R11 608 Find Cheap Flights to Central America

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Cheap Flights to Central America

Cheapest return prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours
Panama City
Panama City2 stopsR24 382
San José
San José1 stopR26 989
Guatemala City
Guatemala City2 stopsR31 911
Liberia
Liberia2 stopsR29 563
Panama City
Panama City2 stopsR24 382
San José
San José1 stopR26 989
Guatemala City
Guatemala City2 stopsR31 911
Liberia
Liberia2 stopsR29 563

Book Cheap Central America Plane Tickets

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights to Central America that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals to Central America

Mon, Jul 27 - Mon, Aug 10
United Airlines Logo
10:25 - 4:04
JNB
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PTY
48h 39m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
9:45 - 18:30
PTY
-
JNB
25h 45m
1 stop
R24 382United Airlines
Tue, Sep 8 - Mon, Sep 28
United Airlines Logo
20:00 - 19:31
CPT
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PTY
30h 31m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
9:13 - 15:20
PTY
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CPT
23h 07m
1 stop
R25 095United Airlines
Tue, Sep 8 - Wed, Sep 30
United Airlines Logo
17:55 - 19:31
CPT
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PTY
32h 36m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
15:30 - 15:20
PTY
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CPT
40h 50m
2 stops
R25 273United Airlines
Wed, Jul 1 - Fri, Jul 31
United Airlines Logo
19:00 - 18:37
JNB
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PTY
54h 37m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
22:55 - 18:30
PTY
-
JNB
36h 35m
1 stop
R25 338United Airlines
Wed, Jul 8 - Tue, Jul 14
Multiple Airlines Logo
23:15 - 16:20
JNB
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SJO
25h 05m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:05 - 10:20
SJO
-
JNB
31h 15m
1 stop
R26 989Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jul 8 - Tue, Jul 14
Air France Logo
18:50 - 16:20
JNB
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SJO
29h 30m
2 stops
Air France Logo
19:05 - 10:20
SJO
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JNB
31h 15m
1 stop
R27 361Air France
Mon, Jul 27 - Mon, Aug 10
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:50 - 9:15
JNB
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PTY
30h 25m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:55 - 11:00
PTY
-
JNB
34h 05m
3 stops
R27 459Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 6 - Tue, Nov 10
Qatar Airways Logo
12:45 - 22:59
JNB
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SJO
42h 14m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
13:09 - 3:55
SJO
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JNB
30h 46m
2 stops
R27 896Qatar Airways
Wed, Jul 1 - Mon, Jul 27
KLM Logo
18:50 - 11:07
JNB
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BZE
48h 17m
2 stops
KLM Logo
12:15 - 10:20
BZE
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JNB
62h 05m
2 stops
R33 206KLM
Wed, Jul 1 - Mon, Jul 27
KLM Logo
18:50 - 11:07
JNB
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BZE
48h 17m
2 stops
KLM Logo
12:15 - 10:20
BZE
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JNB
62h 05m
2 stops
R35 084KLM
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KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to Central America

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights to Central America to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How many airports are there in Central America?

There are 40 airports in Central America. The busiest airport is Tocumen Airport, Panama (PTY), with 36% of all flights arriving there.

How long is the flight to Central America?

An average direct flight from South Africa to Central America takes 34h 27m, covering a distance of 20222 km. The shortest route is Cape Town (CPT) to San José (SJO) with an average flight time of 23h 52m.

What are the most popular destinations in Central America?

Based on KAYAK flight searches, the most popular destination is Panama City (48% of total searches to Central America). The next most popular destinations are San José (28%) and Guatemala City (17%). Searches for flights to Liberia (7%) are also popular.

Good to know

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flightR11 608
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 4% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (3% more expensive on average)
Flight from Johannesburg to Panama City

FAQs - booking Central America flights

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from South Africa to Central America?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from South Africa to Central America.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from South Africa to Central America?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from South Africa to Central America is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from South Africa to Central America?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly from South Africa to Central America with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from South Africa to Central America?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from South Africa to Central America up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Central America

  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Central America flight deals.

Reviews of the top 4 airlines flying to Central America

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from South Africa to Central America? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7,8
KLMOverall score based on 1529 reviews
7,8Boarding
8,4Crew
7,2Entertainment
7,3Food
7,7Comfort
Airline reviews

As always, it’s a pleasure to travel with KLM. It is one of my favorite airlines.

10,0 ExcellentGeorge, May 2026
OTP - AMS
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As always, it’s a pleasure to travel with KLM. It is one of my favorite airlines.

There were no charge points for phones on the economy seats. The seats were comfortable overall. Food was okay.. flight was on time

The flight was delayed. The aircraft was unclean. Promised seat was not given due to change in Aircraft. Not one crew on ground was in a position to give any response. Amsterdam Airport is AVIODABLE Over crowded. Over Expensive. Poor Services.

