What airlines fly to El Salvador?

Avianca, United Airlines and Copa Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to El Salvador from Illinois according to our data. Avianca is the first choice among our users, with 43% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to El Salvador. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to El Salvador on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long is the flight from Illinois to El Salvador?

Average flight duration from Illinois to El Salvador depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Chicago to San Salvador is 5h 52m on average, while flying from Moline to San Salvador is 18h 53m on average. San Salvador is the most popular airport in El Salvador.

How many flights depart from Illinois to El Salvador on average per week?

As of June 2026, there are 3 flights per week flying from Illinois to El Salvador. The most common day of the week flights depart is Tue, with 33% of flights taking off on this day.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Illinois to El Salvador?

Frontier, Delta, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Illinois to El Salvador

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

Prices for flights from Illinois to El Salvador are updated daily.

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There are 6 operators available for flights from Illinois to El Salvador as of June 2026.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Illinois to El Salvador.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to El Salvador?

The required travel and health documents for your El Salvador trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at El Salvador. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

$164 Cheap Flights from Illinois to El Salvador in 2026

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11:20 pm - 11:05 am

ORD

SAL

12h 45m

1 stop

8:05 am - 9:20 pm

SAL

ORD

12h 15m

1 stop

$422Avianca

Sun, Jun 28 - Mon, Jul 6

3:40 pm - 6:10 am

ORD

SAL

15h 30m

1 stop

8:05 am - 9:20 pm

SAL

ORD

12h 15m

1 stop

$425Avianca

Fri, Jun 26 - Mon, Jul 6

3:40 pm - 9:05 pm

ORD

SAL

6h 25m

1 stop

10:20 pm - 2:05 pm

SAL

ORD

14h 45m

1 stop

$428Avianca

Fri, Jun 26 - Sun, Jul 12

11:20 pm - 11:05 am

ORD

SAL

12h 45m

1 stop

8:05 am - 9:20 pm

SAL

ORD

12h 15m

1 stop

$432Avianca

Mon, Aug 3 - Wed, Sep 2

5:30 am - 2:30 pm

ORD

SAL

10h 00m

1 stop

3:40 pm - 7:55 am

SAL

ORD

15h 15m

1 stop

$437United Airlines

Sun, Aug 23 - Thu, Aug 27

3:21 pm - 11:37 pm

ORD

SAL

9h 16m

1 stop

1:59 pm - 1:57 pm

SAL

ORD

22h 58m

1 stop

$440Copa Airlines

Sat, Jul 4 - Thu, Jul 23

6:00 am - 12:23 pm

MDW

SAL

7h 23m

1 stop

1:57 pm - 10:36 pm

SAL

MDW

7h 39m

1 stop

$542Delta

Sat, Aug 1 - Sat, Aug 22

6:30 pm - 2:30 pm

MLI

SAL

21h 00m

2 stops

3:40 pm - 12:22 pm

SAL

MLI

19h 42m

2 stops

$591United Airlines

Wed, Aug 5 - Sat, Aug 22

9:27 pm - 10:02 am

MDW

SAL

13h 35m

1 stop

11:07 am - 4:51 pm

SAL

MDW

28h 44m

1 stop

$598Frontier

Sun, Jul 5 - Mon, Jul 20

6:00 am - 12:23 pm

MDW

SAL

7h 23m

1 stop

1:57 pm - 10:36 pm

SAL

MDW

7h 39m

1 stop

$634Delta

Sat, Aug 1 - Tue, Aug 11

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Copa Airlines flights from Illinois to El Salvador

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Jul 4

ORD3:21 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

9h 16m

1 stop

SAL11:37 pmSan Salvador El Salvador Intl

Jul 23

SAL1:59 pmSan Salvador El Salvador Intl

22h 58m

1 stop

ORD1:57 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$440

Copa Airlines

Nov 26

ORD2:13 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

9h 22m

1 stop

SAL11:35 pmSan Salvador El Salvador Intl

Dec 2

SAL1:42 pmSan Salvador El Salvador Intl

10h 29m

1 stop

ORD12:11 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$456

Delta flights from Illinois to El Salvador

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Delta

Oct 8

MDW6:00 amChicago Midway

7h 24m

1 stop

SAL12:24 pmSan Salvador El Salvador Intl

Oct 15

SAL1:39 pmSan Salvador El Salvador Intl

7h 31m

1 stop

MDW10:10 pmChicago Midway

$447

Delta

Oct 8

MDW6:00 amChicago Midway

7h 24m

1 stop

SAL12:24 pmSan Salvador El Salvador Intl

Oct 15

SAL1:39 pmSan Salvador El Salvador Intl

7h 06m

1 stop

MDW9:45 pmChicago Midway

$517

Delta

Oct 8

MDW6:00 amChicago Midway

7h 24m

1 stop

SAL12:24 pmSan Salvador El Salvador Intl

Oct 13

SAL1:39 pmSan Salvador El Salvador Intl

7h 31m

1 stop

MDW10:10 pmChicago Midway

$522

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11:20 pm-11:05 am

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San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 7/6

