Central America

$104+ Cheap flights from California to Central America

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LAX — SJO
Nov 25 — Dec 21
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This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/2512:24 amLAX - SJO
1 stop11h 33mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/2911:15 amSJO - LAX
1 stop25h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$284
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Sat 11/3010:44 pmLAX - SJO
Nonstop5h 41mVolaris El Salvador
Sun 12/811:15 amSJO - LAX
1 stop13h 02mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 11/20$316
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/314:49 pmLAX - GUA
Nonstop4h 41mMultiple Airlines
Fri 2/285:16 pmGUA - LAX
Nonstop5h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/18$323
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Tue 12/315:55 amLAX - SAL
1 stop9h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/316:50 amSAL - LAX
1 stop15h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$326
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Thu 11/2812:03 pmLAX - GUA
1 stop17h 36mVolaris
Sun 12/155:16 pmGUA - LAX
Nonstop5h 21mVolaris
Deal found 11/19$331
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Tue 12/314:49 pmLAX - GUA
Nonstop4h 41mAlaska Airlines
Fri 1/3111:23 amGUA - LAX
Nonstop5h 47mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/20$340
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Tue 12/310:41 amLAX - SJO
2 stops23h 38mSpirit Airlines
Wed 1/291:57 amSJO - LAX
2 stops17h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/19$350
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/1010:50 amLAX - LIR
Nonstop5h 34mAlaska Airlines
Sun 12/157:34 pmLIR - LAX
Nonstop6h 10mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/19$354
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Wed 12/115:20 pmLAX - LIR
1 stop17h 48mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/188:50 amLIR - LAX
1 stop11h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/19$359
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/3010:44 pmLAX - SJO
Nonstop5h 41mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/68:45 amSJO - LAX
1 stop17h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/19$361
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Fri 12/65:30 amLAX - GUA
2 stops29h 12mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/93:18 pmGUA - LAX
2 stops19h 56mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/20$366
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Wed 11/2712:54 amLAX - SJO
1 stop11h 46mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/93:35 pmSJO - LAX
1 stop20h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/20$370

Find flights from California to Central America within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from California 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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LAX - GUA

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Los Angeles

Wed 1/29

10:07 pm-4:41 am

Nonstop4h 34m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sat 2/8

5:16 pm-8:37 pm

Nonstop5h 21m

$219

Los AngelesGuatemala City

LAX - GUA

LAXGUA

Los Angeles

Sat 2/1

10:07 pm-4:41 am

Nonstop4h 34m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Wed 2/5

1:44 pm-10:17 pm

1 stop10h 33m

$222

Los AngelesGuatemala City

LAX - GUA

LAXGUA

Los Angeles

Mon 1/20

10:07 pm-4:41 am

Nonstop4h 34m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Mon 2/3

5:16 pm-8:37 pm

Nonstop5h 21m

$223

Los AngelesGuatemala City

LAX - GUA

LAXGUA

Los Angeles

Thu 5/8

12:40 am-6:25 pm

2 stops16h 45m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Mon 5/12

9:10 am-1:25 pm

Nonstop5h 15m

$224

Los AngelesSan Salvador

LAX - SAL

LAXSAL

Los Angeles

Tue 1/28

12:03 pm-6:52 pm

Nonstop4h 49m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 2/2

6:50 am-8:37 pm

1 stop15h 47m

$225

Los AngelesSan Salvador

LAX - SAL

LAXSAL

Los Angeles

Thu 2/20

12:03 pm-6:52 pm

Nonstop4h 49m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 3/3

6:44 pm-10:17 pm

Nonstop5h 33m

$226

Los AngelesSan Salvador

LAX - SAL

LAXSAL

Los Angeles

Thu 1/23

12:03 pm-6:52 pm

Nonstop4h 49m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 2/3

6:50 am-8:37 pm

1 stop15h 47m

$227

Los AngelesGuatemala City

LAX - GUA

LAXGUA

Los Angeles

Thu 2/20

12:03 pm-7:39 am

1 stop17h 36m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sun 3/2

1:44 pm-10:17 pm

1 stop10h 33m

$255

Los AngelesGuatemala City

LAX - GUA

LAXGUA

Los Angeles

Thu 1/23

11:39 pm-6:23 am

Nonstop4h 44m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sun 2/9

11:23 am-3:10 pm

Nonstop5h 47m

$260

Los AngelesGuatemala City

LAX - GUA

LAXGUA

Los Angeles

Thu 2/6

11:04 pm-5:48 am

Nonstop4h 44m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Wed 2/12

2:40 am-6:04 am

Nonstop5h 24m

$271

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Best time to book a flight from California to Central America

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Travel insights for flights from California to Central America

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Central America (average of $398). Flying from California to Central America in July is currently the most expensive (average of $532). 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 California to Central America. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from California to Central America

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Central America. 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 20, 2024.

The most flights from USCA to 0CA are scheduled on a Wednesday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in Central America by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Central America ranges from 0.0 - 13.0 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 13.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Central America when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Central America by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Central America, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 73.4 F).

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 November 20, 2024.
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5,014 reviews

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8.1

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8.1

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8.2

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8.7

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My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

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5,014 reviews
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5,014 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

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8.1

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8.1

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7.2

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8.2

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8.7

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1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

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8,756 reviews
8.1
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5,014 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

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7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

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1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

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9,461 reviews
8.1
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5,014 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

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7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

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1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

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1,785 reviews
8.1
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5,014 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

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8.7

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1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Related info for your journey

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  • How popular is this California to Central America flight route?

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

    $104 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from United Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Spirit Airlines, with prices starting from $112 and $128, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Central America (average of $398). Flying from California to Central America in July is currently the most expensive (average of $532). 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 California to Central America

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VolarisCheapest$40Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
United AirlinesCheapest$73Average$677FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$88Average$491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$106Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$106Average$627FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$107Average$583FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$129Average$327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$131Average$471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$145Average$428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$184Average$632FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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