How long is the flight from United States to El Salvador?

Average flight duration from United States to El Salvador depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Los Angeles to San Salvador El Salvador Intl is 4h 48m on average, while flying from San Francisco to San Salvador El Salvador Intl is 5h 30m on average. San Salvador El Salvador Intl is the most popular airport in El Salvador.

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American Airlines

Sep 18

HOU

7h 45m

1 stop

SAL

Sep 21

SAL

8h 54m

1 stop

HOU

$291

American Airlines

Sep 12

HOU

7h 45m

1 stop

SAL

Sep 25

SAL

22h 03m

2 stops

HOU

$295

American Airlines

Sep 17

HOU

17h 23m

1 stop

SAL

Sep 28

SAL

18h 00m

1 stop

HOU

$296

Avianca

Jun 10

MIA

10h 10m

2 stops

SAL

Jun 18

SAL

11h 30m

2 stops

MIA

$296

American Airlines

Sep 12

HOU

7h 45m

1 stop

SAL

Sep 25

SAL

22h 25m

1 stop

HOU

$297

American Airlines

Sep 17

HOU

17h 23m

1 stop

SAL

Sep 27

SAL

26h 53m

1 stop

HOU

$299

American Airlines

Sep 8

HOU

17h 46m

2 stops

SAL

Sep 27

SAL

8h 54m

1 stop

HOU

$300

American Airlines

Sep 8

HOU

20h 02m

2 stops

SAL

Sep 15

SAL

22h 03m

2 stops

HOU

$301

American Airlines

Sep 17

HOU

17h 23m

1 stop

SAL

Sep 22

SAL

22h 03m

2 stops

HOU

$302

Volaris El Salvador

Aug 4

IAH

2h 55m

SAL

Aug 20

SAL

3h 05m

IAH

$306

Avianca

Jun 24

MIA

10h 10m

2 stops

SAL

Jun 29

SAL

11h 30m

2 stops

MIA

$306

Avianca

Jun 10

MIA

10h 10m

2 stops

SAL

Jun 25

SAL

11h 30m

2 stops

MIA

$308

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2:47 pm - 4:42 pm

IAH

SAL

2h 55mnonstop

9:12 am - 1:17 pm

SAL

IAH

3h 05mnonstop

$262Volaris El Salvador

Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20

2:47 pm - 4:42 pm

IAH

SAL

2h 55mnonstop

9:12 am - 1:17 pm

SAL

IAH

3h 05mnonstop

$264Volaris El Salvador

Thu, Oct 1 - Thu, Oct 8

6:49 pm - 8:49 pm

IAH

SAL

3h 00mnonstop

3:40 pm - 7:47 pm

SAL

IAH

3h 07mnonstop

$276United Airlines

Mon, Sep 7 - Tue, Sep 15

6:00 am - 12:45 pm

HOU

SAL

7h 45m

1 stop

1:59 pm - 11:53 pm

SAL

HOU

8h 54m

1 stop

$291American Airlines

Fri, Sep 18 - Mon, Sep 21

3:50 pm - 4:30 pm

MIA

SAL

2h 40mnonstop

9:20 am - 3:35 pm

SAL

MIA

28h 15m

1 stop

$293Avianca

Fri, Sep 11 - Mon, Sep 14

7:50 pm - 4:00 pm

MIA

SAL

22h 10m

1 stop

7:35 am - 12:10 pm

SAL

MIA

2h 35mnonstop

$294Avianca

Fri, Sep 25 - Tue, Sep 29

6:00 am - 12:45 pm

HOU

SAL

7h 45m

1 stop

1:20 pm - 12:23 pm

SAL

HOU

22h 03m

2 stops

$295American Airlines

Sat, Sep 12 - Fri, Sep 25

1:05 pm - 8:49 pm

BWI

SAL

9h 44m

1 stop

3:40 pm - 9:34 am

SAL

BWI

15h 54m

2 stops

$375United Airlines

Mon, Aug 24 - Thu, Sep 17

7:15 am - 10:00 am

DFW

SAL

3h 45mnonstop

11:05 am - 3:52 pm

SAL

DFW

3h 47mnonstop

$393Frontier

Mon, Jul 6 - Mon, Jul 13

7:25 am - 10:00 am

DFW

SAL

3h 35mnonstop

11:05 am - 3:55 pm

SAL

DFW

3h 50mnonstop

$398Frontier

Mon, Jun 29 - Fri, Jul 3

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HoustonSan Salvador

IAH - SAL

IAHSAL

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 10/13

2:47 pm-4:42 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 10/20

9:12 am-1:17 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

$262

HoustonSan Salvador

IAH - SAL

IAHSAL

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 10/1

2:47 pm-4:42 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 10/8

9:12 am-1:17 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

$264

HoustonSan Salvador

IAH - SAL

IAHSAL

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 9/7

6:49 pm-8:49 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 9/15

3:40 pm-7:47 pm

Nonstop3h 07m

$276

HoustonSan Salvador

HOU - SAL

HOUSAL

Houston Hobby

Fri 9/18

6:00 am-12:45 pm

1 stop7h 45m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 9/21

1:59 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop8h 54m

$291

MiamiSan Salvador

MIA - SAL

MIASAL

Miami

Fri 9/11

3:50 pm-4:30 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 9/14

9:20 am-3:35 pm

1 stop28h 15m

$293

MiamiSan Salvador

MIA - SAL

MIASAL

Miami

Fri 9/25

7:50 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop22h 10m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 9/29

7:35 am-12:10 pm

Nonstop2h 35m

$294

HoustonSan Salvador

HOU - SAL

HOUSAL

Houston Hobby

Sat 9/12

6:00 am-12:45 pm

1 stop7h 45m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 9/25

1:20 pm-12:23 pm

2 stops22h 03m

$295

BaltimoreSan Salvador

BWI - SAL

BWISAL

