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2 Dec — 9 Dec1
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Flights to Central America in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Central America

Thu 19/1121:35 -
1 stop15h 00m
Fri 27/1114:50 -
1 stop17h 45m
Deal found 2/11£586
Thu 26/1121:35 -
1 stop15h 00m
Sat 5/1214:50 -
1 stop17h 45m
Deal found 1/11£589
Mon 9/1121:35 -
1 stop24h 05m
Sun 22/1107:45 -
1 stop24h 50m
Deal found 2/11£629
Mon 9/1121:35 -
2 stops19h 15m
Wed 18/1105:25 -
2 stops27h 10m
Deal found 30/10£644
Mon 9/1121:35 -
2 stops19h 15m
Sun 22/1105:25 -
2 stops27h 10m
Deal found 2/11£647
Fri 13/1121:35 -
1 stop17h 15m
Sun 22/1117:15 -
1 stop15h 20m
Deal found 1/11£647
Thu 26/1121:35 -
1 stop16h 35m
Thu 3/1218:10 -
1 stop15h 25m
Deal found 29/10£649
Tue 3/1116:00 -
1 stop27h 00m
Tue 10/1119:30 -
1 stop14h 35m
Deal found 31/10£650
Tue 1/1216:00 -
1 stop26h 45m
Tue 8/1216:17 -
2 stops18h 43m
Deal found 1/11£650
Sun 29/1121:35 -
1 stop16h 35m
Thu 3/1218:10 -
1 stop15h 25m
Deal found 30/10£650
Thu 5/1116:00 -
1 stop27h 00m
Tue 10/1119:30 -
1 stop14h 35m
Deal found 30/10£651
Thu 5/1116:00 -
1 stop27h 00m
Wed 11/1119:30 -
1 stop14h 35m
Deal found 1/11£652

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Return from

£647

One-way from

£296

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£727

Good round-trip deal

£696 or less
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  • 9/2-3/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 38h 04m total
  • London to San José
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  • 18/2-31/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 22h 40m total
  • London to Central America
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LondonPanama City

LGW London Gatwick - PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

LGWPTY

London Gatwick

Mon 1/2

08:35-17:15

2 stops37h 40m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-06:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£303

LondonSan Salvador

LHR London Heathrow - SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl

LHRSAL

London Heathrow

Wed 20/1

18:50-06:30

2 stops41h 40m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-07:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£328

LondonPanama City

LGW London Gatwick - PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

LGWPTY

London Gatwick

Fri 15/1

15:25-01:20

2 stops38h 55m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-06:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£335

LondonPanama City

LHR London Heathrow - PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

LHRPTY

London Heathrow

Sun 31/1

10:45-17:15

2 stops35h 30m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-06:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£346

LondonPanama City

LGW London Gatwick - PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

LGWPTY

London Gatwick

Sun 11/4

17:30-09:15

2 stops21h 45m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-06:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£376

LondonGuatemala City

LHR London Heathrow - GUA Guatemala City La Aurora

LHRGUA

London Heathrow

Fri 15/1

20:50-00:55

2 stops34h 05m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Wed 31/12

00:00-07:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£386

LondonGuatemala City

LHR London Heathrow - GUA Guatemala City La Aurora

LHRGUA

London Heathrow

Mon 11/1

09:55-17:25

2 stops37h 30m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Wed 31/12

00:00-07:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£397

LondonPanama City

LHR London Heathrow - PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

LHRPTY

London Heathrow

Sun 11/4

13:45-09:15

3 stops25h 30m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-06:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£407

LondonPanama City

LHR London Heathrow - PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

LHRPTY

London Heathrow

Sun 11/4

22:05-17:00

1 stop24h 55m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-06:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£422

LondonSan José

LHR London Heathrow - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

LHRSJO

London Heathrow

Tue 24/11

21:35-16:20

1 stop24h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-07:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£425

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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 15 hours 58 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 British Airways.

United Airlines
United Airlines
From £486
Avianca
Avianca
From £390
British Airways
British Airways
From £520
Air Canada
Air Canada
From £455

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 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
7.3
Good
10,463 reviews
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Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.7

Overall

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
10,463 reviews
United Airlines
7.3
Good
10,463 reviews
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Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.7

Overall

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
11,846 reviews
United Airlines
7.3
Good
10,463 reviews
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Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.7

Overall

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
8,299 reviews
United Airlines
7.3
Good
10,463 reviews
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Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.7

Overall

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
8,280 reviews
United Airlines
7.3
Good
10,463 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.7

Overall

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
2,548 reviews
United Airlines
7.3
Good
10,463 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.7

Overall

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?

    Guatemala City La Aurora is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Central America. One-way flights to Guatemala City La Aurora typically cost £70, 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 £1,090, however they can be found for as little as £611.

  • 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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