How long is the flight from California to El Salvador?

Average flight duration from California to El Salvador depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Los Angeles to San Salvador is 4h 49m on average, while flying from San Francisco to San Salvador is 5h 20m on average. San Salvador is the most popular airport in El Salvador.

How many flights depart from California to El Salvador on average per week?

The number of flights available between California and El Salvador is 65 per week as of September 2025. The most frequent departure day is Wed, with 22% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

How many flights depart from California to El Salvador on average per day?

9 flights are operational daily from California to El Salvador as of September 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 1:00PM, with 45% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to El Salvador?

United Airlines, Volaris El Salvador, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from California to El Salvador

What airlines fly to El Salvador?

Avianca, Volaris El Salvador and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to El Salvador from California according to our data. Avianca is the first choice among our users, with 51% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to El Salvador. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to El Salvador on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to El Salvador?

Prices for flights from California to El Salvador are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to El Salvador?

As of September 2025, there are 10 operators available to choose from for flights from California to El Salvador.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to El Salvador?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from California to El Salvador.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to El Salvador?

The required travel and health documents for your El Salvador 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 El Salvador. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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10:50 pm - 5:39 amLAX-SAL

4h 49mnonstop

5:45 pm - 9:20 pmSAL-LAX

5h 35mnonstop

$240Volaris El Salvador

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Tue, Jan 20 - Thu, Jan 29

11:59 pm - 7:43 pmLAX-SAL

17h 44m1 stop

1:30 am - 6:10 pmSAL-LAX

17h 40m1 stop

$244United Airlines

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6:15 am - 7:00 amSJC-SAL

23h 45m1 stop

6:15 pm - 10:09 amSAL-SJC

16h 54m1 stop

$254Multiple Airlines

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6:55 pm - 11:55 amLAX-SAL

15h 00m2 stops

4:10 pm - 9:00 amSAL-LAX

18h 50m1 stop

$264American Airlines

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12:59 am - 1:34 pmLAX-SAL

10h 35m1 stop

4:10 pm - 10:25 amSAL-LAX

20h 15m1 stop

$265American Airlines

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Sun, Jan 25 - Sun, Feb 8

2:10 pm - 9:05 pmLAX-SAL

4h 55mnonstop

5:30 am - 10:55 amSAL-LAX

7h 25m1 stop

$272Avianca

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12:25 pm - 9:05 pmLAX-SAL

6h 40m1 stop

9:10 am - 12:45 pmSAL-LAX

5h 35mnonstop

$277Avianca

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1:00 pm - 7:50 pmLAX-SAL

4h 50mnonstop

7:00 am - 10:35 amSAL-LAX

5h 35mnonstop

$281Multiple Airlines

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12:15 am - 1:58 pmLAS-SAL

11h 43m1 stop

1:47 pm - 10:10 pmSAL-LAS

10h 23m1 stop

$324Spirit Airlines

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12:15 am - 1:58 pmLAS-SAL

11h 43m1 stop

1:47 pm - 10:10 pmSAL-LAS

10h 23m1 stop

$326Spirit Airlines

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American Airlines flights from California to El Salvador

