Question 1

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Los Angeles to San Salvador?

Accepted Answer

Panama City (PTY) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 3h 11m.

Question 2

How many flights depart from Los Angeles to San Salvador on average per week?

Accepted Answer

As of December 2025, 81 flights take off from Los Angeles and land in San Salvador each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Fri, with 20% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

Question 3

How have Los Angeles to San Salvador flight prices changed over time?

Accepted Answer

As of December 2025, prices for Los Angeles to San Salvador flights are approximately 17% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

Question 4

What is the most punctual flight time for Los Angeles to San Salvador flights?

Accepted Answer

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the morning have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Question 5

What airlines fly to San Salvador?

Accepted Answer

Volaris El Salvador, Avianca and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to San Salvador from Los Angeles according to our data. Volaris El Salvador is the first choice among our users, with 42% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to San Salvador. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to San Salvador on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

On average, the least expensive day to fly to San Salvador from Los Angeles is on a Tuesday. momondo users have found tickets for Tuesday departures for as low as $426. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Friday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to San Salvador on Friday is $472.

Question 7

How far in advance should I book a flight to San Salvador?

Accepted Answer

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Salvador from Los Angeles when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Salvador for around $406 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Salvador from Los Angeles for as low as $354 on momondo.

Question 8

Can stopping save me money on Los Angeles to San Salvador flights?

Accepted Answer

You could potentially save up to 15% on your flight if you consider stops on a Los Angeles to San Salvador flight.

Question 9

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San Salvador?

Accepted Answer

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to San Salvador is in the morning. Flights from Los Angeles to San Salvador during this time can be as low as $336. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying at noon when prices are $508 on average. Flights to San Salvador from Los Angeles at noon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

Question 10

What cabin class options are available on Los Angeles to San Salvador El Salvador Intl flights?

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There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Los Angeles to San Salvador El Salvador Intl flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Question 11

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Los Angeles to San Salvador?

Accepted Answer

Flights connecting via Guatemala City (GUA) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 6h 30m.

Question 12

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Los Angeles to San Salvador El Salvador Intl?

Accepted Answer

Volaris Costa Rica, Volaris El Salvador, and Spirit Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Los Angeles to San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Question 13

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Los Angeles to San Salvador flights?

Accepted Answer

According to our data, Delta have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 8% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 14

What is the cheapest month to fly to San Salvador?

Accepted Answer

If you aren’t able to travel to San Salvador during the month of September, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $331.

Question 15

What is the cheapest Los Angeles to San Salvador El Salvador Intl flight route?

Accepted Answer

Fly from Los Angeles to San Salvador El Salvador Intl for the best Los Angeles - San Salvador El Salvador Intl flight prices

Question 16

How many flights depart from Los Angeles to San Salvador on average per day?

Accepted Answer

As of December 2025, there are 11 flights per day flying from Los Angeles to San Salvador. The most common time of day flights depart is 11:00PM, with 53% of flights taking off in the evening.

Question 17

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Los Angeles to San Salvador?

Accepted Answer

Flights via Guatemala City (GUA) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $333.

Question 18

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Sunday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Question 19

How often are flights from Los Angeles to San Salvador delayed?

Accepted Answer

Historically, on average around 12% of flights between Los Angeles and San Salvador have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 98 minutes.

Question 20

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Los Angeles and San Salvador?

Accepted Answer

Panama City (PTY) was the most common stop: 52% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Question 21

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport?

Accepted Answer

Prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport refresh daily.

Question 22

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Los Angeles Airport to San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport?

Accepted Answer

As of December 2025, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights from Los Angeles Airport to San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport.

Question 23

How old do you have to be to fly from Los Angeles Airport to San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport?

Accepted Answer

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 from Los Angeles Airport to San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport.

Question 24

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

Accepted Answer

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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