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United Airlines Logo
3:53 pm - 9:19 pmORD-SAL
29h 26m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
4:40 pm - 12:28 amSAL-ORD
7h 48m1 stop
$332United Airlines
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Sat, Jan 24 - Sat, Feb 7
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:29 pm - 10:19 pmORD-SAL
33h 50m2 stops
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7:34 am - 10:07 pmSAL-ORD
14h 33m2 stops
$333Multiple Airlines
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Thu, Nov 27 - Fri, Dec 5
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:10 pm - 9:05 pmORD-SAL
4h 55mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:05 pm - 9:55 pmSAL-ORD
9h 50m1 stop
$334Multiple Airlines
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Tue, Jan 27 - Fri, Feb 6
Avianca Logo
7:35 am - 4:30 pmORD-SAL
8h 55m1 stop
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10:00 am - 2:50 pmSAL-ORD
4h 50mnonstop
$340Avianca
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Tue, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 9
Avianca Logo
4:10 pm - 9:05 pmORD-SAL
4h 55mnonstop
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5:30 am - 1:15 pmSAL-ORD
7h 45m1 stop
$344Avianca
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Thu, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 7
American Airlines Logo
7:55 pm - 12:31 pmORD-SAL
16h 36m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
2:58 pm - 8:43 amSAL-ORD
17h 45m1 stop
$376American Airlines
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Wed, Feb 4 - Wed, Feb 18
Copa Airlines Logo
7:35 am - 11:36 pmORD-SAL
16h 01m1 stop
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8:36 am - 12:24 amSAL-ORD
15h 48m1 stop
$377Copa Airlines
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Mon, Jan 19 - Sun, Jan 25
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 1:10 pmMDW-SAL
7h 10m1 stop
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2:35 pm - 10:26 pmSAL-MDW
7h 51m1 stop
$380Delta
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Tue, Jan 20 - Sun, Jan 25
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 12:35 pmMDW-SAL
7h 35m1 stop
Delta Logo
2:00 pm - 12:30 pmSAL-MDW
21h 30m2 stops
$384Delta
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Mon, May 4 - Tue, May 5
American Airlines Logo
7:17 pm - 12:20 pmORD-SAL
17h 03m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
1:26 pm - 8:49 amSAL-ORD
19h 23m1 stop
$402American Airlines
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Mon, Dec 1 - Mon, Dec 8

Delta flights from Chicago to San Salvador

Our best Delta deals on Chicago to San Salvador flight tickets
Delta
Jan 20
MDW6:00 amChicago Midway
7h 10m
1 stop
SAL1:10 pmSan Salvador El Salvador Intl
Jan 25
SAL2:35 pmSan Salvador El Salvador Intl
7h 51m
1 stop
MDW10:26 pmChicago Midway
Delta
May 4
MDW6:00 amChicago Midway
7h 35m
1 stop
SAL12:35 pmSan Salvador El Salvador Intl
May 5
SAL2:00 pmSan Salvador El Salvador Intl
21h 30m
2 stops
MDW12:30 pmChicago Midway
Delta
Jan 26
MDW6:00 amChicago Midway
7h 10m
1 stop
SAL1:10 pmSan Salvador El Salvador Intl
Feb 7
SAL2:35 pmSan Salvador El Salvador Intl
7h 51m
1 stop
MDW10:26 pmChicago Midway

Avianca flights from Chicago to San Salvador

Our best Avianca deals on Chicago to San Salvador flight tickets
Avianca
Dec 2
ORD7:35 amChicago O'Hare Intl
8h 55m
1 stop
SAL4:30 pmSan Salvador El Salvador Intl
Dec 9
SAL10:00 amSan Salvador El Salvador Intl
4h 50m
ORD2:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Avianca
Dec 4
ORD4:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
4h 55m
SAL9:05 pmSan Salvador El Salvador Intl
Dec 7
SAL5:30 amSan Salvador El Salvador Intl
7h 45m
1 stop
ORD1:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Avianca
Dec 5
ORD8:49 amChicago O'Hare Intl
7h 11m
1 stop
SAL4:00 pmSan Salvador El Salvador Intl
Dec 9
SAL10:00 amSan Salvador El Salvador Intl
4h 50m
ORD2:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

