Central America

$96+ Cheap flights from John F Kennedy Intl, NY (JFK) to Central America

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JFK — SJO
Mar 4 — Mar 111
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Round-trip from

$215
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One-way from

$96
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This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. 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.
Sat 5/172:10 amJFK - SAL
Nonstop4h 57mVolaris El Salvador
Sat 5/245:17 pmSAL - JFK
Nonstop4h 50mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 2/26$215
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/276:45 amJFK - SAL
Nonstop5h 05mAvianca
Thu 4/310:55 pmSAL - JFK
Nonstop4h 40mAvianca
Deal found 2/26$219
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/108:30 pmJFK - SAL
1 stop17h 39mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/201:12 pmSAL - JFK
1 stop7h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/26$224
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Fri 3/286:45 amJFK - SAL
Nonstop5h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/85:17 pmSAL - JFK
Nonstop4h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/26$231
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Sun 3/95:30 amJFK - GUA
1 stop10h 26mAmerican Airlines
Wed 3/193:15 pmGUA - JFK
1 stop7h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/26$264
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Wed 3/266:45 amJFK - GUA
1 stop13h 50mAvianca
Wed 4/27:35 pmGUA - JFK
Nonstop4h 40mAvianca
Deal found 2/27$265
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Wed 4/26:23 pmJFK - GUA
Nonstop5h 18mJetBlue
Fri 4/411:53 pmGUA - JFK
Nonstop4h 44mJetBlue
Deal found 2/27$273
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Tue 9/26:00 amJFK - SAL
1 stop8h 15mDelta
Tue 9/91:34 pmSAL - JFK
1 stop9h 33mDelta
Deal found 2/27$277
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Sun 6/12:17 amJFK - GUA
1 stop22h 29mCopa Airlines
Fri 6/65:39 amGUA - JFK
2 stops20h 17mCopa Airlines
Deal found 2/27$285
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Thu 6/52:10 amJFK - SJO
1 stop10h 04mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/108:00 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop7h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/27$291
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Mon 5/56:00 amJFK - SJO
1 stop7h 55mDelta
Tue 5/131:24 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop9h 34mDelta
Deal found 2/27$294
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Tue 4/13:32 pmJFK - SJO
1 stop8h 22mCopa Airlines
Tue 4/84:10 amSJO - JFK
1 stop7h 40mCopa Airlines
Deal found 2/27$295

Find flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Central America within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from John F Kennedy Intl 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 February 27, 2025.

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John F Kennedy Intl

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New YorkSan Salvador

JFK - SAL

JFKSAL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 5/17

2:10 am-5:07 am

Nonstop4h 57m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 5/24

5:17 pm-12:07 am

Nonstop4h 50m

$215

New YorkSan Salvador

JFK - SAL

JFKSAL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 3/27

6:45 am-9:50 am

Nonstop5h 05m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 4/3

10:55 pm-5:35 am

Nonstop4h 40m

$219

New YorkSan Salvador

JFK - SAL

JFKSAL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 5/10

5:25 am-12:09 pm

1 stop8h 44m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 5/24

1:12 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop7h 48m

$224

New YorkSan Salvador

JFK - SAL

JFKSAL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 3/28

6:45 am-9:50 am

Nonstop5h 05m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 4/8

5:17 pm-12:07 am

Nonstop4h 50m

$231

New YorkGuatemala City

JFK - GUA

JFKGUA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 3/9

8:00 am-1:56 pm

1 stop7h 56m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Tue 3/18

12:45 am-9:29 pm

1 stop18h 44m

$264

New YorkGuatemala City

JFK - GUA

JFKGUA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 3/26

6:45 am-6:35 pm

1 stop13h 50m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Wed 4/2

7:35 pm-2:15 am

Nonstop4h 40m

$265

New YorkGuatemala City

JFK - GUA

JFKGUA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 4/2

6:23 pm-9:41 pm

Nonstop5h 18m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Fri 4/4

11:53 pm-6:37 am

Nonstop4h 44m

$273

New YorkGuatemala City

JFK - GUA

JFKGUA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 6/1

2:17 am-11:35 am

1 stop11h 18m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Fri 6/6

4:23 am-3:56 am

1 stop21h 33m

$285

New YorkSan José

JFK - SJO

JFKSJO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 6/5

2:10 am-10:14 am

1 stop10h 04m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 6/10

8:00 pm-5:35 am

1 stop7h 35m

$291

New YorkSan José

JFK - SJO

JFKSJO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 5/5

6:00 am-11:55 am

1 stop7h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/13

1:24 pm-12:58 am

1 stop9h 34m

$294

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Travel insights for flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Central America

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Central America (average of $398). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl 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 JFK to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from John F Kennedy Intl 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 February 27, 2025.

When flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl 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.

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

Explore weekly flight availability from John F Kennedy Intl 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 February 27, 2025.

The most flights from JFK to 0CA are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 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 February 27, 2025.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Volaris El Salvador, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $96. American Airlines flights start at $97 while deals on Avianca start at $106 one-way.

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

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

    On average you can expect to pay $364 for a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Central America. The cheapest flight overall is $141 while the most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl) is currently priced at $267.

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Central America (average of $398). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl 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 10 airlines flying from John F Kennedy Intl to Central America

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VolarisCheapest$129Average$324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
DeltaCheapest$130Average$563FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$131Average$463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$134Average$265FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$176Average$487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$186Average$987FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$198Average$479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$238Average$550FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$274Average$585FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$287Average$351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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