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R12 509 Cheap flights to Central America

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Delta Logo
21:40 - 13:12JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
47h 32m2 stops London Heathrow Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
14:37 - 8:40SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
58h 03m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson London Heathrow
R15 109Delta
Mon, Nov 16 - Sun, Nov 22
Delta Logo
21:40 - 22:15JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
32h 35m2 stops London Heathrow Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
14:37 - 8:40SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
58h 03m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson London Heathrow
R15 109Delta
Tue, Nov 17 - Sun, Nov 22
British Airways Logo
19:35 - 20:59JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-GUA Guatemala City La Aurora
33h 24m2 stops London Heathrow Miami
British Airways Logo
15:02 - 10:25GUA  Guatemala City La Aurora-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
35h 23m2 stops Miami London Heathrow
R18 203British Airways
Sun, Feb 7 - Sun, Feb 14
British Airways Logo
19:35 - 20:59JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-GUA Guatemala City La Aurora
33h 24m2 stops London Heathrow Miami
British Airways Logo
6:00 - 10:25GUA  Guatemala City La Aurora-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
44h 25m2 stops Miami London Heathrow
R18 664British Airways
Wed, Feb 3 - Sun, Feb 7
British Airways Logo
19:35 - 20:59JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-GUA Guatemala City La Aurora
33h 24m2 stops London Heathrow Miami
British Airways Logo
6:00 - 10:25GUA  Guatemala City La Aurora-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
44h 25m2 stops Miami London Heathrow
R18 697British Airways
Wed, Feb 3 - Sun, Feb 7
Delta Logo
21:20 - 22:15JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
32h 55m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
14:37 - 8:40SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
58h 03m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson London Heathrow
R18 928Delta
Sun, Nov 15 - Sun, Nov 22
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:35 - 13:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl
49h 30m2 stops London Heathrow Miami
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:19 - 7:35SAL  San Salvador El Salvador Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
34h 16m2 stops Miami London Heathrow
R19 915Multiple Airlines
Sun, Feb 7 - Sun, Feb 14
United Airlines Logo
20:50 - 22:48CPT  Cape Town Intl-GUA Guatemala City La Aurora
33h 58m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Newark
United Airlines Logo
2:40 - 16:10GUA  Guatemala City La Aurora-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 30m2 stops Los Angeles Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R20 030United Airlines
Tue, Jan 19 - Fri, Mar 5
United Airlines Logo
20:50 - 17:08CPT  Cape Town Intl-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
27h 18m2 stops Newark Orlando
United Airlines Logo
16:41 - 16:10PTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
64h 29m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R20 195United Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
United Airlines Logo
22:00 - 22:48JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-GUA Guatemala City La Aurora
32h 48m1 stop Newark
United Airlines Logo
1:05 - 18:35GUA  Guatemala City La Aurora-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
33h 30m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Newark
R20 327United Airlines
Sun, Feb 7 - Sat, Feb 13

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JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/11

21:40-13:12

2 stops47h 32m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 22/11

14:37-8:40

2 stops58h 03m

R15 109

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/11

21:40-22:15

2 stops32h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 22/11

14:37-8:40

2 stops58h 03m

R15 109

JohannesburgGuatemala City

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - GUA Guatemala City La Aurora

JNBGUA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/2

19:35-20:59

2 stops33h 24m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sun 14/2

15:02-10:25

2 stops35h 23m

R18 203

JohannesburgGuatemala City

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - GUA Guatemala City La Aurora

JNBGUA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/2

19:35-20:59

2 stops33h 24m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sun 7/2

6:00-10:25

2 stops44h 25m

R18 664

JohannesburgGuatemala City

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - GUA Guatemala City La Aurora

JNBGUA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/2

19:35-20:59

2 stops33h 24m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sun 7/2

6:00-10:25

2 stops44h 25m

R18 697

JohannesburgSan José

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

JNBSJO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/11

21:20-22:15

1 stop32h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 22/11

14:37-8:40

2 stops58h 03m

R18 928

JohannesburgSan Salvador

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SAL San Salvador El Salvador Intl

JNBSAL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/2

19:35-13:05

2 stops49h 30m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 14/2

13:19-7:35

2 stops34h 16m

R19 915
Fastest return journey

Cape TownGuatemala City

CPT Cape Town Intl - GUA Guatemala City La Aurora

CPTGUA

Cape Town Intl

Tue 19/1

20:50-22:48

2 stops33h 58m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Fri 5/3

2:40-16:10

2 stops29h 30m

R20 030

Cape TownPanama City

CPT Cape Town Intl - PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

CPTPTY

Cape Town Intl

Thu 26/11

20:50-17:08

2 stops27h 18m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 3/12

16:41-16:10

2 stops64h 29m

R20 195

JohannesburgGuatemala City

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - GUA Guatemala City La Aurora

JNBGUA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/2

22:00-22:48

1 stop32h 48m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sat 13/2

1:05-18:35

2 stops33h 30m

R20 327

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Flight prices to countries in Central America

Interested in flights to Central America? Find the countries in Central America that you can fly to for the biggest savings

Price

R19 257 - R24 951

CHEAPEST COUNTRYGuatemala13% cheaperUsers typically spent R2 979 less on flights to Guatemala
MOST EXPENSIVE COUNTRYBelize12% more expensiveUsers typically spent R2 716 more on trips to Belize
MOST POPULAR COUNTRY TO FLY TOPanama100% more popularAs a popular travel destination, more of our users plan to visit Panama than any other country in Central America

Where are the most popular flight destinations in Central America?

The most popular flight destination in Central America, according to our users, is Panama, followed by Costa Rica, Guatemala, Belize and Nicaragua.

Cheap Central America flight deals and tips

Summary info about Central America flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

R12 509

Best Round-Trip Price

R15 109

Fastest flight time

39h 50m
The best one-way flight price to Central America from South Africa in the last 5 days is R12 509 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to San José Juan Santamaria Intl).
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The best return flight price to Central America from South Africa in the last 5 days is R15 109 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to San José Juan Santamaria Intl).
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The fastest flight to Central America from South Africa takes 39h 50m (Johannesburg OR Tambo to San José Juan Santamaria Intl).
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Frequently asked questions about flying to Central America

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

Prices for flights to Central America refresh daily.

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

As of October 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights to Central America.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel to Central America.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Central America can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Central America. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Central America?

momondo collates all your flight options in one place and lets you filter them to find the perfect flight to Central America. momondo saves you time and could save you money on your trip.

Can I find flights to Central America with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for flights to Central America to just show those with flexible booking policies.

How can momondo help me find flights to Central America?

Once you have performed a search for flights to Central America, momondo helps you find the right flight by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.

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