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ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/24

3:53 pm-9:19 pm

1 stop29h 26m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 2/7

4:40 pm-12:28 am

1 stop7h 48m

$332

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/27

12:29 pm-10:19 pm

2 stops33h 50m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 12/5

7:34 am-10:07 pm

2 stops14h 33m

$333

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/27

4:10 pm-9:05 pm

Nonstop4h 55m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 2/6

12:05 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop9h 50m

$334

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/2

7:35 am-4:30 pm

1 stop8h 55m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 12/9

10:00 am-2:50 pm

Nonstop4h 50m

$340

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 12/4

4:10 pm-9:05 pm

Nonstop4h 55m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 12/7

5:30 am-1:15 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$344

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/4

7:55 pm-12:31 pm

2 stops16h 36m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 2/18

2:58 pm-8:43 am

1 stop17h 45m

$376

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/19

7:35 am-11:36 pm

1 stop16h 01m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 1/25

8:36 am-12:24 am

1 stop15h 48m

$377

ChicagoSan Salvador

MDW - SAL

MDWSAL

Chicago Midway

Tue 1/20

6:00 am-1:10 pm

1 stop7h 10m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 1/25

2:35 pm-10:26 pm

1 stop7h 51m

$380

ChicagoSan Salvador

MDW - SAL

MDWSAL

Chicago Midway

Mon 5/4

6:00 am-12:35 pm

1 stop7h 35m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 5/5

2:00 pm-12:30 pm

2 stops21h 30m

$384

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 12/1

7:17 pm-12:20 pm

1 stop17h 03m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 12/8

1:26 pm-8:49 am

1 stop19h 23m

$402

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Salvador?

If you aren’t able to travel to San Salvador during the month of September, then flying in June is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $335.

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

On average, the least expensive day to fly to San Salvador from Chicago is on a Monday. momondo users have found tickets for Monday departures for as low as $195. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Friday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to San Salvador on Friday is $652.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to San Salvador is in the afternoon. Flights from Chicago to San Salvador during this time can be as low as $487. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying at noon when prices are $517 on average. Flights to San Salvador from Chicago at noon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest Chicago to San Salvador El Salvador Intl flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Salvador from Chicago when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Salvador for around $473 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Salvador from Chicago for as low as $388 on momondo.

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

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Chicago to San Salvador El Salvador Intl 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 Chicago to San Salvador flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Chicago to San Salvador.

How have Chicago to San Salvador flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2025, prices for Chicago to San Salvador flights are approximately 25% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Cheap Chicago to San Salvador (CHI to SAL) flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$80

Fastest flight time

4h 55m

Direct flights

Wed, Fri and Sun

Airports in San Salvador

1 airport
The best one-way flight to San Salvador from Chicago in the past 72 hours is $80. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to San Salvador found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $679.
The fastest flight from Chicago to San Salvador takes 4h 55m
Direct flights go from Chicago to San Salvador on Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. The only airline offering direct flights is Avianca.
There is 1 airport near San Salvador: San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL)
  • How far is Chicago to San Salvador El Salvador Intl by plane?

    A flight from Chicago to San Salvador El Salvador Intl will travel around 1947.8 mi. 4h 55m is a normal flight duration for this route.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport?

    Prices for flights from Chicago to San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport refresh daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport?

    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 San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Best airlines flying from Chicago to San Salvador

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Copa AirlinesPriceFrom $199Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,563 reviews
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AviancaPriceFrom $218Free CancellationRating
6.6
2,468 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $277Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,007 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $279Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,001 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $297Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,040 reviews
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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $334Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,122 reviews
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FrontierPriceFrom $337Free CancellationRating
5.8
3,115 reviews
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