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Flights to Central America in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Central America

Mon 16/1121:35 -
1 stop24h 05m
Sun 29/1114:50 -
1 stop17h 45m
Deal found 10/11£631
Mon 23/1121:35 -
2 stops29h 30m
Mon 8/307:45 -
1 stop24h 50m
Deal found 9/11£638
Tue 24/1121:35 -
1 stop24h 40m
Tue 1/1218:10 -
1 stop15h 25m
Deal found 10/11£641
Mon 16/1121:35 -
2 stops19h 15m
Sun 29/1105:25 -
2 stops27h 10m
Deal found 9/11£651
Thu 26/1121:35 -
1 stop15h 00m
Sat 5/1214:50 -
1 stop17h 45m
Deal found 9/11£655
Tue 24/1121:35 -
1 stop15h 00m
Tue 9/314:50 -
1 stop17h 45m
Deal found 9/11£656
Mon 16/1121:35 -
1 stop22h 40m
Thu 19/1110:05 -
1 stop23h 30m
Deal found 12/11£663
Tue 17/1121:35 -
1 stop25h 50m
Mon 30/1114:00 -
1 stop18h 35m
Deal found 10/11£663
Mon 23/1112:40 -
1 stop15h 35m
Sun 29/1119:30 -
1 stop15h 30m
Deal found 10/11£664
Thu 19/1121:35 -
2 stops17h 00m
Sun 22/1104:30 -
2 stops28h 05m
Deal found 12/11£664
Sun 15/1110:50 -
1 stop17h 25m
Wed 18/1118:10 -
2 stops16h 25m
Deal found 11/11£665
Thu 12/1112:40 -
1 stop30h 01m
Fri 11/1210:38 -
2 stops21h 47m
Deal found 9/11£666

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Return from

£664

One-way from

£250

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£735

Good round-trip deal

£703 or less
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  • 23/11-29/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 05m total
  • London to San José
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9/2-31/12
  • 9/2-31/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 15m total
  • London to Central America
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LondonPanama City

LHR London Heathrow - PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

LHRPTY

London Heathrow

Wed 10/2

09:15-01:20

2 stops21h 05m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-06:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£256

LondonPanama City

LHR London Heathrow - PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

LHRPTY

London Heathrow

Mon 22/2

15:30-17:15

3 stops30h 45m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-06:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£274

LondonPanama City

LHR London Heathrow - PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

LHRPTY

London Heathrow

Sat 13/3

10:45-01:20

2 stops19h 35m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-06:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£303

LondonGuatemala City

LHR London Heathrow - GUA Guatemala City La Aurora

LHRGUA

London Heathrow

Mon 1/2

09:55-13:05

2 stops33h 10m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Wed 31/12

00:00-07:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£344

LondonGuatemala City

LHR London Heathrow - GUA Guatemala City La Aurora

LHRGUA

London Heathrow

Tue 4/5

20:50-01:40

2 stops35h 50m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Wed 31/12

00:00-07:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£349

LondonPanama City

LGW London Gatwick - PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

LGWPTY

London Gatwick

Sat 13/3

10:00-09:10

2 stops28h 10m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-06:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£351

LondonPanama City

LGW London Gatwick - PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

LGWPTY

London Gatwick

Fri 19/3

13:15-17:15

3 stops33h 00m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-06:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£355

LondonGuatemala City

LHR London Heathrow - GUA Guatemala City La Aurora

LHRGUA

London Heathrow

Mon 1/2

21:35-17:25

1 stop25h 50m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Wed 31/12

00:00-07:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£393

LondonManagua

LHR London Heathrow - MGA Managua Augusto C Sandino

LHRMGA

London Heathrow

Mon 25/1

21:35-00:05

2 stops32h 30m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Wed 31/12

00:00-07:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£414

LondonSan Pedro Sula

LHR London Heathrow - SAP San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda

LHRSAP

London Heathrow

Sun 10/1

21:35-23:40

2 stops32h 05m

San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda

Wed 31/12

00:00-07:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£420

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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 16 hours 36 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 £491
Avianca
Avianca
From £394
British Airways
British Airways
From £615
Air Canada
Air Canada
From £460

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Central America?

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

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).

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 64 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?

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 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
7.3
Good
10,486 reviews
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Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Dawn,Jul 2026

ORD - GRR

The crew aboard the plane were not very friendly. They definitely acted like it was a chore to be there.
United Airlines
7.3
Good
10,486 reviews
United Airlines
7.3
Good
10,486 reviews
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Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Dawn,Jul 2026

ORD - GRR

The crew aboard the plane were not very friendly. They definitely acted like it was a chore to be there.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
11,896 reviews
United Airlines
7.3
Good
10,486 reviews
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Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Dawn,Jul 2026

ORD - GRR

The crew aboard the plane were not very friendly. They definitely acted like it was a chore to be there.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
8,294 reviews
United Airlines
7.3
Good
10,486 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Dawn,Jul 2026

ORD - GRR

The crew aboard the plane were not very friendly. They definitely acted like it was a chore to be there.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
8,282 reviews
United Airlines
7.3
Good
10,486 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Dawn,Jul 2026

ORD - GRR

The crew aboard the plane were not very friendly. They definitely acted like it was a chore to be there.
Avianca
6.5
Okay
2,545 reviews
United Airlines
7.3
Good
10,486 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Dawn,Jul 2026

ORD - GRR

The crew aboard the plane were not very friendly. They definitely acted like it was a chore to be there.

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, United Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Central America.

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

    Flores Santa Elena is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Central America. One-way flights to Flores Santa Elena typically cost £61, while return flights cost around £77.

  • How much is a return flight to Central America?

    A return flight to Central America will typically cost around £1,101, however they can be found for as little as £618.

  • 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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