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$125+ Cheap flights from San Jose (SJC) 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 4/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — SJO
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$282
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$125
(Priceline)

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October

Average price

$984
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Cheapest flights from San Jose to Central America
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Jose to Central America. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 5/1311:35 amSJC - SJO
1 stop10h 39mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/273:31 pmSJO - SJC
1 stop19h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$282
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/265:00 pmSJC - SJO
1 stop12h 10mDelta
Sat 5/107:25 amSJO - SJC
1 stop11h 20mDelta
Deal found 3/26$313
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 5/73:30 pmSJC - SJO
2 stops19h 56mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/176:00 amSJO - SJC
2 stops16h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/26$317
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Wed 5/74:28 pmSJC - GUA
2 stops18h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/147:53 amGUA - SJC
2 stops16h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$333
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 8/167:28 pmSJC - SJO
2 stops14h 47mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/3112:50 pmSJO - SJC
2 stops21h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/26$340
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 5/122:02 pmSJC - SJO
1 stop8h 50mAlaska Airlines
Tue 5/271:06 amSJO - SJC
1 stop9h 43mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/27$344
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Thu 5/86:00 amSJC - GUA
2 stops28h 33mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/1212:33 pmGUA - SJC
2 stops22h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/27$344
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/197:54 pmSJC - GUA
1 stop25h 28mAlaska Airlines
Tue 5/271:32 amGUA - SJC
1 stop9h 17mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/26$367
This Vliegwinkel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Vliegwinkel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/126:45 pmSJC - PTY
2 stops17h 29mSWISS
Wed 5/283:20 pmPTY - SJC
2 stops20h 55mSWISS
Deal found 3/27$370
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Fri 3/282:46 pmSJC - GUA
1 stop21h 04mAmerican Airlines
Fri 4/42:15 pmGUA - SJC
2 stops20h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$371
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 5/76:45 pmSJC - GUA
2 stops15h 51mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/131:30 amGUA - SJC
1 stop11h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/26$374
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/1210:25 pmSJC - PTY
1 stop12h 23mDelta
Wed 5/282:13 pmPTY - SJC
1 stop31h 48mDelta
Deal found 3/27$378

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Jose 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 March 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Jose to Central America that are best for you.

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San Jose

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Central America

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San JoseSan José

SJC - SJO

SJCSJO

San Jose

Tue 5/13

11:35 am-11:14 pm

1 stop10h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/27

3:31 pm-9:50 am

1 stop19h 19m

$282

San JoseSan José

SJC - SJO

SJCSJO

San Jose

Sat 4/26

5:00 pm-6:10 am

1 stop12h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/10

7:25 am-5:45 pm

1 stop11h 20m

$313

San JoseSan José

SJC - SJO

SJCSJO

San Jose

Wed 5/7

3:30 pm-12:26 pm

2 stops19h 56m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/17

6:00 am-9:25 pm

2 stops16h 25m

$317

San JoseGuatemala City

SJC - GUA

SJCGUA

San Jose

Wed 5/7

4:28 pm-11:33 am

2 stops18h 05m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Wed 5/14

7:53 am-11:27 pm

2 stops16h 34m

$333

San JoseSan José

SJC - SJO

SJCSJO

San Jose

Sat 8/16

7:28 pm-11:15 am

2 stops14h 47m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 8/31

12:50 pm-9:09 am

2 stops21h 19m

$340

San JoseSan José

SJC - SJO

SJCSJO

San Jose

Mon 5/12

2:02 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop8h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/27

1:06 am-9:49 am

1 stop9h 43m

$344

San JoseGuatemala City

SJC - GUA

SJCGUA

San Jose

Thu 5/8

6:00 am-11:33 am

2 stops28h 33m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Mon 5/12

12:33 pm-10:05 am

2 stops22h 32m

$344

San JoseGuatemala City

SJC - GUA

SJCGUA

San Jose

Mon 5/19

7:54 pm-10:22 pm

1 stop25h 28m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Tue 5/27

1:32 am-9:49 am

1 stop9h 17m

$367

San JosePanama City

SJC - PTY

SJCPTY

San Jose

Mon 5/12

6:45 pm-2:14 pm

2 stops17h 29m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 5/28

3:20 pm-10:15 am

2 stops20h 55m

$370

San JoseGuatemala City

SJC - GUA

SJCGUA

San Jose

Wed 5/7

6:45 pm-11:36 am

2 stops15h 51m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Tue 5/13

1:30 am-12:03 pm

1 stop11h 33m

$374

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

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from San Jose 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 March 28, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from San Jose 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 March 28, 2025.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,798 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,395 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,570 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Central America from San Jose, you will be flying from San Jose, which is the city’s only airport. San Jose (SJC) is located 2.9 mi from the center of San Jose.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $125 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $140 and United Airlines from $171 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to Central America (average of $398). Flying from San Jose 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 7 airlines flying from San Jose to Central America

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from San Jose 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 March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$290Average$571FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$291Average$644FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$344Average$571FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
AviancaCheapest$356Average$567FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$361Average$486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$366Average$627FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$481Average$625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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