Central America

$177+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Central America

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 3/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — SJO
Jan 26 — Feb 21
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 Januar 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$367
(Avianca)

One-way from

$177
(Trip.com)
From San Francisco to Central America
One-way flight from San Francisco to Central America

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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Central America
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Central America. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on Januar 21, 2025.

This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
So 6/1512:05 amSFO - SAL
Nonstop5h 25mAvianca
Mo 6/307:30 amSAL - SFO
Nonstop6h 05mAvianca
Deal found 1/20$367
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Di 2/412:44 amSFO - SAL
1 stop19h 26mCopa Airlines
Fr 2/711:09 amSAL - SFO
1 stop14h 15mCopa Airlines
Deal found 1/20$370
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Do 1/301:35 amSFO - SJO
1 stop7h 50mAvianca
Sa 2/85:05 amSJO - SFO
1 stop8h 55mAvianca
Deal found 1/20$400
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
So 3/1612:15 amSFO - SJO
1 stop7h 25mMultiple Airlines
Di 3/2512:26 pmSJO - SFO
2 stops19h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$402
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Do 1/301:35 amSFO - SAL
Nonstop5h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mo 2/101:42 pmSAL - SFO
1 stop29h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$421
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Di 3/411:40 pmSFO - SJO
1 stop10h 26mJetBlue
Mi 3/1212:20 pmSJO - SFO
1 stop12h 39mJetBlue
Deal found 1/20$426
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Do 5/17:00 amSFO - GUA
1 stop15h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fr 5/93:45 pmGUA - SFO
1 stop8h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$434
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Di 2/1811:15 pmSFO - GUA
1 stop8h 05mAvianca
Di 2/255:20 amGUA - SFO
1 stop8h 40mAvianca
Deal found 1/20$440
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fr 1/247:13 pmSFO - GUA
1 stop11h 39mCopa Airlines
Mi 2/124:47 amGUA - SFO
1 stop20h 37mCopa Airlines
Deal found 1/20$449
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Do 2/2011:15 pmSFO - MGA
1 stop7h 50mAvianca
Di 2/254:50 pmMGA - SFO
1 stop21h 10mAvianca
Deal found 1/20$451
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mo 1/2012:44 amSFO - SJO
1 stop10h 28mCopa Airlines
Mi 1/2910:56 amSJO - SFO
1 stop14h 28mCopa Airlines
Deal found 1/20$452
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Di 4/228:59 pmSFO - GUA
1 stop25h 31mAlaska Airlines
So 4/271:33 amGUA - SFO
1 stop31h 47mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/19$455

Find flights from San Francisco to Central America within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 Januar 21, 2025.

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San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

So 6/15

12:05 am-6:30 am

Nonstop5h 25m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mo 6/30

7:30 am-12:35 pm

Nonstop6h 05m

$367

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Di 2/4

12:44 am-10:10 pm

1 stop19h 26m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fr 2/7

11:09 am-11:24 pm

1 stop14h 15m

$370

San FranciscoSan Salvador

SFO - SAL

SFOSAL

San Francisco

Fr 4/11

11:49 pm-11:08 pm

1 stop22h 19m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fr 4/18

5:40 pm-10:45 pm

Nonstop6h 05m

$399

San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

Fr 3/14

2:20 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop8h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mi 3/19

5:05 am-1:00 pm

1 stop8h 55m

$400

San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

So 3/16

12:15 am-8:40 am

1 stop7h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Di 3/25

12:26 pm-7:06 am

2 stops19h 40m

$402

San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

Di 3/4

11:40 pm-12:06 pm

1 stop10h 26m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mi 3/12

12:20 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop12h 39m

$426

San FranciscoGuatemala City

SFO - GUA

SFOGUA

San Francisco

Do 5/1

7:00 am-11:30 pm

1 stop15h 30m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Fr 5/9

3:45 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$434

San FranciscoGuatemala City

SFO - GUA

SFOGUA

San Francisco

Di 2/18

11:15 pm-9:20 am

1 stop8h 05m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Di 2/25

5:20 am-12:00 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$440

San FranciscoGuatemala City

SFO - GUA

SFOGUA

San Francisco

Fr 5/2

9:59 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop24h 31m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Fr 5/9

1:33 am-12:53 pm

1 stop12h 20m

$447

San FranciscoManagua

SFO - MGA

SFOMGA

San Francisco

Do 2/20

11:15 pm-9:05 am

1 stop7h 50m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Di 2/25

4:50 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop21h 10m

$451

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

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Central America

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 Januar 21, 2025.

When flying from San Francisco 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 Januar 21, 2025.
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Very good
4,659 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

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

Entertainment

7.7

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8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

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
8,521 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

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
9,706 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

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
1,662 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

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

7.5
Good
1,849 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Central America?

    Located just 11.8 mi from the city center, San Francisco (SFO) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Central America from San Francisco.

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

    $180 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Avianca. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Alaska Airlines and Copa Airlines, with prices starting from $194 and $200, respectively.

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

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Central America?

    The cheapest flight price from San Francisco to Central America is $591. On average you can expect to pay $706. The most popular route, (San Francisco - San José Juan Santamaria Intl), can usually be booked for $310.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco 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 Francisco to Central America.

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

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

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

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 Januar 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$136Average$307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$184Average$1,309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
VolarisCheapest$248Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
American AirlinesCheapest$256Average$655FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$267Average$553FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
AviancaCheapest$267Average$548FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$269Average$549FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$281Average$646FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$289Average$804FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$347Average$717FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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