8:05 am-9:20 pm

1 stop12h 15m

$422

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ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 6/26

3:40 pm-6:10 am

1 stop15h 30m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 7/6

8:05 am-9:20 pm

1 stop12h 15m

$425

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 6/26

3:40 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop6h 25m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 7/12

10:20 pm-2:05 pm

1 stop14h 45m

$428

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/3

11:20 pm-11:05 am

1 stop12h 45m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 9/2

8:05 am-9:20 pm

1 stop12h 15m

$432

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/23

5:30 am-2:30 pm

1 stop10h 00m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 8/27

3:40 pm-7:55 am

1 stop15h 15m

$437

ChicagoSan Salvador

ORD - SAL

ORDSAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/4

3:21 pm-11:37 pm

1 stop9h 16m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 7/23

1:59 pm-1:57 pm

1 stop22h 58m

$440

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MDW - SAL

MDWSAL

Chicago Midway

Sat 8/1

6:00 am-12:23 pm

1 stop7h 23m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 8/22

1:57 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop7h 39m

$542

MolineSan Salvador

MLI - SAL

MLISAL

Moline Quad-City

Wed 8/5

6:30 pm-2:30 pm

2 stops21h 00m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 8/22

3:40 pm-12:22 pm

2 stops19h 42m

$591

ChicagoSan Salvador

MDW - SAL

MDWSAL

Chicago Midway

Sun 7/5

9:27 pm-10:02 am

1 stop13h 35m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 7/20

11:07 am-4:51 pm

1 stop28h 44m

$598

ChicagoSan Salvador

MDW - SAL

MDWSAL

Chicago Midway

Sat 8/1

6:00 am-12:23 pm

1 stop7h 23m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 8/11

1:57 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop7h 39m

$634

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What is the cheapest month to fly to El Salvador?

The month of August is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to El Salvador from Illinois, with most prices found around $80. The month of January is another great option to travel to El Salvador, with average flight prices from Illinois averaging around $80.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Illinois to El Salvador is on a Saturday. Travelers who choose to depart for El Salvador on a Saturday will often find tickets for as low as $410. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Friday because tickets tend to average around $628. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to El Salvador.

What is the cheapest Illinois to El Salvador flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from Illinois to El Salvador?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to El Salvador from Illinois when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to El Salvador for around $433 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to El Salvador from Illinois for as low as $332 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Illinois to El Salvador flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Illinois to El Salvador 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 Illinois to El Salvador flights?

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Best Price Found	$377
Fastest flight time	4h 40m
Direct flights	Wed, Fri and Sun
Airports in El Salvador	6 airports

The best one-way flight to El Salvador from Illinois in the past 72 hours is $377. The best round-trip flight deal from Illinois to El Salvador found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $459.

The fastest flight from Illinois to El Salvador takes 4h 40m

Direct flights go from Illinois to El Salvador on Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. The only airline offering direct flights is Avianca.

There are 6 airports in El Salvador. From Illinois there are direct flights to San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Illinois to El Salvador?
Prices for flights from Illinois to El Salvador are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Illinois to El Salvador?
There are 6 operators available for flights from Illinois to El Salvador as of June 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Illinois to El Salvador?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Illinois to El Salvador.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to El Salvador?
The required travel and health documents for your El Salvador trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at El Salvador. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Illinois to El Salvador?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Illinois to El Salvador is Airbus A320neo, representing 64.29% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 737 MAX 8 at 17.14%, Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) at 4.29%, and Airbus A320-100/200 at 4.29%.

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Frontier	PriceFrom $126	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.6 2,904 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Copa Airlines	PriceFrom $155	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,568 reviews	Search Copa Airlines flights
Avianca	PriceFrom $168	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.5 2,531 reviews	Search Avianca flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $275	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,791 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $284	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,645 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $300	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,395 reviews	Search Delta flights

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