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2 Nov — 9 Nov1
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Flights to Central America in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Central America

Thu 5/1121:35 -
1 stop15h 00m
Sat 14/1114:50 -
1 stop17h 45m
Deal found 28/9£508
Mon 2/1121:35 -
1 stop15h 00m
Sun 15/1114:50 -
1 stop17h 45m
Deal found 2/10£513
Tue 3/1121:35 -
1 stop15h 00m
Mon 16/1107:45 -
1 stop24h 50m
Deal found 2/10£514
Mon 2/1121:35 -
1 stop15h 00m
Tue 10/1114:50 -
1 stop17h 45m
Deal found 30/9£514
Thu 12/1109:00 -
2 stops35h 10m
Thu 19/1115:10 -
1 stop35h 20m
Deal found 28/9£532
Wed 9/1213:00 -
1 stop31h 20m
Mon 14/1215:10 -
1 stop14h 10m
Deal found 28/9£533
Fri 13/1109:00 -
2 stops35h 10m
Wed 25/1115:10 -
1 stop14h 10m
Deal found 29/9£538
Mon 9/1121:35 -
1 stop22h 40m
Mon 30/1110:05 -
1 stop23h 30m
Deal found 2/10£551
Tue 27/1018:00 -
1 stop25h 10m
Tue 3/1115:20 -
1 stop33h 50m
Deal found 29/9£552
Tue 3/1121:35 -
1 stop16h 35m
Thu 12/1116:10 -
1 stop17h 25m
Deal found 28/9£552
Wed 4/1121:35 -
1 stop22h 40m
Wed 11/1118:10 -
1 stop15h 25m
Deal found 29/9£553
Sun 15/1121:35 -
1 stop22h 40m
Sun 22/1118:10 -
1 stop15h 25m
Deal found 1/10£557

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Return from

£637

One-way from

£343

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£709

Good round-trip deal

£664 or less

Good one-way deal

£797 or less
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  • 21/11-5/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 54h 35m total
  • London to San José
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  • 7/3-31/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 30m total
  • London to Central America
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LondonPanama City

LHR London Heathrow - PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

LHRPTY

London Heathrow

Sun 7/3

15:45-09:10

2 stops22h 25m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-06:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£365

LondonPanama City

LGW London Gatwick - PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

LGWPTY

London Gatwick

Mon 25/1

09:00-01:20

2 stops21h 20m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-06:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£388

LondonPanama City

LHR London Heathrow - PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

LHRPTY

London Heathrow

Wed 10/3

20:50-01:20

2 stops33h 30m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-06:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£393

LondonPanama City

LGW London Gatwick - PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

LGWPTY

London Gatwick

Tue 2/2

15:00-09:10

3 stops23h 10m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-06:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£399

LondonPanama City

LGW London Gatwick - PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

LGWPTY

London Gatwick

Fri 8/1

19:45-01:20

3 stops34h 35m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-06:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£414

LondonSan Salvador

LHR London Heathrow - SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl

LHRSAL

London Heathrow

Wed 11/11

15:30-15:40

3 stops30h 10m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-07:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£436

LondonSan José

LHR London Heathrow - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

LHRSJO

London Heathrow

Wed 31/3

08:40-18:34

2 stops16h 54m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-07:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£440

LondonSan Pedro Sula

LHR London Heathrow - SAP San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda

LHRSAP

London Heathrow

Thu 7/1

20:50-23:40

3 stops32h 50m

San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda

Wed 31/12

00:00-07:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£446

LondonPanama City

LHR London Heathrow - PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

LHRPTY

London Heathrow

Wed 10/3

06:20-20:20

1 stop19h 00m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-06:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£449

LondonSan José

LHR London Heathrow - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

LHRSJO

London Heathrow

Wed 24/3

12:20-22:36

1 stop16h 16m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-07:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£452

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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 17 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, Air Canada and Avianca.

United Airlines
United Airlines
From £492
Air Canada
Air Canada
From £447
British Airways
British Airways
From £527
Avianca
Avianca
From £395

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

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 60 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
7.4
Good
10,283 reviews
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Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

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
7.4
Good
10,283 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,283 reviews
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Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

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
11,714 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,283 reviews
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Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

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
8,253 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,283 reviews
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Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

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
8,244 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,283 reviews
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Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

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
2,560 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,283 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

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?

    Coxen Hole Roatan is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Central America. One-way flights to Coxen Hole Roatan typically cost £73, while return flights cost around £132.

  • How much is a return flight to Central America?

    A return flight to Central America will typically cost around £412, however they can be found for as little as £412.

  • 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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