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$130+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Central America

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LAX — SJO
Jan 11 — Jan 181
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Los Angeles (LAX) to Central America (0CA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 6, 2025.

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One-way from

$130
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Mon 9/111:06 pmLAX - GUA
Nonstop4h 51mVolaris Costa Rica
Mon 9/295:15 pmGUA - LAX
Nonstop4h 56mVolaris Costa Rica
Deal found 1/6$208
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Sat 5/1712:47 amLAX - SAL
Nonstop5h 02mVolaris El Salvador
Thu 5/297:00 amSAL - LAX
Nonstop5h 12mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 1/5$222
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Mon 3/1011:07 pmLAX - GUA
Nonstop4h 51mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/21:44 pmGUA - LAX
1 stop22h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/6$240
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Mon 5/512:47 amLAX - SAL
Nonstop5h 02mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/116:50 amSAL - LAX
1 stop15h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/6$241
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Wed 2/195:14 pmLAX - GUA
Nonstop4h 45mAlaska Airlines
Tue 2/252:08 amGUA - LAX
Nonstop5h 52mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/5$250
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Sun 1/261:55 pmLAX - GUA
Nonstop4h 30mAvianca
Fri 2/78:55 amGUA - LAX
Nonstop5h 35mAvianca
Deal found 1/6$253
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Thu 2/2012:24 amLAX - SJO
1 stop11h 33mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/911:15 amSJO - LAX
1 stop12h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/5$273
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Thu 2/202:10 pmLAX - SJO
2 stops20h 10mSpirit Airlines
Tue 3/41:25 pmSJO - LAX
2 stops19h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/6$287
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Thu 3/1312:47 amLAX - SJO
1 stop8h 29mVolaris El Salvador
Fri 3/2111:15 amSJO - LAX
1 stop12h 41mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 1/5$291
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Wed 1/2211:04 pmLAX - GUA
Nonstop4h 44mUnited Airlines
Sat 2/12:40 amGUA - LAX
Nonstop5h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/6$299
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Thu 2/2012:03 pmLAX - GUA
1 stop17h 36mVolaris El Salvador
Mon 2/241:44 pmGUA - LAX
1 stop22h 49mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 1/5$301
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Tue 2/411:59 pmLAX - GUA
1 stop20h 50mAmerican Airlines
Mon 2/104:09 pmGUA - LAX
1 stop18h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/5$302

Find flights from Los Angeles to Central America within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Los Angeles 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 January 6, 2025.

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Los AngelesGuatemala City

LAX - GUA

LAXGUA

Los Angeles

Mon 5/19

11:06 pm-4:57 am

Nonstop4h 51m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Thu 6/5

5:15 pm-9:11 pm

Nonstop4h 56m

$213

Los AngelesSan Salvador

LAX - SAL

LAXSAL

Los Angeles

Sat 5/17

12:47 am-6:49 am

Nonstop5h 02m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 5/29

7:00 am-11:12 am

Nonstop5h 12m

$222

Los AngelesGuatemala City

LAX - GUA

LAXGUA

Los Angeles

Mon 3/10

11:07 pm-4:58 am

Nonstop4h 51m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Wed 4/2

1:44 pm-11:12 am

1 stop22h 28m

$240

Los AngelesSan Salvador

LAX - SAL

LAXSAL

Los Angeles

Tue 5/6

12:47 am-6:49 am

Nonstop5h 02m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 5/11

6:50 am-9:11 pm

1 stop15h 21m

$249

Los AngelesGuatemala City

LAX - GUA

LAXGUA

Los Angeles

Wed 2/19

5:14 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop4h 45m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Tue 2/25

2:08 am-6:00 am

Nonstop5h 52m

$250

Los AngelesGuatemala City

LAX - GUA

LAXGUA

Los Angeles

Sun 1/26

1:55 pm-8:25 pm

Nonstop4h 30m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Fri 2/7

8:55 am-12:30 pm

Nonstop5h 35m

$253

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Thu 2/20

12:24 am-1:57 pm

1 stop11h 33m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 3/9

11:15 am-10:56 pm

1 stop12h 41m

$273

Los AngelesGuatemala City

LAX - GUA

LAXGUA

Los Angeles

Tue 2/25

11:59 pm-12:24 pm

2 stops10h 25m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Wed 3/5

1:45 am-2:06 pm

1 stop14h 21m

$280

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Thu 2/20

2:10 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops20h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/4

1:25 pm-7:03 am

2 stops19h 38m

$287

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Thu 3/13

12:47 am-10:16 am

1 stop8h 29m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 3/21

11:15 am-10:56 pm

1 stop12h 41m

$291

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Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Central America

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Travel insights for flights from Los Angeles to Central America

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Central America (average of $398). Flying from Los Angeles 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 LAX to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles 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 January 6, 2025.

When flying from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Central America

Explore weekly flight availability from Los Angeles 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 January 6, 2025.

The most flights from LAX to 0CA are scheduled on a Sunday (7 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 January 6, 2025.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,663 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,663 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,663 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,513 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,663 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,617 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,663 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Copa Airlines
7.7
Good
1,657 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,663 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Los Angeles to Central America. 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 from for flights from Los Angeles to Central America?

    Los Angeles (LAX) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Los Angeles to Central America. It is only a 9.4 mi journey to Los Angeles (LAX) from Los Angeles’s city center.

  • How popular is this Los Angeles to Central America flight route?

    Flights from Los Angeles to Central America have been viewed 51 times in the past calendar month.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Volaris El Salvador. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $130. Users have also found prices from $132 and $135 on Avianca and United Airlines, respectively.

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

    Most travelers choose Los Angeles - San Salvador El Salvador Intl, Los Angeles - San José Juan Santamaria Intl or Los Angeles - Guatemala City La Aurora when deciding on the best route from Los Angeles to Central America.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Los Angeles to Central America?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Los Angeles to Central America on time: KLM (85%), Delta (85%), Air France (76%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Central America?

    The cheapest flight price from Los Angeles to Central America is $179. On average you can expect to pay $1,058. The most popular route, (Los Angeles - San Salvador El Salvador Intl), can usually be booked for $201.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Central America?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Central America (average of $398). Flying from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Central America

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Los Angeles 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 January 6, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VolarisCheapest$41Average$312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$88Average$486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$91Average$609FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$106Average$518FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$107Average$319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$126Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$141Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$143Average$489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
AviancaCheapest$159Average$430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$594FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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