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 8/24

1:05 pm-8:49 pm

1 stop9h 44m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 9/17

3:40 pm-9:34 am

2 stops15h 54m

$375

DallasSan Salvador

DFW - SAL

DFWSAL

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 7/6

7:15 am-10:00 am

Nonstop3h 45m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 7/13

11:05 am-3:52 pm

Nonstop3h 47m

$393

DallasSan Salvador

DFW - SAL

DFWSAL

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 6/29

7:25 am-10:00 am

Nonstop3h 35m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 7/3

11:05 am-3:55 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

$398

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What is the cheapest flight to El Salvador?

The best prices found on momondo for flights to El Salvador are:
$65 per person with Volaris El Salvador
$68 per person with Frontier
$70 per person with Spirit Airlines

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Summary info about El Salvador flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	$116
Best Round-Trip Price	$262
Fastest flight time	2h 55m
Popular in	December

The best one-way flight price to El Salvador from United States in the last 72 hours is $116 (Houston George Bush Intcntl to San Salvador El Salvador Intl).

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The best round-trip flight price to El Salvador from United States in the last 72 hours is $262 (Houston George Bush Intcntl to San Salvador El Salvador Intl).

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The fastest flight to El Salvador from United States takes 2h 55m (Houston George Bush Intcntl to San Salvador El Salvador Intl).

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December has the highest demand for flights to El Salvador, with a 8% price increase on average.

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Frequently asked questions about flying to El Salvador

What airlines fly to El Salvador?

Avianca, United Airlines and American Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to El Salvador according to our data. Avianca is the first choice among our users, with 65% 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.

What is the most popular airport in El Salvador to fly to?

100% of our momondo users traveling to El Salvador in the past year chose to fly into San Salvador El Salvador Intl in the past year, making it the most popular airport in El Salvador. The San Salvador El Salvador Intl airport serves the city of San Salvador.

How much are flights to El Salvador?

On average, a flight to El Salvador will cost $610 per ticket. We’ve had users find flights to El Salvador for as low as $89, however. If you’re unable to find a plane ticket for $89, but manage to find one for $528 or less, then this is still a great deal. Keep in mind that flight costs vary depending on where you fly from, what time of year you travel, and what airline you fly with.

What is the best day of the week to fly to El Salvador?

Flying to El Salvador on a Tuesday or Saturday is your best option since this is when flight prices tend to be at their lowest for the week. The most expensive day of the week to fly to El Salvador is on a Friday.

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

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

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

There are 16 operators available for flights to El Salvador as of May 2026.

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

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel 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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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to El Salvador?

Finding the right flight to El Salvador is quick and easy when you have a range of options in front of you, from reputable agents and recognisable airlines. These options can then be filtered down to find the best fit. That is what momondo does. We make finding flights to El Salvador quick and easy, saving you time and money.

Can I find flights to El Salvador with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. All flights to El Salvador on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

How can momondo help me find flights to El Salvador?

Once all potential El Salvador flight options are in front of you momondo lets you sort and filter flights based on preferences such as airline, price and flight times amongst many other options.

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