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American Airlines

Jan 17

LAX6:55 pmLos Angeles

15h 00m

2 stops

SAL11:55 amSan Salvador El Salvador Intl

Jan 24

SAL4:10 pmSan Salvador El Salvador Intl

18h 50m

1 stop

LAX9:00 amLos Angeles

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Jan 25

LAX12:59 amLos Angeles

10h 35m

1 stop

SAL1:34 pmSan Salvador El Salvador Intl

Feb 8

SAL4:10 pmSan Salvador El Salvador Intl

20h 15m

1 stop

LAX10:25 amLos Angeles

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Jan 15

LAX1:35 pmLos Angeles

20h 20m

1 stop

SAL11:55 amSan Salvador El Salvador Intl

Jan 29

SAL3:30 pmSan Salvador El Salvador Intl

9h 26m

1 stop

LAX10:56 pmLos Angeles

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Mar 3

LAX11:59 pmLos Angeles

17h 44m

1 stop

SAL7:43 pmSan Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mar 9

SAL1:30 amSan Salvador El Salvador Intl

17h 40m

1 stop

LAX6:10 pmLos Angeles

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Feb 22

LAX10:46 pmLos Angeles

4h 59m

SAL5:45 amSan Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mar 2

SAL2:30 amSan Salvador El Salvador Intl

22h 00m

1 stop

LAX10:30 pmLos Angeles

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Feb 15

LAX10:46 pmLos Angeles

4h 59m

SAL5:45 amSan Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mar 3

SAL3:00 amSan Salvador El Salvador Intl

5h 35m

LAX6:35 amLos Angeles

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LAX - SAL

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Tue 1/20

10:50 pm-5:39 am

Nonstop4h 49m

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Thu 1/29

5:45 pm-9:20 pm

Nonstop5h 35m

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LAX - SAL

LAXSAL

Los Angeles

Tue 3/3

11:59 pm-7:43 pm

1 stop17h 44m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 3/9

1:30 am-6:10 pm

1 stop17h 40m

$244

San JoseSan Salvador

SJC - SAL

SJCSAL

San Jose

Sat 10/25

6:15 am-7:00 am

1 stop23h 45m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 10/31

6:15 pm-10:09 am

1 stop16h 54m

$254

Los AngelesSan Salvador

LAX - SAL

LAXSAL

Los Angeles

Sat 1/17

6:55 pm-11:55 am

2 stops15h 00m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 1/24

4:10 pm-9:00 am

1 stop18h 50m

$264

Los AngelesSan Salvador

LAX - SAL

LAXSAL

Los Angeles

Sun 1/25

12:59 am-1:34 pm

1 stop10h 35m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 2/8

4:10 pm-10:25 am

1 stop20h 15m

$265

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LAX - SAL

LAXSAL

Los Angeles

Mon 1/26

2:10 pm-9:05 pm

Nonstop4h 55m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 2/8

5:30 am-10:55 am

1 stop7h 25m

$272

Los AngelesSan Salvador

LAX - SAL

LAXSAL

Los Angeles

Fri 1/23

12:25 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop6h 40m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 1/30

9:10 am-12:45 pm

Nonstop5h 35m

$277

Los AngelesSan Salvador

LAX - SAL

LAXSAL

Los Angeles

Wed 1/21

1:00 pm-7:50 pm

Nonstop4h 50m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 1/31

7:00 am-10:35 am

Nonstop5h 35m

$281

Las VegasSan Salvador

LAS - SAL

LASSAL

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 11/15

12:15 am-1:58 pm

1 stop11h 43m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 12/8

1:47 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop10h 23m

$324

Las VegasSan Salvador

LAS - SAL

LASSAL

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 11/15

12:15 am-1:58 pm

1 stop11h 43m

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Mon 12/8

1:47 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop10h 23m

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What is the cheapest month to fly to El Salvador?

The month of October is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to El Salvador from California, with most prices found around $335. The month of February is another great option to travel to El Salvador, with average flight prices from California averaging around $339.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to El Salvador?

The cheapest day to depart from California to El Salvador is on a Tuesday. Travelers who choose to depart for El Salvador on a Tuesday will often find tickets for as low as $420. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Friday because tickets tend to average around $474. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to El Salvador.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to El Salvador?

Flying to El Salvador from California in the morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $331 when looking at flights departing in the morning. Flights to El Salvador are more costly in the afternoon, with an average ticket price of $504. Departure times in the afternoon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest California to El Salvador flight route?

Fly from Los Angeles to San Salvador El Salvador Intl for the best California - El Salvador flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to El Salvador?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to El Salvador from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to El Salvador for around $400 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to El Salvador from California for as low as $341 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on California to El Salvador flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on California to El Salvador flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on California to El Salvador flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between California to El Salvador.

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Best Price Found	$143
Fastest flight time	4h 40m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in El Salvador	1 airport

The best one-way flight to El Salvador from California in the past 72 hours is $143. The best round-trip flight deal from California to El Salvador found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $279.

The fastest flight from California to El Salvador takes 4h 40m

Direct flights go from California to El Salvador every day.

There is 1 airport near El Salvador: San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to El Salvador?
Prices for flights from California to El Salvador are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to El Salvador?
As of September 2025, there are 10 operators available to choose from for flights from California to El Salvador.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to El Salvador?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from California to El Salvador.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to El Salvador?
The required travel and health documents for your El Salvador 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 El Salvador. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from California to El Salvador?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between California and El Salvador, the leading plane model is Airbus A320neo, making up 52.87% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 737 MAX 9 with 21.13%, Airbus A320-100/200 with 17.63%, and Boeing 737-900 with 3.74%.

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Copa Airlines	PriceFrom $101	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,539 reviews	Search Copa Airlines flights
Volaris El Salvador	PriceFrom $137	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 26 reviews	Search Volaris El Salvador flights
Volaris	PriceFrom $142	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 1,152 reviews	Search Volaris flights
Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $152	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,042 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $174	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 7,973 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $206	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,928 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Avianca	PriceFrom $255	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 2,442 reviews	Search Avianca flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $263	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Frontier	PriceFrom $367	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.8 3,162 reviews	Search Frontier flights
AeroMexico Connect	PriceFrom $641	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 52 reviews	Search AeroMexico Connect flights

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from California to El Salvador

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What is the cheapest month to fly to El Salvador?

The month of October is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to El Salvador from California, with most prices found around $335. The month of February is another great option to travel to El Salvador, with average flight prices from California averaging around $339.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to El Salvador?

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to El Salvador?

What is the cheapest California to El Salvador flight route?

Fly from Los Angeles to San Salvador El Salvador Intl for the best California - El Salvador flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to El Salvador?

What cabin class options are available on California to El Salvador flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on California to El Salvador flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on California to El Salvador flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between California to El Salvador.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to El Salvador?

United Airlines, Volaris El Salvador, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from California to El Salvador

What airlines fly to El Salvador?

How many flights depart from California to El Salvador on average per day?

9 flights are operational daily from California to El Salvador as of September 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 1:00PM, with 45% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from California to El Salvador on average per week?

The number of flights available between California and El Salvador is 65 per week as of September 2025. The most frequent departure day is Wed, with 22% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

How long is the flight from California to El Salvador?

Average flight duration from California to El Salvador depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Los Angeles to San Salvador is 4h 49m on average, while flying from San Francisco to San Salvador is 5h 20m on average. San Salvador is the most popular airport in El Salvador.

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