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$120+ Cheap flights from Oakland, CA (OAK) to Central America

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OAK — SJO
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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$249
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$120
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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 February 20, 2025.

This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/1810:10 pmOAK - SJO
1 stop14h 42mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/2611:15 amSJO - OAK
1 stop10h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$249
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.
Mon 6/2310:50 pmOAK - SAL
Nonstop5h 39mVolaris El Salvador
Mon 7/143:47 pmSAL - OAK
Nonstop5h 43mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 2/20$266
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/812:11 pmOAK - GUA
2 stops21h 06mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/57:53 amGUA - OAK
1 stop13h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$270
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/1810:30 amOAK - SJO
2 stops23h 51mSpirit Airlines
Fri 3/2811:30 amSJO - OAK
2 stops20h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$316
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/1810:50 pmOAK - GUA
1 stop7h 51mVolaris El Salvador
Mon 6/21:44 pmGUA - OAK
1 stop7h 46mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 2/20$329
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/59:50 pmOAK - SAL
Nonstop5h 18mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/125:54 amSAL - OAK
1 stop15h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$348
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/212:11 pmOAK - GUA
2 stops22h 35mSpirit Airlines
Sun 4/612:41 pmGUA - OAK
2 stops18h 55mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$352
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.
Sun 3/1610:50 pmOAK - SJO
1 stop10h 24mVolaris El Salvador
Fri 3/2811:15 amSJO - OAK
1 stop10h 46mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 2/20$461
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/65:52 pmOAK - MGA
2 stops17h 53mSpirit Airlines
Wed 3/121:40 pmMGA - OAK
2 stops20h 55mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$561
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Tue 5/207:05 pmOAK - LIR
2 stops17h 05mSouthwest
Sat 5/241:25 pmLIR - OAK
1 stop9h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 2/19$584
This Alaska Airlines 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/198:00 amOAK - GUA
2 stops13h 22mAlaska Airlines
Sun 5/251:32 amGUA - OAK
2 stops37h 04mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/19$635
This Alaska Airlines 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/196:45 pmOAK - LIR
2 stops24h 30mAlaska Airlines
Sat 9/2710:00 amLIR - OAK
2 stops24h 08mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/19$690

Find flights from Oakland to Central America within your budget

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 February 20, 2025.

Fly from

Oakland

Fly to

Central America

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Depart

Return

Price

OaklandSan José

OAK - SJO

OAKSJO

Oakland

Sun 5/18

10:10 pm-1:52 pm

1 stop14h 42m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/26

11:15 am-8:59 pm

1 stop10h 44m

$249

OaklandGuatemala City

OAK - GUA

OAKGUA

Oakland

Tue 4/8

12:11 pm-10:17 am

2 stops21h 06m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Mon 5/5

7:53 am-8:24 pm

1 stop13h 31m

$270

OaklandSan Salvador

OAK - SAL

OAKSAL

Oakland

Mon 4/21

10:50 pm-5:05 am

Nonstop5h 15m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 5/12

3:47 pm-8:55 pm

Nonstop6h 08m

$302

OaklandSan José

OAK - SJO

OAKSJO

Oakland

Tue 3/18

10:30 am-11:21 am

2 stops23h 51m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 3/28

11:30 am-6:36 am

2 stops20h 06m

$316

OaklandGuatemala City

OAK - GUA

OAKGUA

Oakland

Sun 5/18

10:50 pm-7:41 am

1 stop7h 51m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Mon 6/2

1:44 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop7h 46m

$329

OaklandSan Salvador

OAK - SAL

OAKSAL

Oakland

Wed 3/5

9:50 pm-5:08 am

Nonstop5h 18m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 3/12

5:54 am-8:03 pm

1 stop15h 09m

$348

OaklandGuatemala City

OAK - GUA

OAKGUA

Oakland

Wed 4/2

12:11 pm-11:46 am

2 stops22h 35m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sun 4/6

12:41 pm-6:36 am

2 stops18h 55m

$352

OaklandSan José

OAK - SJO

OAKSJO

Oakland

Sun 3/16

10:50 pm-10:14 am

1 stop10h 24m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 3/28

11:15 am-9:01 pm

1 stop10h 46m

$461

OaklandManagua

OAK - MGA

OAKMGA

Oakland

Thu 3/6

5:52 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops17h 53m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Wed 3/12

1:40 pm-9:35 am

2 stops20h 55m

$561

OaklandLiberia

OAK - LIR

OAKLIR

Oakland

Tue 5/20

7:05 pm-1:10 pm

2 stops17h 05m

Liberia

Sat 5/24

1:25 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop9h 50m

$584

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Deals found on 2/20

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Best time to book a flight from Oakland to Central America

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Travel insights for flights from Oakland to Central America

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

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 February 20, 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 February 20, 2025.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

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

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

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
9,692 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

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

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

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

Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,771 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

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

Volaris
6.7
Okay
1,209 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

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 Oakland 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 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 Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $135. Volaris El Salvador flights start at $190 while deals on Alaska Airlines start at $222 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VolarisCheapest$217Average$431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$220Average$410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$282Average$515FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
AviancaCheapest$333Average$567FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$468Average$653FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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