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£290+ Cheap flights 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 21/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— SJO
5 Aug — 12 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Central America in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Central America
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Central America. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 6 July 2026.

Sat 12/1213:00
LHR
-
GUA
1 stop15h 00m
Air Canada
Sun 14/210:30
GUA
-
LHR
2 stops28h 30m
Air Canada
Deal found 4/7£654
Sat 21/1118:00
LHR
-
GUA
2 stops58h 00m
Air Canada
Sun 29/1110:30
GUA
-
LHR
1 stop14h 40m
Air Canada
Deal found 4/7£659
Thu 3/1218:00
LHR
-
GUA
2 stops58h 00m
Air Canada
Tue 26/110:30
GUA
-
LHR
1 stop14h 40m
Air Canada
Deal found 5/7£660
Wed 26/806:50
LHR
-
GUA
2 stops21h 50m
United Airlines
Mon 31/806:15
GUA
-
LHR
2 stops22h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/7£661
Thu 10/918:35
LGW
-
SJO
1 stop26h 30m
SWISS
Fri 23/1015:50
SJO
-
LGW
1 stop19h 00m
SWISS
Deal found 6/7£662
Fri 25/907:30
LHR
-
GUA
2 stops21h 10m
United Airlines
Thu 15/1022:50
GUA
-
LHR
1 stop15h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/7£662
Sat 14/1113:45
LHR
-
SJO
2 stops40h 05m
Air Canada
Sat 5/1209:20
SJO
-
LHR
2 stops29h 40m
Air Canada
Deal found 5/7£663
Fri 20/1106:00
LHR
-
SJO
2 stops23h 50m
Air Canada
Sat 28/1109:20
SJO
-
LHR
2 stops29h 40m
Air Canada
Deal found 1/7£664
Thu 27/807:30
LHR
-
GUA
2 stops21h 10m
United Airlines
Sat 29/801:30
GUA
-
LHR
2 stops25h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/7£664
Tue 8/908:30
LHR
-
SJO
1 stop16h 05m
Lufthansa
Tue 22/919:25
SJO
-
LHR
1 stop15h 15m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/7£665
Thu 17/917:40
LGW
-
SJO
2 stops37h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 27/907:07
SJO
-
LGW
1 stop19h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7£665
Tue 17/1106:50
LHR
-
GUA
2 stops20h 35m
United Airlines
Mon 30/1123:57
GUA
-
LHR
1 stop14h 38m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/7£665

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Find the latest flights to Central America in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 858,174 searches and data was last updated on 6 July 2026.

Return from

£663

One-way from

£290

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£832

Good round-trip deal

£698 or less
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 14/11-5/12
  • 4 total stops
  • 69h 45m total
  • London to San José
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21/9
  • 21/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 05m total
  • London to Central America
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£16 potential savings vs. average return price).
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LondonGuatemala City

LHR - GUA

LHRGUA

London Heathrow

Tue 1/12

07:30-23:00

2 stops21h 30m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Wed 30/12

02:10-07:40

1 stop23h 30m

£662

LondonGuatemala City

LHR - GUA

LHRGUA

London Heathrow

Wed 2/9

07:30-21:40

2 stops21h 10m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Wed 23/9

06:15-10:25

2 stops21h 10m

£665

LondonGuatemala City

LHR - GUA

LHRGUA

London Heathrow

Mon 7/9

06:50-21:40

2 stops21h 50m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Mon 21/9

22:50-21:25

1 stop15h 35m

£668

LondonGuatemala City

LHR - GUA

LHRGUA

London Heathrow

Sun 15/11

07:30-21:25

2 stops19h 55m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Fri 20/11

02:10-05:55

2 stops21h 45m

£671

LondonGuatemala City

LHR - GUA

LHRGUA

London Heathrow

Wed 16/9

12:00-21:40

1 stop16h 40m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Fri 25/9

01:30-05:55

2 stops21h 25m

£683

LondonGuatemala City

LHR - GUA

LHRGUA

London Heathrow

Tue 18/8

08:00-18:49

2 stops17h 49m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Tue 25/8

06:15-11:35

1 stop22h 20m

£683

LondonPanama City

LGW - PTY

LGWPTY

London Gatwick

Thu 1/10

10:00-18:40

1 stop14h 40m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 5/10

20:25-16:25

1 stop14h 00m

£692

LondonPanama City

LHR - PTY

LHRPTY

London Heathrow

Wed 28/10

21:40-08:50

1 stop16h 10m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 6/11

02:55-14:35

1 stop30h 40m

£695

LondonPanama City

LHR - PTY

LHRPTY

London Heathrow

Wed 28/10

21:40-14:00

1 stop21h 20m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 4/11

02:55-14:35

1 stop30h 40m

£695

LondonSan José

LCY - SJO

LCYSJO

London City

Mon 14/9

09:20-18:24

2 stops16h 04m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 28/9

19:05-19:45

2 stops17h 40m

£741

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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 22 hours 40 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.

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

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

United Airlines
United Airlines
From £505
Air Canada
Air Canada
From £444
Lufthansa
Lufthansa
From £480
British Airways
British Airways
From £521

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Central America?

The cheapest airlines flying from London to Central America are American Airlines, Avianca and SWISS.

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 - 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

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, 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).

When is the best time to book a flight to Central America?

The price you pay for your flight to Central America may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 89 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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 6 July 2026.
The most popular places in Central America to fly to are Costa Rica, Panama, Guatemala, Belize and Nicaragua.

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 6 July 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines,Air Canada, andLufthansa 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,938 reviews
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Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Tim,Sept 2025

LHR - IAD

The premium economy seats were very comfortable and the attention and service by the flight attendants was superb.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,938 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,938 reviews
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Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Tim,Sept 2025

LHR - IAD

The premium economy seats were very comfortable and the attention and service by the flight attendants was superb.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
11,305 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,938 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Tim,Sept 2025

LHR - IAD

The premium economy seats were very comfortable and the attention and service by the flight attendants was superb.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
8,116 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,938 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Tim,Sept 2025

LHR - IAD

The premium economy seats were very comfortable and the attention and service by the flight attendants was superb.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
8,096 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,938 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Tim,Sept 2025

LHR - IAD

The premium economy seats were very comfortable and the attention and service by the flight attendants was superb.
Avianca
6.5
Okay
2,520 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,938 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Tim,Sept 2025

LHR - IAD

The premium economy seats were very comfortable and the attention and service by the flight attendants was superb.

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, Air France is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Central America.

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

    San José Juan Santamaria Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Central America. One-way flights to San José Juan Santamaria Intl typically cost £77, while return flights cost around £52.

  • How much is a return flight to Central America?

    A return flight to Central America will typically cost around £213, however they can be found for as little as £204.

  • 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 30 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 Maria is the closest property to San José Juan Santamaria Intl (0.0 mi away from San José Juan Santamaria Intl).

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