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$100+ Cheap flights from New York State to Central America

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JFK — SJO
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
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Cheapest flights from New York to Central America
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Central America. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/192:10 amJFK - SAL
Nonstop4h 47mVolaris El Salvador
Sat 6/215:17 pmSAL - JFK
Nonstop4h 50mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 2/20$210
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 3/229:00 amJFK - SAL
1 stop12h 05mAmerican Airlines
Fri 4/41:11 pmSAL - JFK
1 stop7h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$232
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/276:55 amJFK - SAL
Nonstop4h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/175:17 pmSAL - JFK
Nonstop4h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$243
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Tue 3/186:45 amJFK - SAL
Nonstop5h 05mAvianca
Thu 3/2710:55 pmSAL - JFK
Nonstop4h 30mAvianca
Deal found 2/20$260
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Wed 3/198:05 amJFK - GUA
1 stop16h 00mAmerican Airlines
Wed 3/266:50 amGUA - JFK
1 stop13h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$264
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/16:55 amJFK - GUA
1 stop13h 40mAvianca
Fri 5/97:35 pmGUA - JFK
Nonstop4h 40mAvianca
Deal found 2/18$265
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Sun 3/306:00 amLGA - SJO
1 stop7h 21mSpirit Airlines
Thu 4/312:26 pmSJO - LGA
1 stop9h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$292
This JetBlue Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 JetBlue Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/110:30 amJFK - GUA
Nonstop5h 10mJetBlue
Tue 9/3011:50 amGUA - JFK
Nonstop4h 45mJetBlue
Deal found 2/19$293
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Fri 2/213:10 amJFK - SJO
1 stop7h 51mCopa Airlines
Fri 2/2810:56 amSJO - JFK
1 stop29h 21mCopa Airlines
Deal found 2/20$293
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Tue 2/253:00 pmLGA - SJO
1 stop8h 12mDelta
Wed 3/52:19 pmSJO - LGA
1 stop8h 25mDelta
Deal found 2/20$294
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Tue 3/412:24 pmJFK - SJO
1 stop10h 48mDelta
Thu 3/131:21 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop9h 26mDelta
Deal found 2/19$294
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 3/116:54 pmLGA - SJO
1 stop6h 56mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/1911:30 amSJO - LGA
1 stop8h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$295

Find flights from New York to Central America within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from New York 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 20, 2025.

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New YorkSan Salvador

JFK - SAL

JFKSAL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 3/29

2:10 am-5:23 am

Nonstop5h 13m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 4/5

5:17 pm-12:07 am

Nonstop4h 50m

$214

New YorkSan Salvador

JFK - SAL

JFKSAL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 3/22

9:00 am-7:05 pm

1 stop12h 05m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 4/4

1:11 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop7h 48m

$232

New YorkSan Salvador

JFK - SAL

JFKSAL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 3/18

6:45 am-9:50 am

Nonstop5h 05m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 3/27

10:55 pm-5:25 am

Nonstop4h 30m

$260

New YorkGuatemala City

JFK - GUA

JFKGUA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 3/19

2:35 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop9h 30m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Wed 3/26

6:50 am-9:45 pm

1 stop12h 55m

$264

New YorkGuatemala City

JFK - GUA

JFKGUA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 5/1

6:55 am-6:35 pm

1 stop13h 40m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Fri 5/9

7:35 pm-2:15 am

Nonstop4h 40m

$265

New YorkSan Salvador

JFK - SAL

JFKSAL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 5/16

6:55 am-9:45 am

Nonstop4h 50m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 5/24

5:17 pm-12:07 am

Nonstop4h 50m

$267

New YorkSan José

LGA - SJO

LGASJO

New York LaGuardia

Sun 3/30

6:00 am-11:21 am

1 stop7h 21m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/2

12:50 am-10:03 am

1 stop7h 13m

$292

New YorkSan José

JFK - SJO

JFKSJO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 3/24

3:44 pm-8:07 am

1 stop18h 23m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/31

5:51 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop17h 59m

$293

New YorkSan José

LGA - SJO

LGASJO

New York LaGuardia

Tue 2/25

3:00 pm-10:12 pm

1 stop8h 12m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/5

2:19 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop8h 25m

$294

New YorkSan José

JFK - SJO

JFKSJO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 3/4

12:24 pm-10:12 pm

1 stop10h 48m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 3/13

1:21 pm-12:47 am

1 stop9h 26m

$294

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Travel insights for flights from New York to Central America

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from State of New York to Central America?

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

Find hourly flight availability from New York 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 20, 2025.

When flying from State of New York 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 February 20, 2025.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,692 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,510 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from State of New York to Central America one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $100 on Volaris El Salvador. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $107 and Avianca from $108 one-way.

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

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from State of New York to Central America?

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

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from New York 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$119Average$690FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$123Average$299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$125Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
VolarisCheapest$129Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
DeltaCheapest$130Average$619FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$151Average$520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
AviancaCheapest$167Average$450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
American AirlinesCheapest$238Average$608FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$268Average$575FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$282Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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