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

Sep 12

EWR

4h 50m

SAL

Sep 25

SAL

4h 40m

EWR

$297

Volaris El Salvador

Oct 24

EWR

4h 50m

SAL

Oct 26

SAL

4h 40m

EWR

$298

Volaris El Salvador

Sep 26

EWR

4h 50m

SAL

Sep 28

SAL

4h 40m

EWR

$301

Volaris El Salvador

Sep 26

IAH

2h 55m

SAL

Oct 3

SAL

3h 05m

IAH

$303

Volaris El Salvador

Oct 3

IAH

2h 55m

SAL

Oct 6

SAL

3h 05m

IAH

$304

Volaris El Salvador

Oct 15

IAH

2h 55m

SAL

Oct 22

SAL

3h 05m

IAH

$306

Volaris El Salvador

Sep 24

EWR

4h 50m

SAL

Sep 28

SAL

4h 40m

EWR

$306

Volaris El Salvador

Sep 12

IAH

2h 55m

SAL

Sep 15

SAL

3h 05m

IAH

$308

Volaris El Salvador

Sep 24

EWR

4h 50m

SAL

Sep 25

SAL

4h 40m

EWR

$308

Volaris El Salvador

Sep 15

IAH

2h 55m

SAL

Oct 27

SAL

3h 05m

IAH

$309

Volaris El Salvador

Sep 26

EWR

4h 50m

SAL

Sep 28

SAL

4h 40m

EWR

$309

Volaris El Salvador

Oct 15

IAH

2h 55m

SAL

Oct 22

SAL

3h 05m

IAH

$310

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6:59 am - 9:49 am

EWR

SAL

4h 50mnonstop

10:49 pm - 5:29 am

SAL

EWR

4h 40mnonstop

$297Volaris El Salvador

Sat, Sep 12 - Fri, Sep 25

6:59 am - 9:49 am

EWR

SAL

4h 50mnonstop

10:49 pm - 5:29 am

SAL

EWR

4h 40mnonstop

$298Volaris El Salvador

Sat, Oct 24 - Mon, Oct 26

6:50 am - 10:00 am

MIA

SAL

29h 10m

1 stop

11:07 am - 2:12 pm

SAL

MIA

25h 05m

1 stop

$385Frontier

Sun, Aug 16 - Sat, Aug 22

6:50 am - 10:00 am

MIA

SAL

29h 10m

1 stop

11:05 am - 2:12 pm

SAL

MIA

25h 07m

1 stop

$403Frontier

Thu, Aug 13 - Mon, Aug 17

5:05 pm - 3:40 pm

MIA

SAL

24h 35m

1 stop

7:35 am - 12:10 pm

SAL

MIA

2h 35mnonstop

$404Avianca

Sat, Sep 5 - Mon, Sep 7

5:41 am - 12:48 pm

HOU

SAL

8h 07m

1 stop

3:07 pm - 12:27 pm

SAL

HOU

20h 20m

2 stops

$405American Airlines

Sun, Aug 23 - Sat, Sep 5

3:57 pm - 12:48 pm

HOU

SAL

21h 51m

1 stop

1:58 pm - 9:02 am

SAL

HOU

18h 04m

1 stop

$408American Airlines

Sat, Aug 22 - Sat, Aug 29

1:00 pm - 11:05 am

MIA

SAL

23h 05m

1 stop

9:55 am - 3:20 pm

SAL

MIA

4h 25m

1 stop

$423Avianca

Mon, Nov 16 - Wed, Nov 18

10:48 pm - 4:50 am

LAX

SAL

5h 02mnonstop

2:00 am - 6:16 am

SAL

LAX

5h 16mnonstop

$436United Airlines

Sun, Oct 4 - Wed, Oct 14

8:15 am - 3:24 pm

DCA

SAL

8h 09m

1 stop

2:50 pm - 11:50 pm

SAL

DCA

8h 00m

1 stop

$671United Airlines

Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 15

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NewarkSan Salvador

EWR - SAL

EWRSAL

Newark

Sat 9/12

6:59 am-9:49 am

Nonstop4h 50m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 9/25

10:49 pm-5:29 am

Nonstop4h 40m

$297

NewarkSan Salvador

EWR - SAL

EWRSAL

Newark

Sat 10/24

6:59 am-9:49 am

Nonstop4h 50m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 10/26

10:49 pm-5:29 am

Nonstop4h 40m

$298

MiamiSan Salvador

MIA - SAL

MIASAL

Miami

Sun 8/16

6:50 am-10:00 am

1 stop29h 10m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 8/22

11:07 am-2:12 pm

1 stop25h 05m

$385

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

$403

MiamiSan Salvador

MIA - SAL

MIASAL

Miami

Sat 9/5

5:05 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop24h 35m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 9/7

7:35 am-12:10 pm

Nonstop2h 35m

$404

HoustonSan Salvador

HOU - SAL

HOUSAL

Houston Hobby

Sun 8/23

5:41 am-12:48 pm

1 stop8h 07m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 9/5

3:07 pm-12:27 pm

2 stops20h 20m

$405

HoustonSan Salvador

HOU - SAL

HOUSAL

Houston Hobby

Sat 8/22

3:57 pm-12:48 pm

1 stop21h 51m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 8/29

1:58 pm-9:02 am

1 stop18h 04m

$408

MiamiSan Salvador

MIA - SAL

MIASAL

Miami

Mon 11/16

1:00 pm-11:05 am

1 stop23h 05m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 11/18

9:55 am-3:20 pm

1 stop4h 25m

$423

Los AngelesSan Salvador

LAX - SAL

LAXSAL

Los Angeles

Sun 10/4

10:48 pm-4:50 am

Nonstop5h 02m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 10/14

2:00 am-6:16 am

Nonstop5h 16m

$436

Washington, D.C.San Salvador

DCA - SAL

DCASAL

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 12/1

8:15 am-3:24 pm

1 stop8h 09m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 12/15

2:50 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$671

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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
$76 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	$109
Best Round-Trip Price	$297
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 $109 (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 $297 (Newark 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 4% 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 $693 per ticket. We’ve had users find flights to El Salvador for as low as $100, however. If you’re unable to find a plane ticket for $100, but manage to find one for $603 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 16 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.

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