Question 1

Where is it cheapest to fly into Central America?

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If you're headed to Central America, consider flying into Guatemala City La Aurora airport in Guatemala City for the best deals, with an average airfare of $23. Alternatively, San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda airport in San Pedro Sula is a close second for cheapest flights to Central America with an average airfare of $35.

Question 2

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Central America?

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Prices for flights to Central America are refreshed on a daily basis.

Question 3

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Central America?

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As of May 2024, there are 53 operators available to choose from for flights to Central America.

Question 4

How old do you have to be to fly to Central America?

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Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel to Central America.

Question 5

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Central America?

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The required travel and health documents for your Central America trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Central America. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Question 6

Where can you fly directly into Central America from?

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When looking for Central America flight deals from the United States, you will have the option of direct and connecting flights. Some direct flights are available at airports such as New York John. F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) aboard JetBlue Airlines. Those flying from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) can fly with Delta Airlines, while passengers departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) can fly with Alaska Airlines. All these flights land at Liberia Guanacaste International Airport (LIR), Costa Rica. Other airlines, including Spirit Airlines, American Airlines,  Avianca Airlines, Delta Airlines, and Alaska Airlines, also offer nonstop flights to most Central American cities, such as Cancún, Mexico City, Panama City, Guatemala City, and San Salvador. You can depart from several US cities, like Miami, Orlando, Dallas, Houston, and Chicago. For affordable flights, you can consider flights with layover stops. For instance, if you are flying to El Salvador from Newark, you can fly with Spirit  Airlines with a layover stop at Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL). Bogota, Panama City, or Miami are other common layover cities for flights from Latin America to Costa Rica.

Question 7

How do you get to the downtown from Central America?

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The busiest and largest airport in Central America is Tocumen international airport (PTY), located in Panama City.  It links various US cities and states with Panama. Additionally, it serves as a hub for several airlines, allowing travelers to select the best airline. It is also renowned for its efficient operations, excellent customer service, and easily accessible offerings. When traveling from the airport to the city center, you can board a bus, taxi or rent a car. For those who want to get to the city center luxuriously, consider reserving an airport transfer for private transportation. Additionally, if you prefer driving to the city center, you can rent a car from providers such as Enterprise, Alamo, Europcar, Avis, Fox, Budget, Hertz, Dollar, Sixt, Thrifty, and National. These rental providers have service counters near the baggage claim area in the arrival hall, while the cars for rent are in the parking spaces opposite the terminal building. For passengers traveling to Costa Rica, you will land at Liberia Guanacaste International Airport or Juan Santamaría International Airport (LIR). Juan Santamaria Airport is the primary airport that serves as a hub for Volaris, Avianca, and Sansa Airlines, serving the capital of Costa Rica. Passengers arriving at Juan Santamaria Airport can board a bus, taxi, airport transfer, or rent a car. The most convenient means to get to the city center is by boarding a taxi or an airport transfer since it's the quickest way. Passengers flying from the US to Mexico can consider landing at Cancun International Airport (CUN) since it's among the major airports in Mexico where international flights land. The airport is nine miles from the city center of Cancun. To get to the city center, passengers can board a bus or hire a taxi.

Question 8

What passport or visa requirements are there when visiting Central America?

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A passport valid for at least six months after admission is necessary to fly into all Central American nations. In most countries, visas are only essential if you want to stay longer than 90 days. The only requirement for US residents traveling to Central America is that they have a valid passport for at least six months and that they keep them at all times. They will also need a tourist card valid for up to three months to enter nations like Honduras, Panama, and El Salvador. Americans don't require a visa to enter Central American countries such as Guatemala, Panama, El Salvador, Costa Rica, Honduras, and Nicaragua. However, you must obtain a visa to extend your stay for more than 90 days. Central America has no currency restrictions and recommends using local currency for each nation in Central America. Additionally, a vaccination certificate is necessary if you plan to travel to a Central American country from a region where yellow fever is possible, such as Panama's Kuna Yala region.

CHEAPEST COUNTRY	El Salvador	25% cheaper	Users typically spent $153 less on flights to El Salvador
MOST EXPENSIVE COUNTRY	Panama	28% more expensive	Users typically spent $174 more on trips to Panama
MOST POPULAR COUNTRY TO FLY TO	Costa Rica	136% more popular	As a popular travel destination, more of our users plan to visit Costa Rica than any other country in Central America

Best One-Way Price	$43
Best Round-Trip Price	$141
Fastest flight time	4h 17m
Operated By	7 airlines

Departing	Destination	Best Time	Best Price
Los Angeles	Guatemala City	4h 35m	$93
Houston	San Pedro Sula	2h 45m	$125
Miami	San Pedro Sula	2h 23m	$130
Houston	Guatemala City	2h 47m	$130
Houston	San Salvador	2h 50m	$131
Houston	San José	3h 39m	$139
Atlanta	San Salvador	3h 34m	$150
Fort Lauderdale	Guatemala City	2h 46m	$150
Orlando	San Pedro Sula	2h 45m	$152
Washington, D.C.	Guatemala City	4h 15m	$153
Fort Lauderdale	San José	2h 44m	$154
Los Angeles	San Salvador	4h 50m	$154
Fort Lauderdale	San Pedro Sula	2h 17m	$163
New York	Guatemala City	4h 45m	$165
Washington, D.C.	San Salvador	4h 17m	$166
Newark	San Salvador	4h 52m	$167

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