What is the cheapest month to fly to Central America?

October is currently the cheapest month to fly to Central America . At this moment in time December is the most expensive month. These prices are determined by multiple factors and booking in advance can help keep costs down if your schedule is not as flexible.

Can I find cheaper flights to Central America if I am willing to have stopovers?

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Central America on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

What is the best airline to fly to Central America?

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, TUI Airways is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Central America.

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Central America?

Panama City Marcos A. Gelabert Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Central America. One-way flights to Panama City Marcos A. Gelabert Intl typically cost £56, while return flights cost around £84.

How much is a return flight to Central America?

A return flight to Central America will typically cost around £319, however they can be found for as little as £187.

Where does the fastest flight to Central America depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to Central America, London offers the quickest one-way flight (11 hours 40 minutes).

Does San José Juan Santamaria Intl have car hire?

Yes. Those touching down at San José Juan Santamaria Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Are there hotels close to San José Juan Santamaria Intl?

Yes. San José Juan Santamaria Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Around Juan Santa María is the closest property to San José Juan Santamaria Intl (0.0 mi away from San José Juan Santamaria Intl).

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Return from	£566
One-way from	£257
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	October
Average price	£602
Good round-trip deal	£596 or less

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93h 27m total
London to San José

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Deal found 7/6£561

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Deal found 7/6£566

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Deal found 7/6£566

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2 stops27h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/6£568

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1 stop27h 10mMultiple Airlines

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1 stop15h 48mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 6/6£578

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Deal found 6/6£579

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Deal found 7/6£582

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Deal found 6/6£584

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Deal found 7/6£585

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2 stops23h 45mMultiple Airlines

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3 stops35h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/6£588

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Deal found 7/6£561

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Deal found 7/6£566

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2 stops27h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/6£568

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Deal found 7/6£569

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Deal found 8/6£582

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1 stop15h 49mLufthansa

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2 stops23h 00mLufthansa

Deal found 7/6£592

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Deal found 7/6£595

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2 stops37h 38mUnited Airlines

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1 stop22h 20mUnited Airlines

Deal found 7/6£608

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1 stop32h 45mTurkish Airlines

Wed 23/720:00PTY - LGW

1 stop20h 20mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 7/6£624

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Wed 17/916:10SJO - LGW

1 stop20h 50mIberia

Deal found 7/6£650

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1 stop34h 10mDelta

Deal found 7/6£676

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1 stop17h 55mAir Canada

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Deal found 6/6£597

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Mon 23/611:05PTY - STN

2 stops18h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/6£616

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Wed 2/707:55SJO - LHR

1 stop16h 45mUnited Airlines

Deal found 7/6£618

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Wed 18/610:00LGW - GUA

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Deal found 7/6£257

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22:05-10:25

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Mon 14/7

20:10-15:35

2 stops37h 25m

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Wed 22/10

20:00-14:35

1 stop25h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 29/10

18:15-16:35

1 stop16h 20m

£565

LondonSan José

LHR - SJO

LHRSJO

London Heathrow

Tue 7/10

06:50-22:55

2 stops23h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 24/10

08:00-08:10

2 stops41h 10m

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LondonSan José

LHR - SJO

LHRSJO

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15:30-23:15

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San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 15/12

09:00-07:10

1 stop16h 10m

£566

LondonSan José

LGW - SJO

LGWSJO

London Gatwick

Fri 5/9

12:10-13:02

2 stops55h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 16/9

13:00-09:35

2 stops37h 35m

£566

LondonSan José

LGW - SJO

LGWSJO

London Gatwick

Fri 27/6

10:00-22:40

1 stop19h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 19/7

20:00-06:55

2 stops27h 55m

£568

LondonSan José

LGW - SJO

LGWSJO

London Gatwick

Tue 2/9

18:35-13:10

1 stop25h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 24/9

14:40-17:55

2 stops20h 15m

£569

LondonGuatemala City

LGW - GUA

LGWGUA

London Gatwick

Fri 4/7

14:00-10:10

1 stop27h 10m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sat 26/7

11:12-10:00

1 stop15h 48m

£578

LondonSan José

LHR - SJO

LHRSJO

London Heathrow

Wed 10/9

08:25-11:55

2 stops34h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 23/9

13:00-20:45

2 stops24h 45m

£579

LondonGuatemala City

LHR - GUA

LHRGUA

London Heathrow

Thu 30/10

13:00-21:30

2 stops62h 30m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Fri 14/11

10:50-20:35

2 stops27h 45m

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Central America

How long is the flight to Central America?

On average, a flight from London to Central America takes 21 hours 59 minutes. Flights to Central America from other popular cities in United Kingdom will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Central America?

Users looking for the lowest fares to Central America should consider flying on Thursday afternoons, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Saturday evenings, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Central America?

The most popular airlines flying from London to Central America are Lufthansa, United Airlines and Air Canada.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Central America?

The cheapest airlines flying from London to Central America are TUI Airways, Icelandair and JetBlue.

Rainfall in Central America by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Central America ranges from 0.0 - 300.0 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 300.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Central America when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Central America 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, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 18.0 C).

What are the most popular places to fly to in Central America?

The most popular places in Central America to fly to are Costa Rica, Panama, Guatemala, Belize and Nicaragua.

Reviews of airlines servicing Central America

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,263 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,263 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,263 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.

Delta

8.0

Very Good

7,954 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,263 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.

KLM

7.8

Good

1,354 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,263 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.

Air France

7.5

Good

1,464 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,263 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.

SWISS

7.5

Good

1,617 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,263 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.

FAQs about flying to Central America

Can I find cheaper flights to Central America if I am willing to have stopovers?
Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Central America on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.
What is the best airline to fly to Central America?
Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, TUI Airways is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Central America.
What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Central America?
Panama City Marcos A. Gelabert Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Central America. One-way flights to Panama City Marcos A. Gelabert Intl typically cost £56, while return flights cost around £84.
How much is a return flight to Central America?
A return flight to Central America will typically cost around £319, however they can be found for as little as £187.
Where does the fastest flight to Central America depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to Central America, London offers the quickest one-way flight (11 hours 40 minutes).
Does San José Juan Santamaria Intl have car hire?
Yes. Those touching down at San José Juan Santamaria Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.
Are there hotels close to San José Juan Santamaria Intl?
Yes. San José Juan Santamaria Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Around Juan Santa María is the closest property to San José Juan Santamaria Intl (0.0 mi away from San José Juan Santamaria Intl).

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How long is the flight to Central America?

When is the cheapest time to fly to Central America?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from London to Central America. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Central America?

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Rainfall in Central America by month

Plan your trip to Central America by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

Temperature in Central America by month

Plan your trip to Central America by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

What are the most popular places to fly to in Central America?

Destination popularity is based on the amount of flight searches to Central America in the last few years. This data was updated on 8 June 2025.

The most popular places in Central America to fly to are Costa Rica, Panama, Guatemala, Belize and Nicaragua.

Reviews of airlines servicing Central America

FAQs about flying to Central America

Can I find cheaper flights to Central America if I am willing to have stopovers?

What is the best airline to fly to Central America?

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Central America?

How much is a return flight to Central America?

Where does the fastest flight to Central America depart from?

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