Central America

$109+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Central America

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LAX — SJO
mar. 31 — abr. 71
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Cheap flight deals from Los Angeles to Central America

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Los Angeles to Central America flight deals. Data was last updated marzo 26, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$182
(eDestinos)

One-way from

$109
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$355

Good round-trip deal

$253 or less

Good one-way deal

$133 or less
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From Los Angeles to Central America
One-way flight from Los Angeles to Central America
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 22% potential increase in price ($102 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease ($25 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
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This eDestinos 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 4/3011:04 pmLAX - GUA
Nonstop4h 37mVolaris Costa Rica
lun. 5/125:13 pmGUA - LAX
Nonstop5h 21mVolaris Costa Rica
Deal found 3/25$182
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dom. 4/2711:04 pmLAX - GUA
Nonstop4h 37mMultiple Airlines
mié. 5/71:59 pmGUA - LAX
1 stop22h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25$218
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mar. 5/612:35 pmLAX - SAL
Nonstop4h 49mVolaris El Salvador
sáb. 5/246:30 amSAL - LAX
Nonstop5h 30mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 3/25$238
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lun. 5/1211:04 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop7h 24mVolaris Costa Rica
jue. 5/225:30 amSJO - LAX
1 stop17h 04mVolaris Costa Rica
Deal found 3/25$270
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jue. 5/812:35 pmLAX - GUA
1 stop18h 06mVolaris El Salvador
vie. 5/91:59 pmGUA - LAX
1 stop22h 01mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 3/25$271
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lun. 5/511:49 pmLAX - SAL
Nonstop4h 49mMultiple Airlines
vie. 5/166:52 amSAL - LAX
1 stop15h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/24$274
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sáb. 5/174:34 pmLAX - GUA
Nonstop4h 48mAlaska Airlines
vie. 5/231:32 amGUA - LAX
Nonstop5h 28mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/25$285
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mié. 4/3010:04 amLAX - SJO
2 stops12h 46mSpirit Airlines
mar. 5/612:23 pmSJO - LAX
2 stops23h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/25$286
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mar. 5/610:59 pmLAX - GUA
Nonstop4h 49mUnited Airlines
mar. 5/272:30 amGUA - LAX
Nonstop5h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/25$289
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mar. 5/1311:49 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop11h 33mVolaris El Salvador
lun. 5/1911:15 amSJO - LAX
1 stop24h 45mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 3/25$291
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mié. 5/72:50 pmLAX - GUA
Nonstop4h 45mAvianca
mié. 5/216:10 amGUA - LAX
2 stops17h 20mAvianca
Deal found 3/25$292
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vie. 5/91:20 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop8h 55mMultiple Airlines
vie. 5/165:30 amSJO - LAX
1 stop17h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25$301

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Los Angeles to Central America that are best for you.

Fly from

Los Angeles

Fly to

Central America

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesGuatemala City

LAX - GUA

LAXGUA

Los Angeles

mié. 4/30

11:04 pm-4:41 am

Nonstop4h 37m

Guatemala City La Aurora

lun. 5/12

5:13 pm-9:34 pm

Nonstop5h 21m

$182

Los AngelesGuatemala City

LAX - GUA

LAXGUA

Los Angeles

dom. 4/27

11:04 pm-4:41 am

Nonstop4h 37m

Guatemala City La Aurora

mié. 5/7

1:59 pm-11:00 am

1 stop22h 01m

$218

Los AngelesSan Salvador

LAX - SAL

LAXSAL

Los Angeles

mar. 5/6

12:35 pm-6:24 pm

Nonstop4h 49m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

sáb. 5/24

6:30 am-11:00 am

Nonstop5h 30m

$238

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

lun. 5/12

11:04 pm-7:28 am

1 stop7h 24m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 5/22

5:30 am-9:34 pm

1 stop17h 04m

$270

Los AngelesGuatemala City

LAX - GUA

LAXGUA

Los Angeles

jue. 5/8

12:35 pm-7:41 am

1 stop18h 06m

Guatemala City La Aurora

vie. 5/9

1:59 pm-11:00 am

1 stop22h 01m

$271

Los AngelesSan Salvador

LAX - SAL

LAXSAL

Los Angeles

lun. 5/5

11:49 pm-5:38 am

Nonstop4h 49m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

vie. 5/16

6:52 am-9:34 pm

1 stop15h 42m

$274

Los AngelesGuatemala City

LAX - GUA

LAXGUA

Los Angeles

sáb. 5/17

4:34 pm-10:22 pm

Nonstop4h 48m

Guatemala City La Aurora

vie. 5/23

1:32 am-6:00 am

Nonstop5h 28m

$285

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

mié. 4/30

10:04 am-11:50 pm

2 stops12h 46m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 5/6

12:23 pm-10:37 am

2 stops23h 14m

$286

Los AngelesGuatemala City

LAX - GUA

LAXGUA

Los Angeles

mar. 5/6

10:59 pm-4:48 am

Nonstop4h 49m

Guatemala City La Aurora

mar. 5/27

2:30 am-6:42 am

Nonstop5h 12m

$289

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

mar. 5/13

11:49 pm-12:22 pm

1 stop11h 33m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 5/19

11:15 am-11:00 am

1 stop24h 45m

$291

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

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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 marzo 26, 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 marzo 26, 2025.

The most flights from LAX to 0CA are scheduled on a Tuesday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 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 marzo 26, 2025.

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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?

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Volaris Costa Rica. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $109. Users have also found prices from $119 and $122 on Volaris El Salvador and Alaska Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes 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: United Airlines (100%), Delta (86%), KLM (86%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Los Angeles to Central America is $141. On average you can expect to pay $849. The most popular route, (Los Angeles - San Salvador El Salvador Intl), can usually be booked for $234.

  • 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 marzo 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VolarisCheapest$37Average$315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$112Average$315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$122Average$337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$131Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$142Average$561FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$151Average$604FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$152Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
AviancaCheapest$163Average$492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
American AirlinesCheapest$212Average$612FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$218Average$512FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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