Central America

$147+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Central America

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SAN — SJO
Jan 19 — Jan 261
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Central America (0CA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$339
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$147
(FlightHub)
From San Diego to Central America
One-way flight from San Diego to Central America

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This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/46:15 amSAN - GUA
2 stops16h 41mSpirit Airlines
Mon 2/1012:18 pmGUA - SAN
3 stops29h 08mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/13$339
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/46:15 amSAN - GUA
2 stops16h 41mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/105:16 pmGUA - SAN
2 stops26h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/13$365
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/206:15 amSAN - SAL
2 stops22h 21mMultiple Airlines
Wed 2/267:41 amSAL - SAN
2 stops27h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/13$381
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 2/245:07 pmSAN - GUA
2 stops28h 52mAlaska Airlines
Mon 3/32:08 amGUA - SAN
2 stops20h 11mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/13$409
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/77:26 pmSAN - SAP
2 stops18h 01mSpirit Airlines
Thu 2/1312:10 pmSAP - SAN
2 stops22h 51mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/13$431
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/315:01 pmSAN - MGA
2 stops17h 46mSpirit Airlines
Sat 2/81:42 pmMGA - SAN
3 stops24h 54mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/13$441
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 2/105:03 pmSAN - LIR
2 stops12h 06mAlaska Airlines
Fri 2/147:02 pmLIR - SAN
2 stops26h 19mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/14$479
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/28:24 pmSAN - SAL
1 stop7h 26mUnited Airlines
Wed 4/92:00 amSAL - SAN
1 stop16h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/13$490
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/248:49 pmSAN - GUA
1 stop21h 36mAvianca
Tue 3/48:55 amGUA - SAN
1 stop12h 58mAvianca
Deal found 1/13$491
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 3/19:17 pmSAN - BZE
2 stops18h 29mAlaska Airlines
Sat 3/84:11 pmBZE - SAN
1 stop18h 00mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/13$502
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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 11/14:47 pmSAN - SJO
1 stop20h 28mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/126:29 amSJO - SAN
1 stop9h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/12$516
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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.
Thu 2/207:30 pmSAN - BZE
2 stops14h 29mAmerican Airlines
Wed 2/264:25 pmBZE - SAN
2 stops18h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/13$518

Find flights from San Diego to Central America within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 January 14, 2025.

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San DiegoGuatemala City

SAN - GUA

SANGUA

San Diego

Tue 2/4

6:15 am-12:56 am

2 stops16h 41m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Mon 2/10

12:18 pm-3:26 pm

3 stops29h 08m

$339

San DiegoGuatemala City

SAN - GUA

SANGUA

San Diego

Tue 2/4

6:15 am-12:56 am

2 stops16h 41m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Mon 2/10

5:16 pm-5:59 pm

2 stops26h 43m

$365

San DiegoSan Salvador

SAN - SAL

SANSAL

San Diego

Thu 2/20

6:15 am-6:36 am

2 stops22h 21m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 2/26

7:41 am-9:01 am

2 stops27h 20m

$381

San DiegoGuatemala City

SAN - GUA

SANGUA

San Diego

Mon 2/24

5:07 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops28h 52m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Mon 3/3

2:08 am-8:19 pm

2 stops20h 11m

$409

San DiegoSan Pedro Sula

SAN - SAP

SANSAP

San Diego

Fri 2/7

7:26 pm-3:27 pm

2 stops18h 01m

San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda

Thu 2/13

12:10 pm-9:01 am

2 stops22h 51m

$431

San DiegoManagua

SAN - MGA

SANMGA

San Diego

Fri 1/31

5:01 pm-12:47 pm

2 stops17h 46m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Sat 2/8

1:42 pm-12:36 pm

3 stops24h 54m

$441

San DiegoLiberia

SAN - LIR

SANLIR

San Diego

Mon 2/10

5:03 pm-7:09 am

2 stops12h 06m

Liberia

Fri 2/14

7:02 pm-7:21 pm

2 stops26h 19m

$479

San DiegoSan Salvador

SAN - SAL

SANSAL

San Diego

Wed 4/2

5:48 pm-12:06 pm

1 stop17h 18m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 4/15

6:00 am-1:50 pm

1 stop8h 50m

$490

San DiegoGuatemala City

SAN - GUA

SANGUA

San Diego

Mon 2/24

8:49 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop21h 36m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Tue 3/4

8:55 am-7:53 pm

1 stop12h 58m

$491

San DiegoBelize City

SAN - BZE

SANBZE

San Diego

Sat 3/1

9:17 pm-5:46 pm

2 stops18h 29m

Belize City Philip S.W.Goldson

Sat 3/8

4:11 pm-8:11 am

1 stop18h 00m

$502

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Central America

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Travel insights for flights from San Diego to Central America

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Central America?

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

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 January 14, 2025.

When flying from San Diego 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 January 14, 2025.
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.0
Very good
8,508 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.0
Very good
9,672 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.7
Good
1,657 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.4
Good
8,961 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

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

    Located just 2.6 mi from the city center, San Diego (SAN) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Central America from San Diego.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Diego to Central America one-way?

    $147 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Avianca and JetBlue, with prices starting from $195 and $213, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Diego to Central America?

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego 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 San Diego to Central America?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Central America (average of $398). Flying from San Diego 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 6 airlines flying from San Diego to Central America

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 January 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$188Average$462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$345Average$722FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$424Average$677FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$436Average$667FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$487Average$657FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$548Average$912FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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