

6:40 am-11:10 am

Nonstop5h 30m

Los Angeles

dim. 5/11

11:49 pm-5:38 am

Nonstop4h 49m

$253

Guatemala CityLos Angeles

GUA - LAX

GUALAX

Guatemala City La Aurora

ven. 4/25

1:59 pm-10:14 pm

1 stop9h 15m

Los Angeles

lun. 4/28

11:04 pm-4:41 am

Nonstop4h 37m

$259

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 5/26

11:15 am-11:00 am

1 stop24h 45m

Los Angeles

mar. 6/3

11:47 pm-12:22 pm

1 stop11h 35m

$270

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 3/17

11:15 am-11:10 am

1 stop24h 55m

Los Angeles

mar. 3/25

1:24 pm-10:25 am

2 stops20h 01m

$272

Guatemala CityLos Angeles

GUA - LAX

GUALAX

Guatemala City La Aurora

mar. 3/18

12:56 am-9:58 am

1 stop10h 02m

Los Angeles

mar. 4/1

4:29 pm-11:46 am

1 stop18h 17m

$273

Guatemala CityLos Angeles

GUA - LAX

GUALAX

Guatemala City La Aurora

mer. 3/12

6:00 am-11:49 pm

1 stop18h 49m

Los Angeles

dim. 3/16

11:04 pm-4:48 am

Nonstop4h 44m

$278

San SalvadorLos Angeles

SAL - LAX

SALLAX

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

ven. 5/9

6:52 am-9:34 pm

1 stop15h 42m

Los Angeles

mar. 5/20

12:40 pm-6:29 pm

Nonstop4h 49m

$289

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Travel insights for flights from Central America to California

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Central America to California including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Central America to California (average of $246). Flying from Central America to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Central America to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated février 20, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Central America to California

Explore weekly flight availability from Central America to California. 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 février 20, 2025.

The most flights from 0CA to USCA are scheduled on a Thursday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated février 20, 2025.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,692 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Central America to California are United Airlines ($143), Spirit Airlines ($165), and Volaris Costa Rica ($166).

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Central America to California (average of $246). Flying from Central America to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 10 airlines flying from Central America to California

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Central America to California. 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 février 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VolarisCheapest$16Average$305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$103Average$285FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$113Average$495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$116Average$621FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
AviancaCheapest$117Average$477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$118Average$286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$126Average$428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$159Average$582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$170Average$551FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$178Average$524FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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