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$149+ Cheap flights from Oakland, CA (OAK) to Central America

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OAK — SJO
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Tue 4/22
Tue 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Oakland to Central America

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Most accurate provider

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3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$274
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$149
(CheapOair)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$469

Good round-trip deal

$351 or less

Good one-way deal

$187 or less
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Cheapest flights from Oakland to Central America
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Oakland to Central America. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 17, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1210:50 pmOAK - SAL
Nonstop5h 32mVolaris El Salvador
Sun 9/143:47 pmSAL - OAK
Nonstop5h 49mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 4/17$274
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/2210:10 pmOAK - SAL
1 stop12h 18mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/63:51 pmSAL - OAK
Nonstop5h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16$299
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/310:50 pmOAK - SJO
1 stop20h 29mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/101:08 pmSJO - OAK
1 stop8h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16$299
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/295:45 amOAK - GUA
2 stops28h 48mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/11:59 pmGUA - OAK
1 stop7h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16$307
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/295:45 amOAK - GUA
2 stops28h 48mSpirit Airlines
Sun 6/112:33 pmGUA - OAK
2 stops23h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/16$327
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/2710:50 pmOAK - SJO
1 stop10h 24mVolaris El Salvador
Fri 5/211:15 amSJO - OAK
1 stop10h 44mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 4/16$331
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/2510:50 pmOAK - GUA
1 stop7h 51mVolaris El Salvador
Mon 5/261:59 pmGUA - OAK
1 stop8h 00mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 4/17$334
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 5/16:40 pmOAK - SJO
2 stops15h 38mSpirit Airlines
Thu 5/811:32 amSJO - OAK
2 stops24h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/17$400
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/246:52 pmOAK - SJO
2 stops51h 54mAlaska Airlines
Mon 6/21:06 amSJO - OAK
2 stops19h 08mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/16$455
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/36:29 pmOAK - MGA
2 stops17h 00mSpirit Airlines
Sun 5/111:54 pmMGA - OAK
2 stops22h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/16$490
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/36:25 amOAK - SJO
2 stops11h 30mSouthwest
Wed 9/108:50 amSJO - OAK
2 stops13h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 4/16$496
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/317:54 pmOAK - BZE
2 stops44h 10mAlaska Airlines
Sat 6/710:00 amBZE - OAK
2 stops37h 11mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/16$530

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Oakland 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 April 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Oakland to Central America that are best for you.

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Oakland

Fly to

Central America

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OaklandSan Salvador

OAK - SAL

OAKSAL

Oakland

Fri 9/12

10:50 pm-5:22 am

Nonstop5h 32m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 9/14

3:47 pm-8:36 pm

Nonstop5h 49m

$274

OaklandSan José

OAK - SJO

OAKSJO

Oakland

Wed 9/3

10:50 pm-8:19 pm

1 stop20h 29m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/10

1:08 pm-8:36 pm

1 stop8h 28m

$299

OaklandGuatemala City

OAK - GUA

OAKGUA

Oakland

Thu 5/29

5:45 am-11:33 am

2 stops28h 48m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sun 6/1

1:59 pm-8:34 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$307

OaklandSan Salvador

OAK - SAL

OAKSAL

Oakland

Tue 5/6

10:10 pm-11:28 am

1 stop12h 18m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 5/14

3:51 pm-8:59 pm

Nonstop6h 08m

$324

OaklandGuatemala City

OAK - GUA

OAKGUA

Oakland

Thu 5/29

5:45 am-11:33 am

2 stops28h 48m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sun 6/1

12:33 pm-10:56 am

2 stops23h 23m

$327

OaklandSan José

OAK - SJO

OAKSJO

Oakland

Sun 4/27

10:50 pm-10:14 am

1 stop10h 24m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/2

11:15 am-8:59 pm

1 stop10h 44m

$331

OaklandGuatemala City

OAK - GUA

OAKGUA

Oakland

Sun 5/25

10:50 pm-7:41 am

1 stop7h 51m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Mon 5/26

1:59 pm-8:59 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$334

OaklandSan José

OAK - SJO

OAKSJO

Oakland

Thu 5/1

6:40 pm-11:18 am

2 stops15h 38m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/8

11:32 am-10:56 am

2 stops24h 24m

$400

OaklandSan José

OAK - SJO

OAKSJO

Oakland

Sat 5/24

6:52 pm-11:46 pm

2 stops51h 54m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 6/2

1:06 am-7:14 pm

2 stops19h 08m

$455

OaklandManagua

OAK - MGA

OAKMGA

Oakland

Sat 5/3

6:29 pm-12:29 pm

2 stops17h 00m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Sun 5/11

1:54 pm-10:56 am

2 stops22h 02m

$490

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Best time to book a flight from Oakland to Central America

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Central America from Oakland with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Oakland to Central America

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Oakland, California to Central America?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Oakland 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 April 17, 2025.

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

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 April 17, 2025.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,699 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Volaris
6.7
Okay
1,172 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Oakland to Central America?

    If you book a flight to Central America from Oakland, you will be flying from Oakland, which is the city’s only airport. Oakland (OAK) is located 7.0 mi from the center of Oakland.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Oakland, California 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 $149. Spirit Airlines flights start at $149 while deals on Alaska Airlines start at $215 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Oakland, California to Central America?

    While some choose either Oakland - San Salvador El Salvador Intl or Oakland - Guatemala City La Aurora, Oakland - San José Juan Santamaria Intl is the most popular route from Oakland, California to Central America.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Oakland 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 Oakland, California to Central America?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oakland, California to Central America (average of $398). Flying from Oakland, California 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 5 airlines flying from Oakland to Central America

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Oakland 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 April 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VolarisCheapest$217Average$443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$224Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$267Average$515FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
AviancaCheapest$344Average$578FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$468Average$673FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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