Cheap flights from New York (NYC) to Central America from $48

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 9/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
NYC — SJO
Jun 11 — Jun 181

How far in advance should I book a flight from New York to Central America?

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 56 days in advance, which can save you up to 64% on flights from New York to Central America compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 56 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $316. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $413.

What is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Central America?

Our data shows that September tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Central America from New York. Users have commonly found prices around $343 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $130. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in December.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from NYC to CA?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from New York to Central America as you normally would.

Cheap New York to Central America flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from New York to Central America specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Prices were last updated on June 6, 2024.
Tue 7/162:19 amJFK - GUA
1 stop7h 19mVolaris El Salvador
Mon 7/221:43 pmGUA - JFK
1 stop8h 26mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 6/5$167
Fri 6/76:45 pmEWR - SAL
Nonstop5h 05mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/1110:55 pmSAL - EWR
Nonstop4h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/5$175
Tue 7/232:19 amJFK - GUA
1 stop7h 19mVolaris El Salvador
Mon 8/51:43 pmGUA - JFK
1 stop8h 26mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 6/5$181
Mon 7/82:19 amJFK - SAL
Nonstop4h 51mVolaris El Salvador
Tue 7/165:17 pmSAL - JFK
Nonstop4h 52mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 6/5$186
Mon 7/82:19 amJFK - SAL
Nonstop4h 51mVolaris El Salvador
Tue 7/165:17 pmSAL - JFK
Nonstop4h 52mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 6/5$199
Thu 7/112:19 amJFK - GUA
1 stop7h 19mVolaris El Salvador
Mon 7/221:43 pmGUA - JFK
1 stop8h 26mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 6/6$200
Tue 7/302:19 amJFK - GUA
1 stop7h 19mVolaris El Salvador
Mon 8/51:43 pmGUA - JFK
1 stop8h 26mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 6/5$206
Mon 7/82:19 amJFK - SAL
Nonstop4h 51mVolaris El Salvador
Mon 7/155:17 pmSAL - JFK
Nonstop4h 52mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 6/4$207
Mon 6/102:19 amJFK - SAL
Nonstop4h 51mVolaris El Salvador
Tue 6/185:17 pmSAL - JFK
Nonstop4h 52mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 6/5$210

New York to Central America 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between New York and Central America in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
Sat 9/72:19 amJFK - SAL
Nonstop4h 51mVolaris El Salvador
Sat 9/215:17 pmSAL - JFK
Nonstop4h 52mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 6/5$130
Sat 10/122:19 amJFK - SAL
Nonstop4h 51mVolaris El Salvador
Mon 10/215:17 pmSAL - JFK
Nonstop4h 52mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 6/5$131
Tue 8/272:19 amJFK - SAL
Nonstop4h 51mVolaris El Salvador
Thu 9/125:17 pmSAL - JFK
Nonstop4h 52mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 6/4$140
Mon 11/41:19 amJFK - SAL
Nonstop4h 51mVolaris El Salvador
Tue 11/125:17 pmSAL - JFK
Nonstop4h 52mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 6/5$152
Tue 11/51:19 amJFK - SAL
Nonstop4h 51mVolaris El Salvador
Thu 11/145:17 pmSAL - JFK
Nonstop4h 52mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 6/5$154
Fri 9/276:55 amJFK - SAL
Nonstop4h 50mAvianca
Mon 10/1410:55 pmSAL - JFK
Nonstop4h 40mAvianca
Deal found 6/5$155
Mon 10/72:19 amJFK - SAL
Nonstop4h 51mVolaris El Salvador
Tue 10/155:17 pmSAL - JFK
Nonstop4h 52mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 6/6$156
Thu 8/293:30 amJFK - SAL
Nonstop4h 50mAvianca
Fri 9/208:00 pmSAL - JFK
Nonstop4h 40mAvianca
Deal found 6/5$165
Thu 10/311:19 amJFK - GUA
1 stop8h 19mVolaris El Salvador
Mon 11/111:43 pmGUA - JFK
1 stop8h 26mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 6/4$166

New York to Central America flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from New York to Central America for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
Sun 6/166:35 pmJFK - SJO
Nonstop5h 21mJetBlue
Thu 6/2011:56 pmSJO - JFK
Nonstop5h 11mJetBlue
Deal found 6/5$218
Sun 6/96:50 pmJFK - GUA
Nonstop5h 09mJetBlue
Thu 6/1311:10 pmGUA - JFK
Nonstop4h 43mJetBlue
Deal found 6/6$225
Tue 6/112:19 amJFK - SAL
Nonstop4h 51mVolaris El Salvador
Tue 7/25:17 pmSAL - JFK
Nonstop4h 52mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 6/5$235
Tue 6/112:19 amJFK - SAL
Nonstop4h 51mVolaris El Salvador
Mon 6/175:17 pmSAL - JFK
Nonstop4h 52mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 6/4$242
Tue 6/112:55 amJFK - SAL
Nonstop4h 50mAvianca
Wed 6/1910:55 pmSAL - JFK
Nonstop4h 40mAvianca
Deal found 6/4$243
Fri 6/76:50 pmJFK - GUA
Nonstop5h 09mJetBlue
Mon 6/1011:59 pmGUA - JFK
Nonstop4h 44mJetBlue
Deal found 6/6$245
Tue 6/113:30 amJFK - SAL
Nonstop4h 50mAvianca
Tue 6/188:00 pmSAL - JFK
Nonstop4h 40mAvianca
Deal found 6/6$249
Wed 6/129:29 pmLGA - SJO
1 stop17h 16mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/191:42 pmSJO - LGA
1 stop15h 56mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$252
Tue 6/112:55 amJFK - SAL
Nonstop4h 50mAvianca
Wed 6/2610:55 pmSAL - JFK
Nonstop4h 40mAvianca
Deal found 6/5$256

