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$92+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) 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 5/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — SJO
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
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Round-trip from

$224
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One-way from

$92
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Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$723
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Central America
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Central America. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sat 4/269:02 pmDTW - GUA
1 stop16h 32mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/1912:59 amGUA - DTW
1 stop8h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/27$224
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/155:00 amDTW - MGA
1 stop9h 29mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/291:24 pmMGA - DTW
1 stop17h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/26$279
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sat 5/32:59 pmDTW - SJO
1 stop10h 51mSpirit Airlines
Thu 5/812:28 pmSJO - DTW
1 stop9h 59mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/27$287
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Tue 5/135:10 amDTW - SJO
1 stop7h 17mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/2111:32 amSJO - DTW
1 stop22h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$289
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Sat 5/105:18 pmDTW - GUA
1 stop8h 36mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/251:44 pmGUA - DTW
2 stops32h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$290
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Tue 4/2212:41 pmDTW - MGA
2 stops26h 24mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/291:24 pmMGA - DTW
1 stop17h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$314
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Mon 4/285:00 amDTW - SAP
1 stop10h 00mSpirit Airlines
Fri 5/29:53 amSAP - DTW
2 stops24h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/27$314
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 5/15:21 pmDTW - BZE
2 stops19h 49mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/712:20 pmBZE - DTW
2 stops19h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$318
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Mon 10/610:14 amDTW - SAL
1 stop25h 19mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/2010:21 pmSAL - DTW
2 stops17h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$348
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Sat 4/129:02 pmDTW - SAP
1 stop29h 09mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/112:09 pmSAP - DTW
1 stop20h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$348
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/410:50 amDTW - LIR
1 stop28h 45mAir Canada
Wed 4/162:30 pmLIR - DTW
1 stop17h 33mAir Canada
Deal found 3/25$351
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Sun 6/86:00 amDTW - LIR
1 stop7h 53mUnited Airlines
Thu 6/1211:05 amLIR - DTW
1 stop10h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/26$405

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Central America that are best for you.

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Detroit

Fly to

Central America

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Depart

Return

Price

DetroitGuatemala City

DTW - GUA

DTWGUA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 4/26

9:02 pm-11:34 am

1 stop16h 32m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Mon 5/19

12:59 am-11:15 am

1 stop8h 16m

$224

DetroitManagua

DTW - MGA

DTWMGA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/15

5:00 am-12:29 pm

1 stop9h 29m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Tue 4/29

1:24 pm-8:57 am

1 stop17h 33m

$279

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 5/3

2:59 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop10h 51m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/8

12:28 pm-12:27 am

1 stop9h 59m

$287

DetroitGuatemala City

DTW - GUA

DTWGUA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 5/10

5:18 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop8h 36m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Wed 6/25

1:44 pm-12:18 am

2 stops32h 34m

$290

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/30

5:00 am-11:18 am

1 stop8h 18m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/5

6:07 pm-11:15 am

2 stops39h 08m

$295

DetroitManagua

DTW - MGA

DTWMGA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/22

12:41 pm-1:05 pm

2 stops26h 24m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Tue 4/29

1:24 pm-8:57 am

1 stop17h 33m

$314

DetroitSan Pedro Sula

DTW - SAP

DTWSAP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 4/28

5:00 am-1:00 pm

1 stop10h 00m

San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda

Fri 5/2

9:53 am-12:27 pm

2 stops24h 34m

$314

DetroitBelize City

DTW - BZE

DTWBZE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 5/1

5:21 pm-11:10 am

2 stops19h 49m

Belize City Philip S.W.Goldson

Wed 5/7

12:20 pm-9:52 am

2 stops19h 32m

$318

DetroitSan Pedro Sula

DTW - SAP

DTWSAP

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 4/12

9:02 pm-12:11 am

1 stop29h 09m

San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda

Sun 5/11

2:09 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop20h 06m

$348

DetroitSan Salvador

DTW - SAL

DTWSAL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 4/26

5:21 pm-8:52 pm

1 stop29h 31m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 4/30

6:40 am-9:08 am

2 stops24h 28m

$357

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Central America

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Central America

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Central America?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Central America (average of $398). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Central America in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 DTW to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit 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 March 28, 2025.

When flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Central America, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 March 28, 2025.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,798 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,395 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,603 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Detroit to Central America?

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW), located 17.3 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Detroit to Central America.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Central America one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $92. Users have also found prices from $109 and $112 on Delta and American Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Central America?

    While some choose either Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Belize City Philip S.W.Goldson or Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Liberia, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - San José Juan Santamaria Intl is the most popular route from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Central America.

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Central America?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Central America (average of $398). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Central America in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 Detroit to Central America

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Detroit 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 March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$212Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$295Average$901FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$299Average$740FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$312Average$828FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air CanadaCheapest$380Average$500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$512Average$649FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
SouthwestCheapest$529Average$740FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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