What is the most punctual flight time for Chicago to El Salvador flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What airlines fly to El Salvador?

Avianca, United Airlines and American Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to El Salvador from Chicago according to our data. Avianca is the first choice among our users, with 36% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to El Salvador. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to El Salvador on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Spirit Airlines, United Airlines, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago to El Salvador

How often are flights from Chicago to El Salvador delayed?

Historically, on average around 25% of flights between Chicago and El Salvador have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 154 minutes.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Thursday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Wednesday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Chicago to El Salvador flights?

According to our data, Avianca have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 20% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

Prices for flights from Chicago to El Salvador were last updated today.

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

As of February 2026, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from Chicago to El Salvador.

How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago 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 Chicago to El Salvador.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to El Salvador 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 license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at El Salvador. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Apr 20

MDW6:00 amChicago Midway

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Mar 9

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7h 18m

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Apr 16

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Feb 25

MDW6:00 amChicago Midway

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SAL2:04 pmSan Salvador El Salvador Intl

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6:00 am-12:39 pm

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2:04 pm-10:28 pm

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6:00 am-1:10 pm

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Wed 3/11

2:13 pm-10:31 pm

1 stop7h 18m

$366

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What is the cheapest month to fly to El Salvador?

The month of September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to El Salvador from Chicago, with most prices found around $239. The month of June is another great option to travel to El Salvador, with average flight prices from Chicago averaging around $329.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Chicago to El Salvador is on a Saturday. Travelers who choose to depart for El Salvador on a Saturday will often find tickets for as low as $422. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Friday because tickets tend to average around $652. 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 Chicago to El Salvador flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to El Salvador from Chicago when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to El Salvador for around $456 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to El Salvador from Chicago for as low as $345 on momondo.

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

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Best Price Found	$135
Fastest flight time	6h 16m
Direct flights	Wed and Fri
Airports in El Salvador	6 airports

The best one-way flight to El Salvador from Chicago in the past 72 hours is $135. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to El Salvador found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $315.

The fastest flight from Chicago to El Salvador takes 6h 16m

Direct flights go from Chicago to El Salvador on Wednesday and Friday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.

There are 6 airports in El Salvador. From Chicago there are direct flights to San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL).

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Prices for flights from Chicago to El Salvador were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to El Salvador?
As of February 2026, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from Chicago to El Salvador.
How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago 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 Chicago to El Salvador.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to El Salvador?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to El Salvador 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 license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at El Salvador. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from Chicago to El Salvador?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Chicago to El Salvador is Airbus A320neo, representing 60.89% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A320-100/200 at 16.76%, Boeing 737 MAX 8 at 15.64%, and Airbus A321-100/200 at 2.23%.

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Frontier	PriceFrom $126	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.7 3,052 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Copa Airlines	PriceFrom $156	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,559 reviews	Search Copa Airlines flights
Avianca	PriceFrom $168	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.5 2,496 reviews	Search Avianca flights
Delta	PriceFrom $169	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,135 reviews	Search Delta flights
Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $210	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,399 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $249	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,232 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $284	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,215 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

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What is the cheapest month to fly to El Salvador?

The month of September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to El Salvador from Chicago, with most prices found around $239. The month of June is another great option to travel to El Salvador, with average flight prices from Chicago averaging around $329.

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

What is the cheapest Chicago to El Salvador flight route?

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

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

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Chicago to El Salvador flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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

Spirit Airlines, United Airlines, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago to El Salvador

What airlines fly to El Salvador?

How often are flights from Chicago to El Salvador delayed?

Historically, on average around 25% of flights between Chicago and El Salvador have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 154 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Chicago to El Salvador flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Thursday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Wednesday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Chicago to El Salvador flights?

According to our data, Avianca have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 20% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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