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 20m on average. San Salvador El Salvador Intl is the most popular airport in El Salvador.

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Volaris El Salvador

Aug 18

IAH

2h 55m

SAL

Aug 25

SAL

3h 05m

IAH

$295

Volaris El Salvador

Aug 20

IAH

2h 55m

SAL

Aug 29

SAL

3h 05m

IAH

$296

Volaris El Salvador

Aug 22

IAH

2h 55m

SAL

Aug 25

SAL

3h 05m

IAH

$297

Multiple Airlines

Aug 18

IAH

8h 32m

1 stop

SAL

Aug 25

SAL

3h 05m

IAH

$298

Volaris El Salvador

Jul 28

IAH

2h 55m

SAL

Aug 18

SAL

3h 05m

IAH

$308

Volaris El Salvador

Aug 27

IAH

2h 55m

SAL

Sep 17

SAL

3h 05m

IAH

$310

Volaris El Salvador

Sep 8

IAH

2h 55m

SAL

Sep 22

SAL

3h 05m

IAH

$312

Volaris El Salvador

Sep 8

IAH

2h 55m

SAL

Sep 22

SAL

3h 05m

IAH

$313

Volaris El Salvador

Sep 17

IAH

2h 55m

SAL

Sep 22

SAL

3h 05m

IAH

$314

Volaris El Salvador

Sep 8

IAH

2h 55m

SAL

Sep 22

SAL

3h 05m

IAH

$315

Volaris El Salvador

Sep 24

IAH

2h 55m

SAL

Sep 29

SAL

3h 05m

IAH

$317

Volaris El Salvador

Aug 29

IAH

2h 55m

SAL

Sep 5

SAL

3h 05m

IAH

$318

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2:47 pm - 4:42 pm

IAH

SAL

2h 55mnonstop

9:12 am - 1:17 pm

SAL

IAH

3h 05mnonstop

$282Volaris El Salvador

Thu, Oct 1 - Tue, Oct 6

2:47 pm - 4:42 pm

IAH

SAL

2h 55mnonstop

9:12 am - 1:17 pm

SAL

IAH

3h 05mnonstop

$290Volaris El Salvador

Sat, Oct 3 - Sat, Oct 10

6:40 am - 4:00 pm

MIA

SAL

11h 20m

1 stop

7:35 am - 12:10 pm

SAL

MIA

2h 35mnonstop

$351Avianca

Sat, Sep 5 - Mon, Sep 7

6:00 pm - 8:25 pm

MIA

SAL

4h 25m

1 stop

8:05 am - 12:40 pm

SAL

MIA

26h 35m

2 stops

$354Avianca

Sat, Sep 5 - Mon, Sep 7

6:50 am - 10:00 am

MIA

SAL

29h 10m

1 stop

11:05 am - 2:12 pm

SAL

MIA

25h 07m

1 stop

$358Frontier

Thu, Aug 13 - Mon, Aug 17

6:50 am - 10:02 am

MIA

SAL

29h 12m

1 stop

11:07 am - 2:12 pm

SAL

MIA

25h 05m

1 stop

$379Frontier

Thu, Jul 30 - Mon, Aug 3

5:41 am - 12:48 pm

HOU

SAL

8h 07m

1 stop

12:29 pm - 9:02 am

SAL

HOU

19h 33m

2 stops

$385American Airlines

Sat, Aug 22 - Sat, Aug 29

9:00 pm - 11:29 am

JFK

SAL

16h 29m

1 stop

12:29 pm - 10:30 am

SAL

JFK

20h 01m

2 stops

$385American Airlines

Mon, Aug 24 - Mon, Aug 31

7:29 am - 8:49 pm

LGA

SAL

15h 20m

1 stop

3:40 pm - 7:25 pm

SAL

LGA

25h 45m

1 stop

$391United Airlines

Sat, Aug 8 - Mon, Aug 17

8:28 pm - 12:15 pm

LGA

SAL

17h 47m

1 stop

3:40 pm - 9:40 pm

SAL

LGA

28h 00m

2 stops

$398United Airlines

Fri, Aug 14 - Tue, Sep 8

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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

Tue 10/6

9:12 am-1:17 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

$282

HoustonSan Salvador

IAH - SAL

IAHSAL

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 10/3

2:47 pm-4:42 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 10/10

9:12 am-1:17 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

$290

MiamiSan Salvador

MIA - SAL

MIASAL

Miami

Sat 9/5

6:40 am-4:00 pm

1 stop11h 20m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 9/7

7:35 am-12:10 pm

Nonstop2h 35m

$351

MiamiSan Salvador

MIA - SAL

MIASAL

Miami

Sat 9/5

6:00 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop4h 25m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 9/7

8:05 am-12:40 pm

2 stops26h 35m

$354

MiamiSan Salvador

MIA - SAL

MIASAL

Miami

Thu 8/13

6:50 am-10:00 am

1 stop29h 10m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 8/17

11:05 am-2:12 pm

1 stop25h 07m

$358

MiamiSan Salvador

MIA - SAL

MIASAL

Miami

Thu 7/30

6:50 am-10:02 am

1 stop29h 12m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 8/3

11:07 am-2:12 pm

1 stop25h 05m

$379

HoustonSan Salvador

HOU - SAL

HOUSAL

Houston Hobby

Sat 8/22

5:41 am-12:48 pm

1 stop8h 07m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 8/29

12:29 pm-9:02 am

2 stops19h 33m

$385

New YorkSan Salvador

JFK - SAL

JFKSAL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 8/24

9:00 pm-11:29 am

1 stop16h 29m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 8/31

12:29 pm-10:30 am

2 stops20h 01m

$385

New YorkSan Salvador

LGA - SAL

LGASAL

New York LaGuardia

Sat 8/8

7:29 am-8:49 pm

1 stop15h 20m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 8/17

3:40 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop25h 45m

$391

New YorkSan Salvador

LGA - SAL

LGASAL

New York LaGuardia

Fri 8/14

8:28 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop17h 47m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 9/8

3:40 pm-9:40 pm

2 stops28h 00m

$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:
$68 per person with Frontier
$73 per person with Volaris El Salvador
$87 per person with Volaris Costa Rica

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Summary info about El Salvador flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	$121
Best Round-Trip Price	$282
Fastest flight time	2h 55m
Popular in	December

The best one-way flight price to El Salvador from United States in the last 5 days is $121 (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 5 days is $282 (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 5% 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 9 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 $701 per ticket. We’ve had users find flights to El Salvador for as low as $147, however. If you’re unable to find a plane ticket for $147, but manage to find one for $612 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 Wednesday or Tuesday 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 July 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?

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