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£289+ 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 1/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— SJO
10 Jul — 17 Jul1
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 10 June 2026.

Tue 16/622:05
LHR
-
PTY
1 stop22h 10m
Avianca
Wed 24/610:10
PTY
-
LHR
1 stop23h 25m
Avianca
Deal found 5/6£628
Tue 25/810:00
LGW
-
PTY
1 stop14h 40m
Air Europa
Tue 29/920:25
PTY
-
LGW
1 stop30h 35m
Air Europa
Deal found 7/6£645
Sun 22/1111:05
LHR
-
GUA
2 stops40h 30m
Air Canada
Sun 29/1110:50
GUA
-
LHR
1 stop14h 20m
Air Canada
Deal found 5/6£646
Sun 1/1110:00
LGW
-
PTY
1 stop14h 45m
Air Europa
Fri 6/1121:30
PTY
-
LGW
1 stop30h 30m
Air Europa
Deal found 7/6£647
Sat 17/1017:10
LHR
-
PTY
1 stop32h 25m
British Airways
Sun 25/1015:35
PTY
-
LHR
1 stop14h 55m
British Airways
Deal found 7/6£647
Sat 17/1017:25
LGW
-
PTY
1 stop31h 15m
Air Europa
Sun 25/1021:30
PTY
-
LGW
1 stop13h 55m
Air Europa
Deal found 7/6£649
Mon 15/622:05
LHR
-
SJO
1 stop24h 20m
Avianca
Mon 29/605:45
SJO
-
LHR
2 stops26h 50m
Avianca
Deal found 8/6£650
Thu 11/622:05
LHR
-
SJO
2 stops32h 10m
Avianca
Sun 14/605:45
SJO
-
LHR
2 stops26h 50m
Avianca
Deal found 6/6£651
Wed 17/622:05
LHR
-
SJO
2 stops32h 10m
Avianca
Tue 14/705:45
SJO
-
LHR
2 stops26h 50m
Avianca
Deal found 6/6£653
Thu 5/1118:40
LHR
-
SJO
2 stops34h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 19/1108:35
SJO
-
LHR
2 stops18h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6£653
Sat 20/618:35
LGW
-
SJO
1 stop25h 20m
SWISS
Sun 5/714:40
SJO
-
LGW
2 stops20h 10m
SWISS
Deal found 6/6£653
Mon 14/1206:00
LHR
-
GUA
2 stops22h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 10/110:30
GUA
-
LHR
1 stop14h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/6£653

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Browse one-way and return flights deals to Central America on Cheapflights. Flight deals are based on user searches and were last updated on 10 June 2026
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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 10 June 2026.

Return from

£650

One-way from

£289

Popular in

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Cheapest in

September

Average price

£686

Good round-trip deal

£697 or less
Avianca
  • Avianca
  • 24/6-9/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 40h 55m total
  • London to San José
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1/9
  • 1/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 32h 11m total
  • London to Central America
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£17 potential savings vs. average return price).
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LondonGuatemala City

LHR - GUA

LHRGUA

London Heathrow

Wed 2/9

07:30-21:40

2 stops21h 10m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Wed 16/9

12:27-07:45

1 stop36h 18m

£668

LondonGuatemala City

LHR - GUA

LHRGUA

London Heathrow

Sat 10/10

06:50-21:40

2 stops21h 50m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Fri 16/10

22:50-20:40

1 stop14h 50m

£668

LondonGuatemala City

LHR - GUA

LHRGUA

London Heathrow

Mon 7/9

06:50-21:40

2 stops21h 50m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Mon 21/9

06:15-11:55

2 stops22h 40m

£671

LondonPanama City

LHR - PTY

LHRPTY

London Heathrow

Fri 27/11

21:40-18:55

2 stops26h 15m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Fri 11/12

19:50-14:35

2 stops37h 45m

£674

LondonPanama City

LHR - PTY

LHRPTY

London Heathrow

Thu 9/7

09:30-04:04

2 stops24h 34m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 13/7

07:55-08:20

2 stops18h 25m

£680

LondonPanama City

LHR - PTY

LHRPTY

London Heathrow

Wed 8/7

07:30-04:04

2 stops26h 34m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 13/7

10:00-07:45

1 stop15h 45m

£680

LondonPanama City

LHR - PTY

LHRPTY

London Heathrow

Wed 8/7

09:30-04:04

2 stops24h 34m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 22/7

22:55-20:40

1 stop15h 45m

£680

LondonPanama City

LHR - PTY

LHRPTY

London Heathrow

Mon 17/8

07:30-04:04

2 stops26h 34m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 30/8

15:30-07:45

1 stop34h 15m

£683

LondonPanama City

LHR - PTY

LHRPTY

London Heathrow

Thu 3/9

10:50-04:04

2 stops23h 14m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 15/9

09:45-10:40

2 stops18h 55m

£683

LondonGuatemala City

LHR - GUA

LHRGUA

London Heathrow

Mon 31/8

15:50-11:29

2 stops26h 39m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Thu 17/9

13:05-20:10

2 stops24h 05m

£690

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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 1 minute. 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, Lufthansa and Air Canada.

United Airlines
United Airlines
From £504
Lufthansa
Lufthansa
From £479
Air Canada
Air Canada
From £447
KLM
KLM
From £422

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 59 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 10 June 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 10 June 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
9,809 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,809 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,809 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
11,158 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,809 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
8,053 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,809 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
8,039 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,809 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.
Avianca
6.5
Okay
2,535 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,809 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.

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?

    Belize City Philip S.W.Goldson is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Central America. One-way flights to Belize City Philip S.W.Goldson typically cost £46, 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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