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$224+ Cheap flights from Central America to San Francisco (SFO)

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SJO — SFO
Mar 10 — Mar 171
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Cheap flight deals from Central America to San Francisco

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Central America to San Francisco flight deals. Data was last updated March 5, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$361
(Copa Airlines)

One-way from

$238
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$457

Good round-trip deal

$415 or less

Good one-way deal

$245 or less
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From Central America to San Francisco
One-way flight from Central America to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($36 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
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Cheapest flights from Central America to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Central America to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 5, 2025.

This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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.
Thu 3/208:30 amSAL - SFO
1 stop11h 03mCopa Airlines
Thu 4/108:11 pmSFO - SAL
1 stop12h 07mCopa Airlines
Deal found 3/5$361
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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.
Sat 5/176:30 amSAL - SFO
1 stop14h 57mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/212:18 pmSFO - SAL
1 stop14h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5$369
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/207:40 amSAL - SFO
Nonstop6h 20mAvianca
Thu 4/102:20 pmSFO - SAL
Nonstop5h 30mAvianca
Deal found 3/4$386
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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.
Tue 4/112:41 pmGUA - SFO
2 stops22h 07mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/810:30 pmSFO - GUA
1 stop10h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/4$415
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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 3/241:19 amGUA - SFO
2 stops19h 03mAlaska Airlines
Tue 4/17:00 amSFO - GUA
2 stops15h 59mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/4$416
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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.
Tue 3/256:06 pmSJO - SFO
2 stops38h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/110:30 pmSFO - SJO
1 stop11h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/4$416
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
Thu 5/14:50 pmMGA - SFO
1 stop8h 05mAvianca
Tue 5/612:05 amSFO - MGA
1 stop7h 55mAvianca
Deal found 3/3$418
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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.
Wed 5/141:00 pmSJO - SFO
1 stop11h 55mJetBlue
Mon 5/1910:10 pmSFO - SJO
1 stop12h 45mJetBlue
Deal found 3/5$430
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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.
Mon 3/171:05 amGUA - SFO
1 stop14h 50mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/2912:43 amSFO - GUA
1 stop12h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/5$435
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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.
Thu 4/171:20 pmMGA - SFO
1 stop19h 04mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/2212:43 amSFO - MGA
1 stop10h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/4$440
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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.
Tue 3/186:50 amGUA - SFO
1 stop17h 19mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/2912:21 amSFO - GUA
2 stops12h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/5$440
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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.
Tue 3/186:14 amMGA - SFO
2 stops18h 00mAmerican Airlines
Mon 3/2411:59 pmSFO - MGA
2 stops18h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/5$445

Find flights from Central America to San Francisco within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Central America to San Francisco 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 5, 2025.

Fly from

Central America

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San SalvadorSan Francisco

SAL - SFO

SALSFO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 3/20

8:30 am-11:40 pm

1 stop16h 10m

San Francisco

Tue 4/8

1:40 am-8:23 pm

1 stop17h 43m

$361

San SalvadorSan Francisco

SAL - SFO

SALSFO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 5/17

6:30 am-8:27 pm

1 stop14h 57m

San Francisco

Wed 5/21

2:18 pm-5:38 am

1 stop14h 20m

$369

San SalvadorSan Francisco

SAL - SFO

SALSFO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 3/20

5:35 pm-10:55 pm

Nonstop6h 20m

San Francisco

Tue 4/8

2:30 am-9:00 am

Nonstop5h 30m

$386

Guatemala CitySan Francisco

GUA - SFO

GUASFO

Guatemala City La Aurora

Tue 4/1

12:41 pm-9:48 am

2 stops22h 07m

San Francisco

Tue 4/8

10:30 pm-10:17 am

1 stop10h 47m

$415

Guatemala CitySan Francisco

GUA - SFO

GUASFO

Guatemala City La Aurora

Mon 3/24

1:19 am-7:22 pm

2 stops19h 03m

San Francisco

Tue 4/1

7:00 am-11:59 pm

2 stops15h 59m

$416

San JoséSan Francisco

SJO - SFO

SJOSFO

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/25

6:06 pm-7:16 am

2 stops38h 10m

San Francisco

Tue 4/1

10:30 pm-10:50 am

1 stop11h 20m

$416

ManaguaSan Francisco

MGA - SFO

MGASFO

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Thu 5/1

4:50 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop8h 05m

San Francisco

Wed 5/7

2:20 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$418

San JoséSan Francisco

SJO - SFO

SJOSFO

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/14

1:00 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop11h 55m

San Francisco

Mon 5/19

10:10 pm-11:55 am

1 stop12h 45m

$430

Guatemala CitySan Francisco

GUA - SFO

GUASFO

Guatemala City La Aurora

Mon 3/17

6:00 am-11:35 pm

1 stop18h 35m

San Francisco

Mon 3/24

4:39 pm-11:26 am

1 stop17h 47m

$435

Guatemala CitySan Francisco

GUA - SFO

GUASFO

Guatemala City La Aurora

Tue 3/18

12:45 am-7:00 pm

1 stop19h 15m

San Francisco

Sat 3/29

10:10 am-10:05 pm

2 stops10h 55m

$440

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Travel insights for flights from Central America to San Francisco

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Central America to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Central America to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $402). 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 CA to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Central America to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 5, 2025.

When flying from Central America to San Francisco, 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 San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated March 5, 2025.

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

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

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

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

8.0
Very good

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

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

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

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

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

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

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

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 Central America to San Francisco. 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 into for flights to San Francisco from Central America?

    If you book a flight to San Francisco from Central America, you will be flying to San Francisco, which is the city’s only airport. San Francisco (SFO) is located 11.8 mi from the center of San Francisco.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Avianca, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $238. Copa Airlines flights start at $240 while deals on Alaska Airlines start at $241 one-way.

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

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

    On average you can expect to pay $510 for a flight from Central America to San Francisco. The cheapest flight overall is $182 while the most popular route, (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - San Francisco) is currently priced at $416.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Central America to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Central America to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $402). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VolarisCheapest$131Average$296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$133Average$171FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$204Average$557FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$246Average$649FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$251Average$562FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$281Average$541FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$340Average$628FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$353Average$609FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
JetBlueCheapest$398Average$485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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