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 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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Volaris El Salvador

Apr 10

MIA

5h 08m

SAL

Apr 12

SAL

5h 23m

MIA

$168

Volaris El Salvador

Apr 10

MIA

5h 08m

1 stop

SAL

Apr 12

SAL

5h 23m

1 stop

MIA

$180

Volaris El Salvador

Apr 8

MIA

2h 41m

SAL

Apr 12

SAL

5h 23m

1 stop

MIA

$181

Volaris El Salvador

Apr 10

MIA

5h 08m

1 stop

SAL

Apr 12

SAL

5h 23m

1 stop

MIA

$182

Volaris El Salvador

Apr 10

MIA

5h 08m

1 stop

SAL

Apr 12

SAL

5h 23m

1 stop

MIA

$188

Volaris El Salvador

Apr 10

MIA

5h 08m

1 stop

SAL

Apr 12

SAL

5h 23m

1 stop

MIA

$189

Volaris El Salvador

Apr 10

MIA

5h 08m

1 stop

SAL

Apr 12

SAL

2h 32m

MIA

$193

Volaris El Salvador

Apr 10

MIA

5h 08m

SAL

Apr 12

SAL

2h 32m

MIA

$195

Volaris El Salvador

Apr 10

MIA

5h 08m

1 stop

SAL

Apr 12

SAL

5h 23m

1 stop

MIA

$196

Volaris

Apr 8

MIA

2h 41m

SAL

Apr 12

SAL

2h 32m

MIA

$197

Multiple Airlines

Apr 2

IAH

9h 03m

1 stop

SAL

Apr 8

SAL

3h 11m

IAH

$198

Multiple Airlines

Mar 29

IAH

7h 13m

1 stop

SAL

Apr 8

SAL

3h 11m

IAH

$199

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8:15 pm - 8:56 pm

MIA

SAL

2h 41mnonstop

5:30 am - 12:53 pm

SAL

MIA

5h 23m

1 stop

$181Volaris El Salvador

Wed, Apr 8 - Sun, Apr 12

2:28 pm - 5:36 pm

MIA

SAL

5h 08m

1 stop

5:30 am - 12:53 pm

SAL

MIA

5h 23m

1 stop

$182Volaris El Salvador

Fri, Apr 10 - Sun, Apr 12

3:29 pm - 5:30 pm

IAH

SAL

3h 01mnonstop

9:38 am - 1:49 pm

SAL

IAH

3h 11mnonstop

$200Frontier

Wed, Apr 8 - Mon, Apr 13

3:29 pm - 5:30 pm

IAH

SAL

3h 01mnonstop

9:38 am - 1:49 pm

SAL

IAH

3h 11mnonstop

$201Frontier

Wed, Apr 8 - Mon, Apr 13

4:18 pm - 12:19 pm

HOU

SAL

21h 01m

2 stops

1:19 pm - 9:26 am

SAL

HOU

19h 07m

2 stops

$265American Airlines

Tue, May 5 - Tue, May 12

8:21 pm - 12:43 pm

HOU

SAL

17h 22m

1 stop

1:19 pm - 9:26 am

SAL

HOU

19h 07m

2 stops

$271American Airlines

Sat, Apr 25 - Thu, May 7

1:00 am - 7:00 am

LAX

SAL

5h 00mnonstop

8:00 am - 12:25 pm

SAL

LAX

5h 25mnonstop

$280Avianca

Sun, May 17 - Thu, May 21

1:50 pm - 7:50 pm

LAX

SAL

5h 00mnonstop

6:15 pm - 10:40 pm

SAL

LAX

5h 25mnonstop

$288Avianca

Tue, Apr 28 - Tue, May 12

5:10 am - 12:15 pm

ONT

SAL

30h 05m

2 stops

3:40 pm - 8:36 pm

SAL

ONT

29h 56m

2 stops

$365United Airlines

Sat, Apr 25 - Mon, Apr 27

6:00 am - 8:49 pm

ONT

SAL

13h 49m

1 stop

1:15 am - 9:55 pm

SAL

ONT

21h 40m

1 stop

$372United Airlines

Sun, May 10 - Mon, May 25

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Depart

Return

Price

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MiamiSan Salvador

MIA - SAL

MIASAL

Miami

Wed 4/8

8:15 pm-8:56 pm

Nonstop2h 41m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 4/12

5:30 am-12:53 pm

1 stop5h 23m

$181

MiamiSan Salvador

MIA - SAL

MIASAL

Miami

Fri 4/10

2:28 pm-5:36 pm

1 stop5h 08m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 4/12

5:30 am-12:53 pm

1 stop5h 23m

$182

Quickest round-trip

HoustonSan Salvador

IAH - SAL

IAHSAL

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 4/8

3:29 pm-5:30 pm

Nonstop3h 01m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 4/13

9:38 am-1:49 pm

Nonstop3h 11m

$200

HoustonSan Salvador

IAH - SAL

IAHSAL

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 4/8

3:29 pm-5:30 pm

Nonstop3h 01m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 4/13

9:38 am-1:49 pm

Nonstop3h 11m

$201

HoustonSan Salvador

HOU - SAL

HOUSAL

Houston Hobby

Tue 5/5

4:18 pm-12:19 pm

2 stops21h 01m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 5/12

1:19 pm-9:26 am

2 stops19h 07m

$265

HoustonSan Salvador

HOU - SAL

HOUSAL

Houston Hobby

Sat 4/25

8:21 pm-12:43 pm

1 stop17h 22m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 5/7

1:19 pm-9:26 am

2 stops19h 07m

$271

Los AngelesSan Salvador

LAX - SAL

LAXSAL

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 5/17

1:00 am-7:00 am

Nonstop5h 00m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 5/21

8:00 am-12:25 pm

Nonstop5h 25m

$280

Los AngelesSan Salvador

LAX - SAL

LAXSAL

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 4/28

1:50 pm-7:50 pm

Nonstop5h 00m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 5/12

6:15 pm-10:40 pm

Nonstop5h 25m

$288

OntarioSan Salvador

ONT - SAL

ONTSAL

Ontario

Sat 4/25

5:10 am-12:15 pm

2 stops30h 05m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 4/27

3:40 pm-8:36 pm

2 stops29h 56m

$365

OntarioSan Salvador

ONT - SAL

ONTSAL

Ontario

Sun 5/10

6:00 am-8:49 pm

1 stop13h 49m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 5/25

1:15 am-9:55 pm

1 stop21h 40m

$372

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What is the cheapest flight to El Salvador?

The best prices found on momondo for flights to El Salvador are:
$50 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	$57
Best Round-Trip Price	$181
Fastest flight time	2h 56m
Popular in	December

The best one-way flight price to El Salvador from United States in the last 72 hours is $57 (Miami 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 $181 (Miami to San Salvador El Salvador Intl).

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The fastest flight to El Salvador from United States takes 2h 56m (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 13% price increase on average.

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Frequently asked questions about flying to El Salvador

What popular landmarks are in El Salvador?

Costa del Sol is the most popular place of interest in El Salvador. Many travelers make it a point to stop there while traveling to El Salvador. Other popular landmarks and places of interest in El Salvador would be Cerro Verde National Park, Centro Historico de San Salvador, or Estadio Magico Gonzales.

What is the best airport to land at to visit Costa del Sol?

When visiting Costa del Sol in La Herradura, La Paz, the closest airport is San Salvador Airport.

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 8 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 $558 per ticket. We’ve had users find flights to El Salvador for as low as $33, however. If you’re unable to find a plane ticket for $33, but manage to find one for $460 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 Wednesday 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 15 operators available for flights to El Salvador as of March 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.

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