Central America

$136+ Cheap flights from San Jose, CA (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 2/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — SJO
ene. 11 — ene. 181
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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 diciembre 12, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
dom. 12/146:35 amSJC - SJO
1 stop13h 45mDelta
sáb. 12/208:30 amSJO - SJC
1 stop16h 06mDelta
Deal found 12/11$373
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
jue. 12/1110:25 pmSJC - PTY
1 stop18h 34mDelta
mié. 12/248:00 amPTY - SJC
1 stop14h 08mDelta
Deal found 12/10$434
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
jue. 12/114:00 pmSJC - PTY
2 stops24h 38mUnited Airlines
jue. 12/184:41 pmPTY - SJC
2 stops23h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$453
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
sáb. 12/136:35 amSJC - PTY
1 stop10h 24mDelta
vie. 12/268:00 amPTY - SJC
1 stop16h 34mDelta
Deal found 12/10$464
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
jue. 12/114:00 pmSJC - SJO
1 stop28h 00mUnited Airlines
vie. 12/192:05 pmSJO - SJC
1 stop34h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$476
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
lun. 12/156:35 amSJC - SJO
1 stop13h 45mDelta
sáb. 12/208:30 amSJO - SJC
1 stop12h 05mDelta
Deal found 12/11$481
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mar. 12/307:45 pmSJC - LIR
2 stops15h 45mDelta
mar. 1/132:05 pmLIR - SJC
2 stops20h 52mDelta
Deal found 12/10$485
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
lun. 12/156:59 pmSJC - SJO
2 stops25h 21mDelta
lun. 12/227:00 amSJO - SJC
2 stops27h 24mDelta
Deal found 12/11$485
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mar. 12/302:06 pmSJC - LIR
1 stop20h 10mAmerican Airlines
mar. 1/133:14 pmLIR - SJC
2 stops22h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$486
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
mié. 12/102:37 pmSJC - SJO
2 stops19h 36mAmerican Airlines
mié. 12/1712:34 amSJO - SJC
1 stop11h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$492
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
vie. 12/128:45 amSJC - SJO
1 stop11h 15mUnited Airlines
vie. 12/197:30 amSJO - SJC
1 stop15h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$497
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
vie. 12/128:45 amSJC - SJO
1 stop11h 15mUnited Airlines
sáb. 12/202:05 pmSJO - SJC
1 stop34h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$508

Find flight deals from San Jose to Central America

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Jose to Central America flight deals. Data was last updated diciembre 12, 2025.

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3 stars

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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$308
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$136
(United Airlines)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$894
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From San Jose to Central America
One-way flight from San Jose to Central America
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($80 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($46 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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San JoseGuatemala City

SJC - GUA

SJCGUA

San Jose

dom. 1/25

10:07 am-8:30 pm

1 stop8h 23m

Guatemala City La Aurora

dom. 2/1

2:11 pm-9:42 am

2 stops21h 31m

$354

San JoseSan Salvador

SJC - SAL

SJCSAL

San Jose

dom. 1/25

10:07 am-9:05 pm

1 stop8h 58m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

mar. 2/10

6:15 pm-5:54 pm

2 stops49h 39m

$356

San JoseSan José

SJC - SJO

SJCSJO

San Jose

mié. 1/14

4:00 pm-6:16 pm

2 stops24h 16m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 1/22

6:30 am-8:56 pm

2 stops16h 26m

$392

San JoseSan José

SJC - SJO

SJCSJO

San Jose

sáb. 1/24

6:00 am-11:43 pm

1 stop15h 43m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

sáb. 1/31

4:02 pm-10:57 am

2 stops20h 55m

$393

San JoseGuatemala City

SJC - GUA

SJCGUA

San Jose

mar. 1/20

4:00 pm-12:26 pm

2 stops18h 26m

Guatemala City La Aurora

lun. 1/26

2:40 am-8:56 pm

2 stops20h 16m

$398

San JoseSan José

SJC - SJO

SJCSJO

San Jose

dom. 1/25

4:00 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops19h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

sáb. 1/31

6:40 am-8:56 pm

2 stops16h 16m

$408

San JoseSan José

SJC - SJO

SJCSJO

San Jose

sáb. 1/24

8:40 am-12:56 pm

2 stops26h 16m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

sáb. 1/31

6:40 am-8:56 pm

2 stops16h 16m

$408

San JoseSan José

SJC - SJO

SJCSJO

San Jose

jue. 1/22

4:00 pm-12:56 pm

2 stops18h 56m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

dom. 2/1

6:40 am-1:39 pm

2 stops56h 59m

$423

San JoseSan José

SJC - SJO

SJCSJO

San Jose

sáb. 1/24

8:40 am-12:56 pm

2 stops26h 16m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

dom. 2/1

6:40 am-1:39 pm

2 stops56h 59m

$423

San JoseSan José

SJC - SJO

SJCSJO

San Jose

vie. 1/23

4:00 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops19h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

dom. 2/1

6:40 am-1:39 pm

2 stops56h 59m

$423

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

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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, California to Central America?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to Central America (average of $156). Flying from San Jose, California to Central America in December is currently the most expensive (average of $299). 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 diciembre 12, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San Jose, California to Central America in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 8% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Jose, California to Central America?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Jose to Central America. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Jose, California to Central America flight should consider departing on Monday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 diciembre 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from San Jose to Central America by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

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.

  • How long is the flight from San Jose, California to Central America?

    Departing from San Jose, California to Central America will take you 12h 05m. There are 2915 mi between San Jose, California and Central America. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Alaska Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $115. Southwest flights start at $141 while deals on American Airlines start at $154 one-way.

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to Central America (average of $156). Flying from San Jose, California to Central America in December is currently the most expensive (average of $299). 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 Jose to Central America

Discover the top 6 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 diciembre 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$133Average$537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$324Average$721FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$345Average$526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$346Average$577FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$380Average$590FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
AviancaCheapest$385Average$537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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