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R13 759 Cheap flights to Central America

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British Airways Logo
22:00 - 20:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-GUA Guatemala City La Aurora
30h 40m2 stops London Heathrow Miami
British Airways Logo
15:08 - 10:25GUA  Guatemala City La Aurora-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
35h 17m2 stops Miami London Heathrow
R18 116British Airways
Wed, Feb 3 - Sun, Feb 7
British Airways Logo
22:00 - 20:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-GUA Guatemala City La Aurora
30h 40m2 stops London Heathrow Miami
British Airways Logo
15:08 - 10:25GUA  Guatemala City La Aurora-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
35h 17m2 stops Miami London Heathrow
R18 148British Airways
Wed, Feb 3 - Sun, Feb 7
British Airways Logo
22:00 - 20:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-GUA Guatemala City La Aurora
30h 40m2 stops London Heathrow Miami
British Airways Logo
15:08 - 10:25GUA  Guatemala City La Aurora-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
35h 17m2 stops Miami London Heathrow
R18 244British Airways
Wed, Feb 3 - Sun, Feb 7
United Airlines Logo
20:50 - 22:48CPT  Cape Town Intl-GUA Guatemala City La Aurora
33h 58m1 stop Newark
United Airlines Logo
1:05 - 18:00GUA  Guatemala City La Aurora-CPT Cape Town Intl
32h 55m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Newark
R19 590United Airlines
Thu, Jan 21 - Sat, Feb 27
United Airlines Logo
20:50 - 5:48CPT  Cape Town Intl-GUA Guatemala City La Aurora
40h 58m2 stops Newark Los Angeles Los Angeles
United Airlines Logo
1:05 - 18:00GUA  Guatemala City La Aurora-CPT Cape Town Intl
32h 55m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Newark
R19 590United Airlines
Thu, Jan 21 - Sat, Feb 27
United Airlines Logo
20:50 - 12:26CPT  Cape Town Intl-GUA Guatemala City La Aurora
47h 36m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
1:05 - 16:10GUA  Guatemala City La Aurora-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 05m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R19 718United Airlines
Tue, Jan 19 - Fri, Mar 5
Air Europa Logo
18:55 - 18:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
30h 45m1 stop Madrid Barajas
Air Europa Logo
21:30 - 10:50PTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 20m1 stop Madrid Barajas
R20 903Air Europa
Thu, Oct 22 - Thu, Oct 29
Air Europa Logo
19:55 - 19:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
30h 50m1 stop Madrid Barajas
Air Europa Logo
21:30 - 10:50PTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 20m1 stop Madrid Barajas
R21 272Air Europa
Sat, Jan 30 - Thu, Feb 4
KLM Logo
23:59 - 16:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
23h 31m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
KLM Logo
18:45 - 22:00PTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
44h 15m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R32 709KLM
Wed, Dec 9 - Wed, Dec 30
KLM Logo
23:59 - 16:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl
23h 31m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
KLM Logo
18:45 - 22:00PTY  Panama City Tocumen Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
44h 15m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R39 084KLM
Tue, Dec 8 - Wed, Dec 30

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JohannesburgGuatemala City

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - GUA Guatemala City La Aurora

JNBGUA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/2

22:00-20:40

2 stops30h 40m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sun 7/2

15:08-10:25

2 stops35h 17m

R18 116

JohannesburgGuatemala City

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - GUA Guatemala City La Aurora

JNBGUA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/2

22:00-20:40

2 stops30h 40m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sun 7/2

15:08-10:25

2 stops35h 17m

R18 148

JohannesburgGuatemala City

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - GUA Guatemala City La Aurora

JNBGUA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/2

22:00-20:40

2 stops30h 40m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sun 7/2

15:08-10:25

2 stops35h 17m

R18 244

Cape TownGuatemala City

CPT Cape Town Intl - GUA Guatemala City La Aurora

CPTGUA

Cape Town Intl

Thu 21/1

20:50-22:48

1 stop33h 58m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sat 27/2

1:05-18:00

2 stops32h 55m

R19 590

Cape TownGuatemala City

CPT Cape Town Intl - GUA Guatemala City La Aurora

CPTGUA

Cape Town Intl

Thu 21/1

20:50-5:48

2 stops40h 58m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sat 27/2

1:05-18:00

2 stops32h 55m

R19 590

Cape TownGuatemala City

CPT Cape Town Intl - GUA Guatemala City La Aurora

CPTGUA

Cape Town Intl

Tue 19/1

20:50-12:26

2 stops47h 36m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Fri 5/3

1:05-16:10

1 stop31h 05m

R19 718
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgPanama City

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

JNBPTY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/10

18:55-18:40

1 stop30h 45m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 29/10

21:30-10:50

1 stop30h 20m

R20 903

JohannesburgPanama City

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

JNBPTY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 30/1

19:55-19:45

1 stop30h 50m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 4/2

21:30-10:50

1 stop30h 20m

R21 272

JohannesburgPanama City

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

JNBPTY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/12

23:59-16:30

1 stop23h 31m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 30/12

18:45-22:00

1 stop44h 15m

R32 708

JohannesburgPanama City

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PTY Panama City Tocumen Intl

JNBPTY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/12

23:59-16:30

1 stop23h 31m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 30/12

18:45-22:00

1 stop44h 15m

R39 084

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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

R18 853 - R34 620

CHEAPEST COUNTRYGuatemala23% cheaperUsers typically spent R5 526 less on flights to Guatemala
MOST EXPENSIVE COUNTRYCosta Rica42% more expensiveUsers typically spent R10 235 more on trips to Costa Rica
MOST POPULAR COUNTRY TO FLY TOPanama131% 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, Nicaragua and Belize.

Cheap Central America flight deals and tips

Summary info about Central America flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

R13 759

Best Round-Trip Price

R18 116

Fastest flight time

36h 31m
The best one-way flight price to Central America from South Africa in the last 5 days is R13 759 (Cape Town Intl to Guatemala City La Aurora).
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The best return flight price to Central America from South Africa in the last 5 days is R18 116 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Guatemala City La Aurora).
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The fastest flight to Central America from South Africa takes 36h 31m (Cape Town Intl 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 September 2026, there are 4 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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