One-way flights to Central America from New York

Search for one-way flight options from New York to Central America. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
Tue 9/103:01 pmEWR - SAL
1 stop11h 11mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/4$48
Tue 8/272:19 amJFK - GUA
1 stop7h 19mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 6/6$60
Tue 8/272:19 amJFK - GUA
1 stop7h 19mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 6/6$62
Sun 11/106:33 pmEWR - SAL
Nonstop5h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/5$65
Tue 8/202:19 amJFK - GUA
1 stop7h 19mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 6/5$66
Tue 7/162:19 amJFK - SAL
Nonstop4h 51mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 6/5$70
Sun 8/257:00 amEWR - SAL
1 stop15h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/5$70
Tue 7/162:19 amJFK - SAL
Nonstop4h 51mVolaris
Deal found 6/6$71
Thu 8/222:19 amJFK - GUA
1 stop7h 19mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 6/5$73

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 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.

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New York John F Kennedy IntlGuatemala City La Aurora

JFK - GUA

JFKGUA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 10/31

1 stop8h 19m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Mon 11/11

1 stop8h 26m

$166

NewarkSan Salvador El Salvador Intl

EWR - SAL

EWRSAL

Newark

Sun 11/10

Nonstop5h 17m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 11/17

Nonstop4h 37m

$175

New York John F Kennedy IntlGuatemala City La Aurora

JFK - GUA

JFKGUA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 10/7

1 stop6h 45m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Thu 10/17

1 stop8h 35m

$191

NewarkSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

EWR - SJO

EWRSJO

Newark

Tue 9/10

1 stop8h 33m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/11

1 stop8h 51m

$195

New York LaGuardiaSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

LGA - SJO

LGASJO

New York LaGuardia

Wed 9/11

1 stop7h 03m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 9/22

1 stop22h 26m

$217

New York John F Kennedy IntlSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

JFK - SJO

JFKSJO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 6/16

Nonstop5h 21m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 6/20

Nonstop5h 11m

$218

New York John F Kennedy IntlSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

JFK - SJO

JFKSJO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 9/2

2 stops14h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/5

2 stops17h 41m

$237

NewarkGuatemala City La Aurora

EWR - GUA

EWRGUA

Newark

Thu 8/22

1 stop6h 25m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Thu 9/5

1 stop9h 52m

$240

New York John F Kennedy IntlSan Salvador El Salvador Intl

JFK - SAL

JFKSAL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 7/4

Nonstop4h 51m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 7/8

Nonstop4h 52m

$241

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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 June 6, 2024.
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

In the boarding area at La Guardia, there are charging stations for electronics but the electric outlets do not work on many of the stations.

8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

In the boarding area at La Guardia, there are charging stations for electronics but the electric outlets do not work on many of the stations.

8.0
Very good
2,561 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

In the boarding area at La Guardia, there are charging stations for electronics but the electric outlets do not work on many of the stations.

7.7
Good
1,010 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

In the boarding area at La Guardia, there are charging stations for electronics but the electric outlets do not work on many of the stations.

7.6
Good
4,316 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

In the boarding area at La Guardia, there are charging stations for electronics but the electric outlets do not work on many of the stations.

7.6
Good
2,447 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

In the boarding area at La Guardia, there are charging stations for electronics but the electric outlets do not work on many of the stations.

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from New York to Central America for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from New York to Central America for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Volaris El Salvador for just $166, but on average you can expect to pay $191.

  • Are there nonstop flights from New York to Central America for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from New York to Central America under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from New York to Central America is less than $169.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from New York to Central America for under $300?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from New York to Central America within the next 7 days for less than $300.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York 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 $48. Users have also found prices from $60 and $65 on Volaris El Salvador and United Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from New York to Central America?

  • What are the cheapest flights from New York to Central America?

    The cheapest flight price from New York to Central America is $112. On average you can expect to pay $312. The most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl), can usually be booked for $218.

  • What does JFK to SJO mean?

    This is defined as New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) and San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport (SJO). Codes like San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely. Guatemala City La Aurora Airport (GUA), San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport (SAL), Panama City Tocumen Intl Airport (PTY), San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda Airport (SAP), Managua Augusto C Sandino Airport (MGA) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New York to Central America that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your New York to Central America flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from New York to Central America with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter New York to Central America flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from New York to Central America?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New York to Central America that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from New York to Central America offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from New York to Central America?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on New York to Central America flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the New York to Central America flight deals updated?

    The New York to Central America flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/6.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from New York to Central America?

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Central America (average of $383). Flying from New York to Central America in July is currently the most expensive (average of $519). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$114Average$330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$117Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$119Average$668FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$124Average$459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
AviancaCheapest$127Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
VolarisCheapest$133Average$409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
DeltaCheapest$138Average$479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AeromexicoCheapest$144Average$578FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$167Average$305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$245Average$570FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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