It was really nice journey i personally recommend klm flight

The crew were unprofessional with a racist element. I was physically abused as well from one of the crew members

Crew is not the cheerful type. very slow meal service (this is their style as have flown this many times)

I’m grateful for the KLM Air France shuttle bus service to Ottawa. However due to construction and other issues related to the chaotic Uber pickup system at YUL, it’s a challenge to find the Kelios bus service to Ottawa. The signs are not clear or even available. No staff to guide passengers. It’s a stressful experience.

Flight was on time, staff are friendly and helpful onboard.

Terrible last row seats many seats available but no offer to move to better seat

Delay on my previous leg, had to run to catch my flight. But that happens. Overall ok.

Everything is good except the seats are tightened no rooms for the legs,

The flight crew was exceptionally friendly and helpful. Also the seats were comfortable and roomier than many other airlines.

The plane's pilots, including the captain himself, thanked me for the flight. I know it's just marketing, but it was really nice to see these people. It's a great idea. Airplane food is never "good," but the entire crew and flight organization were top-notch. I really liked Delta, and I think I've traveled all over the world, and that was something new for me. Maybe even the old planes, the B767, but next time I have a choice, Delta will be my first choice. Thank you, a satisfied passenger :)

Middle seats SUCK!!!! I paid more money than I should have because of your terrible site Kayak.com. I'll try to use your competitors going forward. I am so disappointed you would play off business class.com as business class seats

The boarding was efficient. The entertainment system was a bit unstable but Air France has a good selection of movies.

Communication on the delay, rebooking and how to get a hotel was poor. Mails, airport check-in and transfer desk said different things.

Not consistent with the food quality (I mean taste not freshness)

Safe and stable made me sleepy and I slept and dreamt 😂😂😂😂

I don’t like that an equipment change caused my seat to change from 23A to 44A. The boarding was also delayed. The crew were excellent, however and very attentive. The food was not bad.

Worst airlines either. First leg was delayed because of crew not available. My connection was missed so they booked me automatically the next day! But, impossible to get anyone on site, web site does not let me access my reservation anymore, confirmed by useless agents over the phone. My 2-leg trip with part in business class arriving at 4:10pm ends up in an awful 3-leg arriving at 9pm the next day with no way to even choose the seats and of course at the very end of the plane. I can understand problems arrive but the way Air France handle it is just unacceptable. You are on your own. Apparently getting you to your destination is the only thing they consider their duty. The customer experience and fatigue is none of their concern. And I have a status with them. I will reconsider my priorities when flying with Air France and encourage everyone to do the same.

It was good overall except from Omaha to Denver when flight a was a repeatedly delayed apparently due to some issue at Denver. Communications could have been handled better. I had to board then deboard with luggage and board again

Flight crew was super friendly and helpful. Food was frequent and honestly pretty good. Plenty of on-board entertainment. Economy seats are super cramped for such a long flight, but the crew allowed people to get up and stretch, and kids could wander with their parents, so we all made it work. Overall a very good experience.

Outstanding service, great food, friendly & efficient crew, safe & comfortable flight

Delayed - weather wasn't bad at either end. Also sat on tarmac in ORD.

Terrific in every way. On time, professional staff, multiple movie options to select, great food and drink.

Comfort, don't think I will fly United again not worth the money to be packed in like a sardine.

The boarding timing needs to be improved. The flight was delayed again because it took way too long to board. I was already exhausted from sleeping at the airport and spending all day there due to delay from my previous flight that connected in Chicago.

The flight was officially delayed 3 times, and was actually later than that. Combined, it was a 3 hour delay, but there was no recognition (miles, voucher, etc). The crew seemed stressed. The captain sounded nervous in his announcements. The flight itself was smooth and uneventful.

Great until we got to FRA. The next trip leg we were put in Business Class where seats had minimal padding!!!! They were awful and United Airlines needs to have their Lufthansa partner up their game or I won’t fly with them again!!

Good until I was put on air canada flight Houston Vancouver not even one cookie

They lost my luggage on my way to Namibia (I was unable to review that flight as I was in the bush/off line) It took 3 days to get my bag and I had to pay $375.00 to have it transported to my location as it was over 100 Kilometers from that Airport and the local Airlink carrier would not got that far.

Lady next to me was coughing profusely the entire flight, other lady moved seats because of it, 8 hours of that during an overnight flight is a bit much.

Cramped seating but standard in all smaller aircrafts today no matter what airlines. Crew very helpful, friendly & attentive so makes up for that.

Worst airline in the world. They downgraded me from business class to economy with no compensation.

Great flight, last one out the air-conditioning was far to hot and the return it was to cold and then issued blankets. On the outward bowned the headset connector didn't work properly. You had intermittent sound from the audio socket.

The crew on the flight were not particularly pleasant and fluid restriction was an issue. I was not allowed to fill my water bottle. Crew didn't check on passengers other than meal service.

Aircraft was comfortable even in economy, clean. Entertainment screens were excellent and. Hoice was very good. Good was just ok. Crew was not bad.

Entertainment system didn't work well. Also no new movies and limited choice of other programmes. . And only one USB A charger option. Most modern electronic items needs USB C. Planes should offer both

Gate agents were late…flight was late and air attendants unhelpful.

Great flight. One unique individual assisting in business class who should have not been there. Need more generic meals, not British centric.

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