Flying from La Ceiba Airport (LCE) to San Pedro Sula Airport (SAP): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from La Ceiba Airport to San Pedro Sula Airport is 40 minutes.
La Ceiba and San Pedro Sula are both in the UTC-6 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
Flights from LCE to SAP start from 07:30 — the earliest with Aerolineas Sosa. The latest departure is at 09:30 with Aerolineas Sosa. Overall, there are seven weekly La Ceiba Airport to San Pedro Sula Airport flights.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your LCE to SAP flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
Travelling to San Pedro Sula (and then seeing more of Honduras!) is a breeze with Aerolineas Sosa. This popular airline has direct flights from La Ceiba Airport to San Pedro Sula Airport.
Aerolineas Sosa is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from La Ceiba Airport (LCE) to San Pedro Sula Airport (SAP)
Right now, R 1,250 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way La Ceiba Airport to San Pedro Sula Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 2,535. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from LCE to SAP if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from La Ceiba Airport to San Pedro Sula Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from LCE to SAP.
Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from La Ceiba Airport to San Pedro Sula Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about La Ceiba Airport (LCE)
When it comes to the on-time performance of La Ceiba Airport, data shows 50% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To reach La Ceiba Airport from central La Ceiba, it takes about 10 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of around 20 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from La Ceiba Airport to San Pedro Sula Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near LCE:
Arriving at San Pedro Sula Airport (SAP)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a La Ceiba Airport to San Pedro Sula Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SAP instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a San Pedro Sula Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Ace Rent a Car, Alamo or Enterprise and explore beyond San Pedro Sula's main sights.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from San Pedro Sula Airport about one week in advance.
When to fly to San Pedro Sula Airport (SAP)
The quietest month for a flight from La Ceiba Airport to San Pedro Sula Airport is March, while June is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit San Pedro Sula based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from La Ceiba Airport to San Pedro Sula Airport for May if you'd like to visit San Pedro Sula during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LCE to SAP in January. Average temperatures are between 17ºC (63ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) then.
Explore more of Honduras
You've done San Pedro Sula, now it's time to explore other corners of Honduras. Travel around 177 kilometres south-east to Tegucigalpa to check off its leading attractions. From Cuevas de arte rupestre to Saint Francis Church and Basilica of Our Lady of Suyapa, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Next? Head onward to Choloma. It's roughly 14 kilometres north-east of San Pedro Sula and boasts highlights like Reserva Natural Los Monos.

